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Serving Bridgton and the surrounding towns of Western Maine since 1870. Vol. 145, No. 39
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September 25, 2014
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By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Faced with a project that turned out to be much more expensive than first thought, Bridgton Selectmen on Tuesday debated on how far the Depot Street Streetscape Project should be scaled back. But first, Selectman Paul Hoyt wanted to know how the project’s design engineers from Milone & MacBroom could have gotten it so wrong. The project was estimated to cost $378,034, but bids initially came back nearly $300,000 higher, and were still around $100,000 higher when it was bid out a second time. “The contingency’s already in there,” said Hoyt, noting the $78,000 contingency as part of the $378,034 engineer’s estimate, “and it still came in one third higher? That’s a huge gap.” Hoyt said he was “particularly upset”
because selectmen used the engineer’s estimate as the basis for going to voters with a request to use TIF funds to supplement Community Development Block Grant funds. “I’m trying to figure out what we got for our money, because we’ve been planning this for a year,” Hoyt said. Dustin Roma, project engineer from Milone & MacBroom, said his firm relies on state Department of Transportation published bid amounts as well as their own analysis of the competitiveness of various projects to come up with cost estimates for a project. “One of the factors is dealing with the new uptick in construction activity,” Roma said. “Everybody’s real busy now,” and “We weren’t used to seeing that.” Construction activity has been on an upswing since 2007, he said. Roma said the project was bid out as a
Dustin Roma, project engineer for the Depot Street Streetscape Project. line-item project rather than a lump sum project, so that the board would have a clear idea of what each element costs. With Anne Krieg, Bridgton’s Director of Planning, Economic and Community Development, Roma identified a list of 10 items, totaling $120,430, that could be deferred until the next fiscal year. By creating a two-phase project, the work done in the current fiscal
year could stay within the $335,000 in available CDBG and TIF funds that voters have already approved. The list of items that would be deferred until the 2015 fiscal year includes: a flagpole and wall ($11,800), benches and trash cans (7,000), street trees ($7,000), light poles and fixtures ($27,400), pump station building DEPOT STREET, Page A
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Greenhouse effect: Hoax or science? By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — In K Bolduc’s science class, Lake Region High School (LRHS) students are learning about the Greenhouse Effect (Joseph Fourier, 1824) and ways to lower their carbon footprints. The curriculum is part of an eight-week course on environmental science, and includes a discussion on the connection between increased carbon dioxide in the air and water quality by Lakes Environmental Association, according to Bolduc. Last week, the students watched the documentary, “Disruption,” which outlined the countdown to a massgathering peaceful protest against continuing climate change, Bolduc said. The organized march was planned to precede the gathering of the United Nations at its New York headquarters for a summit on the climate. That takes place this week, and Bolduc said her students will follow the meeting and talk about the outcomes from that U.N. summit. On Sunday, while 400,000 individuals from all over the United States participated in the People’s Climate March in New York City, some of Bolduc’s students took part in smaller, quieter rallies in Naples and Bridgton. Three of those students held posters while standing on the boardwalk of the Naples Causeway. Aisley Sturk, Isabelle Davis-White and Lindsey Keenan, all 14 years old, talked about why they were doing this on a Sunday. “We are learning about the Greenhouse Effect now, and this is connected,” said Sturk. Earlier in the week, the students had seen “Disruption,” which discussed the Keeling Curve, a measure of CO2 in the atmosphere. (Charles Keeling was a scientist who, in 1959, measured CO2 levels in the carbon cycle.) The documentary not only outlined plans for the People’s Climate March in New York and other parts of the world, but it also connected a series of weather-related events to an elevation in the earth’s temperature. “It wasn’t depressing. But, it was frustrating. I wish people before us had worked harder” to lower carbon emissions and seek alternative forms of energy, Sturk said. “It was sad to see what was happening around the world,” Keenan said. The students said they felt that their rally was for the GREENHOUSE EFFECT, Page A
LAKE REGION MIDDLE SCHOOL science students, (left to right) Aisley Sturk, Isabelle Davis-White and Lindsey Keenan, all 14 years old, hold signs on the Naples Causeway. Although the turnout was much smaller than the People’s Climate March in New York City, the students said it was important to educate others about the Greenhouse Effect as well as convincing others to lower their individual carbon footprints. (De Busk Photo)
AT THE CORNER of Route 117 and Route 302 in Bridgton, about 15 people showed up between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to show solidarity with the People’s Climate March in New York City on Sunday. (Photo Courtesy of Sally Chappell)
Farmers’ market petition dismissed By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer A petition signed by 86 people who wanted to keep the Farmers’ Market green space as it is wasn’t enough to convince Bridgton Selectmen to make any changes to the sidewalk design for Depot Street. The petitioners were, however, able to save the large red maple tree that was slated for removal in the streetscape project — providing that the tree’s root system doesn’t get in the way of drainage work that has to be done prior to the road resurfacing. The project’s intent is to create an “esplanade” feel along the street from Renys to the Bridgton Community Center, with sidewalks on
both sides of the street. In the wide green space separating the municipal parking lot from the street, designers proposed placing the sidewalk in the middle of the green space, interspersed with benches, to invite people to think of the green space as a destination. Vendors who sell their wares at the Farmers’ Market from late spring to fall would rather have the sidewalk run closer alongside the street so that setup of their spaces would be more convenient. Helen Ramsdell, one of the vendors, wrote on the petition that the green space does need drainage work and more loam. Selectmen Bob McHatton said he understands that dividing the green space
might be inconvenient for Farmers’ Market vendors, “but they might not always be there.” Anne Krieg, Director of Planning, Economic and Community Development, said the center-sidewalk placement is needed to create the esplanade effect, and noted that “right now, (the green space) is a mud puddle.” She said she didn’t see why vendors couldn’t set up on both sides of the sidewalk. Speaking on behalf of petitioners, Lucia Terry said “the feeling was that green space is pretty small and pretty rare in this town,” particularly green space that is flat. Splitting the space with a sidewalk would diminish
that effect, she said. “A four-foot sidewalk (beside the street) instead of a six-foot walkway might save the town some money as well,” Terry said. Depot Street Project Engineer Dustin Roma said at Milone & MacBroom, the engineering firm where he works, “We’re very fond of green space” as well, but “having a real space where people can congregate,” sitting at benches, requires placing the sidewalk in the middle. He said the sidewalk there would be eight-feet wide, with around 18 feet of green space on either side. There would still be enough green space on either side to allow vendors to set up their 10’-x-10’ popup tents.
“It’s a different feel, sitting on the edge of the road, versus sitting back” from the road, Roma said. As the discussion continued, Selectman Chairman Bernie King said, “This whole design is not for the Farmers’ Market.” Terry had more she wanted to say, but the board moved the question, voting to take no action on the petition.
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Everything has been coming to a head. Area brewers have labored over the beer-making process, and wine-makers are poised to uncork their creations. This last Saturday in September is the day to hop on over to the 11th Annual Maine Lakes Brewfest. In the past few days, ticket sales have peaked, according to Sue Mercer, the executive director of the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce, which sponsors the event. “We are selling tickets like crazy. I think everyone is seeing it is going to be a great day,” weather-wise and otherwise, Mercer said. “We had 2,700 people last year. I think we will hit 3,000 people,” she said, adding that despite the ample outdoor space there is a limit to the number of tickets that can be sold for the event. “We have all the brewers under a tent. We have told them to plan on 3,000 people,” she said. We want to “make sure we have accommodations for everyone, and to keep it a good event,” Mercer said. Per usual, the event is held at Point Sebago Resort. It kicks off at 11 a.m. and things wrap up by 4:30 p.m. Thirty-one breweries and wine companies will be represented at this year’s Brewfest. While well-known names such as Sam Adams and Gritty McDuff’s will be present, brewers from the region will also wow the taste buds of beer connoisseurs. Bray’s Brewpub and Eatery, located on the east end of the Naples Causeway, will prompt an age-old question. Do gentlemen prefer Blonde? The Blonde, an Americanstyle wheat ale that for the past 19 years has tantalized beer drinkers of both genders, will be poured at the BREWFEST, Page A
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Hop on over to the annual Brewfest Sat. (Continued from Page A) Brewfest. In addition to its mainstay beer, Bray’s will be offering two other stunning varieties from its brewery: the Hoppy Blonde, a dry hops American-style wheat ale; and Black Ale, a rich, roasty ale, according to Sonja LaRochelle. “Mike (Bray) has already brewed those beers, and we are offering our famous pulled pork sandwiches,” she said. When ordering Bray’s pulled pork sandwiches, festivalgoers will get an abundant serving, but likely won’t have any leftovers. They are almost too delicious to share with anything other than a sip of ale. Also from the region: Blacksmith’s Winery, of Casco, and Pennesseewassee Brewing Company, of Harrison.
The latter local business will be offering the Pennesseewassee Pale Ale, which is playfully nicknamed Penny. Meanwhile, the longtime Casco winery is bringing to the table its Blacksmith Special Cranberry and its sparkling cider, Fatty Bampkins, according to Mercer. In fact, Blacksmith’s has been so busy with production that it had to halt tours of its facilities this fall, according to the company’s website. A Naples-based business, Crooked River Meadery, will bring forth its Crooked Tea for a second year. Crooked Tea combines the ingredients of tea, fresh ginger and hops — all fermented with honey. This carbonated beverage is also naturally sweetened with agave, according to the Facebook page for Crooked River Meadery. Certainly, tasting a vari-
ety of brews and sparkling wines is a big part of the event, Mercer said. The lakeside entertainment includes two bands and a live disc jockey. Plus, there is something fresh in social networking for festivalgoers to try. “A new company called Tap Snap from Portland will be there. They are going to have a kiosk to take pictures of group. People can draw a picture on a screen then post it to their Facebook accounts,” Mercer said. All across the region, people are getting hopped-up about this month’s end event, she said. “It is looking to be the best Brewfest ever. Come with a happy face,” she said. Tickets purchased after Sept. 24 will be $30, same price as ‘at the door.’ Also, there is a $5 parking fee.
LIONS’ GIFT TO CAMP — Camp Sunshine’s newest resident — “the Moose” — provides a perfect Maine backdrop as Gary Flick, treasurer of the Naples Lions Club and its newest member, presents a $2,000 campership check to the also new Camp Sunshine Executive Director Gary Barron. Lions Past District Governor Harvey Buzzell (right) sports his Camp Sunshine volunteer T-shirt, instead of his Lions vest. He serves a regular driver, several times each week transporting families attending Camp Sunshine upon their arrival or departure from Portland. Club president, Carl Talbot, from behind the camera, stated that this year’s donation brings the total to $17,000 for the Retinoblastoma campers aid given by the local service club since this special program began seven years ago. Club member Carole Tubbs, R.N., served as a volunteer at the Retinoblastoma Camp during the summer.
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TAI CHI MAINE GIVING BACK TO COMMUNITY — Following their eighth year of Tai Chi in the Park, Tai Chi Maine selected the Denmark fuel assistance fund as its charitable recipient. This is Tai Chi Maine’s way of thanking the town of Denmark for its granting the use of the Denmark Bicentennial Park for free tai chi sessions on Mondays this summer. Shown are Leslie Stanicki, cochairman of the Denmark Fuel for Neighbors fund and Brian Grennan, instructor for Tai Chi Maine.
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Town’s head custodian retires after 35 years The Bridgton Town Office has seen many changes over the past 35 years from new personnel to structural renovations. One constant has been Mike Fitch, who has served as building superintendent and head custodian. Last Wednesday, Sept. 17, the staff of the Bridgton Town Office held a barbecue to recognize Mike’s retirement after 35 years of dedicated service to the town of Bridgton. Robert “Bob” Peabody, town manager, manned the grill of burgers, hot dogs and chicken for all attendees to enjoy. Bernie King, chairman of the board of selectmen, presented Mike with a plaque and a gift card on the selectmen’s behalf. The Police Department presented Mike with a photograph, framed and matted, of Moose Pond, while the municipal staff recognized Mike’s many years of service with a gift card. Mike and his wife, Cheryl, have plans of moving from Bridgton to Fort Fairfield. Mike’s commitment as an employee for the Town of Bridgton and his vast knowledge of various skills kept the municipal complex running effortlessly — he will truly be missed. The entire staff wishes him the very best in his retirement. It was also a surprise because it was his birthday too!
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FRYEBURG — The abandoned railway passing through Fryeburg may see passengers once again. The tracks run in conjunction with the Mountain Division trail that starts at the visitor center in Fryeburg and goes all the way to the Eastern Slopes Regional Airport. The proposed project would bring 200 new jobs to the area if brought to fruition. David Schwanke, president of the Golden Eagle Railway Co., discussed his plans for the operation with Fryeburg selectmen on Sept. 11. Golden Eagle Railway, which has been in existence for almost a year and a half now, wants to run not only passengers from Portland and up to Montreal, Quebec, but freight as well. The potential railroad would have nine stops, with one being in Fryeburg and another being in Conway,
THANKS FOR YEARS OF SERVICE — Honoring Mike Fitch (middle) for the years of service to the town of Bridgton at his retirement party were (left to right) Selectman Ken Murphy; Mike’s wife, Cheryl; Chairman of the New Hampshire. It would Board of Selectmen Bernie King; and Bridgton Town Manager Robert Peabody. start in Portland, pass through Fryeburg and Conway and into Pinkham’s Notch, and then through to Montreal, Quebec. “We’ve been ambitious,” (Continued from Page A) ing in his view some of the Peabody agreed with “In five to seven years, we said Schwanke. “We’ve wouldn’t know the differpushed it along at a speed ($6,000), final electrical wir- items represent “extrava- Murphy. “You’re looking at a proj- ence” if a less costly alternasome people are not com- ing ($7,000), surface pave- gant” spending. Selectman Bob McHatton ect that is going to be a tive was used, he said. fortable with.” Despite being ment ($25,625), pavement Selectman Doug Taft said around for only 18 months, markings ($19,605), loam, suggested that the town long-lasting symbol of your Schwanke says he hopes to seed and mulch ($6,000) and could do some of the work community,” Peabody said he has seen the town “downin order to save money. “The way you get people to grade” projects before in have freight running by as materials testing ($3,000). Board member Ken come to your community is order to save money, only to However, another option early as next spring. “It’s fitting into our timetable with would be for the town to Murphy urged caution in through how attractive your regret it later. “We shouldn’t trying to get the jobs out there simply scale back the proj- making too many cuts to the streetscape is. This could be lose sight of it being a 20the catalyst for the down- year project.” ect by removing some of project. sooner, rather than later.” “If we just band-aid it, town going forward.” The board agreed to table The funding for the proj- the pricier items like therHoyt said it seemed to him any action until their next ect is coming entirely from moplastic pavement mark- and don’t do it the way it was private money with no state ings, which are permanent, shown to us, we’re making a that some of the proposed meeting. The low bidder, J. funding whatsoever. The and replacing them with big mistake,” Murphy said. design elements of the proj- Pratt Construction, has been Maine portion of the rail- paint. Selectman Chairman “That’s going to be a show- ect represent “the Cadillac agreeable to negotiate furversion” of what is needed ther with the town on its way would be leased and Bernie King seemed to case for the downtown.” Town Manager Bob to make the street attractive. $426,513 bid. Schwanke says he’s negotiat- favor that approach, saying with New Hampshire on how their railway would be rented. Golden Eagle estimates that it would cost roughly By Dawn De Busk contract is due in September, of Cumberland Assessing assessor, they had a lot of $60 million to fund the entire Staff Writer he said. Plus, there are other office. work to do to clean up the project, with a portion of that CASCO — For the second day-to-day and week-to-week The tax commitment for revaluation,” he said. money having already been autumn in a row, the Town of expenses involved in operat- 2014 was 60 days earlier than Two years ago, the propacquired. Casco must borrow money ing a municipality, he said. last year. However, that time erty revaluation began after Selectman Rick Eastman from the bank in order to pay Another thing that fac- frame is running behind the it was passed during a ballot asked where the drop-off point bills before property tax pay- tors into the need to borrow date for which the town tries vote. The referendum ended in Fryeburg would be. “The ments occur. money from the bank is that to aim: early to mid-August. up on the ballot through the only reason I ask is because The amount that must be the fall-time tax bills — rev“In defense of our current BORROWS, Page A we have an opportunity to borrowed is $1 million; and enue that the town counts extend our sidewalk infra- the interest rate is 1.6% or on to operate — have been structure towards the visitor about $4,000 — both of which mailed out a little bit later center.” Selectman Eastman must be paid back within 90 than usual, he said. worried about spending town days, Town Manager Dave “To stay solvent for next money to develop the side- Morton told the Casco Board 90 days, we need a tax anticiwalks in that area if in fact of Selectmen on Tuesday. pation note, or TAN,” Morton Golden Eagle Railway Co. “We made our last school said. received the go-ahead and the payment, and we are cash He explained that this sumstation was where the visi- poor right now,” Morton mer the selectmen switched tor center now is. 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Police seek help with hit & run FRYEBURG — Fryeburg Police are seeking the public’s assistance with a property damage hit-and-run crash that occurred between the hours of 5:30 a.m. and 5:40 a.m. Wednesday morning on Main Street (near Elm Street) in Fryeburg. A silver vehicle traveling westbound on Main Street
(Route 302) crossed lanes, and struck a pedestrian crossing signal causing extensive damage. The suspect vehicle continued westbound nearly striking a tree and telephone pole. It was reported that the silver vehicle continued westbound toward Conway, N.H. following the crash. The suspect vehicle should
have extensive front end damage. Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has any information is urged to contact Fryeburg Police Department at 935-3323. “The crash and reason for leaving the scene is under investigation at this time. Speed appears to be one of the causing factors according
to the investigating officer,” said Fryeburg Chief of Police Joshua Potvin. “The operator and occupants of the vehicle in question are extremely fortunate they were not seriously injured. After crossing lanes, the westbound motorist struck a pedestrian crossing sign and nearly missed a utility pole and tree.”
Pedestrian hit while walking CASCO — A local man was struck while walking along Route 11 at 10:55 a.m. last Thursday, Sept. 18. Richard Crossman, 60, of Poland Spring Road in Casco was walking on Route 11 in a southwesterly direction when he was struck by a Chevy PT Cruiser, operated by Heidi Bernier, 42, of Raymond. DID YOU SEE THE SILVER CAR that struck a pedestri- Bernier was traveling southan crossing light on Main Street in Fryeburg Wednesday west on Route 11, according to the Cumberland County morning? Police are seeking information on this crash.
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FRYEBURG — Wow, what a way to end an amazing summer on the Upper Saco River! The Saco River Recreational Council ended this very busy paddling season with an amazing Saco River Cleanup, on Saturday, Sept. 13. Volunteers included Scouts from Rhode Island and Massachusetts, school groups from Oxford and Arundel, families and friends of the Saco River coming from Boston and Nashua, N.H. and some awesome locals. Volunteers left Fryeburg
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GOLF TOURNEY BENEFITS VETERANS — Recently, Western Maine Veterans Advisory Committee (WMVAC) sponsored their annual golf tournament at Springbrook Golf Course. WMVAC works throughout the year to raise funds that supports the activities program at Maine Veterans’ Home in South Paris. Maine Veterans’ Home is a 90-bed facility located at 477 High Street in South Paris. Shown are Cecil Barker, commander of the Harrison VFW (left) and Joe Cooney, chairman of the WMVAC. The Harrison VFW sponsored a golf (Continued from Page A) tournament and donated part of the proceeds to the citizen’s signatures process. WMVAC golf tournament project. The company, which ultimately received the revaluation bid, Vision Government Solutions, ended up getting behind during the second summer of property valua(Continued from Page A) tions. That resulted in a late Fryeburg Rescue has borne the vast majority of the cost and tax commitment, and the will look for ongoing financial support in the future, in the town was forced to take out a hope of making this a sustainable, annual program. TAN until tax payments were Fryeburg Rescue will continue to offer free bike helmets made. throughout the year. The station is on Route 302 across from According to Morton, Molly Ockett Middle School and is generally staffed from 8 the town should maintain an a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Anyone interested in more informa- Undesignated Fund Balance tion about the program can contact Fryeburg Rescue, PO Box amount that is equal to three 177, Fryeburg, ME, 04037. months of the municipality’s
and speaking to volunteers regarding safety and the threats to our trees and how they can help.” The awesome day ended with a gathering at Swans Falls Campground with lots of yummy food and a warm campfire and delicious Ben and Jerry’s ice cream, which topped off the day just right! Thank you to Fryeburg Pizza Shed, Fryeburg House of Pizza, Thriftway Supermarkets, Hannaford of North Conway, Poland Spring, Ben and Jerry’s and Dave’s Bagels, for contributions toward making this cleanup a huge success. The season is winding down and the SRRC will be ending the season with the Great Maine Outdoor
Weekend, Sept. 27-28 with free parking and $5 off of camping as part of the GMOW event. Then, the Fryeburg Fair starts on Sept. 28 and you can visit Michelle Broyer and the SRRC and partners at their booth in the Natural Resources building, where
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(Continued from Page A) especially after the fiscal year begins every July. “Can we put the brakes on it for our current budget, review the policy, and go forward” he asked. According to Town Manager Dave Morton, the cost of $4,800 is mostly for snow plowing and doesn’t include the cost of materials, sand and salt used during each storm. Mary-Vienessa Fernandes responded, after hearing the dollar amount. “The cost has, no pun intended, a snowball effect,” she said, asking if it was possible to cap, or freeze, the amount spent on wintertime road maintenance. Morton said that was already part of a policy for now. “The cutoff date to accept roads as public easements was the last board meeting in September,” he said. In addition to capping or decreasing the budget line item for wintertime road maintenance, the board was highly concerned about emergency vehicle access. That is why we would like to take a more in-depth look at the public easement standards. According to Morton, those were adopted in 1972 during a time when both emergency vehicles and plow
Balance will help carry the town through” situations like this, he said. “In 90 days, we will be able to pay that TAN back and be able to continue to fund the town,” Morton said. “Next year, with an early August commitment date, we will be able to function without a TAN,” he said.
jarring cracks have been replaced with reclaimed, cement-injected pavement. Ultra-wide shoulders make driving a pleasure. Lately, road construction crews have been putting a nice, shim layer on the road so that it will be ready for this weekend’s Patrick Dempsey Challenge, according to Maine Department of Transportation Project Engineer Tim Storer. All the reclamation work has been completed on the 10.5-mile stretch of Route 11. The section of road runs from the Route 302 junction in Naples to White Oak Hill Road at the traffic lights in Poland, he said. “The reclamation is all ROUTE 11, Page A
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operating costs. For Casco, that amount would be $2.25 million, he said. “We have had a couple setbacks with the (Undesignated) Fund Balance,” he said, citing the citizen initiative referendum, which took money from that account to cover the cost of the revaluation. In the future, “increasing our Undesignated Fund
you can also take a free chance to win a brand new kayak or learn how you can help at www.sacorivercouncil.org “It takes all of us working together to protect our environment and together we are making a difference,” Broyer said.
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(Continued from Page A) ing much of the debris. The cleanup efforts of the River Runners and these volunteer cleanups and other volunteers throughout the season keep the river as beautiful as it is. “We need everyone to always take out what they bring in and respect our environment so we will have it for generations to come,” said Michelle Broyer, Saco River Recreational Council Environmental Education director. “We thank all the canoe companies and Chief Josh Potvin and Fryeburg Police, Maine Forest Rangers, and Colleen Teerling, Entomologist with the Maine Forest Service, for participating in this cleanup
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Good open house turnout By Henry Banks HIRAM — A good crowd turned out for what was called “a new beginning for an old mill” at Hiram Works last Saturday, Sept. 20. People were treated to outdoor sculptures, oil paintings, sawmill demonstrations, good food, and even sketching and painting on the premises by Jon Marshall of Denmark. “Art and industry” is the subheading of this unique venture.
On the industry side were Dietrich Woodworks showing what they can do with their cabinet shop; Brian Grady demonstrating his Wood Mizer sawmill by sawing up some beautiful red oak logs; and the H.B. Wood Company also demonstrated by “taking apart” a 34-inch diameter rock maple log with its Lucas Mill. Wonderful food was provided by Lauren Tweedy, Kathy Banks, Grandy Oats,
Apple Acres, The Gastro Pub, The Four Corners Store and others. A big thanks to the staff of the H.B. Wood Company for all of their hard work in preparation of the event, as well as to all of the participants, artists, organizers, and visitors who made this event possible. Thank you! Interest and questions about the Hiram Works has helped define its mission. More information can be found at hiramworks.com
As state and local election officials prepare for the upcoming November general election, Secretary of State Matt Dunlap announced last week the availability of an important informational resource for Maine voters — the 2014 Maine Citizen’s Guide to the Referendum Election. Initially, the Citizen’s Guide is available online at www.maine.gov/sos/cec/ elec/upcoming.html Printed copies will be sent to town offices and libraries for voters, who lack Internet connectivity. “The Citizen’s Guide provides detailed information about each question on the November ballot,” said Dunlap. “Voters can see the proposed legislation behind this year’s citizen-initiated question and state bond proposals, and detailed analy-
sis of the intent and content of each question. The election law also allows for citizen advocacy statements to be published supporting or opposing questions, which also provides important information to voters.” Dunlap also reminded voters that they can request absentee ballots, which will be available for in-state absentee voters on Oct. 3, immediately at the Secretary of State’s website at www. maine.gov/cgi-bin/online/ AbsenteeBallot/index.pl Voters may also request absentee ballots in person, by calling their town clerk, or in writing. This year’s General Election has much to offer on the referendum ballot, which will feature a Citizen Initiative and six bond proposals. In addition, there are contested races for governor, U.S.
Senate, both Congressional Districts, all seats in the state Legislature as well as county races for sheriff, Judge of Probate, Registrar of Deeds, Register of Probate, County Commissioner and more. Many towns will also be conducting local elections as well in November. “The Citizen’s Guide is intended to provide as much information on these complex issues as possible so that voters have the opportunity to educate themselves on the issues. Maine’s voters are among the most actively engaged in the nation, and we’re pleased to be able to TAKING PART in the Hiram Works open house last Saturday were (left to right) Ben contribute to that,” Dunlap Dietrich and Travis Dietrich of Dietrich Woodworks. (Photo by Sam Dolgin-Gardner) said.
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Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap reminded Mainers that Sept. 23, 2014 was National Voter Registration Day and is part of National Voter Registration Month, which was established by the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) in 2002 in order to promote increased awareness for voter registration requirements. According to U.S. Census data, three out of every 10 eligible U.S. voters went unregistered for the November 2012 elections. “We’re fortunate to lead the nation in the percentage of eligible citizens who are
registered to vote in our elections,” said Dunlap. “But, we can always do better. Our goal is that every eligible citizen registers and participates in our elections.” In Maine, eligible voters can register in person at their town office or city hall up to and including Election Day. The deadline to register by mail or through a voter registration drive is the close of business on the 21st day before the election. That date is Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2014 for the General and Referendum Election. The registration card must be received by the VOTE, Page A
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(Continued from Page A) done. They did the final cement treatments,” Storer said. Most recently, about three miles of Route 11 were shimmed just in time for the Dempsey Challenge. During the next three weeks, the crews from White Brothers Division of Lane Construction Crews will return to those sites that have been paved and shimmed for the final treatment, surface paving. That application of pavement fresh from the asphalt plant will be the icing on the cake — along with the striping that contributes to a safer driving experience. However, it won’t happen without a few traffic delays — brief but constant lane closures — during the months of September and October. Drivers should be aware that there will be one-lane closures along Route 11, starting at Route 302 and going toward the Casco-Poland line, Storer said. “They’ll probably do large chunks of surface paving, get that done, then we’ll do the striping,” he said.
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Surface paving requires between 1½ inch and 2 inches of asphalt, he said. All of the surface paving must be completed by Oct. 18. However, work on driveways can go beyond that date, he said. The wrap-up of the project is the completion of aprons and driveways, bringing those public and residential roadways to the same level as the new pavement. The objective will be to match the incline with the areas of roadway where people drive onto and off Route 11. “We will put anywhere from a 2- to 4-foot lip on gravel driveways so there is pavement at the end of our shoulders,” he said. That part of the project will utilize reclaimed pavement and other material, he said. Storer anticipates another three weeks of surface paving before that job is done. “That is weather-dependent. They cannot pave in the rain, and frost or cold weather will hold them up,” he said.
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FA recaps: Golf rolls to 7-0
VARSITY GOLF open up the season with a 7-0 ute everything goes right, the FRYEBURG — Never did record. next it can fall apart. Coach Chris Dutton expect his But, he does know golf can Right now, Fryeburg Raider varsity golf team to be a funny game — one min- Academy is on a great run
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A brisk but clear fall morning greeted the 303 enthusiastic cyclists and hikers who enjoyed scenic views as they participated in the 14th annual Loon Echo Trek held last Saturday, Sept. 20 at Shawnee Peak Ski Area in Bridgton. The trek benefitted Loon Echo Land Trust. Organizers were thrilled it did not rain for the organization’s primary fundraising event of the year. “Temperatures were chilly, but it did not rain for our Trek,” said Loon Echo Executive Director Carrie Walia. “We had light winds and partly sunny skies, and Pleasant Mountain is a fitting backdrop for this event. We currently protect over 2,000 acres of land on Pleasant Mountain, land that hikers are enjoying today. The Trek continues to be a great way for people to support land conservation in the Lake Region of southern Maine.” Two hundred thirty-six people cycled in the Trek choosing between the 25, 50, 75 or 100mile routes through some of Maine’s most beautiful scenery. Century and 75-mile riders had a challenging ride through Evans Notch with a 1,200-foot vertical descent on fresh pavement. Cyclists raved about the spectacular course and loved riding on all the back roads where the traffic was minimal. They felt the volunteers were helpful and friendly, everything was very organized, and all enjoyed the post-trek barbecue, massages and Allagash, free to all trekkers. A record-breaking 84 hik-
thanks to some unexpected early sterling play from newcomers, as well as an overall growing confidence amongst all players. The Raiders recently captured wins over Poland and on the road at Gray and Waynflete — significant victories considering a big part of the Raiders’ early success was winning several matches on their home turf — Lake Kezar CC. FA blanked Poland 7-0 as the Raiders as a team shot their lowest overall score to date — a 161. Jordan Lowe paced the Raiders with a 38 on the day with Mike Davis, a senior, shot a personal best 40. Last Wednesday, FA played at Spring Meadows against Gray-New Gloucester. “The course can be tricky on a few holes, where golf course management is a big plus and can save you from having some high scores if you play them smart and don’t get too greedy,” Coach Dutton said. “The team hit a few rough spots, but controlled all the matches en route to a rout, a 7-0 victory.” Coach Dutton said Tyler Worcester played brilliantly to a two over 37 for the low score for the day. Fryeburg then traveled to play at Nonesuch Golf Course to take on Waynflete. The Raiders again posted a 7-0 victory. However, five of the six matches were very close. “Halfway through the round, is was looking like it was going to be a 4-3 score either way. Jordan Lowe and Tyler Worcester finished strong and paced the team early on with scores of 36 and 39 respectively,” Coach Dutton said. “Mike Davis had a slim lead throughout his match and closed the door by two shots at the end of his match.” Senior Van Nguyen dug herself into a hole early on, but chipped away and got herself a two-shot victory, as well. Keegan Jones had the best highlight match of the day, as he was down by as many as five strokes and by four with three holes to play. “Keegan alerted me on the seventh that he felt upbeat and good that he could make a run and, sure enough, he did by beating his opponent by six strokes on the final three holes to earn the victory,” Coach Dutton said. Freshman Addison Schwartz continued his good play by earning three victories for the week by shooting a best 40 in match play. “Right now, the team is RAIDER, Page A
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Greenhouse effect: Hoax or science?
(Continued from Page A) the earth’s temperature hospitable for mankind to live. Sturk said the rallies are for both the planet and the people on the planet. “If we don’t have the earth, then we don’t have a place to live,” she said. In a later interview on Tuesday night, LRHS teacher Bolduc said, “One of my students who I was talking to today said, ‘It didn’t scare me because it is going to happen anyway no matter what we do.’” “I said, ‘But that world is not going to be conducive to the human race,’ ” she said, adding that changes could be made to slow or prevent the global warming that occurs when greenhouse gases are unable to escape the atmopshere. Sturk and her peers said they could envision a society that relied less on carbonbased energy, but for now it is a wish list. “I wish we had more sidewalks. I wish we had more electric cars on the roads, even though they are expensive now,” Sturk said. “But, it is important to be bringing awareness, having people know what is going on,” she said. Every step toward reducing one’s carbon footprint is a good start, she said. “If everyone stopped using as much energy like lowering the heat and wearing extra layers when you get cold,” Sturk said.
About five years ago while teachingAdvanced Placement (AP) Environmental Science, Bolduc came to the conclusion that it was vital to walk the talk when it comes to tackling climate change. “We figured out our carbon footprint. We compared them, and mine was so much higher. I do live in a big house. I cannot, in my right mind, teach environmental science and have such a big carbon footprint,” Bolduc said. So, she installed a solar hot water heater, new insulated windows and doors, and a wood pellet stove which heats the first floor. She received a $4,000 reimbursement in federal money for making those energy friendly changes to her home. Bolduc also traded in the family’s mini-van for a hybrid vehicle. In the classroom this year, the students had just start to discuss information about the Greenhouse Effect. “We talked about sea level rising and predicted what would happen if it rose 10 feet. By the end of the conversation, I asked them what needs to happen now and we talked about what they could do,” she said. “The kids shared who has pellet stoves. We talked about what are things that people can do such as car pooling,” she said. “We certainly talked about the Keeling Curve and what things were like in the 1800s when there were 271 parts
per million of CO2 compared to almost 400 now,” she said. “Humans have put in 25 percent of the CO2 in the atmosphere,” she said. The four students who showed up on the Naples Causeway mentioned that humans were responsible for one-quarter of the CO2 in the atmosphere. They could not predict an outcome for the U.N. summit, but they did say that they believed world leaders could create the changes that people are demanding. Emily St. John, another LRHS student who joined the three girls in the early afternoon agreed. “The politicians need to chip in,” St. John said. Bolduc said some of her students were slightly disappointed or less likely to stay for long because of the small turnout. “They were hoping for a crowd. But, they were excited to do that and they made some impressive posters,” she said. “Individually (our role) is to educate others with our signs and our voices. Students have a huge voice,” she said. The community listens to the youth, and hopefully the U.N. delegation will take heed of the messages of those who turned out for the rallies and marches, she said.
PEOPLE JOINING FORCES — Casco resident Peg Dilley (right) met up with her cousin and a native of New York City, Tom Spanski, as the two took part in the People’s Climate March in NYC on Sunday. Dilley rode one of six buses that traveled from Maine for the march. (Photo Courtesy of Peg Dilley)
Raider weekly recaps (Continued from Page A) booming with excitement and confidence and I hope it keeps going right up to the qualifier. Earlier in the year, I had good expectations for the team qualifier, however now we would be projected to fight to earn a spot in States, which would be icing on the cake and has the team determined to finish strong,” Coach Dutton added. FIELD HOCKEY The Raiders snapped a two-game losing skid Tuesday with a 6-1 victory over Sacopee Valley behind Janelle Weissman, who scored three goals. Mackenzie Hill added a pair of goals, while Sydney Andreoli also notched a score. The Raiders had dropped
decisions to Poland and York (a 4-1 defeat last Friday). Next: The Raiders (4-3, ranked seventh in Heal Ratings) host Gray-New Gloucester on Saturday at 1 p.m., travel to Falmouth Monday for a 6:30 p.m. game and host Lake Region Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. GIRLS’ SOCCER The Raiders leaped to 10th in the Heal Ratings released Wednesday following a 1-0 victory over Freeport. Mackenzie Buzzell set up Julia Quinn for the only goal after 1:15 of the second half as the Raiders (2-2-2) edged past the Falcons (1-5) at Fryeburg. Quinn’s goal curled into the net from a tough angle. Raider
goalie Makayla Cooper made five saves. Next: The Raiders travel to Kennebunk on Friday for a 6 p.m. game and then host GrayNew Gloucester on Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. BOYS’ SOCCER Nacho Calleja scored the game’s only goal at the 16-minute mark to lead the Raiders past Freeport Tuesday. The victory improved FA’s record to 2-2-2, and moved the Raiders up to sixth in the Heal Ratings released Wednesday. Fryeburg tied Poland (ranked fourth at 3-2-1) on Saturday. Next: Fryeburg hosts Kennebunk Friday at 4 p.m. and Gray-New Gloucester on Tuesday at 5 p.m.
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FASHIONABLY DRESSED — Taking part in the On Eagles Wings Fashion Show were: (front, left to right) Denise Morin, Amber Day, Pam Benson, Jamie Sheldon and Jane Woodman-Noble; (back row) Tammy Wright, Karen Knox, Patricia Struck, Mikaela Seamans, Cathy Sullivan, Amy Herrick, Mariah Foss, Rachel Ruel, Danielle Hurtubise, Samantha Dahlborg and Ann Ruel.
Beauty, joy on the stage
Sunday, Sept. 14, was a very special day for a number of beautiful ladies, and a husband, Jim Knox, as well. On that day, On Eagles Wings celebrated the lives of cancer survivors, as well as those going through treatment, and in memory of one special and beautiful lady, Claire Knox, who passed away from colon cancer on Aug. 4, 2014. The Luncheon and Fashion Show was held at the Grand Hotel at Settlers’ Green, with the Fashion Show hosted by Dress Barn of Settlers’ Green. It was a day many people will remember. Ann Ruel, founder and breast cancer survivor, put this event together for a number of reasons. “The number one reason was to honor and remember the joy and beauty of a former patient of On Eagles Wings, Claire Knox,” Ann said. “Claire’s daughter, Karen, stepped forward on the fashion runway to represent and honor her mother. It was bittersweet, but the beauty and joy on the stage overwhelmed many.” Besides Karen Knox, Amy Herrick joined the runway beauties with poise and grace to again honor and remember
Claire. Amy is a stage 4 cancer patient still continuing treatment for her own journey and battle. Then, there was Cathy Sullivan, another breast cancer survivor, who also wanted to step forward and honor Claire. Cathy did so with beauty and style as well. Pat Struck finished her cancer treatment this past spring, and felt that she wanted to honor and assist On Eagles Wings with this tribute to Claire and the fundraiser. So with complete confidence and stunning beauty, she stepped onto the runway. “One of our fun and beautiful survivors joined the group above with a big heart to assist the cause,” Ann said. “Tammy Wright, who fought her battle with breast cancer as well last year, joined in. All of these ladies have met cancer in one way or another, but have not let cancer stop their lives and living in joy despite the sadness of this disease.” The group was also honored to have Miss Maine USA, Samantha Dahlborg; Miss Teen Maine, Danielle Hurtubise; and Miss Teen N.H., Mikaela Seamans take the runway for a great and
memorable day. Lastly, Rachel Ann Ruel and Mariah Foss (Rachel’s friend) took the runway for Rachel’s mom, Ann, to help with the cause. “It was all special, memorable and complete with all the ladies showing their style and grace,” Ann added. Jim Knox was there to see the show. It gave him great joy
and delight to see the tribute to Claire. “The lunch, the fashion and the beauty of the ladies getting through their cancer made this a great day,” Ann said. “We had 86 people come from the Bridgton area to support On Eagles Wings, the survivors and Claire. Thank you all, and we hope to see you again next year for this event.”
Academy Alumni Brunch Saturday Bridgton Academy alumni of all ages are invited to an Alumni Celebration Brunch this Saturday, Sept. 27 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Goldsmith Dining Hall on campus. Come celebrate “The Black & The Grey Forever” with fellow alumni as part of this year’s Homecoming Weekend festivities. Following the brunch, alumni are encouraged to stay on campus to hear from Headmaster Grady Vigneau on the state of Bridgton Academy today. After his address, a tailgate lunch will be served up on the fields, with alumni welcome to stay and cheer for the Wolverine football squad as they take on Army Prep. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. Please contact Michelle Cross in the Office of Alumni & Development at Bridgton Academy if you would like to join Saturday’s Alumni Celebration Brunch or any other Homecoming Weekend events. She can be reached by calling 647-3322, ext. 1229 or e-mailing alumni@bridgtonacademy.org
Denmark Congo Harvest Festival DENMARK — Denmark Congregational Church is hosting their 11th Annual Fall Harvest Festival this Saturday, Sept. 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be vendors with crafts as well as the Ladies Fellowship bake sale. There will be homemade lasagna and casseroles for sale as well as muffins, apple cider and homemade chili for lunch. The Harvest Table will have new potatoes and Jacob’s Cattle beans from Green Thumb Farms, pumpkins from Weston’s Farm Stand and corn stalks and many other items from local growers. There will be a Guess the Candy Corn raffle, which has a prize of four tickets for the Haunted Maize at Sherman Farm, which will be drawn at the fair. If you have any questions or would like to still jump into the Festival with a table, please contact Pam Hale at 2157101 or e-mail her at denmarkcongochurch@gmail.com
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BRIDGTON Thur., Sept. 25 — Chamber After Hours, 5-7 p.m., Rufus Porter Museum, 67 No. High St. Fri., Sept. 26 — Stuff the Truck Food Drive by Lake Region Hunger Initiative, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Hannaford, also store tours with Dona Forke. Fri., Sept. 26 - Fri., Nov. 14 — Landmark Fall Art Show, starts 9 a.m., Community Center. An opening reception will be held Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fri., Sept. 26 — Healthy Eating on a Budget Store Tour with Gina Foianini of Opportunity Alliance, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Hannaford, Portland Rd. Fri., Sept. 26 — Red Bonnets, 11:30 a.m., Ricky’s Diner. Fri., Sept. 26 — Diabetes on a Budget Store Tour with Dona Forke, noon to 1 p.m., Hannaford, Portland Rd. FMI: 221-6508. Fri., Sept. 26 — Joy of Singing, 3 p.m., Community Center. Fri., Sept. 26 — Kids Movie Night, Matilda, (PG), 4-6 p.m., library. Sat., Sept. 27 — Rise Up and Walk for Hunger, 8:30 a.m., Alliance Church. FMI: 647-4459, 647-2027. Sat., Sept. 27 — Chickadee Quilters workshop, 9 a.m., Community Center. Sat., Sept. 27 — Museum Day Live! Free admission to Rufus Porter Museum, 67 No. High St., noon to 4 p.m. Tue., Sept. 30 — Chickadee Quilters, 9:30 a.m., Community Center. Wed., Oct. 1 — Senior Lunch, noon, Community Center. Thur., Oct. 2 — Free Community Kettle Supper, 5 p.m., Community Center Thur., Oct. 2 — Chickadee Quilters, 6:30 p.m. Community Center. Sat., Oct. 4 — Chickadee Quilters workshop, 9 a.m., Community Center. Sat., Oct. 4 — 21st Annual Turkey Supper, 5 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 42 Sweden Road. CASCO Thur., Sept. 25 — Food Supplement Program assistance, 3:30 to 6 p.m., Casco Village Alliance Church, 450 Roosevelt Trl. Sat., Sept. 27 — Maine Lakes Brewfest by Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Point Sebago Resort. Sat., Sept. 27 — Local Foods Celebration and Public Harvest Supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Casco Village Church, 941 Meadow Rd. (Rte. 121). Sun., Sept. 28 — Dunneman Music Ministry Concert, 10:45 a.m., Webbs Mills Free Baptist Church, 17 Webbs Mills Rd. DENMARK Fri., Sept. 26 — Easy hike to Greely Ponds, Lincoln, N.H. by Denmark Mountain Hikers, meet 8 a.m. at Denmark Church. FMI: 756-2247. Sat., Sept. 27 — Fall Harvest Festival, Denmark Church, baked goods, pumpkins, crafts, 9 a.m to 1 p.m.. Fri., Oct. 3 — Difficult hike to North Moat Mountain, North Conway, Meet at the Denmark Congregational Church at 8 a.m. FMI 207-756-2247. FRYEBURG Sat., Sept. 27 — Bean Supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Bradley Memorial United Methodist Church, 454 McNeil Road.
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Breakfasts & Suppers Saturday, September 27 The Casco Village Church United Church of Christ, 941 Meadow Road (Route 121), in Casco invites all to a Local Foods Celebration and Public Harvest Supper, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. There’ll be locally-raised smoked ham, baked beans, squash with maple syrup, vegetables, homemade casseroles and locally-picked apples. It’s only $7 adults and $4 for children 8 and under. Families with young children eat for $20 max! Come celebrate all things local and enjoy the taste of local foods at this supper, sponsored by the Christian Education Committee. The last Bean Supper of the summer will be served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the North Sebago United Methodist Church, Route 114, North Sebago. A Bean Supper will be served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Bradley Memorial United Methodist Church, 454 McNeil Road in Fryeburg Harbor. The menu is fresh baked beans, casseroles, hot dogs, homemade brown bread, coleslaw and cake, all for $8 adults. Saturday, October 4 A Pancake Breakfast will be held at the West Baldwin United Methodist Church, Route 113 from 7-9 a.m. Adults $6, children 10 and under $3. Enjoy pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee and orange juice. A Free Community Meal will be served from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Christ Chapel, 37 Northern Pines Road (off Route 85 near Crescent Lake) in Raymond. All ages are welcome! The menu is barbecue chicken, sweet potatoes, beef stew, salad, casseroles and desserts. Food is continually served, buffet-style. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church will serve its 21st annual Turkey Supper starting at 5 p.m. at the church, located at 42 Sweden Road (Route 93) in Bridgton.
Bluegrass Connection to play at Raymond church RAYMOND — Maine’s own Erica Brown will be bringing her sensational fiddle playing, soulful voice, and wonderful band; the Bluegrass Connection, to the intimate 150-seat Raymond Village Community Church (27 Main Street in Raymond Center) on Saturday, Oct. 11, starting at 7 p.m. — the latest in an ongoing series of Raymond Village Community Concerts. Bluegrass fans in Maine know Erica Brown and the Bluegrass Connection for their musicianship, tight harmonies, and broad bluegrass repertoire. Brown’s extraordinary fiddling, the outcome of both classical violin training and over two decades of devotion to her FrenchCanadian musical heritage, provides a unique and powerful addition. Erica Brown is not yet 30 years old, but has been playing the violin and fiddle for 24 of those years, touring from Louisiana to Canada.
The Maine Arts Commission has recognized her as a Master Artist. She teaches violin and fiddle at the Community Music Center, known as “317 Main Street” in Yarmouth. Noted for its excellent acoustics, unusual trompe l’oeil decoration, and intimate feeling, the Raymond Village Community Church
is a great place to hear any music, especially music this good. It seems that most of the time, the better the music, the bigger the venue. But thanks to contributions from parishioners and the community, RVCC is able to bring first-class music to a setting where the majority of seats are closer to the performers than the first row in most
venues. Tickets for the concert are $12 and may be reserved by calling 939-7947. They also will be available at the door the day of the show. For further information about the concert, contact Frank Morrison by phone at 627-3351 or by e-mail at marpo@maine.rr.com
SENSATIONAL BLUEGRASS COMING — Erica Brown and the Bluegrass Connection are coming to the Raymond Village Community Church, Raymond Center on Saturday, Oct. 11 starting at 7 p.m.
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A FIELD OF TRANSFORMERS — Fryeburg Fair employees stand among a field of 133 of their old pole-top transformers headed for recycling. Building & Grounds Superintendent David Andrews, Superintendent of Power & Light Ed Wilkey, along with John Dean and Bennett Mills, have been replacing these transformers since June. “The new transformers will upgrade fair electrical service for three times the current usage. We’re glad to get this done and updated,” Wilkey said. “Central Maine Power was very helpful to us on this project and we really want to thank them.” The Blue Ribbon Classic opens this Sunday, Sept. 28, and runs through Sunday, Oct. 5. For more information on Fryeburg Fair go to www.fryeburgfair.org
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Church, 98 Main St. FMI: 647-4476. Sebago Senior Luncheon, noon, Sebago Church of the Nazarene. Bridge, 12:15 p.m., Bridgton Community Center. Senior Games, 1-3 p.m. (except 1st Tues. Senior Social Day), Harrison Fire Station Community Room. FMI: 583-2241. Indoor Walking Group, 4:45 to 5:45 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, So. Paris. FMI: 7431562, ext. 6896. Mah Jongg, 6 p.m., Naples Library. Coed Teen Sports Night, 6 to 7:45 p.m., Harrison Elementary School. Starts Oct. 7. FMI: 583-2241. Harrison Food Pantry, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 2 Naples Rd. FMI: 583-6178. Adult Volleyball, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Brownfield Community Center.
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Coed Adult Basketball, 6 to 7:45 p.m., Harrison Elementary School. Starts Oct. 6. FMI: 583-2241. Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m. Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot St. ODLH Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Drop In Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail (Rte. 302), Casco. TUESDAYS Jeanette’s Free Clothing Closet, 9 to 11:30 a.m., First Congregational Church, Bridgton. Sebago Food Pantry and Clothes Closet, Nazarene Church, Rte. 114, 4th Tuesdays 9-11 a.m. & 5-7 p.m.; clothes closet Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. FMI: 274-1569. Chickadee Quilters, 9:30 a.m., Bridgton Community Center. Tai Chi Maine Set Practice, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Town Hall, No. High St., Bridgton. Naples Food Pantry, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., United Methodist Church, Village Green. FMI: 595-2754. Art Exhibit, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., “The Kienbusch Legacy: A Family of Artists” (also Thursdays), Pace Galleries of Art, 18 Bradley St., Fryeburg. Adult Play Group, every other Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Brownfield Community Center. Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Naples Library. Mother Goose Story Time, 10:30 a.m., Bridgton Library. Bridgton Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Methodist
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Sat., Sept. 27 — Dempsey Challenge, registration 8 a.m., starts from CMMC, Lewiston. FMI: www.dempseycenter.org Sat., Sept. 27 — Bike for Books Mountain Bike Adventure Rides, fundraiser for No. Conway Library, registration 8-11 a.m., Whitaker Woods Homesite, No. Conway, N.H. Sat., Sept. 27 — Meet Game Warden stars of North Woods Law, 9:30 a.m., Maine Wildlife Park, Rte. 26, Gray. Sat., Sept. 27 — Beyond Hunger: Communities of Change, celebrating Heifer Intl., 2-4 p.m., Woodfords Congregational Church, 202 Woodford St., Portland. Sat., Sept. 27 — Chinese Auction to benefit Responsible Pet Care, bidding 5 to 6:30 p.m., winners drawn 6:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. Mon., Sept. 29 — Guided Walk by Western Foothills Land Trust & Healthy Oxford Hills, 4 to 5 p.m., Witt Swamp, Norway. FMI: 739-6222. Mon., Sept. 29 — “Brazing the Middle Ground” discussion with Jo Radner, 6:30 p.m. Mon., Sept. 29 — Free Square Dancing Workshop by Mount Washington Valley Stompers, 6:45 p.m., American Legion, 47 Tasker Hill Rd., Conway, N.H. FMI: 603-367-9101. Tue., Sept. 30 — Fall Story Time, 2-year-olds, 10:30 a.m. Conway Public Library, Wed., Oct. 1 — Fall Story Time for babies less than 2, 10:30 a.m. Conway Public Library, Thur., Oct. 2 — Fall Story Time for 3/4-yearolds, 10:30 a.m. Conway Public Library. Sun., Oct. 5 — Maine Ole’ Opry Hall of Fame Show, 1 p.m., Silver Spur, 272 Lewiston St., Mechanic Falls. FMI: 490-1232.
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Fri., Oct. 3 — Bureau of Veterans’ Services, Fryeburg American Legion, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., weather permitting. HARRISON Sat., Sept. 27 — Come support Dempsey Challenge runners, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Long Lake Boat Ramp. Sat., Sept. 27 — Informational walk Intervale Forest, 9 a.m. Contact Jon Evans, Loon Echo Trust at 632-8510 FMI. LOVELL Thur., Sept. 25 — Library Writing Group, noon at the library. Sat., Sept. 27 — 2nd part of Art at the Library program, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., library. NAPLES Mon., Sept. 29 — Good Shepherd Food Mobile, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., American Legion, Rte. 11. Tue., Sept. 30 — End of Hunger Action Month Celebration, BBQ & balloon release, 6 p.m., Village Green. Thur., Oct. 2 — A Medley of QUINOA Samples & Recipes, Naples Library, 5 p.m. RAYMOND Thur., Sept. 25 — Book Group, And the Mountains Echoed, by Khalid Hosseini, 7 p.m., library. Wed., Oct. 1 — Author Alice Oldford, stories and kitchen tips, 6:30 p.m., library. Sat., Oct. 4 — Portable Meditation Labyrinth, Village Community Church, 2-4 p.m. Sat., Oct. 4 — Free Community Meal, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Christ Chapel, 37 Northern Pines Rd. Sun., Oct. 5 — Portable Meditation Labyrinth, Village Community Church, noon 1:30 p.m. SEBAGO Sat., Sept. 27 — “Coyote: America’s Song Dog,” with conservation biologist Geri Vistein, 7 p.m., Spaulding Library. FMI: 787-2321. AREA EVENTS Thurs., Sept. 25 — “Living Well for Better Health,” series begins, 10 a.m. to noon, runs thru Oct. 30, Town and Country Mobile Home Park, Norway. FMI: 743-1562, ext. 6896. Thurs., Sept. 25 — Fall Story Time for 3/4 year olds, Conway Public Library, 10:30 a.m. Thurs., Sept. 25 — Book Discussion for young adults/ adults, The Blade Runner by James Dashner, Conway Public Library, 6 p.m. Thur., Sept. 25 — Adult Book Group Chilling Tale Series, Dracula by Bram Stoker, 6:30 p.m., Norway Library, Main St., Norway. FMI: 743-5309. Fri., Sept. 26 — Free SCORE Roundtable Discussion on Marketing, 8 to 9 a.m., Norway Town Office, 19 Danforth St. FMI: 743-0499. Sat., Sept. 27 — Free clothing giveaway, 8 a.m. to noon, Norway Grange Hall, Whitman St., Norway. FMI: 461-3093.
AA Step Mtgs., 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Drop In Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail (Rte. 302), Casco. Al-Anon, 7:30 p.m., St. Joseph Church, 225 High St., Bridgton. WEDNESDAYS Well Woman Clinic, by appt., free, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Birth House, Bridgton. FMI: 6475968, ext. 108. Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9-10 a.m., Bridgton Town Hall, No. High St. FMI: 647-2402, 647-4134. Lovell Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Rte. 5. Ends Oct. 1. FMI: 452-2772. Cribbage, 9 a.m. to noon, Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library, Lovell. Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Raymond Library. Sweden Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, Sweden Church basement, 137 Bridgton Rd. FMI: 647-4429, 6475399. Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Bridgton Community Center.
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Drive carefully during the Fryeburg Fair The Fryeburg Fair is a week away and the traffic will be busy driving through the Village on Route 5. Be aware that those who have never driven through town before don’t know the danger of those backing out of either the Post Office or Rosie’s. There have been a lot of near misses, but some day, there will be the big one and maybe the speed limit in that area will be reduced. The Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library Writing Group will meet on Thursday, Sept. 25 at noon. Bring your lunch and sit back and enjoy sharing your writings and talk about how to gain improvement. This group meets twice every month at the library and welcomes any newcomers.
I’m writing this column on — groan — the first day of autumn, can winter be far behind? This is the time we all think of what we must do to get through the — groan again — winter. One very important reminder comes from Lovell Fire Chief Tommie McKenzie — have the chimney of your wood stove cleaned. A buildup of creosote can cause a quick fire and, if not taken care of, can cause damage to the home or building. Take it from one who knows. It also might be a great idea to check your fire alarms, never hurts to be prepared. The Lovell Historical Society will be holding the Fall Harvest event at the Kimball-Stanford House on
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Naples town news The Red Bonnets meet again this Friday, Sept. 26 at Ricky’s Diner in Bridgton at 11:30 a.m. If you are not familiar with it, you will find the restaurant on Main Street across from the House of Pizza. The staff is very friendly and there is a 1950s theme. Please let me know by reply to this message if you are unable to attend. My cousin, Rachel Bacon, is at home recovering after taking a bad fall two weeks ago. Several folks brought lunch to her and visited, as did Erma and Margot last week. Her daughter has returned from a trip to England and is seeing to her affairs. Please send get-well cards to Rachel and Ellie Lashua, who is still in need of our prayers and get well cards.
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by Ethel Gilmore-Hurst Lovell Correspondent 925-3226 ehurst3@yahoo.com Sunday, Oct. 12. This is a family affair with lots of stuff to entertain the children and adults. The petting zoo will fascinate the children and the cider press will be a lesson in how they did it in the old days. Anyone interested in spinning and weaving can watch the experts at work in the fiber arts museum. Free pumpkin painting is another interest that will keep the kids busy. All this activity along with music. Let’s not forget the free refreshments and the huge bake sale. Get into the season and have fun — join your friends and neighbors at the Historical Society party. Everyone at the Lovell United Church of Christ that knows how to bake will be busy this week making items to be sold by the Peg and Dave Mason crew across from their home on Route 302 in Fryeburg during the Fryeburg Fair. During the Fair, the Masons discovered that it was almost impossible to get out of their driveway.
It occurred to them that while people are stranded in traffic, people selling goodies would alleviate the boredom or a way to make the kids happy. Who would turn down homemade cookies, whoopee pies, bars or slices of a coffee cake. The Masons have been doing this for 14 years; imagine how many of those kids sitting in those cars have grown up in that time. I bet people who come to the Fair every year come on Route 302 just to get a sample of the Masons’ goodies. They’ll be at their post on Monday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Sherman Farm will be holding the Second Annual Sherman Farm Amaizing Race on Saturday, Sept. 27. Registration time is 7:30 a.m. This is a race, which is like no other. It involves running around pastureland, along the river, oh yes through the pumpkin patch and through the corn maze. If you have a great directional sense, it will
RAYMOND — If you’ve ever been curious about what a labyrinth is or what it’s like to walk one, you can find out Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 45 when the Raymond Village Community Church (RVCC) will have the Bowdoin College portable labyrinth available to the public in the RVCC Vestry on Main Street
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She faces many sessions of chemo, which she will receive in Scarborough. She has a long road to go, but hopefully with many people’s help, she’ll make it. Any contribution made to help our friend would be gratefully appreciated. For more information, contact Amy Rogers at 5573382 and Robin Jensen at 256-0594 I’d like to send my condolences to the family of Penny Allen, who passed away on Friday. I’d also like to send them to Rosie McKenzie’s family on the loss of her father, Richard Farrington. In Rec news, the Running Club, which is open to ages 6 through adults, started yesterday, Sept. 24 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. You can sign up at school or e-mail for a signup form. Kindergarten and firstgrade soccer practice will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. due to school open house. Bowling this week will be on Wednesday only, switching to Monday after the fair. The Art Club will be held on Monday after the Fair for grades 1 through 5. There is a $20 fee, which will go mainly to supplies. This will be fun, making masks and decorations for Halloween. Signups will be at school or online.
of many different designs have been found at ancient sites all over the world. A labyrinth is a geometric pattern that has a well-defined pathway winding its way to the center and back out again. Unlike a maze, there are no tricks, wrong turns, or dead ends — and you cannot get lost. During the Middle Ages, labyrinths were designed into the floors of many European Cathedrals — the most famous being Chartres Cathedral in France. The labyrinth will be open to the public at the following times: Saturday, Oct. 4 from 2 to 4 p.m.
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Upcoming at Naples Library NAPLES — As autumn temperatures arrive, we think about spending more time in the cozy kitchen, trying new recipes to tempt our families. Join the Naples Public Library on Thursday, Oct. 2 at 6 p.m. for “A Medley of QUINOA – Samples & Recipes.” Taste dishes prepared by library family members from hors d’oeuvres to desserts. Recipes will be available. Phil Ohman, a volunteer from the Southern Maine Agency on Aging will be in the library from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays from Oct. 21 to Dec. 2 for Medicare Open Enrollment Support. Call Lorraine Goldrup at 6473116 to make an appointment. The public is invited to participate in the review and update of the CIPA (Child Internet Protection Act) Policy at the Oct. 16 Board of Trustees meeting. The meeting is at 7:15 p.m. in the Library’s Gathering Room. Are you looking for free tech support for your computer, iPhone or iPad? Support is available at the library on Thursdays from 4 to 7 p.m. Call and make an appointment for a half-hour time slot. A Photography Club is being organized. If you are interested, e-mail the library director at director@naples. lib.me.us Adult Programs Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Drop-in Mah Jongg; 1:30 p.m., needlework — socialize and do your own project. Second and fourth Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Scrabble. Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2 p.m., Book Discussion: The Paris Wife by Paula McLain. Children’s Programs Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m., Preschool Story Time. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., Musical Story Time; 4 to 5 p.m. Middle School Minecraft Club — parental permission required; 4:30 p.m., Read to Bear the Therapy Dog; 6 p.m., Pajama Story Time. Second and fourth Thursdays, 4 to 5 p.m., K-3 Lego Club. Second Saturday, 11 a.m. to noon, Read to Kendall the Therapy Dog. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 4 p.m., Children’s Movie. Thursday, Oct. 30, 6 p.m., Halloween Costume Storytime. Pick up your passport for the Read Ya Across the USA Challenge. The goal is to read a book related to each of the 50 states. Sign up begins Oct. 1. Family Programs Wooden Biography Bangle Bracelet — A family project for ages 12-and up. Sign up required. A fee for materials will be charged. Museum Passes — The library has passes for free or reduced rates to: Children’s Museum & Theater of Maine, Maine State Park Pass, Maine Wildlife Animal Park and Portland Museum of Art. Apply at the Adult Circulation Desk to enjoy these facilities with your family. Library Hours: Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Wednesday 2 to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For further details, contact 693-6841, check the bulletin boards and the website at www.naples.lib.me.us or sign up for the monthly e-mail newsletter.
HUNGER AWARENESS CAMPAIGN VISIBLE — Inside, Dead River Company employees wear “blue: jeans; outside public wears “orange.” Both colors mean help for food banks across New England.
Hunger awareness campaign are food insecure. In Vermont, more than 84,000 people of all ages live in food insecure homes. In Massachusetts, 700,000 children and adults aren’t sure where their next meal will come from. Inside all Dead River Company offices, employees will, again this year, wear blue jeans as a sign of their support for Hunger Action Month. During the week of Sept. 22– 26, for a donation of at least $5, employees can wear jeans
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Pajama Storytime, 6 p.m., Naples Library. Book Discussion Group, 11 a.m. to noon, Soldiers Library, Hiram. FMI: 6254650. Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Bridgton Community Center. Knotty Knitters, noon to 2 p.m., Soldiers Library, Hiram. Drop-ins welcome. FMI: 6254650. Pinochle, 1 p.m., Bridgton Community Center. Needlecraft Gathering, 1 p.m., Naples Library. Brownfield Food Pantry, 1 to 5 p.m. third Thursdays, 701 Pequawket Trl. FMI: 9352333. Tai Chi Maine Set Practice, 2:30 to 4 p.m., Town Hall, No. High St., Bridgton. K-3 Lego Club, 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 4-5 p.m., Naples Library. Mother/Baby Cafe, free newborn care, 3 to 5 p.m., Windham Assembly of God, 1051 Roosevelt Trl., Windham. FMI: 693-4678. Raymond Food Pantry, 46 p.m., 2nd & 4th Thursdays, Lake Region Baptist Church, 1273 Main St. FMI: 2325830. Community Kettle, 5 p.m., Bridgton Community Center. Table Tennis, 5-8 p.m., Bridgton Town Hall, No. High St., all welcome. Equipment provided free, 7 tables. Al-Anon, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m., Open Meeting, newcomers welcome, Naples Methodist Church, Village Green. Narcotics Anonymous Women’s Meeting, 7 to 8 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Sweden Rd. (Rte. 93)
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Senior Lunch, noon, Bridgton Community Center. Knitting Group, 1 to 3:30 p.m., Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library, Lovell. Discovery Kids, 3 p.m., Bridgton Community Center. Reading with Holly Dog, 3:30 p.m., Bridgton Library. Over 40 Pickleball, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Harrison Elementary School. FMI: 583-2241. Bible Study, 6 p.m., Bridgton Community Center. Catherine’s Cupboard Food Pantry, 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Standish Town Hall, Rte. 35. Volleyball, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Brownfield Community Center. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 to 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Drop In Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail (Rte. 302), Casco. THURSDAYS Bridgton Rotary Club, 7:15 a.m., Bridgton Alliance Church, Rte. 117. Adult Children of Alcoholics, 10 a.m., Waterford Library. Storytime, 10 a.m., Harrison Library, Harrison Village. Senior Wii Bowling, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Casco Community Center. Musical Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Naples Library. Middle School Minecraft Club, 4 p.m., Naples Library. Read to Bear the Therapy Dog, 4:30 p.m., Naples Library.
to work all week. The employee donations will be matched dollar for dollar by Dead River Company, with the total being distributed among the following local food banks: Maine – Good Shepherd Food-Bank New Hampshire – New Hampshire Food Bank Vermont – Vermont Food Bank Massachusetts – Center for Self Reliance food pantry The public is invited to get involved, too, on the Dead
River Company Facebook Page. From Sept. 22 to Oct. 5, “Like” Dead River Company on Facebook, and the company will make a $5 donation. Post a photo wearing something orange (the color of Hunger Action Month) and Dead River Company will donate another $5, total contribution of up to $10,000. All money donated by Dead River Company will be distributed among the local food banks in the company’s service area.
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Ashley (Hoyt) and Kyle Gregory of Naples have a boy, Leo Hoyt Gregory, born Sept. 15, 2014 at Bridgton Hospital. Leo joins siblings John, 4, and Kylie, 2. Maternal grandparents are Steve and Tracy Hoyt of Naples. Paternal grandparents are Skip and Billie Gregory of Sebago. off Rte. 302, Bridgton. AA Ladies Step-Meeting, 7 a.m. & 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail, (Rte. 302) So. Casco. FRIDAYS Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9-10 a.m., Bridgton Town Hall, No. High St. FMI: 647-2402, 647-4134. Parents & Children Activity Group, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Casco Community Center. Mama-Baby Tea Time, 10 a.m. to noon, The Birth House, 28 So. High St., Bridgton. Harrison Farmers’ Market, 1 to 5 p.m., Rte. 117 headed toward Bridgton. Awana Youth Program for Grades K-6, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Cornerstone Gospel Church, Rte. 35. Transportation provided upon need. FMI: 8032199. Bingo, early birds 6:30 p.m., regular bingo 7 p.m., Fryeburg/Lovell VFW Post #6783, Lovell. No bingo Oct. 3. FMI: 935-2895. Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m. Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot St. ODLH SATURDAYS Bridgton Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Depot Street.
AA Meeting, O/BB/D/A/L, 7 to 8 p.m., Lovell Church of Christ, 1172 Main St., Lovell. AA Beginner’s & Group Mtgs., 7 to 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail, (Rte. 302) So. Casco. SUNDAYS Adult Basketball, 6 p.m., Town Hall, No. High St., Bridgton. Alcoholics Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., Harrison Congregational Church, corner Route 117 and Dawes Hill Rd.
Indoor walking series at OHCHS SOUTH PARIS — The indoor walking group will begin their weekly walks at the Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School in South Paris on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Sponsored by Stephens Memorial Hospital and hosted by Healthy Oxford Hills, this group was very popular throughout the fall and winter of last year, and many participants struck up new friendships, lost weight, and felt improved health and happiness. Join the group each Tuesday from 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. Walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome. For additional information about this free class or to register, call 743-1562, ext. 6896.
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Brownfield rec BROWNFIELD — Upcoming events at Brownfield Rec include: K/1 Soccer Practice, Saturdays, from 9 to 10 a.m. at the BDES. Cheering Signup deadline is today, Thursday, Sept. 25. Practice will begin Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 3:30 p.m. at the Brownfield Community Center. Adult Volleyball begins Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Brownfield Community Center. Open to all adults 18 and over. No childcare is available so please plan accordingly. Free to participate in this noncompetitive league. Come have some fun! Adult Playgroup every other Tuesday (next one is Oct. 7) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the BCC. Come swap some coupons, share recipes, trade books, play a game of cards, or just visit and make new friends! There is no cost for this program, but please bring a bag lunch for yourself. Donate shoes and clothing. Looking for a place to donate your unwanted clothing and shoes? Why not drop it off in the Planet Aid collection box in front of the Community Center? You benefit (tax write off), the Rec benefits (2 cents per pound), and the needy (new clothing and shoes)…it’s a win-win for everyone!
FREE LOOK THIS SATURDAY — The Rufus Porter Museum (North High Street in Bridgton) will open its doors free of charge this Saturday, Sept. 27, as part of Smithsonian Magazine’s ninth annual Museum Day Live! A nationwide event, Museum Day Live! offers free admission to visitors presenting a Museum Day Live! ticket at a participating museum or cultural institution.
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NORWAY — Western Maine Health President and CEO Timothy A. Churchill is pleased to announce the arrival of the new PACE ambulance. PACE Director Robert Hand, says of the new truck, “This is probably one of the safest ambulances on the street. It has safety seating for the crew with sliding/pivoting chairs so that they can provide patient care while belted
into an actual crash-tested seat. Seats also face forward while the truck is in motion. The front of the ambulance is designed to be a ‘heads up console,’ so operators do not have to take their eyes off the road to operate the radio or siren. It has a camera system so that individuals can monitor activity in the patient compartment while going down the road, which switches automatically to a
rear view when backing up, or to our blind spots on the rear left and right when the blinkers are activated. Every seated position in the ambulance has an intercom/radio headset system to reduce noise and make communications easier — so we can virtually whisper to the driver while treating the patient in the back.’ “Aside from being safe, quiet, and comfortable, it is also designed to be more
eco-friendly and fuel-efficient. This ambulance is also equipped with a ‘Howler’ Siren in addition to the standard electronic siren. Newer vehicles are so sound proof that they frequently don’t hear ambulance sirens. The Howler is a lower frequency siren that you can actually feel a ways out, notifying drivers that the ambulance is approaching. This ambulance has some of the most cutting edge equipment available to EMS on board. It is like a mobile ICU and Trauma Room in one,” he added. PACE Ambulance Service currently includes six ambulances that serve the Oxford County region, that respond to over 3,600 calls annually. There are a minimum of two paramedics and two emergency medical technicians on duty every shift 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Stephens Memorial Hospital is a Leapfrog 2013 Top Rural Hospital and is a member of MaineHealth. Visit Western Maine Health on the Internet at www.wmhcc.org or follow at Facebook.com/ StephensMemorialME
De Vito returns for workshops FRYEBURG — Fryeburg Academy is pleased to announce that Joe De Vito, opera enthusiast and recently-retired member of the English Department, will be returning to deliver his always informative and entertaining “opera workshops” for this season’s Met Opera Live in HD series. De Vito, a former amateur singer, has been studying the stories and music of operas for several decades and approaches the workshops as an opportunity to share some of what he’s learned with others who enjoy music and the stage. In a change to prior years, De Vito’s workshops will be held at 3 p.m. on the Thursday prior to the Saturday performance. The venue is the beautiful Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, located at 18 Bradley Street, in Fryeburg on the campus of Fryeburg Academy. The format is very informal and the content includes a synopsis of the opera’s plot, some biographical background of the composer and the composition. The bulk of the lecture is spent listening to musical selections from the opera. No prior musical knowledge is needed to attend this series. Workshops are free and open to the public. A donation in any amount helps the Arts Center and is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions please call the LHE/PAC box office at 935-9232 or e-mail boxoffice@fryeburgacademy.org
Many paths, one center The Christ Episcopal Church 35 Paris Street, Norway will be presenting the program “Many Paths, One Center” on the Wednesdays in October from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Each week we’ll explore a different way to cultivate a quiet mind and an open heart through a variety of Christian prayer practices. The one-hour workshop will consist of an introduction, exploration of the practice, music, and quiet reflection. Please join us to learn and share. For more information call 207-743-6782 and speak to The Rev. Nancy Moore, Priest and Rector, email: christch@megalink.net web: christchurchnorway.me
ADDED TO THE FLEET — Pictured with the new PACE ambulance are (left to right) Bob Hand, director/paramedic; Sally Lane, EMT; Craig Coleman, paramedic; Eric Merrill, EMT; Al Curtis, EMT; and Adam Petrie, paramedic.
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Recaps: Laker stickers try to regain earlier form FIELD HOCKEY Falmouth 2, Lakers 0: Lake Region bounced back after losing to Fryeburg Academy, but not enough for a win. LR played at Falmouth on turf for the second time this season last Wednesday, Sept. 17, and “the girls were much more confident,” Coach Pauline Webb said.
With senior winger AbbyScott Mitchell playing but still short of 100% due to a quad strain, the Lakers played well and had opportunities to score but couldn’t finish. After a scoreless first half, Falmouth finally broke the ice with nine minutes left in the game. “We came so close to
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Christine Morin
With a young defense in front of her, senior field hockey goalie Meghan VanLoan not only has taken control in the defensive end with her aggressive style and booming kick stops, but she has also emerged as a teacher. “Meghan has been in the zone game after game this year in her goalie gear. She is confident and she is certainly playing up to my expectations,” Lake Region varsity coach Pauline Webb said. “We talked this summer about the responsibility she was going to have as goalie this year and she said she was ready. She sure has been!” Averaging close to 14 saves per game, Meghan has recorded some “incredible ones.” “She’s come out of the goal much more this year to cut down the angle of her attackers, and she’s been successful with that,” Coach Webb said. “We are just over the halfway mark of our season and Meghan already has 109 saves recorded. That’s 32 more saves than her last MEGHAN, Page C
Christine Morin has the kind of character to build a team around, according to Lake Region varsity crosscountry coach Dan Dors said. “Christine won’t win many races but through her dedication and commitment to cross-country she has won the respect of the coaches and her teammates,” said Coach Dors of the first year runner. “Christine strives for individual improvement, but also wants to see the team improve. She is always at practice. She is very focused and a very hard worker. She is an excellent team player.” Coach Dors added, “Christine is a pleasure to coach.” In recognition of her strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Christine is this week’s Boosters and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.” Each week, a Lake Region athlete is recognized for his/her dedication (does more than what is asked), work ethic, coachability and academic good standing. CHRISTINE, Page C
tying it up with just minutes left in the game,” Coach Webb said. Falmouth, however, ended up scoring a blooper goal with 30 seconds left in the contest to make it 2-0. “It was encouraging to hear the officials tell the girls the score did not reflect how well we played,” the coach said “We started our season strong, then suffered three injuries the first three weeks and can’t seem to get back to where we were. With low numbers and most players playing the whole game every other day for two weeks in a row, I have some tired bodies. I’ve had to have some girls sit out of practice when I do have a practice to rest strained muscles, so practice is mostly for defense and very low-keyed. I have to save their bodies for the demanding games we have.” Laker goalie Meghan VanLoan made 15 saves. Greely 2, Lakers 0: The Rangers avenged a road loss to the Lakers, scoring just three minutes into the game then adding a second goal 21 minutes left in the first half. “We had seven corner opportunities to score but couldn’t capitalize. The girls showed some frustrations during this game, getting so close but again couldn’t finish,” Coach Webb said. “We need a good win to boost confidence and our standing.” Goalie Meghan VanLoan had 10 saves. Freeport 3, Lakers 1: In a game featuring strange bounces, permitted high drives and near misses, the Lakers fell short against the Falcons at home Monday. Falling behind 1-0, the Lakers tied it on a hard drive from the left wing by senior Abby Scott-Mitchell. The Lakers appeared set to score late in the game, but a blistered drive rang high off the goal post. Unfortunately, the Lakers had a rough time at the defensive end as Freeport connected on a crossing pass to the far post, and a Falcon player dove ahead of Laker defender Rachel Bell to get enough of her stick on a loose ball to poke it into the cage. LR goalie Meghan VanLoan, who had a strong game bootLR RECAPS, Page C
NEARLY BLOCKED — Fryeburg Academy junior lineman Baha Demir nearly blocks a pass attempt by Mt. Ararat quarterback Kyle Benjamin during Saturday’s Homecoming game. The Raiders rallied for a 14-11 win. (Rivet Photos)
Cardiac kids, again
Raiders erase 11-0 deficit in fourth to stun Eagles
By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer FRYEBURG — For three quarters and six minutes into the fourth period, the Raiders were “terrible,” according to Coach David Turner. “We couldn’t get a rhythm going. I couldn’t get a rhythm going. Every time we started to get something going, we would have a breakdown — a missed assignment, a dropped pass. It was frustrating and the kids were a bit down, but they kept fighting,” Coach Turner said. “Fortunately, we can run a two-minute drill.” Much like they did in the season opener, Fryeburg Academy rallied for two late scores to shock Mt. Ararat 14-11 to send the FA faithful smiling on Homecoming Saturday. Junior quarterback Ryan Gullikson is becoming a magician, pulling another improbable win out of his hat. He completed three long strikes, including an 11-yard dart to end Nicholis L’Heureux-Carland to keep the drive alive, setting up a 1-yard TD run by Gullikson with 4:38 left. FA linemen Angel Escalante and Baha Demir created the opening for Gullikson. Mt. Ararat, which had moved the ball effectively all day on the ground, tried to squeeze more time off the clock by sticking with its misdirection and power rushing attack. But, the Raiders took control of the line of scrimmage, stuffing three runs including a blitz by Nick Armstrong, who spun around Eagle quarterback Kyle Benjamin, who then was drilled backward by L’Heureux-Carland and Demir for a five-yard loss. With 2:16 left, the Raiders started their gamewinning drive with great field position, at their own 47. But, two dropped passes put the Raiders on the brink of losing. After Gullikson scrambled for four yards, L’Heureux-Carland came up with the game’s biggest catch — a seven-yard gain to buy the Raiders a new set of downs. The junior end picked a great time to turn in his finest game as a Raider. Senior receiver Ben Southwick PRESSURING THE FALCONS — Lake Region junior Molly Christensen (left) moves injured an ankle Thursday the ball into the scoring circle during Tuesday’s game against Freeport. The Lakers had and was out for Saturday’s several good scoring chances, but fell to the Falcons 3-1. (Rivet Photo) game. L’Heureux-Carland
SEALING THE DEAL — Fryeburg’s Brandon Ludwig (right) tipped the ball and then intercepted the pass to preserve the Raiders’ comeback victory Saturday. emerged as a reliable target Saturday, catching nine passes for 87 yards. He also anchored the outside on the FA defense, making eight tackles. “Ben was a big part of what we thought we were going to be able to do against Mt. Ararat. That was a big setback. Nick’s play was huge. He had a drop in that last drive, but came back to make two big catches. That was the Nick we expect, and we need more of that,” Coach Turner said. “Other guys — like Eli Thompson — really stepped in.” Gullikson hooked up with L’Heureux-Carland with 1:48 left for eight yards and another first down to the MTA-31. The two connected again with 58.2 seconds, this time good for 15 yards inside the five-yard line. Two plays later, Gullikson found pay dirt with 37.3 seconds, and then lofted a perfect touch pass to the left corner of the end zone
to Brandon Ludwig for the two-point conversion. Trying to keep the Eagles from a possible big kickoff return, the Raiders kicked the ball out of bounds once and then were whistled for an offside, giving up 10 yards of real estate. A third squib kick was covered up by Alex LaFountain at the FA-44 with 36 seconds left. Despite good size at the tight end position, the Eagles run the football better than passing it. A toss over the middle to LaFountain was tipped upward by Ludwig, who then was able to reset himself and jump again to catch the ball and seal the victory. “As I told our guys, for three quarters and seven minutes of the fourth quarter, we were terrible,” Coach Turner said. “But, once we completed a few passes, the kids knew they had been here before and we felt comfortable that we RAIDERS, Page C
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Laker weekly recaps (Continued from Page C) ing the ball out of the attack circle, had the initial pointblank shot squeeze between her pads and softly roll to the right of the cage. Next: The Lakers (3-6, ranked eight in Heal Ratings released Wednesday) host Poland (5-2, ranked fourth) on Monday at 4 p.m. The Lakers then travel Wednesday to Fryeburg Academy (4-3, ranked seventh) for a 3:30 p.m. contest. FOOTBALL Yarmouth 47, Lakers 17: What started as a promising night in Yarmouth, last Friday, turned disastrous for the Lakers (0-3). The first quarter went well. The Lakers kicked off and had a quick defensive stand. The Lakers then drove the ball all the way down to within one foot of the Yarmouth goal line. An offsides penalty pushed LR back behind the five and the Lakers ended up kicking a field goal. The Lakers had another nice defensive stand and then started driving the ball down the field once again. “We threw an interception during that drive and collapsed a little bit,” Laker Coach Brian Jahna said. “We ended the first quarter up 30 before becoming discombobulated. We gave up 35 quick points. We were able to regroup after halftime, although we did fumble the opening kickoff, giving up the ball around our 20. We also gave up a kickoff return for a touchdown. We were able to score two touchdown drives. In three of the quarters, removing the second, we outscored them 17-12 (their scores coming directly or from special teams).” Coach Jahna added, “Our technique is improving
TIPPED INTO THE NET — A shot by Freeport squeezed through the pads of Lake Region goalie Meghan VanLoan and was then tipped into the cage as LR defender Rachel Bell (right) was unable to make a stop during second half action Tuesday in Naples. Freeport prevailed 3-1. (Rivet Photos) every week and the kids’ spirits are high. We were able to regroup and make adjustments during halftime, which speaks to an improvement in our maturity. We need to continue working on how we respond to adversity. Once we start believing that we should win, we will start finding success.” Next: The Lakers look to snap the losing skid when they host winless Gray-New Gloucester Friday night at 7 p.m. in the school’s Homecoming game. GIRLS’ SOCCER The Lakers have hit a skid, as of late, dropping three straight to fall to 2-4 and 11th in Heal Ratings released Wednesday. “We have been struggling with injuries. The team is slowly getting healthy, but
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PLAYER OF THE WEEK Isabelle Edwards does some of her best work on the volleyball court at the net. “Isabelle has done a stupendous job at the net, with both offense and defense!” Lake Region Coach Ryan Shible said. “In our last match against Portland High School, Isabelle contributed greatly to our win, with five kills and two blocks. Isabelle also did a great job on serve receive, with seven digs, which demonstrates that she can play all around the net with confidence and results!” In recognition of her strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Isabelle is this week’s Boosters and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.” Each week, a Lake Region athlete is recognized for his/her dedication (does more than what is asked), work ethic, coachability and academic good standing. Recipients receive a specially-designed t-shirt, sponsored by Hancock Lumber. The Edwards File Name: Isabelle Edwards Year in School: Senior Town: Casco Parents: Deasy Edwards, Tori Lorrain Sports you play: Volleyball, lacrosse School organizations: Varsity Club Q. Best piece of advice you have received? Sports and other team activities are like real life, you have to be willing to trust the people around you. “A team can make things happen, one person can only go so far,” — Doug Banks. Q. Who is your biggest fan? My aunt Lisa. She tries to make it to as many home games as she can and she’s always so excited to be there. Q. I know I have had a good sports day when…I can’t walk up the stairs the next day.
Isabelle Edwards Q. What is your favorite sport? Volleyball. It’s a passion of mine that has driven me to try my hardest in school and to always stay active. It’s been nothing but a positive influence in my life. Q. If I could change one thing about myself as an athlete, I would change…How frustrated I get when I have a bad game. I just need to learn how to shake it off. Q. What qualities make for a good teammate and whom do you consider a good teammate? Someone who brings a positive attitude to the court at all times. All of my teammates are amazing, but I am more than grateful to have Nicole Fox on my team. Volleyball has brought us so close and I’m so lucky to have such a happy, skilled, all around awesome teammate/best friend. Q. What do you believe you bring to your team? I think I bring motivation and I hope to be a good role model for some of the newer teammates. Q. What characteristics do you feel make for a good coach? Someone who pushes you harder than you would ever push yourself.
we are still missing a couple of key starters,” LR Coach Harvey Toews said. “The team is progressing in developing better communication, off the ball movement, and ability to possess the ball, but play has been inconsistent. We continue to work on bringing the proper focus and energy to a full 80-minute game.” The Lakers travel to Freeport on Tuesday for a 3:30 game and then go to Poland on Saturday, Oct. 4 for a 2 p.m. contest. BOYS’ SOCCER Waynflete 4, Lakers 0: The Lake Region boys continue to improve, but just can’t catch a break as injuries continue to hamper any progress The Lakers played dead even with Waynflete, keeping the game scoreless through most of the first half as the LR defensive line of juniors Taylor Davis, Matthew Buchanan and sophomore Zeke Tocci proved to be tough competition for the Flyers’ attack. At the other end of the field, the Lakers offense put some good shots on goal but were unable to find the back of the net. Waynflete was finally able to get on the board, 1-0.
LR senior captain and goalie Michael Rust was on his game making great saves on two Waynflete penalty kicks within a five-minute span. Shortly before halftime, Rust left the goal box to win a 50/50 ball as Waynflete attacked and took a knee to the face. Rust suffered a broken and lacerated nose, sending him to the hospital. Junior varsity goalie, Matthew Stenger (a junior) entered the game, seeing his first varsity playing time of the year. “Matt played incredibly well for being thrown into the situation against a very good offensive team,” LR Coach Michael Chaine said. With the help of his defense, Stenger was able to keep the Lakers close, only giving up one more goal in the half, making the score 2-0. In the second half, the Lakers suffered a second devastating injury. Senior ON THE DEFENSE — Lake Region defender Hailey captain Nick Ball took a Parsons tries to clear the ball from the attack circle durhard Waynflete shot to the ing Tuesday’s game against Freeport. face as he deflected a shot on goal. Ball was unable to and played incredibly well, are now able to stay positive rejoin his team due to swell- only giving up two goals in even in the face of a tough the second half. loss and take away how well ing to his left eye. “As a coach, these boys they played,” Coach Chaine With the team now in the hands of tri-captain junior have grown so much in the said. “We are still looking Alex Langadas, the Lakers past week and continue to for our first win of the searefused to drop their heads strengthen as a team. They LR RECAPS, Page C
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Gullikson rescues Raiders with late scores (Continued from Page C) could get back into it. We kept fighting and gave ourselves a chance to win.” Both teams struggled to reach the end zone in the first half as the scoreboard read “Home 0, Guest 0” at intermission. The Eagles rushing attack — featuring three backs — used up six minutes in the first quarter, driving to the FA-19. But, the drive stalled when senior Angel Escalante — who was a force all day with 13 tackles — delivered a big stick on third down, and linebacker Kyle Bennett (13 tackles) and lineman Isaac Wakefield dropped Eagle Jacob Schoenberg for a five-yard loss on fourth down. “Angel kept us in the game early on. He didn’t come off the field unless it was special teams. I have to give a lot of credit to our offensive and defensive lines — they are all new and without a lot of experience. Yet, they battled it out.
They did a great job,” Coach Turner said. “Kyle has great instinct and a different gear, different mentally, which is what you want. He’s just a tough, tough kid.” Escalante made another big stop, sniffing out a MTA reverse and unloading on Robert Heatherman for a yard gain on a 4th-and-3 try. The Raiders started to move the ball as Gullikson found L’Heureux-Carland for 12 yards, which turned into a 27-yard gain as the Eagles were slapped with a roughing penalty. But, the drive ended with three straight incompletions. After a Fryeburg interception with 1:55 left until halftime, Mt. Ararat completed three passes to the FA-11, but a holding penalty, three consecutive incompletions and a sack by L’Heureux-Carland with 5.9 seconds left ended the first 24 minutes without any points.
The Eagles finally finished a drive, opening the third quarter with a fiveplay, 74-yard drive keyed by a 15-yard facemask penalty against the Raiders and an 18-yard run by Donte Dangerfield. MTA scored with 10:06 left on an 11yard run by Garrett Bolduc, who also added the twopoint conversion. Offensively, the Raiders went 3-and-out and then fumbled their next possession. The Eagles had chances to put serious distance between themselves and the Raiders, but were stymied by big defensive stops. Bennett sacked Eagle quarterback Benjamin for a 14yard loss to end one drive, while the FA defense jarred the ball loose, resulting in a nine-yard loss and forcing Mt. Ararat to settle for a 27-yard field goal by Jacob Stienman in the final 20 seconds of the third quarter, giving the winless Eagles an 11-0 lead.
MAKING HIS PRESENCE FELT — Raider junior Nicholis L’Heureux-Carland (right) was a big factor on both sides of the ball Saturday, making big stops on defense including a sack here of Mt. Ararat quarterback Kyle Benjamin, as well hauling in big catches to spark Fryeburg’s fourth quarter rally. (Rivet Photos) “We wanted to make them drive the field and not give them huge plays, and then hopefully we’d make a stop or they would turn it over. We did what we needed to do, but just couldn’t get anything going offensively until late in the game,” Coach Turner said. “Giving up just a field goal was huge. If they scored a touchdown, it could have been 14 or 15, and we might be out of the game.” The Eagles ran four minutes off the clock after Jason Black recovered a Raider fumble at the MTA-26 on a pitch play, thwarting a FA threat to climb back into the contest. Down 11-0 with 6:10 left on the clock, the Raiders were still in the game, but desperately needed a jump- TOUGH YARD TO GAIN — QB Ryan Gullikson tried to start. get into the end zone but was stacked up by Mt. Ararat’s Ryan Gullikson once Jacob Schoenberg (left) and Ryan Mello. again was the igniter. He was 4-of-5 passing for 50 yards and ran the ball four times for 16 yards to lead FA to their first score with 4:38 left. Gullikson still had plenty SLIPS A TACKLER — FA running back Kyle Bennett managed to shake Mt. Ararat’s Alex LaFountain to gain a few extra yards Saturday. Bennett had a big game defen- of magic left, which spelled First Downs: FA 13, D-E-F-E-A-T for the Eagles, sively, recording 13 tackles. MTA 15 who dropped to 0-3. Penalties: FA 9-55, MTA Next: The Raiders (21) travel to Bath Saturday 6-50 Turnovers: FA 4, MTA 1 to take on the Morse Rushing: FA 25-100, MTA 44-190 Shipbuilders (1-2) at 1:30 Individual Rushing: FA, Kyle Bennett 6-9, Ryan p.m. Morse opened the season with a 27-20 home Gullikson 19-91; MTA, Jacob Schoenberg 15-62, Donte win over Oceanside, and Dangerfield 18-60, Robert Heatherman 6-37, Kyle then dropped road defeats Benjamin 4-minus 32, Garrett Bolduc 11-63 Passing: FA 17-30-156; MTA 3-11-23 to Falmouth (55-14) and Receiving: FA, Brandon Ludwig 4-60, Nicholis Gardiner (8-0). “It’s going to be a bat- L’Heureux-Carland 9-87, Donovan Brown 3-7, Nick tle, on their Homecoming,” Armstrong 1-2 Tackles (solo, assist, total): FA, Angel Escalante 9-4Coach Turner said. “It’s the same mentality as this game 13, Donovan Brown 4-3-7, Ryan Gullikson 4-0-4, Tyler — we need to execute, not Hall 0-1-1, Brandon Ludwig 4-1-5, Nick Armstrong 1THE CHALMERS TEAM give up big plays and keep 4-5, Matt Boucher 1-3-4, Eli Thompson 0-2-2, Nicholis them off the field. We can’t L’Heureux-Carland 3-5-8, Kevin Ventura 0-1-1, Kyle lose the turnover battle Bennett 9-4-13, Isaac Wakefield 1-2-3, Baha Demir 6-410, Cody Gullikson 1-0-1 again and expect to win.”
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Laker weekly sports recaps (Continued from Page C) son, but we are coming into our own.” Gray-NG 6, Lakers 1: The Lakers were plagued by sickness and injury last Thursday against Gray-New Gloucester causing the cancellation of the JV game due to lack of players. The varsity squad played most of the game with a single sub. “Gray came out at us and never let up,” Coach Chaine said. Senior Cole Eugley was able to get the Lakers on the scoreboard in the second half, which helped pick up the team’s morale, but Gray-NG’s upbeat tempo prevailed. Kennebunk 6, Lakers 2: Last Tuesday, the Lakers hosted their first home game against Kennebunk. After last year’s destruction by the Rams (17-0), the Lakers had a lot to prove and they came out with the intensity to do so. Kennebunk got on the board first with an outstanding shot to the top corner of the goal. The Lakers reacted by stepping up their play and on a corner kick by freshman Tristen Chaine, freshman Paul Walker was able to find the back of Kennebunk’s goal, tying the game, 1-1. The Lakers’ defense, led by sophomore Zeke Tocci, played incredibly strong against the Kennebunk attack, giving up only one more goal leaving the Lakers down 2-1. Just before halftime, junior Alex Langadas managed to break past the Kennebunk defense and was able to tie the game, 2-2. The second half was a great matchup. For the first 15 minutes, the Lakers were able to hold their own, keeping the game tied 2-2 before giving up another outstandingly-placed shot on goal that senior Michael Rust had no chance of stopping. “Michael continues to
keep us in games, making 10-plus saves per contest,” Coach Chaine said. Kennebunk used that goal to gain momentum and with a large squad of subs, the Rams were able to keep fresh legs on the field to continuously press the ball forward. The Lakers’ defense was unable to keep pace with Kennebunk’s speed and ultimately gave up three more goals nearing the end of the game. “As a coach, I couldn’t have asked for any more from my team. They played the best soccer they have shown this year and at the same time, they showed themselves, their audience and the other teams in our conference that we can be competitive,” Coach Chaine said. Next: The Lakers host Cape Elizabeth this Friday at 4 p.m. as part of Homecoming. They then host Freeport on Tuesday at 6 p.m. under the lights. VARSITY GOLF Following a 0-2 start, the Lakers found their touch, winning five straight matches with wins over Poland, Sacopee (3) and Old Orchard. “I am very pleased in the improvement in the level of play for all,” said Coach Kilborn of his squad, which has 14 members. “Improvements from Day 1 are very evident. Their confidence level and own expectations are very assuring. Pace of play also has improved dramatically.” Tyler Walker continues to excel, winning all but one of his matches. His scoring average for 14 rounds is 40.9. Following him is Ryan Hodgdon: 50.4 for nine rounds. In third place is Evan Sanborn at 52.5 for 14 rounds; Evan Kellough at 54.3 for 16 rounds; Nick Scarlett at 54.8 for 18 rounds; and Sully Tidd, who was just elected as a captain, at 58.3 for 11 rounds
Player of Week: Meghan VanLoan
QUICKER TO THE BALL THAN HER OPPONENT — Lake Region’s Lauren Jakobs moves the ball up the field during varsity soccer action. The Lakers look to end a three-game losing skid this week with a Homecoming game yesterday and a road trip to Freeport Tuesday. (Rivet Photo) 36). Sully Tidd lost his round finish out the top six. Here are results from 69-63. LR 201, Sacopee 285. recent play: CROSS-COUNTRY Lakers 6, Old Orchard With four talented teams 1 — Tyler Walker shot a match best 44 at the Par making up the field at Twin 36 Dunegrass course to beat Brooks in Cumberland Nate Dooty of OOB by five last Friday, Lake Region’s Audrey Blais placed 11th strokes. Other LR winners were out of 64 runners with a Evan Kellough at 57 (up 7), 21:24 over the 3.1-mile Sully Tidd at 55 (up 7), Nick course. The winning time Scarlett at 544 (up 44) and was 19:28. Addie Blais checked in at Ryan Hodgdon at 57 (up 14). Evan Sanborn shot a 59 to 27th at 23:17 while Christine fall by eight strokes to Matt Morin posted a time of 33:01. Warden. On the boys’ side, Nick LR 210, Old Orchard Scarlett ran a 21:23 to place 226. Lakers 6, Sacopee 37th out of 62 runners. Valley 0 — Tyler Walker Winning time was 16:50. was just three shots over Kyle Mammama recorded a par at Bridgton Highlands to 25:24. Neither LR squad figured capture the top-seeded match in the team scoring due to by 16 strokes. LR scorers included: their inability to field four Evan Sanborn 52 (up 22), scorers. Next: The Lakers travel Evan Kellough 57 (up 17), Nick Scarlett 58 (up 15), to Gray on Friday to meet Sully Tidd 64 (up 4) and the Patriots, Kennebunk and Merriconeag at 4:30 (boys) Bobby Caron 61 (up 2). and 5 p.m. (girls). LR 206, Sacopee 259. HOMECOMING Lakers 6, Sacopee 1— The Lake Region Tyler Walker fired a match low 41, five over par at Homecoming Parade will proceed along Bridgton’s Province Lake. Street tonight, Other Laker scorers were: Main Ryan Hodgdon 52, Evan Thursday, Sept. 25 beginSanborn 55 (up 14), Evan ning at 6:30 p.m. Class floats Kellough 53 (up 4) and Reed and motorcade will meet at Bridge-Koenigsberg 63 (up Hihgland Lake.
(Continued from Page C) two years combined.” Coach Webb pointed out that the Laker program lost some great defenders to graduation last year and with the lowest number of players in the history of LRFH turning out for the team this fall, she had to make some formation changes and has had to use inexperienced freshmen to fill some of those defensive positions. Despite being under great pressure, Meghan VanLoan has stood tall in crunch time and has tried to help her rookie teammates — be it directing them to be in the right spots or offering words of encouragement — which is a main reason the Lakers notched victories over Greely and Poland. While fans may see an intense and competitive athlete patrolling the goal area, there is an outstanding young lady behind the mask and pads. “Meghan is not only a great goalie, but a great person and quite the entertainer. She has great stories and tells them well,” Coach Webb said. “I know she thinks I’m on her too much, but it’s because I care and I’m trying to make her a well-rounded and responsible young lady…Love you Meg!” In recognition of her strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Meghan is this week’s Boosters and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.” Each week, a Lake Region athlete is recognized for his/her dedication (does more than what is asked), work ethic, coachability and academic good standing. Recipients receive a specially-designed tshirt, sponsored by Hancock Lumber. The VanLoan File Name: Meghan VanLoan Year in School: Senior Town: Casco Parents: Nicki and Richard VanLoan Sports you play: Field hockey, basketball, tennis, lacrosse School organizations: National Honor Society, Class of 2015 secretary, Varsity Club Q. Best piece of advice you have received? “To always give 110% of everything I do,” — Coach Webb. Q. Who is your biggest fan? My mom. She’s there to support me at every game, and she’s always the loudest one on the sideline. Q. I know I have had a good sports day when… People from the other teams compliment me. It feels good when people besides my team notices. Q. What is your favorite sport? Tennis, because it’s a sport I can play the rest of my life and it’s really fun. Q. If I could change one thing about myself as an athlete, I would change…I wish I was like three inches taller for basketball. Q. What qualities make for a good teammate and whom do you consider a good teammate? Always encouraging and always positive even when we’re down. Abby Scott-Mitchell — she pushes us to do our best. Q. What do you believe you bring to your team? I think I bring positivity, laughter and a lot of saves. I work as hard as I can in games. Q. What characteristics do you feel make for a good coach? Always being positive, pushing us to do our best and give everything we have to be encouraging and supportive.
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September 25, 2014, The Bridgton News, Page C
This week’s puzzle
Theme: Scary Movies ACROSS
1. Sir Toby of “Twelfth Night” 6. Mosquito enemy 9. Wide river valley 13. Part of soft palate 14. Grassland 15. Hamelin’s child abductor 16. Awful smell 17. Banned insecticide 18. City in Belgium 19. *”One, two, ______’_ coming for you...” 21. *”The People Under the __ ____,” 1991 23. Seek damages 24. It’s more commonly called a pika 25. Onomatopoeia for collision 28. Young salmon 30. Maneuver for attaining particular goal 35. Show horse type 37. Fireplace smudge 39. Famous march composer 40. Yugoslavian leader during World War II 41. Chef’s headgear 43. It will 44. To impede 46. Lowest brass 47. Not made up 48. “___ ___ Margery Daw” 50. *Like a lot of horror movie scenes 52. First responders 53. Metal enemy 55. Face twitch, e.g. 57. *1976 prom night thriller 60. *Movie about a cursed
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1. In the ____, like a skinnydipper 2. *”What ____ Happened to Baby Jane?” 3. Stringed instrument with pear-shaped body 4. Oafs 5. Desperate or badly-off 6. Another name for an Oldsmobile 7. Nourished 8. String bean’s opposite 9. IV+IV 10. Imitator 11. 1983 ZZ Top hit 12. “... ___ he drove out of sight” 15. Mexican beaches 20. Brewer’s staple 22. Big bang maker 24. Lawn pastime 25. *Norman _____ 26. Get off the chair 27. Opposite of glossy 29. Place of origin
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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CONTRACTORS Quality Custom Carpentry From start to finish and from old to new Jeff Juneau Naples 207-655-5903
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HAIRDRESSERS The Hairitage One Beavercreek Farm Rd. (top of Packard’s Hill – Rte 302) Vicki Crosby Owner/Stylist Tami Prescott, Nail Specialist 647-8355
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HOME INSPECTION ACW Inspection Services Certified Home Inspector 20 years in Real Estate Fryeburg 207-256-2574
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
57. *Rabid St. Bernard 58. Aphrodite’s lover 59. “Lifestyles of the ____ and Famous” 60. Measuring roll 61. Doing nothing 62. Post-it ____ 63. Buzzing pest MOVING Bridgton Moving Residential & light commercial bridgtonmoving@verizon.net Glynn Ross 240 N. High St. – 647-8255 671-2556 (cell)
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64. Large edible mushroom 66. *Movie with same name as certain tool
Solutions Page 7C 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
SNOWPLOWING
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TOWING
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KENNELS Bridgton Veterinary Kennels Boarding Route 117, Bridgton, Me. Tel. 647-8804
LAWN CARE North Country Property Services Lawn Care Property Management www.ncpsllc.com 207-713-0675
LOGGING Morgan Construction & Logging Logging/trucking/lot clearing/exc. D.E.P. & C.L.P. Certified Bridgton 595-4971
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ROOFING BLH Roofing & Painting Metal, Rubber, Asphalt New roofs & repairs For all your construction needs Bryan 207-232-5138
RUBBISH SERVICE
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WELDING
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Regional sports
Raiders open course in style FRYEBURG — The gathering point for the teams Fryeburg Academy boys’ and with the finish line at the girls’ cross-country running barn. Cross-country teams teams returned to their roots run in any kind of weather but Saturday. the barn provides great shelter The teams ran on their new prior to and after the race. home course located in the “The visiting teams realintervale behind the Academy ly appreciated this,” Coach Alumni building. This area Reilly said. was once the site for earAnother highlight was the lier teams including running Fryeburg Academy crosslegend, Rayfield Paine. After country team, mothers and numerous different courses fathers, providing a feast after over the years, the team has the meet to all the teams at the found a home course, which barn on the picnic tables. The is truly spectacular. visiting schools left for home The course is laid out over with stomachs full and a very NEW HOME FOR RAIDERS — Fryeburg Academy’s Homecoming meet Saturday took place on the Raiders’ fields with gorgeous mountain favorable impression of how vistas. The trails are grassy, their hosts had treated them in new course. wide dirt trails, which are Fryeburg at the Academy. extremely safe for runners of The races provided plenty all ages. Parents could watch of excitement for the fans their children running the race with FA’s Patrick Carty duelfrom many locations, giving ing with Matt Malcom of them a spectator’s view of the North Yarmouth Academy meet, which is unavailable at only to be edged at the tape many school courses. by one second. However, the (Continued from Page C) “Coaches from Traip, North FA boys’ team with great pack Recipients receive a specially-designed t-shirt, sponsored Yarmouth Academy, Gray- running blew by the other by Hancock Lumber. New Gloucester and Wells four teams to win the meet at The Morin File had nothing but praise for the their new course. Name: Christine Morin course and welcomed the idea TJ Rose, who was out with Year in School: Sophomore of hosting the Western Maine a concussion for three weeks Town: Bridgton Championships at Fryeburg and no training, really put Parent: Cherish Gerardo Academy next year,” Raider a show on, finishing fourth Sports you play: Cross-country (running) Coach Bill Reilly reported. overall. Freshman sensation School honors: Honor roll Another huge plus was the Ryan Hewes finished fifth DUEL TO THE FINISH LINE — Raider Patrick Carty Q. Best piece of advice you have received? I think use of the newly-built barn, right behind TJ. Liuke Yang battled NYA’s Matt Malcolm from start to finish, but Malcolm prevailed. that I really agree with a quote from Gandhi, “Whatever which served as the focal COURSE, Page C we do in life is insignificant, but it’s important we do it anyway.” It’s not something that was really said to me, but I think that it stands as a good thing to remember because even if you don’t do something amazing and memorable it’s important we do those things because no The Lake Region Middle School “The boys’ team looks strong and leading the way, followed by Cam one else will. Cross-Country team traveled to we will build on that as the season pro- Meserve, a mere 7 seconds behind. Q. I know I have had a good sports day when… Fryeburg to race against eight other gresses,” Coach Kevin McDonald said. “These two young Lakers are showI feel as though I have worked hard but I have more to teams last Thursday, Sept. 18. This was “The girls need a couple more team- ing the way. They both work extremely show for it than just aches. a “big” meet to open the season and a mates as you must have five runners to hard in practice and are seeing the results Q. What is your favorite sport? I think it’s kind of lot of fun was had by all. score in cross-country.” of that work,” the coach reported. obvious…cross-country. I’m not coordinated or really On the boys’ side, the Lakers finOn Monday, Sept. 22, the Lakers Rounding out the boys’ team were good at much else, but I can really work at it and use it ished fifth overall, led by Devyn Hatch traveled to Sacopee Valley. Again, the Andrew Gianattasio, Ethan Colson, to try to escape. in ninth and followed by Cam Meserve Lakers lacked enough girls to figure in Lucien Wallace and Alex Creaser. Q. If I could change one thing about myself as an 14th, Tim Holbrook 26th, after a fall, the team scoring, but Kennedy Brake “Almost every Laker improved athlete, I would change… I would want to be able to Andrew Gianattasio 28th and Ben ran well, as did Rachel Jensen. their time on a longer course. As a have more ability to really keep going. I think if I really Johnston in 38th. Also racing for the “These girls are working hard in coach, I could not ask for more,” Coach got going steady it would make running easier. Lakers were Ethan Colson and Alex practice and improving at each meet,” McDonald added. “An overall win on Q. What qualities make for a good teammate? I Creaser. Coach McDonald said. “Kennedy ran the boys’ side is not out of the question think a good teammate is encouraging and challenging, On the girls’ side, Kennedy Brake fin- 30 seconds faster on a longer course and this year and that would be a very nice but understands you’re not perfect. I think all my teamished in 35th place followed by Rachel Rachel ran 24 seconds faster. We are feather in the team’s hat.” mates are great. Jensen in 42nd place. The Lakers were headed in the right direction.” The Lakers travel to Jordan Small Q. What do you believe you bring to your team? I unable to field a “scoring” girls’ team The LRMS boys finished second in School in Raymond for a meet on think right now I’m still pretty new so I won’t be windue to injury and administrative issues. the five-school meet with Devyn Hatch Monday, Sept. 29. ning anything, but I’m always around to try to provide encouragement. Q. What characteristics do you feel make for a good coach? Typically, the same things as in a teammate, but they’ll push you because sometimes it’s hard to push yourself. orked hard but I have more to show for it than just aches.
Player of Week: Christine Morin
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Hikers explore Carter Ledge here. Josselyn investigated Indian and early European settler folk medicine and recorded cures for everything from toothaches to gallstones. Although Henry Thoreau thought highly of Josselyn’s work and cited it in his A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers (1849) it is gratifying that today we don’t view the White Mountains as the foreboding and sinister country that Josselyn did in the 1600s. If we did, we probably wouldn’t be enjoying hikes to wonderful vistas and overlooks such as Carter Ledge and other peaks. Carter Ledge (2,420 feet) is a prominent ledgy spur on the eastern side of Mount Chocorua (3,500 feet) in the Sandwich Range. Chocorua and the Three Sisters loom over Carter’s large southwest-facing open ledge, and
Crooked River walk Join Loon Echo Land Trust’s Stewardship Manager Jon Evans for an informational walk at the soon-to-be-conserved Intervale Forest in Harrison this Saturday, Sept. 27 at 9 a.m. Loon Echo is collaborating with Western Foothills Land Trust of Norway, Maine on a regional project to conserve the Crooked River. Together, the land trusts have five properties under contract in both Harrison and Otisfield, with the Intervale parcel being the focus of this walk. The project parcels border the Crooked River, a very crucial resource for the region providing 40 percent of the surface water to Sebago Lake, the drinking water supply for greater Portland. Intervale is a 300-acre parcel that has been carefully managed for many years and will continue to offer sustainable forestry and traditional recreation opportunities for generations. The entrance to the Intervale parcel is located on Scribners Mills Road in Harrison, a half-mile west of the Crooked River if coming from Otisfield, or 7/10th of a mile east of Maple Ridge Road from the west. Guests should wear sturdy shoes and bring water and snacks if desired for this easy walk along woods roads for approximately 90 minutes. In the event of heavy rain, the event will be canceled. Loon Echo Land Trust protects land in seven towns in the northern Sebago Lake region of Maine. Its mission is to conserve the region’s natural resources and character for current and future generations. Loon Echo protects over 5,900 acres of land and manages 25 miles of trails that are open to the public for walking, hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hunting, fishing as well as snowmobiling and ATVing on certain designated trails. For more information about this event, contact Jon Evans at jon@lelt.org or 632-8510. For more information about other Loon Echo events, please visit www.loonecholandtrust. org or call the office located in Bridgton at 647-4352.
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from Carter Ledge there are also outstanding views in all points of the compass, including Mount Washington and the Presidentials to the north, Pleasant Mountain to the east, and Chocorua Lakes and peaks to the south. The name “Carter” is found on a number of features in the White Mountains, including Carter Dome, Carter Notch, the ten-mile-long Carter-Moriah Range, two Carter Lakes, Carter Boulders, and Carter Ledge. According to Robert and Mary Hixon in their Place Names of the White Mountains (1980), these names are all credited to Dr. Ezra Carter, a physician from Concord, N.H. Carter, who practiced in Concord from 1740 until his death in 1767, spent much of his time searching the White Mountains for medicinal herbs and roots. Dr. Carter would have been pleased to know that Carter Ledge is home to one of only about three colonies of Jack pine (Pinus banksiana) in the White Mountains. The Carter Ledge trail wends through this unique stand of Jack pine on the open ledges of Carter Ledge. The Denmark Mountain Hikers climbed Carter Ledge in mid-September 2014, and found the trails well-marked although the grades were moderate and with some steep sections at the top of the ledges. Views were spectacular, particularly those of Mount Chocorua. We were tempted to go the additional 0.9 miles to the summit of Middle Sister but decided to save that for another day. We did the Middle Sister via the Champney Falls Trail on one of our previous group hikes to Mount Chocorua — it is a fine summit also. While on the trail with the Denmark Mountain Hikers, John Patrick commented that Carter Ledge offers some popular rock climbing routes. The 5.6-rated Look Ma, No Belayer route is four pitches, and there are other steeper slabs on the northern end of the ledge. The rock climbing is reached from the Carter Ledge Trail just uphill from the junction with the Nickerson Ledge Trail. There is an unmarked trail off the trail to the left with the first overlook of Mount Chocorua, just below where the steep part of the Carter Ledge Trail begins. Hike facts Carter Ledge in Carroll County, Albany, N.H. Difficulty – Moderate Trail distance – 2.8 miles to the ledge via Carter Ledge Trail Hiking time – 2 hours 20 minutes to the ledge via Carter Ledge Trail Elevation – 2,420 feet Vertical gain – 1,700 feet Coordinates – 43° 57’ 50’’ N 71° 15’ 25’’ W Topographic Map – USGS Silver Lake 7.5-minute quad Directions to the trailheads: Take Route 16 south from Conway Village. The north trailhead is at the White Ledge Forest Service Campground, on the right about 5 miles from Conway. Drive into the campground and take the left fork in the camp road. Parking is at
Denmark Mountain Hiker Quint Wilson enjoying the view of Mount Chocorua from Carter Ledge. (Photo by Allen Crabtree) the campground picnic area and there is room for four to six cars. Do not park in any of the campsite parking spots, nor at the trailhead. The trailhead for the Carter Ledge Trail is on the left. The campground is only open in the summer, and if the drive is gated there is room to park four or five cars on the edge of the camp road in front of the gate just off Route 16. Do not block the gate, please. The south trailhead starts at the Piper Trail parking lot behind Davies Campground and General Store, about a mile south of the White Ledge Campground. There is ample room for parking in this large lot. The trailhead for the Piper Trail is wellmarked — follow this trail to connect to the Nickerson Ledge Trail and then to the Carter Ledge Trail, and from there, to the top of Carter Ledge. Trail information: The trail to the summit of Carter Ledge from the northern trailhead initially climbs through mixed hardwoods and conifers moderately (1,000 feet of elevation gain) up the Carter Ledge ridge, passing the junction with the Middle Sister Trail coming in from the right (east) at 1.0 mile, and then the Nickerson Ledge Trail coming in from the left (west) at 2.0 miles. The final 0.8 miles from there to the top of Carter Ledge are steep and gravelly with poor footing until the trail tops out at the summit ledges. The trail on the ledge passes through one of only a few colonies of Jack pine (Pinus banksiana) in the White Mountains. From the ledges there are fine outlooks in all directions. If the White Ledge Forest Campground is closed, add an additional 0.1 – 0.2 miles from Route 16 to the Carter Ledge trailhead. The trail to Carter Ledge from the southern trailhead follows the Piper Trail for 1.2 miles to the junction with the Nickerson Ledge Trail, coming in from the right (east). Follow this trail for another 0.8 miles to the junction with the Carter Ledge Trail. Turn left (west) on the
Denmark Mountain Hiker Nancy Sosman scaling a steep section on Carter Ledge. (Photo by Allen Crabtree) Carter Ledge Trail and follow it to the tops of the ledge in an additional 0.8 miles. For information on the trails to Carter Ledge consult the AMC White Mountain Guide. What to bring; Clothes suitable to the season (hat, gloves, jacket), rain gear, touring poles, sunglasses, water and snacks, personal first aid kit, pocket knife,
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Page C, The Bridgton News, September 25, 2014
AN AERIAL VIEW of Fryeburg Academy’s new cross-country course.
FA defends home course (Continued from Page C) and Jonathan Burk really turned up the heat and finished eighth and ninth respectively. Insurance runner, Christian Bedell, held on to 18th while Connor Moody and Reed Wales hit personal records for 26th and 33rd overall. The most significant part of the team’s performance was their time differential between the first and fifth runner, which was a mere 1:19. Next week, the boys’ team travels to the Manchester Invitational in New Hampshire, where they will compete with over 50 teams from the New England area. Here’s how they finished: 1. Matt Malcolm, NYA, 16:56 2. Patrick Carty, FA, 16:57 4. TJ Rose, FA, 17:58 5. Ryan Hewes, FA, 18:02 8. Liuke Yang, FA, 18:10 9. Jonathan Burk, FA, 18:10 18. Christian Bedell, FA, 19:04 26. Connor Moody, FA, 20:57 33. Reed Wales, FA, 22:39
Team standings: Fryeburg Academy 28, Gray-New Gloucester 54, Wells 60, North Yarmouth Academy 83, Traip Academy no score. Improving times for FA girls Personal records abounded on the girls’ side with FA’s Anna Lastra finishing second overall. Freshmen Emily Carty and Irina Norkin, both cracked 22:00, which is a huge accomplishment. Ariel Fogden has returned to top form finishing sixth overall. Costanza Santarelli, battling a cold, stepped up to the plate and finished 13th overall. Newcomers Emily McDermith, Erin Friberg and Molly Eklund all cracked the 25:00 mark, which means they are getting cross-country fit. The girls also used a strong pack running performance to overwhelm the four other teams for a meet win. Next week the girls also travel to the big meet at the Manchester Invitational.
Here’s how the FA girls finished: 1. Hannah Austin, NYA, 19:46 2. Anna Lastra, FA, 20:35 3. Emily Carty, FA, 21:31 5. Irina Norkin, FA, 21:45 6. Ariel Fogden, FA, 22:32 13. Costanza Santarelli, FA, 23:41 19. Emily McDermith, FA, 25:14 22. Erin Friberg, FA, 25:32 23. Molly Eklund, FA, 25:33 Team standings: Fryeburg Academy 28, North Yarmouth Academy 45, Wells 65, GrayNew Gloucester 89, Traip Academy no score. Coach’s Corner: X-C Coach Bill Reilly — “As a coach, I wish to give my profound thanks to all the people at Fryeburg Academy including Head of School Erin Mayo, CFO Jeremy Angell, Athletic Director Sue Thurston and parents of crosscountry team members for making this first home course meet an outstanding success and a memorable experience for our student athletes.”
HALL OF EXCELLENCE inductees at Fryeburg Academy were photographed outside of the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center following Saturday’s ceremony. Pictured left to right are Asa O. Pike IV ’57; Blanche Sanborn, representing her late son, Greg Sanborn ’84; Geraldine Turner, representing her late husband, Dan Turner; Brett Russell ’56; and Jim Osgood ’56. Missing from the photo was Sally Whitaker, representing Raymond “Lanky” Jordan ’09.
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Opinion & Comment
September 25, 2014, The Bridgton News, Page D
Dark Side of the Sun by Mike Corrigan BN Columnist
Who’s running? Hillary won’t say Despite their insistence that campaigns are already too long, the media continues to press Hillary Clinton on whether she will run for president, more than two years from now. “How should I know?” Mrs. Clinton said last week. “At my age, I may not even be alive in 2016. The way things are going, no one else may be either.” The press considers this “playing it coy.” LePage will not run for President in 2016 NEW YORK — Even though he is, like everyone else, “not a candidate,” Maine Gov. Paul LePage leads the latest (7:43 p.m. last night) GOP presidential preference poll. The Republican field is regarded as “wide open,” since, observers insist, “any Republican not actually under active indictment could win this thing.” Pollster Louis “The Numbers” Giollotti told reporters last week that despite LePage’s tendency to shoot himself in the foot every time he opens his mouth, and sometimes even just after he closes it, LePage’s popularity with voters is “holding steady,” perhaps due to the fact, Giollotti said, that “LePage has not actually been brought up on charges for anything.” Maine’s governor, though, laughed when asked if he was a candidate. “I wouldn’t go within a thousand miles of that #$@%$ &#*%&$ dump,” LePage said, with characteristic good humor. Nevertheless, LePage was preferred by 2% of registered voters in the Aug. 16 presidential preference poll, edging New Jersey Governor and professional racketeer Chris Christie (1.8%), Texas Governor and amateur racketeer Rick Perry (1.7%), Rick Santorum (1.5%), “either Ron Paul or Paul Ryan, I get the two mixed up” (1.4%), Harold Stassen (1.3%), and Wisconsin Governor and friend of labor Scott Walker (1.0%). Undecided: 24.6%. Ronald Reagan, 64.7%. Two out of three polled say they can’t be bothered In poll results that surprised no one, 68% of eligible voters say they wish they weren’t. Eligible, that is. Asked why they seem more apathetic than ever, those polled responded: • Whoever’s elected will just do what they want, anyway: 52% • I never vote, I might miss the game: 9% • $#%^$&**^: 9% • On psychotropic drugs: 21% • Need more coffee: 9% Corrigan won’t run for governor LEWISTON — Despite being pressed by friends, or technically, by a friend, or even more technically, by a close relative, to make a run for the Blaine House when Paul LePage goes off to Washington in 2016, Mike Corrigan of Lewiston said today that he is “not a candidate” for governor. He added, “Even were I a candidate, I could not commit myself at this time, as that is a Tuesday.” Corrigan hinted, however, that he “might accept” the nomination for vice president in a Hillary Clinton administration. “Despite the fact that nine out of 10 Americans are reported to be making the big bucks, someone should represent those Americans who have a net worth of under a hundred million dollars,” he explained. “That won’t be whichever Republican runs, or Hillary.”
Letters Policy and presence
To The Editor: Though I currently reside in Chelsea, I grew up in Bridgton and, still having friends and family there, continue to retain a fondness for the area. That’s why after reviewing the voting records of some of my colleagues in the House of Representatives, Lisa Villa’s record, your current representative, really stood out as one to be concerned about. Ms. Villa has one of the lowest voting records in the House of Representatives. In fact, out of 151 representatives, Ms. Villa ranks 140th. With that kind of an absenteeism rate, the question begs to be asked, how can you be adequately represented in Augusta when your representative isn’t there? Also, in Ms. Villa’s Maine State House Wrap Up document, she has readily taken credit for supporting welfare reform to prevent fraud in Medicaid and anti-poverty programs, yet on April 3, 2014, when the majority of welfare bills that strengthened measures to combat fraud and provide greater accountability in our welfare programs were taken up, she was missing from action. Ms. Villa was present during part of the day April 3. Voting records show that she did indeed vote on other bills before the chamber. She voted to kill a bill that would look at how employers could address drug testing at work, as well as one that would
have asked for an Advisory Referendum on tax reform. This measure would have sent a very simple question to you, the voters; “Do you favor lower state spending in return for lower state taxes?” Your opinion would have been valuable to hear if this bill had been passed. Finally, one of the most concerning things about Ms. Villa is her apparent disregard for rules and orderly process. During a high-profile veto reconsideration, Ms. Villa was once again absent when the veto first came to the chamber floor. The vote, failing to have the desired results, was tabled and Democrat leadership had to call in Ms. Villa and other missing members of their caucus, hoping to bolster their numbers and create a different outcome. Upon their arrival, the bill was reconsidered and placed back in position for a vote to sustain or overturn the veto. Ms. Villa was unhappy with some members in the Chamber, who initially supported overturning the governor’s veto yet spoke out against the majority party’s jockeying to produce a desired result. Her statement was, “Why let process get in the way of policy?” Why Ms. Villa? An easy question to answer for without protocol and process, we defeat the purpose of a representative legislature and chaos reigns. I encourage the citizens of the Lake Region area to consider Ms. Villa’s performance over the last two years. We are a part-time legislature, only convening a certain number of days per year. Do you want a legislator with one of the lowest attendance voting records and has a disregard for pro-
NEW LINE OF FALL JUMPERS from Sassy and Blue debuts at Firefly Boutique on Main Street in Bridgton. “Each is made from up-cycled fabrics discovered in the most interesting and unique places,” said designer and seamstress Ellia Manners. (Bradt Photo)
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Are you ready for the Fryeburg Fair? Maine Brewfest? Have you gone apple picking here yet? I wasn’t ready for fall, but now I am, so bring it on… The month of September has been filled with meetings with people from all acronyms you can think of: BEDC (Bridgton Economic Development Corporation), GPCOG (Greater Portland Council of Governments), RDA (U.S. Department of Rural Development), EDA (U.S. Economic Development Administration), NEDA (Northeast Economic Development Association), MAP (Maine Association of Planners) and MMA (Maine Municipal Association). However sad it may seem, I do keep them all straight. My time, then, has been spent on grants, events and professional development this past month. The biggest acronym on my desk is the CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) program. We are working with the low bid for
Planning Front
by Anne Krieg Bridgton Director of Planning, Economic & Community Development the Depot Street project and giving information to board of selectmen to decide how best to use the funds we have, seek more possibly and complete a great project. Also, we are going to do everything possible to save the tree in the island on Depot Street! You may have seen CMP (a known acronym) out there working, so we are moving forward. Other CDBG efforts include preparing the bid set for the Rufus Porter Museum, Town Hall renovations, getting services ready for billing and paperwork, and general office administrative work with billing, filing and internal tracking. Have you ever wondered
what goes into site selection for companies when they relocate, expand or start up? I was able to take a class at NEDA on this subject, taught by site selection consultants. In short, they recommend: the town’s role of the region (do we work regionally); readiness beyond the overused term “shovel ready” (e.g. reducing their risk, helping with marketing, show options for financing, or environmental reviews of property); don’t be afraid to tell site selection folks if something is closing as they will know the labor pool available and the site is ready for occupancy (your bad news can be their good news); engage the utility companies; understand
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able cans and bottles by using the box at the redemption center. Funds gained helped send almost 20 boys to Camp Hinds this past summer. Looking forward, the Scouts are thinking big. They are working to raise sufficient funds to help offset the cost of an eight-day trip to Niagara Falls, N.Y. During this month (September), the room set aside for cans and bottles at the town transfer station is going to help fund
cess? Perhaps it’s time to make another choice. Deb Sanderson To The Editor: State Representative Oxford Fair isn’t fair! Chelsea This year, the Big Oops sunk to a new low. They put up signs for their Pig Scramble stating if you catch a pig you would have to pay $70. What? It doesn’t stop there. To The Editor: Now, when kids caught pigs, I wanted to call attention to they were told they couldn’t the column written by Mr. Tom keep the pigs because the McLaughlin in the Sept. 18, Fair had already sold them. 2014 Bridgton News. While he What? But, they could have a seems to consider himself an $50 bike or $10. What? expert on all things political First, this is discriminating including world affairs, he has against families who don’t made a totally false statement have $70 for their children regarding the withdrawal of to enter the pig scramble. American troops from Iraq. Secondly, isn’t this the bait In his column, he states, and switch program? Thirdly, “This was the president, who is this taking advantage of campaigned promising to end children to entertain the pubthe War in Iraq. He withdrew lic? Fourth, isn’t this decepU.S. troops against the advice tive advertising? Fifth, isn’t of his generals and National this teaching children that Security officials, believing adults are dishonest? And that would end the war. But, it finally, this doesn’t even didn’t, of course.” This state- sound legal. ment was made in reference to What happened to the President Obama. good old Oxford Agriculture It appears that Mr. Fair that fostered children in McLaughlin does not realize all areas of their life, offered that the treaty regarding the them opportunities to grow removal of all American mili- and value the better things tary forces from Iraq was nego- in life, and treated children tiated and signed by a presi- equal, regardless if they were dent named George W. Bush rich or poor? Could it be the with Prime Minister Maliki, people who run the fair now and the final date for this mili- do not have interest in youth tary removal unfortunately fell that those who ran the fair all under the term of his succeed- those past years before had? ing president. The complete Who does this? What were removal of American forces they thinking? was considered nonnegotiable Helen Ramsdell by the Iraqis and had nothing Denmark to do with President Obama. Secondly, I would like to suggest that your newspaper limit letters to the editor to 250 words as some other newspapers do. Two columns of a reTo The Editor: hash of Fox News is too much The Boy Scouts of to bother to read. Bridgton’s Troop 149 wish Carl J. Canzanelli, M.D. to thank the many people and Naples businesses who support them through donations of return-
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that site selection is a process of elimination; don’t list your incentives, negotiate them (carefully); business retention efforts are important; community image and reputation are also important (keeping up with parks, façades, events shows the town invests in itself — it’s a pride issue for the company decision makers as it’s their image too); and, fiscal soundness of the town (do they invest in economic development). One of the takeaway quotes from the NEDA conference was, “Quality of life means nothing until it means everything.” Though I was unable to attend the MusicFest at Shawnee Peak, I did hear it was a lot of fun. Did you go to the Village FolkFest? It was so much fun working at the event; I know organizer Lucia Terry is looking to do more with it for next year so give her your thoughts now while it’s fresh in your mind! I am working with Carrye Castleman-Ross at The PLANNING, Page D the town’s annual fireworks display. Then, in October, proceeds will go to Troop 149 with the goal of helping to fulfill our young boys’ dreams. This room, set aside for fundraisers, also helps reduce the size of our waste stream — a good lesson for the Scouts, as well as us adults. Hal Bartke Assistant Scoutmaster Bridgton LETTERS, Page D
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By Stan Cohen Medicare Volunteer Counselor In a 2013 Nugget, I reported that the government recovered a record $4.2 billion in taxpayer dollars in Fiscal Year 2012, up from nearly $4.1 billion in FY 2011. These recoveries were from individuals and companies who attempted to defraud federal health programs serving seniors and taxpayers or who sought payments to which they were not entitled. Now, in the continuing saga of Medicare fraud, here’s an illustrative piece that appeared in the Wall Street Journal a few weeks ago: “The Justice Department charged a doctor, Robert A. Glazer, with writing prescriptions and certifications resulting in $33 million of fraudulent Medicare claims. The raid in May capped a yearlong investigation by the Medicare Fraud Strike Force, a joint effort by the Justice Department and Department of Health and Human Services. Raids that day in six cities resulted in the busts of 90 Medicare providers, including 16 doctors, who were separately charged with generating a total of $260 million of false Medicare billings.” Yet, all is not perfect in the anti-fraud arena according to an Aug. 15 article in The New York Times (“Pervasive Medicare Fraud Proves Hard to Stop”): “ … even with the fancy computers and expert teams, the government is not close to defeating the fraudsters.” While the Feds seem to be improving their antifraud efforts, it is clear that there will be no end to the supply of crooks that see easy money in the Medicare domain. We beneficiaries can help by checking our quarterly Medicare Summary Notices — making sure that the services listed were actually received. Stan Cohen, a Medicare volunteer counselor, is available for free, one-on-one consultations by appointment only. Call 647-3116 to arrange for an appointment.
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Opinions
A declaration of independence for Maine?
As Scotland almost goes, so might also go Maine? That’s the line suggested by pundits who were way wrong on the Scots’ vote last week for independence from (almost not Great) Britain. Suppose it had turned out differently and Scotland had ended the union? What might have been the consequences hereabouts? Maine, the press reports, has the highest percentage in the United States of citizens with Scottish ancestry. There seems little question that the November vote for governor here would have been transformed into a referendum for independence and which of the three gubernatorial candidates would be president
of the new State of Maine. Before you doubters skip to the yard sale ads, consider the similarities: Both Scotland and Maine are mostly surrounded by rock-bound coasts, providing a rich seafood diet and a source of offshore energy (at least potentially so for Maine). Neither has much productive farmland. Scotland sells fine whiskey; Maine tries to keep up with cider, but does better with maple syrup. Although Mainers don’t wear skirts, they speak a tongue, which, like the Scots’, is almost incomprehensible to the rest of the nation. Both stand out for their tightfistedness and attractiveness for folks from away, whom the
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Small World by Henry Precht BN Columnist locals wish would just go away — after paying their bills, to be sure. Having established the verisimilitude of the two, let of consider the consequences and prospects for a newly independent State of Maine: First, Washington would be seized by panic that a sovereign state exists which has neither a mutual defense treaty with us nor a nukecapable base for U.S. planes or ships. We can expect the negotiators to get right down to their task. As a sweetener, how about a $3 billion grant annually? No reason why a contiguous dependency should receive less than a distant one (Israel) for the same purpose. Of course, Mainers would have to work hard to
be, at times, as ungrateful. No doubt many in Washington would be worried by the threat of Maine wetbacks crossing the international border. Quickly, work would begin to erect a fence like the one in the Southwest. That would be an inconvenience for Maine sports fans; they would need a passport to attend a Red Sox game. But, hey, the Sea Dogs haven’t been doing badly. One group that would be hurt by independence would be Maine’s elected representative in Washington. That’s an easy one. The new president could appoint them ambassadors and consuls general. (They’ve been down there so long it seems they’d rather live in the hot, crowded cit-
ies — although they might miss receiving the lobbyists’ generosity.) It won’t be easy setting up the paraphernalia of an independent sovereign state. Choosing a flag, for example. Remembering the bickering over license plates, one wonders whether the national banner would feature a loon or a lobster and, if the latter, cooked? Currency, pensions, debts and all sorts of financial conundrums would appear to pose a problem. But with the entire world is in such a mess, would any regime in Washington be looking for yet another problem, another adversary? Hardly. More likely the Feds would grumble, but cough up the bucks to keep the state afloat. And there may be other sources of external help in the offing. After Scotland’s vote, we are likely to see heightened agitation in Spain as Catalonia demands independence. Belgium will not be far behind with Flemish and French speakers opting for separate ways. The north
of Italy definitely and possible Sicily will be in the queue for independent seats in the United Nations. Kurdistan, Kashmir and other bits of India and Sri Lanka would want to stand alone — the list is endless. That would make Maine an attractive model. Mainers would happily welcome more recruits for independence — New Hampshire with its tax-free shopping and Vermont with its ancestral spirit of independence. With so much fragmentation going on and odd chunks of territory raising their own flags, there would likely be a global division between the old, established nations and the new start-ups. The latter might well form their union or federation. In such case, Maine’s link with Scotland could be made tangible and enduring. Before lining up for a celebratory parade, however, think of having to listen to all those school kids learning to play the bagpipes. Henry Precht is a retired Foreign Service Officer.
Preventative maintenance The need for the company of trees By Robert Fogg Guest Writer Many people think that trees just naturally take care of themselves and need no human intervention. That is certainly true in the wilderness, but when people build structures and roads and playgrounds around trees, it’s a good idea to take a good look at them occasionally to make sure they are healthy and safe. Trees in close proximity to homes or activity areas might benefit from a little preventative maintenance once in a while. You check your car tires to make sure they are safe, likewise you should also check your trees for the same reason. There are a number of different problems that can be taken care of before a problem occurs. Double-top trees can be cabled or removed, dead and dying trees can be removed, dead branches can be pruned and even healthy trees can be trimmed, thinned or removed simply to allow more air circulation, more sunlight and less wind resistance. Remember, you don’t need to be at the mercy of your trees. There are steps you can take ahead of time to lessen your risk. Contact a competent arborist if you find problems or have questions. Robert Fogg is general manager of Q-Team Tree Service in Naples and is also a licensed arborist. He can be reached at RobertFogg@Q-Team.com or 693-3831.
By Joyce White No matter what is happening in my life or in the chaos of the larger world, I always feel happier and healthier after a walk in the woods. From the age of nine or 10, I would escape family drama and walk — or run — through the pasture, across the brook and then, finally, into the sheltering, comforting presence of trees. Cedar, spruce and fir gave way to maple, beech and oak as the path wound upward. Those woods held secrets, a sense of mystery and possibility. Now, as an old woman, I still need — yes, it feels like a need as real as the need
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for shelter and sustenance — to be in the company of trees. Though my house and gardens are surrounded by a sheltering array of ash and maples, I still need frequent expeditions into wild, silent woods. Many people derive their spiritual sustenance from church but my spiritual
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TOWN OF DENMARK INVITATION TO BID
Public Notice
THE TOWN OF DENMARK IS ACCEPTING BIDS FOR 3000± YARDS OF WINTER SAND
Public Hearing
Bid Specs available at Town Office. Bids are due at town office by 4:00 p.m. Sept. 29, 2014. Mark envelope “Sand Bid.” For more information contact Ken Richardson at 452-2310.
TOWN OF NAPLES The Naples Board of Appeals will be holding a meeting on Tuesday, September 30, 2014, at 7:00 p.m., at the municipal office building located at 15 Village Green Lane. On the agenda: 1.) An application for a setback reduction for property located at 69 Trickey Pond Road, submitted by Greg Stuart. 2.) An application for a setback reduction for property located at 427 State Park Road, submitted by Stephen LaPointe. 3.) An application for a setback reduction for property located at 65 Melody Lane, submitted by Thomas Mason. Public Welcome.
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TOWN OF NAPLES Roadside Tree Trimming
The Town of Naples hereby gives notice that roadside tree and brush trimming will be taking place in the month of October and/or November on the following municipal roads:
Sand Road Wiley Road Flagg Mill Road Heritage Hill Road Stoney Hill Court Middle Road Oxbow Circle River Road Mill Lane Spurs Corner Road
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TOWN CLERK/TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE CLOSED
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TOWN OF NAPLES Public Hearing
The Board of Selectpersons will hold a meeting on October 6, 201, at 7:00 p.m., at the Municipal Office Building located at 15 Village Green Lane. On the agenda: A public hearing on an application for an Agency Liquor Store License for The Umbrella Factory, submitted by David R. Allenson. Public welcome.
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TOWN OF BRIDGTON 3 CHASE STREET, SUITE 1 BRIDGTON, MAINE 04009
PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF NAPLES
BID REQUEST
Request for Proposals
The Town of Naples is accepting proposals for the removal of a cabin in salvageable condition from its Kent’s Landing Park located across the street from the Naples Municipal Complex. The cabin is of 1940–1950s vintage and must be completely removed from the property. Proposals must specify individuals or companies completing the removal and must provide proof of liability insurance as well as a removal timetable. The cabin must be removed from the property in its entirety by October 31, 2014 at the latest. The Town Manager will evaluate proposals based on capability to remove the cabin in a safe and timely manner as well as monetary compensation for the cabin. Please submit proposals to: Naples Town Manager, “Cabin Removal Proposal,” P.O. Box 1757, 15 Village Green Lane, Naples, Maine 04055 Proposals must be received by October 3, 2014. The Town of Naples reserves the right to accept or deny any and/or all proposals for any reason. Questions, please contact Ephrem Paraschak at eparaschak@townofnaples.org
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The Naples Town Clerk and Tax Collector’s office will be closed on Wednesday, September 24th, and Thursday, September 25th, 2014, as staff will be at a training workshop. Their office will reopen on Friday September 26th.
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The Town of Bridgton is seeking bid proposals to certify the 23 dry hydrants that serve the Town of Bridgton have the amount of available water impoundment year round in each site at the 50year drought cycle for this area. Full Bid Specifications are available on the Town of Bridgton website at www.bridgtonmaine.org Sealed bids, clearly marked “Hydrant Survey,” must be received by the Bridgton Town Office, Three Chase Street, Suite 1, Bridgton ME 04009, no later than Friday, October 3, 2014, at 2:00 p.m., at which place the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on Friday, October 3, 2014, at 2:30 p.m. The Town reserves the right to waive any informalities in the proposal process and will award the contract(s) based upon those proposals that meet and are in the best interest of the Town of Bridgton. The Town may also select any alternative proposal that is deemed to be in the best interest of the Town. Prior experience and history will be a factor in awarding the bid. The Town reserves the right to reject all bids and restart the bid process. Inquiries should be directed to Glen Garland, Fire Chief, at 207647-8814 or firechief@bridgtonmaine.org 2T39
nourishment comes from forest walks, especially in the Great Brook area of White Mountain National Forest (WMNF) in Stoneham. In maturity, I have been learning some of the reasons why woods walkers feel better after a forest excursion — and it’s not only because trees, especially mature trees, remove carbon dioxide and other impurities from the atmosphere while also sending out oxygen. In their capacity as the lungs of the earth — and contrary to previous assumptions — the larger and more mature the trees, the more oxygen goes into the surrounding air and the more carbon dioxide is stored, a process called carbon sequestration. But, important as that oxygenated air is to our feeling of wellbeing, there are other things going on that I have only recently learned of. Stephen Buhner in his recent book, Plant Intelligence (Bear and Company, 2014), explains that plants, including trees, “possess highly sophisticated neural systems and while it does not look like our brain, it really is, in actuality, a brain.” And those plant brains are their roots! Thus, those trees around my house and those in WMNF are conscious beings with their control centers in the earth — in their root “brains.” Plant brains work much like ours to analyze incoming data and make sophisticated responses. Trees have large root systems with miles of
rootlets covered with root hairs. Every rootlet and root hair, Buhner says, ends at a root apex, which acts as a neuronal organ in the root system. When you look at the interconnected network of tree roots and mycorrhizal mycelia in any ecosystem, you are looking at a neural network much larger than any individual human brain. Within that system all plants are continually communicating with each other, sending chemical messages along the mycelial network to other plants, a biological Internet of ancient origin. “If plants in the system detect that another plant in the mycelial network is ill, unique compounds are generated by the plants most able to do so and sent through the mycelial network to where they are needed.” So trees and other plants in a forest ecosystem communicate and cooperate as humans, at their best, do. In my understanding, humans are part of this interconnected web of life, not separate from it as our Western culture has taught. This interconnectedness was known to our Native ancestors, (as well as to indigenous peoples everywhere) though not the scientific terminology. Chief Seattle is said to have responded to the U.S. government’s request to buy Indian land in an impassioned letter which includes these words: Every part of this earth is sacred to my people…We are part of the earth and it is part of us…This we know: the earth does not belong to man, man belongs to the earth. All things are connected like the blood that unites us all. Whatever he does to the web, he does to himself.” My lifelong connection with trees, added to this new knowledge, are all part of my distress at the U.S. Forest TREES, Page D
TOWN OF BRIDGTON 3 CHASE STREET, SUITE 1 BRIDGTON, MAINE 04009
PUBLIC NOTICE
BID REQUEST The Town of Bridgton is seeking bid proposals for the replacement of an oil-fired furnace with a new propane-fired furnace at the West Bridgton Fire Station. Full bid specifications are available on the Town of Bridgton web site at www.bridgtonmaine.org There will be a mandatory prebid meeting on Friday, October 3, 2014, at 9:00 a.m. at the West Bridgton Fire Station, 923 North High Street, Bridgton, Maine 04009. This will give possible bidders the opportunity to ask questions regarding the bid package as well as seek information that may assist in developing their bid. Sealed bids, clearly marked “Fire Station Furnace” must be received by the Bridgton Town Office, Three Chase Street, Suite 1, Bridgton ME 04009, no later than Friday, October 17, 2014, at 2:00 p.m., at which place and time all proposals shall be opened and read aloud. The Town reserves the right to waive any informalities in the proposal process and will award the contract(s) based upon those proposals that meet and are in the best interest of the Town of Bridgton. The Town may also select any alternative proposal that is deemed to be in the best interest of the Town. Prior experience and history will be a factor in awarding the bid. The Town reserves the right to reject all bids and restart the bid process. Inquiries should be directed to Robert A. Peabody, Town Manager at 207-647-8786. 2T39
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HELP WANTED
WAREHOUSE/SHIPPER — with Haz-Mat shipping experience preferred. Responsibilities including picking and shipping product, inventory control, receiving and stocking warehouse. Some phone and computer work. Must be able to work independently. Part-time Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Resume with references required. Call 647-3300. 2t38
$5 FOR TATTERED – U.S. Flag when purchasing new U.S. Flag 3’x5’ or larger. Maine Flag & Banner, Windham, 893-0339. tf46
HARRISON — 3-bedroom mobile home. $550/month plus utilities, references and security deposit. 583-2879. 1t39
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GOT WOOD — Order wood that will be ready to burn this fall $250 per cord. Call Jack to schedule your delivery 207-647-8146 or 207-252-4397. 26t23x
VEHICLES FOR SALE
KARMANN GHIA ODD JOBS — by the hour, day, 1972 week, or job. Free estimates. Call — sedan, red with black interior. 627-4649. 4t38x $1,200 or B.O. In Naples. Call 693-3588. 2t38 CLEANING SERVICES — has openings. Over 16 years experi- JESUS IS LORD – new and ence. Excellent references. Call used auto parts. National locator. 207-462-4413. 4t37x Most parts 2 days. Good used cars. Ovide’s Used Cars, Inc., Rte. 302 LEAF CLEANUP — tree and Bridgton, 207-647-5477. tf30 brush removal, light trucking and FOR RENT more. Call 595-8321 6t39x BRIDGTON — first floor, 1-bedEXCAVATING — Have hoe, will room apartment. Great mid-town travel. Snowplowing, removal and sanding. Site work, foundations location. Off-street parking. Has dug, back filling, septic systems, additional small room suitable for sand, loam, gravel. Call Brad child’s bedroom or office or launChute, 653-4377 or 627-4560. tf3 dry, $700/mo. plus security. Heat, water included. Tenant pays elecDAY CARE trical and TV. 647-0983. 3t39x
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BRIDGTON — Professional office space for rent. 1200 square feet. Great location near Hannaford/ Dunkin’ Donuts. $950 month plus heat and electric. 207-415-9166. NAPLES — off Rte. 35. 1 bed- Leave message tf35 room, 1st floor, pine interior, laundry on site. No smoking, no pets. BRIDGTON — one bedroom, $650 month includes heat & elec- efficiency kitchen, quiet location. tric. 207-899-5052. tf37 $775 month, utilities included. References required and 1-month BRIDGTON — 2-bed suite, daily deposit. Call Vic, 207-650-8071. or weekly rental; perfect for family 4t37x or friends visiting. This is a contemporary-style suite w/kitchenette (no stove) everything included. $89 per night. Call 781-361-1368. tf39 WEST BRIDGTON — 2-bedroom, 1 bath, 2-level apartment available in duplex. Open living room/kitchen area with woodburning fireplace. 2 bedrooms on top floor, deck, back yard, storage area and waterfront on the upper basin of Moose Pond with small dock. 2 miles from Shawnee Peak, 6 miles from town. $675/month. Heat, electric, cable and plowing not included. 1st & security deposit required. No pets/smoking. Call 207-647-4000, application with $15 application fee required. 2t38
BRIDGTON — Six-room apartNAPLES — Office space, second ment. Unfurnished. Good locafloor. Contact 693-5074, ask for tion. $600 month plus utilities. Call Bob or Carmen. 4t37x 207-890-4525 between 8 p.m.-9:30 p.m. tf39 BRIDGTON — 16 South High St. Non-smoking, no pets. 2-bedroom apartment, quiet, safe building. Incudes heat, hot water, off-street parking. Walking distance to Main St., town beach, church. Coin-op laundry on site. $850/month. First, FOR SALE last and security requested. References checked. 207-632-8508. SCREENED LOAM — and Monica. tf29 firewood. Please call Ron between 4 p.m.-8 p.m. for more information. NORTH WATERFORD — 1 Call 595-8359. 12t28x large room, 1 small room for rent in old farmhouse. $300 for larger, GARAGE SALE CLOSEOUT $400 both. Includes heat, electric, — Tables, chairs, entertainment cable, WiFi and hot tub. Call Robcenter, music sheets and ert 739-0144 8t35x compositions of 1900s, variety all others. Call for appointment. 647- BRIDGTON — walk to down2t38 town. Close to elementary school. 8210. Five rooms newly renovated, 3 17-FT. 1990 — bass fishing boat, bedrooms, 1 bath. Large private 70-hp Evinrude with power trim, yard, appliances, washer/dryer intrailer, trolling motor, new seats. cluded. First mo. rent, security deVery good condition. $1,650. posit & references. $800 per month Phone 207-787-7007. Sebago. plus utitilies. 207-452-2585/207 1t39 615-7344. tf38 FIREWOOD — $225 per BRIDGTON — country setting, cord green. Ask about volume 2nd floor three room apartment. discount. 2 cord minimum $500 mo. plus security deposit. for delivery. 207-925-1138. References checked. Free garage westernmainetimberlands.com stall. Tele. no. 657-3630. 1t39x tf13 LICENSED — family childcare/preschool program located in town Bridgton has one part-time slot open now, as well as two fulltime slots open October 13. Meal and snacks 100% provided. Active preschool curriculum ongoing throughout the school year. For more information please call 5955209. 4t39
PART-TIME — up to 30 hours per week. Front desk/housekeeping. Weekends required. Please apply in person at Pleasant Mountain Inn, 656 No. High Street, Bridg- TOOLS — Delta 9” radial saw, ton. 2t38 10” Craftsman table saw, Craftsman router. All on stands. Very LANDMARK — is accepting reasonable. 647-3360. 2t38x applications for full and/or partWESTERNMAINEFIREWOOD. time support persons to work with adults with intellectual disabilities com — Seasoned hardwood. Aged in the Bridgton and Oxford Hills 12 months or more. Cut, split and areas. No overnights. For applica- delivered. Half cord $160, cord tions, call 647-8396. 3t37 $280. 583-4113 or 595-5029. 10t33x DIRECTOR OF MUSIC — The Madison Church, Madison, NH. RED’S FIREWOOD — Cut, Position entails playing organ at split and delivered. Any amounts. church services, and rehearsing Call 615-6342 for details. tf35 and directing our church choir and handbell choir. Contact Carol GUNS — Buy, sell, trade. Wanted at 603-367-8459 or carol@silver- all military items. Sweden Trading lakekramers.com tf37 Post, 207-647-8163. Will travel. tf15 DRIVERS: CDL-A. — Average $52,000 per yr. plus. excellent home TRUCK RACK — like new, for time plus weekends. Monthly bo- Ford Ranger short bed. $300 or nuses up to $650. 5,000w APU’s for best offer. Call 627-4649. 2t38x your comfort plus e-logs. Excellent benefits. 100% no touch. 877-7043773. 2t38x
Early Head Start Home Visitor – Fryeburg Home Visitors work with families with young children birth to age three and expectant parents, delivering developmentally-appropriate activities by partnering with parents to utilize their teaching and parenting skills within the home environment; monitor children’s progress; partner with families to establish a source of continuous, accessible, coordinated health and dental care. Other responsibilities include completing paperwork and reports, and maintaining records and data on individual children. Travel throughout the service areas is required. This position is 40 hours/week, 52 weeks/year. Qualifications: Associate’s Degree in Social Work, Early Childhood Education or related field is required. Must obtain and maintain current CPR/First Aid certifications. A minimum of two years home visiting experience is highly recommended. Contact Ashley Herrick at 739-6527 or aherrick@community-concepts.org Teacher Assistant – Fryeburg The Teacher Assistant helps create a healthy, safe and fun learning environment for preschool children, and will work as part of a teaching team providing support to meet children’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development needs. May be responsible for maintaining records, observations and data on individual children. Other duties include sharing the responsibility for the proper care and cleanliness of the center. This position is a minimum 22.5 hours per week with additional hours up to 40 depending upon program needs, 37 weeks per year. Qualifications: A CDA and experience working with young children is required; an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred. Contact Ashley Herrick at 739-6527 or aherrick@community-concepts.org Other requirements: All positions require excellent verbal and written communication skills; considerable stamina to regularly lift, bend, carry and perform other high-energy activities; Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile with liability insurance and a telephone. Preemployment background checks and medical requirements must be completed as a condition of employment. Benefits: Paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, 403(b) pension plan with company match positions 30+ hours/week are eligible for additional benefits including health and life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, accident and critical illness coverage, and more. To Apply: Interested, qualified applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and Community Concepts’ Application for Employment (available on our website at www.community-concepts.org and at all of our business sites). Position will be filled as soon as suitable candidate is found. Send all 3 required items to: Community Concepts, Inc. Attn: Barbara Bishop, Human Resources 240 Bates Street Lewiston, Maine 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. 1T39CD
LOVELL REDUCED — 3-bedroom, 1 1/2 bath ranch with porch facing Lake Kezar. Peaceful, oil heat, woodstove. $800 per month plus utilities. First month rent plus 1 month security due at signing. Off-season beach access. References and credit reports required. Call Kezar Realty, 207-925-1500. 2t39
CLASSIFIEDS, Page B 70 Fairview Drive Fryeburg, ME 04037 Phone 207-935-3351 Fax 207-256-8303
GET A FRESH START ON A NEW CAREER!! Come and enjoy working at a family-owned and operated Multi-Level facility where you are part of the family and not just a number! Your efforts will be recognized and rewarded when you join our health care team and go home each day knowing you made a positive difference in people’s lives.
We are presently seeking a:
DIETARY AIDE Part-time
We have a generous health insurance plan and offer a benefit plan or pay in lieu of benefits plan — your choice. Apply in person at Fryeburg Health Care Center, 70 Fairview Drive, in Fryeburg or obtain an application at www.fryeburghealthcare.com
70 Fairview Drive Fryeburg, ME 04037 Phone 207-935-3351 Fax 207-256-8303
GET A FRESH START ON A NEW CAREER!! Come and enjoy working at a family-owned and operated Multi-Level facility where you are part of the family and not just a number! Your efforts will be recognized and rewarded when you join our health care team and go home each day knowing you made a positive difference in people’s lives.
We are presently seeking:
CNAs full- and part-time openings
If you are not certified as a C.N.A. in Maine we can help with training while you work. We have a generous health insurance plan and offer a benefit plan or pay in lieu of benefits plan — your choice. Apply in person at Fryeburg Health Care Center, 70 Fairview Drive, in Fryeburg or obtain an application at www.fryeburghealthcare.com
Tool Maker/ Machinist Tube Hollows International (THI) is seeking a Tool Maker / Machinist with a strong work ethic, willing to be taught by/ teach others and work the hours as needed to support a growing company. If you are a team player with strong communication and critical thinking skills, possess your own tools and have 3–5 years experience as a toolmaker, see our more detailed job posting on our website at www.tubehollows.com/about-us/career-opportunities THI is a Windham-based company located off of Route 302, less than 2 miles from the heart of Windham’s business district. We look forward to hearing from you. E-mail resume and references to: jobs@tubehollows.com
Bridgton Health & Residential Care Center 186 Portland Road (Route 302), Bridgton, ME 04009 Phone: 207-647-8821 Fax: 207-647-3285
is growing and looking to fill the following positions: Community Concepts’ Children’s Services Department has openings at our Fryeburg Early Learning Center (ELC)
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The Fair Housing Act of 1968 at 42 U.S.C. 3604(c) makes it unlawful “to make, print, or publish, or cause to be made, printed, or published any notice, statement, or advertisement, with respect to the sale, or rental of a dwelling that indicates any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.
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1) Class A Log Truck Driver with a minimum of 3 years of experience. Must have clean driving record. 2) Grapple Skidder Operator, with a minimum of 2 years of experience. Full-time, year-round positions with paid holidays, vacation and generous weekly production bonus. Please contact us at 925-1138, or wmt@fairpoint.net 2T38CD
CNAs 3 to 11 p.m. & 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. - Per Diem We are a 43-bed skilled nursing facility and 16-bed specialized residential care facility for the memory-impaired. We offer weekend shift differentials and weekly payroll. Inquiries should be directed to: Ella Cressy, Human Resources at (207) 647-8821 EOE 4T39CD 70 Fairview Drive Fryeburg, ME 04037
The UMBRELLA FACTORY SUPERMARKET
Phone 207-935-3351 Fax 207-256-8303
Now taking applications for fall employment.
Licensed Social Worker
Must be 18 or older. All positions part-time. Apply in person at The Umbrella Factory. NAPLES SHOPPING CENTER Route 302, Naples, ME 207-693-3988 TFCD
Paraoptometric Coder Internship Insurance Billing and Coding/Receptionist
Career Opportunity without the time and expense of College If you have a high school diploma, and interest in medical sciences with good math skills, a desire to work in the medical field, and motivated to learn, consider applying for this unique program.
Internship Summary • 3–6 month work-study offering on-the-job training and education program • opportunity for permanent employment as a Paraoptometric Coder • National Certification opportunity after six months (CPO) • Internship compensation: 30 hrs. weekly at $8.50/hr. • Career opportunity in the Eye Care field as a Paraoptometric Coder
Application Details • Due date: October 10, 2014 — Required Information: • Letter of interest • Resume • Three letters of recommendation • Intern start date: November 15, 2014 For more detailed information, please e-mail: attn. Mary at marydunncpot@fairpoint.net
N. Scott Ferguson, O.D. Fryeburg, Maine
R.N. – SKILLED UNIT
7 a.m. to 3 p.m. shift - Full Time, Part Time or Per Diem
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Fryeburg Health Care Center is a 74-bed facility, which includes skilled nursing, long-term nursing, and assisted living beds. Our management team is experienced and we enjoy an entire staff who works together as a cohesive team. We are looking for an individual to work 16–24 hours per week and schedule can be flexible. Competitive salary and benefits available for the right candidate. Mail resume and compensation requirements, or obtain application at fryeburghealthcare.com – James H. Dutton, Administrator, Fryeburg Health Care Center, 70 Fairview Drive, Fryeburg, ME 04037.
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DENMARK — Large farm(Continued from Page B) NAPLES — off Rte. 35. 1 bed- house for sale by owner. 1.6 acres. room, 1st floor, decorative fire- $119,900. Call 1-339-788-1324. 6t37x place in living room, mudroom en- try, kitchen with island dishwasher HIO RIDGE ROAD — Bridgand pantry, sunny dining room, ton, 52.71 acres. Approx. 500’ road deck. No smoking, no pets. $900 frontage. Logged 2 years ago. Close includes heat and electric. 207- proximity to Shawnee Peak Ski 899-5052. tf37 Area, downtown Bridgton, North CASCO — Completely furnished Conway, NH. $55,000 O.B.O. Morooms, heat, lights & cable TV in- tivated to sell, willing to negotiate, cluded. $120 weekly. No pets. Call contact Rex Rolfe 207-647-9500 4t37 cell, 207-595-4946. tf37 or office@rolfecorp.com HARRISON — 1-bedroom apart- FROST FARM ROAD — Bridgment. Neat, clean on 2nd floor. ton, 35 acres, 50’ road frontage, Suitable for 1 person. Heat and 50’x600’ partially cleared strip that electric included at $550. Call Ann opens up into remaining acreage. 207-415-9166. tf39 On ITS trail, good hunting spot. $15,000 O.B.O. Motivated to sell, BRIDGTON — 1st floor large 1- willing to negotiate, contact Rex bedroom apartment. Full bath, full Rolfe 207-647-9500 or office@ kitchen. Trash/snow removal, heat, rolfecorp.com 4t37 all included. $775 month. OffHIO RIDGE ROAD — Bridgstreet parking. 603-494-0325. tf37 ton, 18.5 acres, 100’ road frontage. FRYEBURG — Large mobile Limited views of Shawnee Peak/ home with addition. Two-bed- Pleasant Mountain. Stone walls on room, full bath, large living area. property. Recently logged. $38,000 On 2 1/2 acres, close to Route 302. O.B.O. Motivated to sell, willing to Pets considered. $650 month rent negotiate, contact Rex Rolfe 207or rent option available. Available 647-9500 or office@rolfecorp. 10/15/14. Call Ed at 617-680- com 4t37 6802. 4t39
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Letters (Continued from Page D)
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(Editor’s note: The following was originally printed in the town of Harrison’s Weekly Update of Sept. 12, in response to a letter by Eddie Rolfe in the Sept. 11 edition of the News. It is reprinted here by permission.) To the Editor: I was planning on holding off a report on the Transfer Station until next week, but it appears some folks still feel the best way to operate a community is through misinformation through the media. While I really dislike addressing the “he says, she says” via the modern-day news, there are
(Continued from Page D) Tap House on a Women in Business informal social group for Bridgton. There are a significant number of women-owned businesses in Bridgton and we should celebrate that fact! To kick off the celebration, she is hosting a happy hour/reception on Thursday, Oct. 16 from 5 to 8 p.m. so stop by after work and say hello. There better be cake because it’s my birthday
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and household goods. The reason for the scale is to ensure people who are dumping these goods are paying their fair share, which has not been happening because of not having a scale. The town’s practice has been to pay for disposal of demolition debris by the cubic yard versus per pound. When the town sends the debris off to the demolition debris site we contract with, we pay for it by the pound. Without getting too detailed, I think most everyone would admit that why should a person with a cubic yard of fiberglass insulation pay the same price as a person with a cubic yard of much heavier roofing shingles. In addition, the cost method used by the town, (cubic yard versus weight), has caused the taxpayers who have little to no demolition debris to pick up what has been projected to be between $35,000 to $50,000 a LETTERS, Page D
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times when one must respond to these fine and hopefully well-intended good folks. According to one uninformed source who states he has read where the town has spent $100,000 to buy a weigh scale for the Transfer Station. This is not even close to true. The actual quoted price for the weigh scale is $34,235, which includes shipping, installation, calibration and submittal of testing information to the state to meet certification requirements. Public Works will be doing the groundwork. The same complaint also says, “The Selectmen will have to charge a fee to the users to pay for it. Is not a fee just another way of saying it’s another tax? Think about a tax or fee; it’s money from the taxpayer’s pocket.” The debris the scale will weigh is already being charged for, as it is demolition debris
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that day! I am working on an online tutorial on the Comprehensive Plan to provide information in anticipation of the vote on the plan in November. It’s a large document so it does need some explanation! The document is here in the municipal building and you can also read it online on the town’s website, or in hard copy in the library or at the Community Center. Other efforts include preparing a talk on RFP/RFQ writing for the MMA conference, getting going on the NNECAPA (Northern New England Chapter of American Planning Association) annual meeting fall 2015, and a session on economic development and planning as the single staff person for the American Planning Association annual meeting in spring 2015. MDF (Maine Development Foundation) will have their
annual meeting in October as will the Southern New England Chapter of APA. I am representing your interests at the MaineBiz Momentum Convention in Portland in October, as well as the MOC (Municipal Oversight Committee) for CDBG in Cumberland County. So, that’s all for the acronyms for this month! I hope to see you at the abovementioned events and let me know your thoughts through the usual methods — call (647-8786), e-mail (krieg@bridgtonmaine.org,) Facebook (BPECD), Twitter (BridgtonPECD), LinkedIn (annemkrieg) or just stop me in the street, the hallway, the grocery store or even the soccer field (just don’t block my view). Great things are beginning to transpire here so keep us informed on what you think should be happening to enhance your community!
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(Continued from Page D) Service plan, titled the Albany South Integrated Resource Project, to log a big part of the Maine section of WMNF. The proposed timber harvest would include several selected cuttings under 10 acres each and several clear cuts from 10 to 30 acres each, all connected with miles of logging and skid roads. Forest Service personnel I have dealt with appear to sincerely believe they are doing what is best for the forest. They solicit input from local residents, with the comment period being pushed forward until January 2015. Perhaps, they really will take local residents’ comments into consideration, but the Forest Service is a huge organization not prone to dramatic change in its policies. What I am proposing is a dramatic change in their policy of managing national forest land by cutting trees to one of managing forests by keeping trees alive and healthy. At this time of over population, climate change and large-scale deforestation in many parts of our country and the world, I believe that we actually know so little about how the interconnectedness operates that we should save whatever forestland we can as intact ecosystems. The thought of all those roads through WMNF, all those downed trees, all the displaced animals convinces me that there must be a better way. I believe foresters chose their occupations because the also like trees, so their jobs could be even more satisfying if they were to focus on keeping trees in WMNF healthy and upright. That might entail occasional removal of trees, perhaps even small harvest areas, but certainly not the huge area of roads and cut areas proposed.
Obituaries
Ralph C. Powers
In Memory
Laurie A. Carter Bergen It has been five years since you left us to be with God, you are always with us, side by side. We think of all the great memories, smiles, laughter we had. We wish we could see your beautiful face and hear your voice again, all we have are pictures to talk to. 1T39
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As the pain of grief softens We still miss you As new memories are made We still miss you As we smile and laugh We still miss you Today and every day We still miss you Wife, Jan Charlotte & Kevin Irish Patti & Jerry Tuttle Darryll & Tammy Walker Cliff Walker Karrie Walker Grandchildren & Great-grandchildren
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Joseph M. Wikler PORTLAND — Joseph Martin Wikler, 73, of Silver Spring, Md., and Harrison, died surrounded by family in Portland on Friday, Sept. 19, 2014. Joe was a devoted husband to Madeline for 50 years, a loving father to Judy Rose (Noah Sensibar) and Karen (Matt Rademacher), and a proud grandfather to Elijah, Gabriel, Jonathan, and Kai. He is also survived by his sister Anne Mininberg. A graduate of Yale and Yale Law School, he was a founding partner of The Rothschild Co. of Baltimore, and in retirement served on several boards, including The Oppenheimer Funds and the Associated Jewish Charities of Baltimore. Locally, Joe was an active supporter of the LEA, Deertrees Theatre, Bridgton Hospital, Gallery 302, and the local libraries. An avid tennis player, he enjoyed arranging matches on his home court, as well as participating in tournaments and events at the Bridgton Highlands Country Club. His family, friends, and tennis fans will all miss him. Contributions in his memory may be made to The Amyloid Center at Boston University, 72 E. Concord St., Boston, MA 02118 (bu.edu/amyloid/donate), or to the charity of your choice. A memorial service will be held in Maryland at a later date.
Neil A. Allen LOVELL — Neil A. Allen, 67, of West Stoneham Road, Lovell, died Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014, at his residence. He was born March 31, 1947, the son of Rex and Geraldene Galloway Allen, and graduated from Fryeburg Academy in 1965. Neil was a Marine Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was married in 1971 to Linda Fox and had been employed by R.K. Brown, A.C. Lawrence and Murch Inc. Neil enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time with his granddaughters, woodworking, building furniture and carpentry, and was a family man. He was predeceased by his mother and father, and a sister, Nancy. He is survived by his wife Linda of Lovell; a son, Scott and his wife Misty; two granddaughters, Brooke and Cadence; one brother, Jeffery Allen and his wife Barbara of Waterford; three sisters, Jane and her husband Dennis of South Paris; Jeannie and her husband Bradley Nelson of Winslow; Joanne and her partner Jay Quinn of Bowdoin; and a brother-in-law, John Barker of Waterford. A graveside service will be held Saturday, Sept. 27, at 11 a.m. at Pulpit Rock Cemetery in Waterford. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to Harrison Elementary School for the 5th Grade 4-H Field Trip. Arrangements are made with Wood Funeral Home, Fryeburg. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.woodfuneralhome.org
Peter D. McComiskey BRIDGTON — Peter D. McComiskey, 54, of Bridgton, died early Monday morning, Sept. 22, 2014, at the Bridgton Health Care Center in Bridgton. He was born on May 27, 1960, in Woburn, Mass., a son of Ernest and Florence (MacQuilken) McComiskey. He attended schools in Woburn and Stoneham, Mass., graduating in 1982 from Stoneham High School. Peter moved to Bridgton with his mother in 1984, and was a client of Landmark Human Resources since the time he moved to Bridgton. Peter loved life and always had a smile. He loved camping with his mother at Salmon Point Campground, doing arts and crafts, attending summer camp at Camp Waban and later Pine Tree Camp, and participating in the Special Olympics. He attended St. Joseph Church, where he volunteered at the Food Pantry, took collections and helped with the bazaars and Thanksgiving baskets. He is survived by a sister, Pat McHatton and her husband, Bob, of Bridgton; brothers, Joe McComiskey and his wife, Pat, and Bob McComiskey and his wife, Ellie, all of Woburn, Mass.; 14 nieces and nephews; 30 grand-nieces and nephews; one great-grand-niece and great-grand-nephew. He was predeceased by his parents; a brother, Jim McComiskey of Woburn, MA; and a sister, Mary Amico of Woburn, Mass. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, at St. Joseph Church, 225 S. High St., Bridgton. Graveside committal services will be held, at 12 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 26, at the Woodbrook Cemetery, 100 Salem St., Woburn, Mass. Gifts may be given in Peter’s memory to Landmark Human Resources, PO Box 178, Bridgton, ME 04009. Arrangements are in the care of the Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, 8 Elm St., Bridgton. Words of condolence and tribute may be shared with his family and friends at www.chandlerfunerals.com
Richard T. Farrington LOVELL — Richard Thomas Farrington, 81, died peacefully on Friday, Sept. 19, 2014, at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, after a long, courageous battle with colon cancer. He was born in Norway to Patricia and Ralph Farrington. The family moved to Lovell when he was a young boy, where he spent the remainder of his life. His working career was spent in local saw mills. He proudly served in the United States Army from 1953 to 1955. He enjoyed working on cars, fishing, and just taking care of the home and family. He is survived by his daughter, Rose McKenzie and her husband Tommie of Lovell; his son, Richard C. Farrington of Lovell; his sister, Dorothy Smith of Fryeburg; his granddaughter, Melanie Moore and her husband Matthew of East Conway; his grandson, Andrew Johnson of Conway; and his great-granddaughters Enzi and Tehya Moore of East Conway. He was predeceased by his wife of 44 years, Evelina Smith Farrington; his four brothers, Lawrence, Ralph Jr., Robert, and James Farrington. A graveside service will be held at the Riverside Cemetery in North Fryeburg, on Saturday, Sept. 27, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Lovell Volunteer Fire Dept., P.O. Box 37, Center Lovell, ME 04016. Arrangements are made with Wood Funeral Home, Fryeburg. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.woodfuneralhome.org
Betty S. Gerry FRYEBURG — Betty Shirley Gerry, 90, of Fryeburg, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2014. She was born in Natick, Mass., on Jan. 20, 1924. The daughter of Ethel and Earl Shirley, she grew up in East Conway, N.H., on the Shirley Farm, moving to Fryeburg in 1979. Betty graduated from Fryeburg Academy class of 1942. She was married to Ernest “Joe” Gerry April 24, 1943. She was a member of the First Congressional Church of Fryeburg, Eastern Star, Daughters of the American Revolution, and a member of the East Conway Grange. She enjoyed traveling to her grandchildren’s various games and performances, never missing one. She was predeceased by her husband Ernest “Joe” Gerry and her son Robert E. Gerry. She is survived by her brother Ralph Shirley and his wife Marilyn of East Conway, N.H.; daughter in-law Brenda K. Gerry of Fryeburg; her grandchildren Emily and Stephen MacKinnon of Alfred, Bethany Gerry and Jeff Pratt of Standish, Bobbi-Jo Gerry of Fryeburg, Robert “Brockie” Gerry II of Fryeburg; and her greatgrandchildren Aria, Aiden, Jarrett, Brooke, Bryleigh, and Jack. A graveside service was held on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014, at 10 a.m., at Pine Grove Cemetery in Fryeburg. In lieu of flowers the family request donations to be made to Fryeburg Rescue, P.O. Box 177, Fryeburg, ME 04037. Arrangements are made with Wood Funeral Home, Fryeburg. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.woodfuneralhome.org
The Bridgton News OBITUARY POLICY The News will run, at no charge, obituaries that have local connections. Photographs may be submitted at no additional charge, and whenever possible, they should be emailed as a jpg file. The News will include: Individuals — predeceased by parents, siblings, spouse, children; survived by spouse, significant other, children, parents. Names of spouses of surviving relatives will not be included. In most cases names of the grandchildren, nephews and nieces will not be listed, just the number of each. However, if the deceased individual’s only connection to the area is a nephew, niece or grandchild, that person will be identified. The News reserves the right to edit all free obituaries. Requests for more complete obituaries will be accepted as paid advertisements. Contact: The Bridgton News P.O. Box 244, 118 Main Street Bridgton, ME 04009. Tel. 207-647-2851, Fax 207-647-5001 E-mail: bnews@roadrunner.com
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PORTLAND — Ralph C. Powers, 84, of Portland, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2014, at his home. Ralph was born in Portland on Dec. 10, 1929, to the late Alfred and Beryl (Brown) Powers. He attended Portland High School, and proudly served his country in the Army National Guard. While serving in the Guard, Ralph played an instrumental role in the construction of the West Buxton Dam. On May 1, 1954, Ralph was married to his loving wife Pauline Barbara (Priest) Powers. Together, they began a family and raised two loving and devoted daughters. Pauline predeceased Ralph on April 15, 2006. Ralph worked as a mechanic at Jilson’s Garage for several years, and in 1991 retired as foreman from Palmer Spring Co. after 30-plus years of service. Ralph enjoyed camping, competition-level square dancing, and being the neighborhood “Mr. Fix It.” He found great pleasure in spending time outdoors caring for his home and gardens as well. Ralph was also a longtime member of the First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church of Portland. Surviving are his daughters, Debra J. Vail of Portland and Laura J. King of Raymond; and four grandchildren; and a special cousin. A period of visitation for Ralph was held Tuesday, Sept. 23, at the Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford Street, Portland, where a memorial service followed. To leave messages of condolence, and sign the online guestbook please visit www.jonesrichandhutchins.com In lieu of flowers, the Powers family suggests memorial contributions be made in Ralph’s memory to: The Barron Center Activities Fund, 1145 Brighton Ave., Portland, ME 04102.
Susan J. Shaw SCARBOROUGH — Susan “Sue” Jean Kenney Shaw, 70, of North Sebago, passed away peacefully at the Maine Veterans’ Home in Scarborough on Monday, Sept. 8, 2014. Though other events led to her failing health, after a 10-year battle with dementia, she succumbed to the effects of the disease. Sue was born on Feb. 3, 1944. in West Hartford, Conn. She grew up and spent her early years in Hartford while summering with her family in Sebago. Sue spent her last two years of high school at Fairfax Hall School in Waynesboro, Va., and graduated in 1962. Sue went on to attend Virginia Intermont College, in Bristol, Va., where she was a junior torchbearer and active in synchronized swimming, while lifeguarding during summers at Camp Mataponi in Naples. She took classes at a number of colleges, including Vassar College, before getting married and having children. After living in both Virginia and West Virginia, Sue decided to return to Sebago, in 1972. She reunited with her childhood sweetheart Larry Shaw, and they married Aug. 15,1975. Sue and Larry remained in the Sebago area, where she was active in the North Sebago United Methodist Church, loved singing in the choir and sharing God’s love. She served as a Girl Scout leader for many years, and for decades volunteered at the Sebago Elementary School in classrooms and in support of other activities. Later in life, she followed her heart, taking art classes, and finally returned to college where, in 1998, she received her degree from USM. Sue’s work history was very diverse. She picked apples with her family in Duchess County N.Y., worked at IBM in New York and Virginia, and Sylvania in Maine. She owned and operated the Mop and Bucket, a cleaning business, and ran a bed and breakfast. Using her creativity in folk art and tole painting she, among other items, painted on discarded roof slate, crafted dried flower arrangements, primitive art and quilts, selling them at craft shows and her store, The Country Chickadee. She and Larry opened shops at their North Sebago home called Country Folke Art & Americana and The Pigge Out, where Sue sold her art and ran a bakery and ice cream parlor. For many years some of her most enjoyable time was spent working with her very close friends at Reinhard’s farm in Naples. Later in life, Sue was hired by the SAD 61 food service department and worked her way up, becoming the department director. Spending time with, and entertaining friends and family were Sue’s greatest joys, and her home “get-togethers” were some of the most heartwarming and memorable times for those who were close to her — no one can forget her fondue parties. She loved to work in her garden and considered it a true tribute to the memory of, and way to connect with, her grandmother. Sue and her family spent much of their time remodeling their homes and even dug up, refurbished, and installed a used inground pool. Over the years Susan loved traveling with Larry on mystery trips, where she photographed nature, rock walls and old barns. She had an artist’s heart, a passion for making crafts, cooking and baking. Before her hospitalization, Sue and Larry spent time traveling the country to visit friends and family and to help them out with their home projects. Sue is survived by her children, Larry Shaw and his wife Jill of West Plains, Mo.; Chrissie Libby of Portland; Scott Miller and his wife Mona of Salem, Conn.; and Jessica Shaw of Naples; her grandchildren, LB and Shantel Shaw of West Plains, Mo.; Noah and Jacob Libby of Portland; Kyle, Ryan, Carly, and Dylan Miller of Salem, Conn.; and Isaac Holland of Naples; her great-granddaughter, Emma Shaw of West Plains, Mo..; her brothers, Michael Kenney and his wife Martha of Bowling Green, Ky., and Richard Kenney and his wife DeDe of Sulphur, La.; many nieces and nephews; sister-in-law Dorothy O’Donnell; brother-in-law Bob Davis and his wife Merle; several very dear cousins including Dennis and Holly Jenkinson, Ricky and Judi Lewis, Kyle Raymond and Steve and Diane Morgan; and many dear friends including Mabel Olden, Madge Shaw and Sue’s church family from the North Sebago United Methodist Church. Sue is predeceased by her husband, E. Laurence “Larry Shaw; a baby boy; her parents, Richard “Dick” and Vivian Kenney; her grandmother, who lived with her for many years, Carlotta Morgan; and her very special uncle and aunt, Joe and Betty Morgan. Sue’s family sincerely thanks the nurses and staffs of both the Rumford Community Home in Rumford, and the Maine Veterans’ Home in Scarborough for the kind and compassionate care they gave to Sue. She was truly loved by them. There will be a Celebration of Sue’s Life Saturday, Oct 18, at the North Sebago United Methodist Church at 11 a.m., followed by a gathering in the church vestry. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations are made in Sue’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org, or 1-800272-3900, or 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601. Please specify that your donation is to go to RESEARCH to ensure the full amount goes to actual research. 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ing us each year, to our customers, and especially to the artists and artisans. Ardelle Foss Board President (Continued from Page D) Charlotte Hobbs Memorial year in waste costs not effecLibrary tively passed on to the user; thus, the burden has been on all taxpayers. As I have stated before, there is no charge for disposing of basic household trash, which we pay for by the ton, To The Editor: It is widely acclaimed that as trash has been determined to be fairly equally spread Christine Powers has been an out among users. In addition energetic, efficient and effecthere is no charge for dispos- tive Representative of House ing recyclables nor is there a District 101, which comprises charge for disposal of these the towns of Naples, Casco and part of Poland. goods at ecomaine. Christine has also demonI will wrap with my thoughts that the decision to strated these characteristics finally move forward with in her 12 years as a Naples an affordable scale system is selectwoman, one of the three a wise move. The town as positions she maintained a whole will save money, while simultaneously serving which translates into raising in the legislature. She now faces the challess money in taxes, and those who utilize the transfer station lenge of reelection to a muchfor the purposes of disposing realigned House District 68, demolition debris and house- including the towns of Naples, hold goods will pay only their Sebago, Baldwin, Cornish and part of Parsonsfield. fair share. Her opponent, totally lackGeorge “Bud” Finch Harrison Town Manager ing experience in public service, has chosen to attack Christine’s record on social media. When confronted with the opportunity to debate the To The Editor: The Charlotte Hobbs issues in a public forum, he Memorial Library held its declined. Christine welcomes annual fundraiser, the high- the opportunity to defend her ly regarded juried Arts and record of accomplishments Artisans Fair, in Lovell on and to discuss the current Saturday, Aug. 16. Creatively issues confronting the resicrafted works by talented arti- dents of District 68. She has sans, eager customers, plenti- declared her availability to ful food, rows of used books, debate her opponent at any glorious weather — it was a mutually agreed upon time or place. Let’s see if her oppoperfect day for all. The grand event was orga- nent is up to the challenge. If nized and managed by many not, we shouldn’t let accusapeople who care deeply about tions in social media override the library. Rhondi Stearns was the accomplishments of 25 chairwoman, with exhibitor years of public service. If you have seen and heard planning and organization by Christine, you can’t help but Irene St. Germain. Peg Mason be convinced that she should coordinated the kitchen and continue to represent you in food crew that graciously fed us the Maine Legislature. You’ll delicious sandwiches and desserts, as did Liz McCann with never know her opponent’s her crew of book lovers who qualifications if he is unwillstacked thousands of donated ing to expose himself to pubbooks for easy browsing and lic questioning. His relucbuying. Sandy Wissman pro- tance to face the public is vided energy and oversight of more than enough reason to the raffle that made winners give Christine your vote on — of artisan-provided prizes Nov. 4. Philip R. Ohman — of several people. Naples Andy Feld and Dave Mills
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To The Editor: Our southern border is like Swiss cheese — full of holes. Obama’s handling of it is like another cheese and it stinks. Obama doesn’t want the border crashers to be deported so he’s told the Border Patrol to take them at their word and not deport them if they are under 18. They drive without “papers” and, guess what? They are “all” under 18. We have all heard how the Mexican drug cartels and
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gangs are taking advantage of the crisis in getting their people into the United States. Now, drug dealers are not pushing drugs for the sake of drugs, but to make money, and there is lots of money to be made in getting people into the United States illegally. (Incidentally, we shouldn’t forget that many of these crashers are jihadists, rapists, murderers and others desiring to harm us as well as people carrying communicable diseases long eradicated from the United States.) But we were speaking of money. Have you read that ISIS/ISIL rebels in Iraq have acquired many billions from the banks in the cities they have overrun and from black market oil sales? Sounds like a perfect setup to me: People who want to hurt the United States have money, the border is receptive, people who want money and are specialists in illegal border-crossing activities. I believe it is too late to prevent an extremist attack on NABBING AN APPLE from an apple-picking tool is Bonnie Dryden, who along the president/White House, with her family visited Pietree Orchard last year, but nothing was in season. By but fortunately, there is more sheer coincidence, the Dryden family drove by Pietree Orchard on Maine Apple of this country that is worth Sunday. (De Busk Photo) protecting, so it is never too late to control the border. Robert Buck tinction for three terms. I urge Korea, much of Africa and of defense and continues to Summer resident your support as she seeks the entire Middle East are just skyrocket exponentially. By slashing our defense Macon, Ga. reelection for her final term in a few of the numerous hot the legislature, representing spots around the globe that spending so drastically, we Fryeburg, Brownfield, Porter, could ignite into major wars are playing Russian roulette Hiram and most of Lovell in at any time. with the lives of thousands House District 70. The Navy will be able to of brave Americans who are Cathy Newell buy just 32 littoral combat willing to place their lives Greenwood ships — the smallest and on the line in order to protect To The Editor: cheapest surface combatant the hundreds of millions of Rep. Helen Rankin is a instead of the 52 that they us who will never have to remarkable person, who overhad planned for. The Navy’s shoulder a weapon in defense came a difficult childhood hopes of having a 300-ship of America. with wonderful mentors in It has been said that a perfleet, the minimum it has long her community, as well as son who represents himself said is required to meet its at Goodwill-Hinkley School. To The Editor: in court has a fool for a cliglobal responsibilities, is now President Obama, Angus She is a model of service having fed several generations King, Chellie Pingree, Mike little more than a pipe dream. ent. I believe that applies to The a-10 Warthog class presidents who feel that they of students in SAD 55, and Michaud and the entire air support aircraft, which possess vastly more military advocated for child nutrition Democratic Party are very in Washington and Augusta. close to achieving their improved its overwhelmingly knowledge than the nation’s She earned her college goal of completely gutting deadly effectiveness during top commanders, who all the first Gulf War, the U-2 have decades of experience, degree from the University of America’s military. Hundreds of billions of spy plane and 11 Navy cruis- much of it in wartime. Southern Maine as an adult Because of Barack and is deeply committed to dollars have been cut from ers are all being retired before public education at all levels. the defense budget since the end of their service life, Obama’s overweening arroShe has actively volun- Barack Obama took office. even though they are in high gance and narcissism, he teered for her church and for We are currently on track demand by U.S. theater com- always considers himself to be the smartest person in the such projects as Habitat for toward a Navy smaller than manders. room. He takes advice from In what is perhaps the it was before World War I, Humanity. no one. Every recommendaheight of stupidity as well as an Army smaller than it was I first met Helen when I cruelty, the Obama administion made by him to military was able to bring her to Bethel in 1940, and an Air Force generals and admirals has tration is giving a pink slip to to offer training through that is smaller than it was at SAD 44 Adult Education for any time since World War II, 1,500 Army captains we well been contemptuously dismissed by this most egomafood service workers. I was and is acquiring fewer new as 500 majors. niacal of all presidents. These officers, all with a then delighted to renew our aircraft than it did back in The shambles that is presminimum of at least 10 years friendship when she sought 1915. ent day Iraq and soon to be of exemplary military serObama plans to shrink to serve her area in the Maine Afghanistan rests squarely on vice, are being told that their the U.S. Army from its curLegislature. She has been a the shoulders of this grossly years of sacrifice were all for wonderful legislator, serving rent 520,000 active-duty perunqualified man that curnaught and that their goal of on the Education Committee, sonnel down to 440,000 to and is deeply respected by 450,000, about the same size making the military a career rently sits in the oval office and who has more than two is kaput. colleagues on both sides of as Vietnam’s or Turkey’s. years left in his term in which These men and women, An army of 440,000 to the aisle. She was the sponsor of the bone marrow testing 450,000 troops is demon- who are among our nation’s to further his goal of dismanbill this spring, submitted at strably too small to handle best and brightest, will now tling the greatest nation in the the request of constituents, any wars larger than Iraq have to enter the civilian history of the world. If Christians and voters and was able to muster sup- or Afghanistan, which at workforce, where good jobs that believe in traditional are few and far between, their peak stretched a force port for a veto override. Helen is a friend, role of 570,000 to the breaking where their competition will American values sit on their have at least a 10-year advan- hands as they have in recent model and a mentor to me point. For decades, America’s tage on them. Such a slap in elections, we can consider and to many others. She has served her district with dis- defense posture was predicat- the fact is beyond disgrace- ourselves to be accomplices in the destruction of America. ed on the assumption that we ful. While the country’s defense May God bring us to our should be prepared to fight burden slips below 3% of senses before it is too late. two major conflicts at once. GDB, entitlement spending Robert M. Howe Jr. Russia, China, Iran, North is well over four times that Bridgton
Wonderful legislator
Shrinking our forces