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By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer She was just 12 years old when her sleep was broken on a misty May night to the sound of a heated argument, and then the unforgettable, “No!” Minutes later, the little girl bravely opened her bedroom door and found her mother on the floor. She did not move.

There was blood, everywhere.

Desperate to help her mother, the little girl ran nearly a mile barefoot, in the rain, in complete darkness, stopping at three homes only to be ignored. Finally, she found safety at a restaurant, and police were notified.

It was 1994. Bridgton awoke that morning to the startling news that a young woman — Crystal Perry — had been stabbed to death inside her Sweden Home ranch home.

Immediately, questions swirled. But, the one question that would baffle investigators for over a decade was, “Who could have committed such a heinous act?”

Ultimately, the murderer was identified — Michael Hutchinson, a local man who continued to live in Bridgton for 12 years. He is now serving a life sentence.

Whatever happened to the little girl — Crystal’s daughter, Sarah?

Today, Sarah is 35 years old. This week, she saw a seven-year project become a reality — the public release of her book, After the Eclipse: A Mother’s Murder, A Daughter’s Search.

To mark the release of the book, Sarah will return to

If I tried to talk about Mom and her death, people were often shocked into silence. Or, they would say insensitive things because they couldn’t incorporate this dramatic fact into their reality. I learned to seek out people who could handle hearing uncomfortable truths, who wouldn’t feel repelled by or AUTHOR Sarah Perry scared of me because I had has filled in many blanks gone through this terrible left by the tragic death thing.

of her mother in her first novel.

Bridgton on Wednesday, Oct. 18 to hold a special book signing, as well as a reading and Q&A session at the Magic Lantern.

While the conviction of Michael Hutchinson answered one question, Sarah discovered she had many more questions regarding her mother’s life, not just those final horrific hours. With her mother gone, Sarah sought to piece together through interviews with friends and family members just who Crystal was. The picture wasn’t always pretty. Crystal had a difficult upbringing, yet always dreamed of finding a true love. Several personal relationships were marred by heated arguments and failed, but Crystal — who worked at the Sebago Moc plant, which was on the site of the current Hannaford grocery store — always remained upbeat and determined to carve out a better life for herself and her

young daughter, Sarah.

Two days before Crystal was murdered, Sarah saw a partial eclipse of the sun. She thought it was a sign of good things to come for her and her mother. Instead, the wish for a better life was silenced when a stranger to Sarah entered the Route 93 home and stole her mother’s life.

Sarah’s dream was to become a writer.

“While growing up in Bridgton, I had dreams of becoming a writer. The Bridgton Library was a great resource, and my teachers were really supportive and encouraged me to write stories. And we had Stephen King nearby, so I had some idea of what it meant to be a published writer. That dream was disrupted by Mom’s death; imagination was no longer fun or safe,” wrote Sarah in an e-mail interview with The News. “But eventually, after the trial, I knew

I needed to tell this story.

It was the story that I was compelled to tell before I could work on anything else.

I wanted to create a memorial for Mom — something that focused on her life as much as (if not more than) her tragic death. I also wanted to make connections between everyday sexism and aggression and the more extreme violence that many women face. If we don’t eradicate this idea that women are less important than men, that they don’t have a right to their own bodies, these crimes will never stop happening.”

Sarah earned a master’s degree in nonfiction from Columbia University and received two notable writers’ fellowships. She now resides in Brooklyn, N.Y. and graciously answered the following questions posed by The News (these questions were sent prior to the BN having the opportunity to read the advanced reading copy sent to the newspaper): BN. What led you to pursue a career as a writer?

Sarah: From a very early age, I loved reading. It’s important to read as much as possible if you want to be a writer. Stories can serve not only as entertainment, but as tools for empathy and understanding. I wanted to harness that power. I also just always loved language — the pleasure of manipulating words, sentence structure and rhythm, and other craft elements to achieve different effects.

BN: For those residents here in Bridgton and the Lake BOOK, Page 2A

After the Eclipse: A Mother’s Murder, A Daughter’s Search 347 pages Publication date: Sept. 26, 2017 Sarah’s visit to Bridgton Author Sarah Perry will read portions of her first novel and hold a question-answer session on Wednesday, Oct. 18 at the Magic Lantern Theater in Bridgton at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m.

Copies of the book can be purchased at Bridgton Books (Main Street) for $27 plus tax, which entitles the buyer to attend Perry’s talk and have their book signed. Space at the Magic Lantern is limited, so purchase your copy as soon as possible.

What some reviewers’ said…

• Sarah Perry does a remarkable job recounting the harrowing tale of her mother’s murder and the long wait to find her killer. It is obvious this book has been thoroughly researched and painstakingly recounted, and while Sarah’s love for her mother clearly comes through, she does not let it alter the facts of the case. This is an important book that reminds the reader that social class, race, or gender should never affect how a crime is portrayed or perceived, and how each violent crime we read or hear about as we quickly EXCERPTS, Page 2A

Park, beach hours adjusted following complaints

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Those of you who enjoy a hike or fishing under the glow of moonlight will be able to do so in Bridgton without legal repercussions.

A “dawn to dusk” policy change this summer to limit public access to beaches and parks resulted in “some confusion” in regards to the intent and safety concerns raised by town department heads, which pushed for the curfew.

Some walkers voiced their displeasure of not being allowed to access parks after dusk. Tuesday, selectmen approved new time limits.

These hours of use take effect once appropriate signage is

in place: • Dawn to dusk would apply to the following town beaches: Woods Pond Beach, Highland Lake Beach, Plummers Landing Beach and Salmon Point Beach.

• Dawn to dusk would apply to these town parks: Skateboard area (off Depot Street), Willis Park, Sandy Creek Park, Perry Park, Farragut Park and Town Common.

• 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Harmon Field, Pondicherry Park and Sabatis Island.

• No hourly restrictions: Kramer’s Landing (boat launch at Highland Lake), Moose Pond boat landing, Woods Pond boat landing, Shorey Park, Veteran’s Park

and Dam Park.

Town Manager Robert Peabody pointed out that Harmon Field’s time was extended to 10 p.m. due to tournaments held there, and he noted that a number of people walk Pondicherry Park at all hours of the night, as caught on surveillance cameras.

“We’re doing our best to accommodate everyone’s needs,” he said.

In other selectmen’s meeting business: • Creating a Memorial School plan. When Board Chairman Greg Watkins had a conversation with SAD 61 Superintendent of Schools Al Smith regarding the future of the Bridgton Memorial

School property, the general feel was it’s time to move on the issue.

A key will be what Bridgton might want to do at the school site. SAD 61 likely wants to turn the school over to the town as long as its use poses no safety dangers to children.

One use could involve trains.

Through his monitoring of the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad, Peter Lowell made a connection with an individual in Boothbay, who has Bridgton stock engine cars, as well as other memorabilia material, and would like to return it here.

“The equipment is in great condition,” Lowell told

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — It would not be the first time that the residents and town officials of Casco tried to address the dangerous intersection at Routes 11 and 121.

It has been a serious problem for decades.

The state transportation department has offered a solution: A four-way stop to replace the yellow blinking lights.

On Tuesday night, the Casco Board of Selectmen held a public hearing to discuss this potential solution.

The half-dozen residents who testified were against the solution proposed by the Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT). The reasons cited were: confusion for drivers, more backed

up traffic at the busy intersection, and increased noise from commercial trucks braking and getting back into gear. Those who spoke were against the plan. However, locals suggested more signage and possibly rumble strips to truly get drivers to slow down prior to coming to the proposed four-way stop.

Residents attested to how dangerous the intersection is.

Jay Greeley, the co-owner of Kindred Farms Bakery & Market, said speeding was a behavior that contributed to accidents and safety concerns.

“I don’t have a specific solution. Nobody goes 45 mph through there,” he said.

“I invite anyone to come down, sit on our deck and just see for 10 minutes. Everyone is speeding or doing the roll-

ing stop.”

“We have a front row seat.

It is a dangerous intersection,” he said.

“When the accident with the trooper happened, we were in Westbrook. Five people called us to see if we were alright — they thought he ran his cruiser into the bakery building,” Greeley said. “I don’t know if they were worried about us or our product,” he quipped.

Recently, MDOT representatives and road engineers met with the selectmen. This meeting gave board members some insight as to why a full traffic signal was not an option.

At this point, the actual costs have not been calculated. Those will be addressed during the board’s Oct. 17 meeting.

Selectman Grant Plummer explained his take on the intersection after meeting with MDOT. “I walked into that meeting thinking about that intersection. I drive through it several times a day since I live on the Casco-Poland line,” he said. “People don’t understand what is happening. ‘Double yellow — what am I supposed to do?”

“Listening to the MDOT engineers, it was very insightful. It was based on science, data,” Plummer said.

“The safest [solution] is a four-way stop. There isn’t enough traffic for a traffic signal — the green, yellow, red lights. If you don’t have enough volume of traffic, people will take advantage of” a traffic signal, he said.

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selectmen. “Maybe the structure (Bridgton Memorial) could be a museum display space.”

Selectman Bear Zaidman suggested that the next step be a community workshop, bringing in various groups from Community

Development Committee members, the town’s Community Development Director Audrey Knight, and possibly developers, who might have a few ideas of what could be done there.

Peabody said now could be BRIDGTON, Page 8A

Fires spark call for public’s help

Bridgton has a fire bug problem.

Chief of Police Richard Stillman is seeking the public’s help with watching for suspicious activity after four separate fires were sparked early Tuesday morning.

The first fire was discovered at 2:19 a.m. at Highland Lake Beach, which resulted in the total loss of the lifeguard station, including all of the equipment stored for the season.

Fires were also set to porta-potties located behind Bridgton Books, Stevens Brook Elementary School and Junior Harmon Field.

The state’s fire marshal investigated the fire scenes.

If anyone saw suspicious activity or have surveillance cameras which may have picked up individuals in these areas during Tuesday’s early morning hours, please contact the Bridgton Police Department at 647-8814.

“Arson is a serious crime and will not be tolerated,” read Deputy Town Manager Georgiann Fleck during her report to the Bridgton Board of Selectmen. “Further, taxpayers’ money is spent to improve and beautify the town with various departments maintaining the infrastructure during the best and worst of weather conditions, only to have it heinously and needlessly destroyed. We are asking that the public be vigilant and assist in any way possible to prevent further destruction of our town’s amenities by reporting any suspicious activity to the Bridgton Police Department immediately.”

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Book was chance for Sarah to fill in blanks

(Continued from Page 1A) Region area that only remember you as a little girl, who tragically lost her mother, speak of some of the difficulties and challenges you faced growing up and how you overcame them?

Sarah: There’s a lot more about this in the book, but something that was particularly hard in the years after Mom’s death was a sense of alienation. I felt isolated from those around me, especially fellow students at school. If I tried to talk about Mom and her death, people were often shocked into silence. Or, they would say insensitive things because they couldn’t incorporate this dramatic fact into their reality. I learned to seek out people who could handle hearing uncomfortable truths, who wouldn’t feel repelled by or scared of me because I had gone through this terrible thing.

This has been true all my life, but was especially important when I was younger. Often, these people had been through challenges of their own, and we helped each other. I have a very strong “chosen family” of close friends who provide a lot of emotional support. I also have a few aunts — my mother’s sisters — who’ve loved me well. And I got a lot of validation out of being a good student. I had many

teachers who were invested in me. Furthering my education (through scholarship and loans) made me stronger and more confident and able to access advantages that Mom didn’t have when she was a young person.

One thing that’s hard about losing one’s mother, especially if you were born an only child, is that you no longer have anyone in the world for whom you are the most important person. You might have partners or best friends or relatives, but you can’t take it for granted that you will be #1. So you have to be a bit strategic; make sure that you build a strong support network of people who really care about you, so that if you’re going through a hard time, there’s more than one person to call. But this brings the advantage of making you seek out more love, both to give and to receive.

BN: How would you describe yourself today, and what goals have you set for yourself?

Sarah: I’m a pretty positive person, although I do have a tendency to worry about the future. Mom’s death was so sudden and shocking, and happened at such an impressionable age for me, I think I will always be sort of looking over my shoulder, trying to be prepared for the worst. On the other hand,

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she taught me to embrace joy, even in tough times, so that’s a big value for me. She had her own challenges and worries, but she was so charismatic and fun, and appreciated the little things. I try always to live with gratitude, to extend love where I can and to enjoy life. I think people often find me to be much less serious than they expect, if they know my story before they meet me. I want to continue to have adventures and take risks; to travel and to meet new people. I want to write another book within the next five years. I have a few ideas that I’m exploring, but nothing definite that I can share yet.

BN: Have your returned to Bridgton recently?

Sarah: I’ve been writing the book since 2010, and I put a lot of research into it, so over these past seven years, I’ve been to Bridgton a few times. I’ve conducted some interviews and visited Mom’s grave and driven past my old house. I’ve driven around and just thought about things, seen old landmarks, letting old memories and feelings come to me. I have also sometimes tried to make it fun. I brought a New York friend to the drive-in! He’d never been to one, and we had a blast. I hadn’t been in town in some time, and was nervous that the drivein, which I’d so loved growing up, would be gone. And then I discovered that it had doubled in size! Even the smallest changes in town are jarring to me. Bridgton has a McDonald’s? What world are we living in?

On a more serious note, being in Bridgton is complicated for me. It’s strange to know that a lot of people in town remember Mom’s death, and if I’m walking around downtown, I get worried that someone from my past will recognize me, but because I was a kid and this happened so long ago, I won’t remember them. On the other hand, I live in New York City now, so I’ve arguably become a sort of Summer Person, and that’s very strange for me. And even BOOK, Page 3A

FINAL RESTING PLACE for Crystal Perry is the North Bridgton cemetery. When it came time to choose a headstone, Sarah’s aunts decided upon the above pink headstone.

Sarah considered the choice too sentimental and pretty. “The pink heart was meant for a calmer death, someone who had wasted away with a chronic disease or died of old age, someone who had time to say goodbye…I didn’t want everything to be dressed up and made pretty. If I’d had my choice, the stone would have been hard and dark like the death; an angular chunk of polished black marble or a tall, sharp obelisk piercing the sky. I hated the idea of an unassuming pink thing sitting in a line with all of the other stones — well behaved, decorative. Undistinguished.”

‘After the Eclipse’ excerpts (Continued from Page 1A) swipe or turn the channel, has impacted and changed someone’s life forever.

• This book is just incredible. It’s a true crime mystery without any sensationalism. It’s a memoir about a woman whose mother was murdered at 30, while she was in another room of the house, and how that event shaped the author’s life. She was orphaned at 12, and didn’t find out who killed her mother for 12 more years.

But at it’s core, it’s about family, and identity. It’s a memoir about figuring out who you are in the wake of devastating grief without the one person who’s been there your whole life; it’s about understanding who your mother was as a woman, not just a mother; it’s about the people who come and go in your life, and who you do or don’t trust, and who remains; it’s about how, for better or worse, family helps define who you are.

The writing itself is gorgeous. That the events in this book actually hap-

FILLING IN THE BLANKS — Crystal Perry (left) was killed at the age of 30, and now in her 30s, daughter Sarah wrote a book as a way to find some answers. pened is heartbreaking, it’s every day of her life, and Perry’s account of it is and she brings that idea to powerful. The storyline not the forefront. Her memoir only relies on the author’s is courageous, it’s honest, memory, but on interviews and never indulges in selfwith family and friends, pity. research, and police docuI appreciated Sarah’s mentation. She often says candor. She acknowledges throughout the piece that her faults, the mistakes all this is her truth, and will of us make as adolescents. explain when other people She allows herself room to have remembered slightly ask questions, to wonder differently than her. about her mother’s moti• It’s easy, as a reader, vations, the relationships to think “this is an event she maintained with men that happened, once, a long and with her friends. She time ago,” but for Sarah, EXCERPTS, Page 3A Stephanie Butterfield is

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Book was chance for Sarah to fill in blanks (Continued from Page 2A) if it’s illogical, there is always a shadow of fear, and certainly one of sadness. I’m not very comfortable being in town for very long, or at night. That probably won’t ever change, but I have gotten

better at enjoying Bridgton, too. I love going into Renys, because even though it’s so different than it was when I was a kid, somehow it smells exactly the same.

BN: Have you ever confronted Michael Hutchinson?

Sarah: I have not spoken with Michael Hutchinson. I don’t think that would be a very useful exercise.

BN: What are your fondest memories of your mother?

Sarah: There are so many (many are in the book!). She

loved the beach, so I have a lot of good memories of going to Salmon Point on Long Lake, and driving to Old Orchard Beach (and riding that old carousel!). We went to the old Magic Lantern as often as we could, and

sometimes we’d go to the Planetarium in Portland. She was always curious about things and wanted to expose me to new experiences, but she was also just good at making everyday activities fun. We’d go on long Sunday

Some excerpts from ‘After the Eclipse’ (Continued from Page 2A) wonders about the fallacy of memory and about the unreliability of what you think you know about those close to you. The research is impeccable. Sarah refers to police transcripts, interviews, and personal remembrances, but this never reads like a sterile report; it’s like sitting with your best friend and listening to her tell you her story.

Excerpts from t2he book • My mother was full of energy and passion. She believed in the souls of housecats and in the melancholy of rainy days. She believed in hard work, and the energy she poured into her job — hand-sewing shoes at a factory — seemed boundless. She believed in spontaneity…She was graced with bright red hair, a golden tone of red I’ve seen only a handful of times.

As a child, I never tugged on the wrong coat sleeve in the grocery store, I never wandered away and got lost; I just kept that bright hair in sight.

• The night…I’ve been sleeping for hours, curled on my side and wedged among my many stuffed animals…

The stillness is shattered by my mother screaming, “No! No! No!” Over and over and over…I’m frozen bolt upright, palms flat beside my thighs, fingers clenching the sheets tighter and tighter as my mother continues to scream. She’s so loud it’s inside my every cell, so loud her screams turn the wall beside my bed to paper…We are maybe fifteen feet away from each other…My partially open door lets in faint orange light from the kitchen…I can only see down the hall, away from the screaming. I cannot risk opening the door farther and peering

around to see what is happening. I don’t need to see.

I need to survive…Mom is still screaming, “No!” I can think of nothing to do but wait, silently, and strain to piece sound into meaning…

Impossibly, her screaming gets louder. In that scream, I hear absolute terror, terror I didn’t even know existed…

Blood on the floor…blood on the chair…more pools and splatters, too many for me to take in…Her body is lying in front of the door…She is still.

• For the rest of my life, people will assume that my youth somehow wiped out the memory of the murder. It’s a thought they use to console themselves, not me. The thudding and the blood and the run along the road will always be

sharp and clear.

• Although I feared Maine and did not want to return (while living in Texas as a teen), I still considered it home, and would sometimes think wistfully of the tall pines that I’d left…Connection to Bridgton had to be on my terms. My former home had become a place I could barely look at on a map.

• This story will never be over. I could make calls and conduct interviews forever…I will never know exactly how and why we lost her: it is a puzzle I cannot solve, and even (Michael) Hutchinson probably doesn’t know the answer. I’ve had to find my own ending, decide for myself when to move on.

• As many times as I’ve

tried to remember, I have never been able to recall the hours before Mom and I went to bed that final night. They’re completely gone, wiped out by the violence that followed…My memory will not bring that evening back to me; imagination must suffice…

Mom smiles when she peeks her head around the door frame and says, “All ready?” I say, “Yeah!” and she comes to my bed. When she leans over to kiss my forehead, I see her freckled breastbone through a gap in the robe, and her hair makes a bright cave around me. She smells of vanilla perfume. We say I love you. We don’t know to say goodbye.

drives and listen to WBLM. She’d let me hang out with her on the porch while she waxed her strings for handsewing at the Shoe Shop.

Once, when we were living in North Bridgton with my grandmother, some teenagers smashed a huge Jack O’Lantern we’d carved together. She was so mad about it that she wrote a letter to The Bridgton News, calling them out. And you guys actually printed it!

BN: What were the biggest challenges writing the book?

What was your approach, how long did it take to write, and who were your biggest resources/help?

Sarah: There were so many challenges. On a technical level, the book covers a lot of time — from Mom’s childhood in the 1960s up through almost the present day. I had to figure out what to put in and what to leave out. I wanted to include other people’s experience of Mom’s death, rather than only my own, so that gave me BOOK, Page 5A

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Bridgton Police Department blotter These items appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter (this is a partial listing): Monday, September 18 12:01 a.m. In conducting a probation check at a Burnham Road residence, police discovered that the subject’s girlfriend had an active arrest warrant. When police confirmed the woman’s identity, she was placed under arrest and transported to jail.

10:09 a.m. After speaking with a man, who claimed he was being harassed, police went to a female’s place of employment and served her with a harassment order.

10:15 a.m. A caller informed police about a possible Medicare phone scam.

6:18 p.m. A motor vehicle crash on Hospital Drive resulted in police issuing a summons for leaving the scene of a property damage crash.

10:30 p.m. Police went to a South Bridgton Road residence for a noise complaint (yelling and loud music for two hours).

2:23 a.m. A male allegedly threatened to shoot the complainant while at the Big Apple on Main Street.

9:05 a.m. Police received a complaint regarding motorists speeding on Fowler Street.

12:41 p.m. Someone fired a shot at a truck on Nature’s Way. 4:36 p.m. Three offi-

cers were sent to a North High Street residence for a reported disturbance.

11:48 p.m. A subject allegedly was at a Main Street location and was in violation of a protection from abuse order. A trespass notice was issued.

Wednesday, September 20 4:55 a.m.

Officer Smolinksy responded to a report of a possible break-in at a Main Street residence.

9:35 a.m. A female, operating a blue Dodge truck, reportedly dumped a refrigerator in a Portland Road parking lot and left.

10:24 a.m. A woman reported to police that a suspect(s) had accessed her banking information and had created a check and deposited funds into a Virginia credit union account. The local bank’s fraud division is investigating the matter.

12:24 p.m. A woman found a bag of marijuana inside her son’s backpack, and asked police to destroy the drugs.

6:05 p.m. A local store reported the possible theft of an item from a drink cooler.

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Officer Gaumont responded to a juvenile problem at the elementary school.

Thursday, September 21 6:49 a.m. A single vehicle crash occurred on South High Street. No injuries were reported.

7:49 a.m. Police attempted to locate a van, which

reportedly was traveling at excessive speed (about 80 mph) and nearly caused two accidents near Macdonald Motors.

2:52 p.m. A two-vehicle crash with personal injury occurred at the intersection of Chadbourne Hill Road and Upper Ridge Road.

8:58 p.m. A caller told police that someone broke into his garage on Middle Ridge Road and placed an “animal in there and it is destroying the garage.”

9:59 p.m. A caller reported that someone stole her son’s phone at a soccer field in Naples.

Friday, September 22 11:09 a.m. A motor vehicle crash occurred in the Chase Street parking lot.

Saturday, September 23 10:43 a.m.

Police responded to a disturbance (a physical altercation) on Harrison Road.

12:57 p.m. When a woman left Renys, she didn’t see her car and thought it had been stolen. After calling police, the woman found the car on the opposite side of Renys.

1:23 p.m. Police issued a motorist a summons for speeding (30 to 35 mph over the posted limit) on Portland Road.

2:20 p.m. A driver backed into another vehicle while leaving a parking space on Portland Road.

3:19 p.m. Police were alerted that a bicycle was submerged into the brook between Frances Bell Drive

and Depot Street.

Sunday, September 24 12:50 a.m. Police were alerted by the Oxford County Sheriff’s Office that a rollover had occurred on Waterford Road in Sweden, and the driver, who was possibly injured, had left the scene.

7:37 a.m. A resident requested to speak with an officer regarding a suspicious male, who was caught on videotape, on the caller’s property between 11 p.m. and midnight.

1:06 p.m. A caller told police that she and her husband went next door to discuss a road dispute and the neighbor allegedly pushed the caller’s husband down and held him down, yelling at him.

6:40 p.m. A Wildwood Road resident reported that a contractor was running a chain saw every night for the last few days, and wondered if there was an ordinance prohibiting use after a certain hour. There is no such ordinance, police told the caller.

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Officer Swiatek responded to a Portland Road location where three to four kids reportedly were running into Route 302, lying down and then running back to a yard. Officer Swiatek located the four children and spoke to them.

7:31 p.m. Police handled a threatening complaint, involving an incident on Sweden Road.

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Fryeburg Police These items appeared on the Fryeburg Police Department log (this is a partial listing): Monday, September 18 4:59 a.m. Police checked the well-being of a subject on Main Street. The individual was transported to the hospital.

7:54 p.m. A report of a suspicious person at the fairgrounds was investigated.

Tuesday, September 19 2:55 a.m. A report of suspicious activity at a Main Street store was checked.

Wednesday, September 20 1:41 a.m. Police assisted Fryeburg Rescue with a call on Howe Street.

3:10 a.m. A theft of a motor vehicle on Dearborn Drive was reported.

1:01 p.m. A warning was issued after police responded to a drug complaint at a Main Street store.

2:11 p.m. A stolen motor vehicle was recovered along the power lines behind the middle school.

2:54 p.m. Police responded to a report of a theft of a motor vehicle from an auto service business on Portland Street.

5:51 p.m. Police investigated a report of an abandoned vehicle at Walker’s Landing off Bridgton Road.

9:30 p.m. A report of suspicious activity on Preble Drive was checked.

Thursday, September 21 7:47 p.m. Police served a summons at a Bridgton Road location.

8:19 p.m. Police assisted Fryeburg Rescue with a call on Cross Street.

10:14 p.m. A noise complaint at Canal Bridge was unfounded.

Friday, September 22 7:45 a.m. A motor vehicle crash occurred on Main Street.

12:48 p.m. A theft occurred at a Portland Street business.

10:35 p.m. A report of suspicious activity on Lyman Drive was received.

11:15 p.m. Police checked an abandoned vehicle in a Bridgton Road parking lot.

11:45 p.m. Police checked a report of a suspicious person at a Main Street store.

Saturday, September 23 1:56 a.m. Suspicious activity on River Road was reported.

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4-way stop considered

(Continued from Page 1A) Drivers will say to themselves, “There is no traffic; and they will run the red light.”

For the people of Casco, the four-way stop is the best option, he said. He invited residents to observe the effectiveness of the four-way stop in Standish.

“There is one in Standish at the intersection of Route 35 and Route 114. It is a well-oiled machine. People know what they are doing,” Plummer said.

Resident Phil Shane, who has served on the Maine

School Administrative District (MSAD) 61 Board of Directors, said he was flat out opposed to the plan.

“You would have more problems. People don’t realize that you would have noise pollution and you would have air pollution. This is going to go on in the middle of the night that people will be stopping there,” he said.

“Some trucks will use the Jake brake to stop,” he said, adding when the tractor-trailers start moving, it will add to the noise levels.

“Contractors could stand to lose a trip a day — that

is money to them,” he said, listing Poland Springs and Hancock Lumber as some of the businesses that utilize Route 11 for transporting products.

“It would be pretty devastating to the trucking industry on Route 11,” he said.

Later, Shane said he had hoped more contractors and businesses would have shown up to the public hearing. The town manager said the town had notified those companies that relied on Route 11 for their business.

Resident and former selectman Barbara York said she was speaking for herself and a couple other people who could not make it to the hearing.

“We are all against the four-way stop,” she said. “If you can imagine the cars backed up and waiting to see who goes first until someone” flies through the stop sign, causing a pileup and injuring more people.

“I cannot imagine what the bakery is going to do.

They will have cars backed up and stopped and people trying to turn because” the bakery’s entrance is off Route 121, York said.

Eric Dibner, who serves on the Open Space Commission, provided his opinion.

“Whatever we do to slow traffic with signs and sig-

THE INTERSECTION of Route 121 (Meadow Road) and Route 11 (Poland Springs Road) is notorious for vehicular accidents and close calls. The Town of Casco held a public hearing on Tuesday to consider a four-way stop there.

(De Busk Photo) nals, we should do it in a good way,” he said. “I realize that the stop signs are big.

But, anything with flashing lights or rumble strips that makes people pay attention” would help people adjust to the four-way stop.

“Rumble strips make people pay attention,” he said.

Casco Town Manager Dave Morton provided some history of the intersection.

“This has been going on for 30-plus years. This has been identified as a dangerous intersection. About 15 years ago, we had a discussion with the public. MDOT said the safest is a four-way stop,” Morton said.

But MDOT will not install the stop signage until the town agrees, he said.

“We have gone full circle again. It is still a dangerous intersection. We still have bad accidents,” Morton said.

“Given the number of

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light can be seen a half-mile away.”

“A four-way stop is the best opportunity to make the accidents less severe because traffic would be going slower,” Morton said.

Pot law talk

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — It is not a matter of if but when.

That age-old adage holds true to the recreational use marijuana legalization law that goes into effect next year.

In this case, the jackpot question is where?

The “what” is marijuana retail shops; and those will crop up in towns around Maine. The “where” is something towns will be able to control with thoughtful, proactive land use policies. In most cases, towns can take time to create those policies after putting a marijuana moratorium in place.

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Final withdrawal hearing in books, vote up next Editor’s note: The following account of Tuesday’s public hearing regarding Sebago withdrawing from SAD 61 was written by Allen Crabtree, who has served as the Withdrawal Committee’s clerk.

SEBAGO — Sebago Board of Selectmen Chairman Ann Farley opened the public hearing at the Sebago town offices at 7 p.m., on Tuesday, Sept. 26. The meeting room at the town offices was filled with 75 Sebago taxpayers and interested citizens.

Lakes Region TV videotaped the hearing.

There were handouts for the audience including an information sheet and proposed budget for the new school administrative unit, copies of letters of encouragement from other towns who have successfully withdrawn from their school districts, and a copy of the negotiated withdrawal agreement.

“We are here to discuss Sebago’s withdrawal from the SAD 61 school district and, hopefully, to answer questions you may have,” she said. “There will be a vote here on withdrawal on Tuesday, Nov. 7, and I urge

you to come out and vote.”

She then introduced educational consultant Dr. Mark Eastman and attorney Dan Stockford, who have been working with Sebago’s Withdrawal Committee for the past year and a half.

Eastman introduced the Sebago Withdrawal Committee — Lisa Johnson (Sebago PTO), Tim Mayberry (Sebago Selectman), Joe McMahan (MSAD 61 School Board member), and Richard Merritt (former SAD 61 School Board member). The committee was appointed by the selectmen after Sebago voters overwhelmingly approved to begin the withdrawal process in February 2016 with a vote of 385 in favor and 58 opposed.

With a PowerPoint presentation, he and Stockman then described Sebago’s history with SAD 61, what is proposed, what it is likely to cost, and what the future will hold for Sebago Elementary School as a new public School Administrative Unit.

“We are at this point because of long-standing and real concerns that SAD 61 could close Sebago Elementary School, and

under state law there is little that the town can do to prevent it,” said Eastman. “If the school were closed, Sebago students would be bused to other district elementary schools, which would entail long bus rides each way for our youngest children. This was not acceptable to Sebago parents and taxpayers, and not in the interests of providing the best education for our elementary students.”

The Withdrawal Committee tried unsuccessfully to get a guarantee from the district that would keep Sebago Elementary open.

When that effort failed, the committee negotiated an agreement with the district to withdraw. This agreement will allow Sebago to establish their own separate Sebago School Administrative Unit, run it, and keep Sebago Elementary School open for the community and school children. Sebago students will still be able to attend Lake Region Middle and High Schools and will also have other choices.

Eastman and Stockford have worked with several of the 26 other towns that have withdrawn from their school

districts since 2013. Many have done so because, like Sebago, their town school was in danger of being closed, and they had a strong desire to give them control of the education of their kids and to preserve and foster the vitality of their community.

Several of these towns who have successfully withdrawn from their districts and set up their own independent local schools sent letters of encouragement. Sebago residents Doug Newton, Donelle Allen, Mary MacKinnon, Claudia Lowe and Grover Newcomb read letters from the towns of Stratton/Eustis, Athens, Cherryfield and Andover.

Both Stockford and Eastman, as well as the committee, emphasized that the agreement that has been negotiated with SAD 61 and which has been conditionally approved by the Maine Department of Education is a fair agreement that benefits Sebago, and urged that voters approve it at the Nov. 7 referendum.

There were a number of questions from the audience about the potential cost of running our own school,

Obituaries

Duane Decker

Elizabeth A. Greenleaf BETHEL — Elizabeth Ann Greenleaf, 78, of Bethel, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2017.

Ann was born and raised in Upton, and graduated from Gould Academy in 1957. In that same year she married the love of her life, Eldon Greenleaf, on July 7th.

Ann managed and helped run two family businesses for many years: the Citgo in Bethel and The Greenleaf Funeral Home. Ann was a longtime employee of the Bethel Inn and the U.S. Postal Service.

She enjoyed painting, baking goodies for her boys, playing with her great-granddaughter, Sadie, watching her grandson Josh play the drums, going to her grandson Bo’s plays and concerts, and sharing in many laughs and deep conversations with “her girls,” Leora and Kayla. Some of Ann’s fondest memories were spending time out to camp, cuddling with her little dog Harley, watching her youngest granddaughter get married, talking with her best friend and sister Mary every day, and being able to live in her own home and share many experiences with her oldest granddaughter.

Ann was a very kind, caring and loving person, who loved her family dearly. She was so proud of her boys, not only in their racing careers, which she mentioned often, but for the families they created.

Ann was devoted to the care and well-being of her son Nathaniel, and so proud of the accomplishments he had in the Special Olympics.

Ann will be missed for her ability to make anyone who came into her home feel like “family,” she was “Grammie Greenleaf” to many.

She will forever be in our hearts.

Ann was predeceased by her mother and father, Elise and Howard Douglass; two brothers, Nelson and John Douglass; her husband Eldon Greenleaf; and her son Douglass Greenleaf.

She is survived by her two sisters, Mary Davis and husband Larry, and Valsora Tibbets and husband Mike. She is also survived by her two sons, Nathaniel Greenleaf and Nathan Greenleaf and his wife Sandra; two grandsons, Josh Burkett and his significant other Jessica Colbert and Bowen Greenleaf; her granddaughters Leora Greenleaf and Kayla Small and her husband Anthony; and a great-granddaughter Sadie Small. Ann would have also wanted to recognize two men who helped her in times of need and who were like sons to her: Ricky Angevine and Mark McPherson.

Ann’s visiting hours will be held on Fri., Sept. 29th, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Chandler Funeral Home, Greenleaf Chapel, 37 Vernon St., Bethel. A graveside service will be held Saturday, Sept. 30th, at the Mount Will Cemetery in Bethel at 11 a.m. A celebration of life potluck gathering will follow the service at Ann’s camp on Songo Pond. The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made in honor of Ann to the Special Olympics. Donations can be made online at https:// give.specialolympics.org/page/contribute/maine%20. Online condolences may be shared with her family at www.chandlerfunerals.com

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WESTBROOK — Duane Decker, 74, of Westbrook, died unexpectedly on Monday, Sept. 18, 2017 at Mercy Hospital.

Born in Sebago, Duane was the son of the late Lindley and Eleanor (Cushman) Decker. He graduated from Potter Academy in 1961. Following school, Duane was drafted by the United States Army, where he served in France during the Vietnam War. Following his honorable discharge, Duane returned back home to Maine, where he worked as an operations manager for Maine Hardware and later Redlon and Johnson and F.W. Webb, all jobs he enjoyed for over 40 years.

Duane married Elane MacLean on Sept. 14, 1996. Together, they shared 21 years of marriage full of laughter and love. Duane was always known to be doing something. Whether it was puttering in his garage, restoring old furniture or even something as simple as changing a light in a closet, Duane always had a project. In addition, he enjoyed watching boxing, especially the fighters at the Portland Boxing Club. His family remembers how he was always interested in going to matches at the Expo, and closely followed local boxers. Above all else, Duane will forever be remembered for his love of togetherness. He enjoyed being surrounded by his family and friends, especially at his famous lobster bakes and barbecues. He had a wonderful sense of humor and could always make people laugh.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Elane Decker of Westbrook; children, Kathy Giobbi of Portland, Stephanie Skelton of Standish, Michael Leahy of Haverhill, Mass., Tom Leahy of Portland and Anthony Decker of Westbrook; nine grandchildren and his greatgrandchildren; sisters, Leanne Reinhard of Naples and Linda Gadbois of Sebago; an aunt and several nieces and nephews.

Visiting hours were held on Saturday, Sept. 23 at the ConroyTully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. Duane’s celebration of life was held in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Carin MacLean Foundation, www.CarinMacLeanFoundation.com or to the Portland Boxing Club, www.portlandboxingclub.org/donate/

Dale J. McBurnie PUNTA GORDA, FLA. — Dale John McBurnie, 77, of Punta Gorda, Fla., formerly of Denmark, Maine, passed away Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, at home.

He is survived by his wife Sandra of 54 years; and their three children, Rhonda Frisch (Mark), Allison Williams (Jim) and Brian McBurnie (Joan). He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Alexandra, Brittany and Max Frisch; James and Victoria Williams; and Jackson McBurnie; and three great-grandchildren, Leilani, Kai and Lily. Dale had three brothers: Robert, Keith, and David McBurnie.

Born in Fort Fairfield, Maine, Dale attended Aroostook County public schools and graduated from Burdett College in Boston, Mass. Dale enjoyed a long and successful career as a businessman.

He began his career in management with Agway, but soon bought and developed McBurnie Oil and Country Gas in Denmark, a business he operated with his wife, Sandra, for 33 years.

On retiring, they moved to Punta Gorda and became permanent Florida residents.

A lifelong advocate of the state of Maine, Dale was a member of the Denmark Lions Club, serving as the King Lion, and he served on the Denmark School Board and held other important positions in the community.

Dale’s life was one of celebration! He enjoyed life and especially enjoyed sharing the pleasures of life with others. He and his wife Sandra regularly hosted gatherings of friends for cards, board games, dinners, or to watch the Patriots. He loved boating and he loved golf. He created and hosted the Punta Gorda Open, a spring golf tournament that annually drew players and friends from several states. Dale was also famous for the Dale McBurnie rules of golf, which allowed for an extra shot on the first hole of the day, included a mulligan on each nine, and featured a very lenient perspective on gimmies.

Dale was very proud of his home state. He thought Maine produced the best russet potatoes, the tastiest clams and mussels, and the richest lobsters available anywhere. But no matter his views on such subjects, he was a compassionate and kind man to those who needed help. He will be missed by his family and his many friends. He was a good man.

A celebration of Dale’s life will be held in Denmark, at the Denmark Municipal Building on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 2 to 6 p.m.

An additional Celebration of Life will be held in Punta Gorda, at a date to be determined.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Denmark Lions Club, PO Box 868, Denmark, ME 04022.

the condition and age of the school building, Sebago’s obligation to SAD 61 debt service loans and when they would be paid off, starting a pre-kindergarten program in Sebago, moving Grade 6 back to Sebago, special education, renovations to the common room or addition of new rooms, etc. The mood of the crowd was supportive and orderly, and it was clear that people had come to learn more about the process.

Eastman explained that the town is now at Step 17 of a long 22-step process required by the Maine Department of Education.

The next step will require

approval by Sebago voters and, if successful, the process of establishing a Sebago School Administrative Unit may proceed, with its creation in July 2018.

The public hearing was concluded at 8:30 p.m.

Eastman, Stockford and committee members urged voters to support this referendum article that will be on the Nov. 7 ballot. It reads as follows: “Do you favor the withdrawal of the Town of Sebago from School Administrative District No. 61 subject to the terms and conditions of the withdrawal agreement dated July 20, 2017?”

Board listens to legal counsel bids

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Local selectmen heard the presentations of two law firms that had placed bids to be the legal counsel for the Town of Naples.

Earlier in the year, the Naples Board of Selectmen had talked about it, and decided to open up bids for its legal counsel contract.

Once those bid proposals had been submitted, the selectmen decided to schedule presentations of two law firms that might be able to fit the needs of the town.

A list of the specific needs of the town was recapped by the Chairman Jim Grattelo on Sept 18, prior to the workshop, which started at 6 p.m.

“As part of the presentation, we would like to hear about the firm and some of the towns you represent,” he said.

“We are a growing town and we are a small town. We don’t want to be a small fish in a big sea,” Grattelo said.

Land use, shoreland zoning and lakes issues will need to be addressed, Grattelo said.

As a town with a lot of lakes, there are issues specific to a town with public and private water access.

The Town of Naples has numerous ordinances that need to be updated, too; and the townspeople have set aside money to pay an ordinance consultant to help the town tackle that job, Grattelo said.

Naples has experienced growth in its business sector and a healthy building permit season so planning for future growth is another priority, he said.

During the workshop, the selectmen listened to the presentations from the two professionals, each representing a different law firm that was competing for the contract with the Town of Naples.

Attorney Amy Tchao, of DrummondWoodsum Attorneys at Law, was first to speak.

Attorney Harry Center II, with Woodman Edmands Danylik Austin Smith & Jacques, P.A., spoke second.

DrummondWoodsum is a 70-person law firm, which represents about a dozen towns in Maine including Harrison and Bridgton, according to Attorney Tchao.

DrummondWoodsum represents far fewer towns than other firms of the same size, she said.

“In many ways, our municipal practice is a boutique practice,” she said, later repeating that phrase.

“We can practice with a deep bench. We can call on people in our firm” for specific areas of expertise, Tchao

said.

Some of those specific areas which Tchao mentioned include Shoreland Zoning enforcement, drafting a marijuana moratorium, and creating an interlocal milfoil-prevention agreement.

In fact, the “firm has had extensive experience with milfoil.” [Attorney] Dick Spencer worked with [Lakes Environmental Association Director] Peter Lowell and others to get the Milfoil law passed in late 1990,” Tchao said.

She suggested form-based codes to address growth in the town. Those codes would not change the land use, but form-based codes would dictate the façade or appearance of a business building so that the town’s character is evident and continuous in the commercial districts.

DrummondWoodsum has, in the past, directly dealt with many of the issues near and dear to Naples’ residents, she said. Additionally, Drummond employees thought the town and the law firm were wellsuited, she said.

“For the Town of Naples, when we got the RFP our firm wanted to bid for the work,” Tchao said. “It fits our town size, our type of practice.”

From the law firm of Woodman Edmund, which has about 18 lawyers on staff, Attorney Center said that the Town of Naples would get his undivided attention.

“I will be the primary person representing you,” he said. “You would be the only municipality I would be representing.”

Center also represents Saco’s sewer district, which is not affiliated with the municipality, he said.

Center is no stranger to municipal law.

“In ‘92, I was the city attorney for the City of Biddeford.

I learned that municipal law in Biddeford is a blood sport.

The first year, there was no town manager…and I attended every City Council meeting,” he said.

In Biddeford, the town attorney contract was revisited every two years, he said.

“I served under four different mayors. Two of the last ones — their goal was to remove me.”

Center also represented the Town of Waterboro, which has a town manager style of government, he said.

He said he was very familiar with land use laws, and the firm would provide the resources the town needed “to handle anything that comes along.”

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Partnership proves to be great InVEST-ment When schools and businesses work together, promising results occur.

A learning relationship between Chalmers Insurance Group in Bridgton and Lake Region Vocational Center has resulted in bringing insurance education to the classroom, while also landing national recognition for the agent and teacher involved.

Dottie Chalmers Cutter of Chalmers Insurance Group has been named InVEST Agent of the Year, while LRVC instructor John Mayo has been selected InVEST Teacher of the Year.

InVEST is a unique national program that educates high school and community college students on insurance, financial services and risk management topics, and encourages them to pursue a variety of careers in the insurance industry.

InVEST provides all the educational materials and tools necessary to launch an InVEST insurance education program.

These interactive materials — specifically created to appeal to the millennial generation — include an online e-book, lesson

plans, textbooks and activities.

Best of all, the resources are free thanks to the generous support of partner companies and independent insurance agents.

The InVEST Teacher of the Year award acknowledges an InVEST teacher who has made substantial contributions to his or her InVEST students. These individuals are often nominated by agent liaisons, state and/or local agents’ associations or students.

Judging was based on the teacher’s rapport with students and agents, dedication to the program and students, promotion of the program, and interest in the subject matter and additional details included in essay.

Mayo, who teaches business management at LRVC, said, “InVEST has enhanced my business management program, and has provided some great events and guest speakers.

People in the industry have been willing to take time out of their busy schedules to work with my students. Over the years, my InVEST students have been able to attend field trips to both the Chalmers Insurance Agency

and to Patriots Insurance.

Several participants really enjoyed doing job shadows, and one of them spent the whole day with a claims adjuster.”

He added, “Having insurance agents come into the classroom to give presentations and even teach ‘quoting’ to the students is great. The students get to role play with different agents, and they’re given scenarios like buying auto insurance, homeowners insurance, or even insurance to start a business.”

Besides working from the textbook throughout the semester, students develop a business plan for their own (simulated) insurance agency.

“They really enjoy coming up with different names, logos and taglines for their agencies.

Then they vote on the best ones and the class creates posters and business cards — working in small groups and using their business plan as a guideline for running the agency,” Mayo said. “We’ve also been invited to participate in roundtable discussions with insurance professionals at a Young Agents conference, where students had

(Continued from Page 5A) of this legislation,” she said.

“It is not going to be easy. We are grappling with it as we speak,” she said.

Austin suggested pulling together with area towns and holding a workshop on moratoriums and what the legislation will mean for the Lake Region.

“It is important for you to get ahead of this. It is not

whether you will have retail but where,” Austin said. “It is where: Not near schools, day cares, churches. Where in this town would you feel safe with some of these facilities going in?”

Prior to Austin taking the podium, Rep. Jessica Fay spoke to the selectmen.

“The big issue is the marijuana legalization implementation. There was a

hearing today [Tuesday] on the bill that we will be voting on in special session,” she said.

“For Casco, there is a lot of local control built into that bill,” she said.

“There is a wide range for you to tailor what you want.

That is the good news. The bad news is Casco wants to decide what it wants to do,” Fay said.

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the opportunity to interact with CEOs, agency owners, underwriters, actuaries, claims adjusters, and many other professionals.”

Mayo said it can be a challenge sometimes to keep students engaged in textbook subject matter, but it’s gratifying when they understand how insurance can relate to their personal lives.

“The students really shine when we start the agency simulation process. I emphasize to my students that they don’t have to just sell insurance in this industry; there are careers from accountants to computer technicians to social media marketers. It’s an industry that has many opportunities and a variety of jobs,” he said. “One of my students showed a great interest in insurance and eventually received an InVEST scholarship. He’s now in college and considering a career in risk management.”

Dottie Chalmers Cutter, who is vice president of operations at Chalmers Insurance Group, is the fourth generation of Chalmers to work in the family insurance business.

“I first learned about InVEST through my involvement with the Maine Young Agents Committee. Lake Region Vocational High School (my alma mater) in Naples has an excellent InVEST program, and every autumn I visit their classroom to give an insurance presentation,” she said. “I love working with InVEST students and sharing my knowledge with hopes of encouraging them to join the insurance industry and even consider employment at our agency. Serving as an InVEST volunteer has been an

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Cutter said. “Insurance is so much more than sales. If students are interested in marketing, human resources, business management, claims, underwriting, accounting or customer service, they can find a good fit in the insurance industry. My goal is to open their eyes and introduce them to all these different career options.”

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The Chalmers Insurance Group also offers a paid summer internship program geared toward junior and senior college students studying business, marketing and/or finance.

“It’s tailored to their major to provide meaningful projects that will both move our company initiatives forward and give the interns hands-on experience in their field of interest,” Chalmers

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Bridgton notes (Continued from Page 1A) a good time to dust off “charettes” that were developed from public input regarding use of the property, as well as reviewing the Brownfield Grant paperwork as to environmental findings at the site.

“I would hate to see us reinvent the wheel since we had a number of meetings on this,” Peabody said.

The workshop will be held on Thursday, Nov. 9 at 6 p.m.

Money talk. Fire Chief Stephen Fay publicly thanked New England Fire Equipment & Apparatus Corp. of North Haven, Conn., for its “gen-

erous extrication equipment donation of $22,436.”

“This afforded the Bridgton Fire/Rescue Department the ability to equip our Engine Company #4 and Engine Company #6 with basic hydraulic extrication tools consisting of a gasoline powered hydraulic pump, a 30-foot hose, and a combination spreader/cutting tool for both as well as an additional cutting tool for Engine #6,” Fay said. “This donation has allowed us to equip the new Engine #5 with two complete sets of extrication tools.”

Chief Fay noted that once

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(Continued from Page 6A) officials about establishing a marijuana moratorium. His firm could draft a moratorium to guide how the retail industry develops, he said.

“There are all kinds of new issues with respect to the marijuana issue,” he said.

Also, the Town of Naples’ municipal ordinances should comply with State of Maine Ordinances. That includes adopting a code for expanding structures in the Shoreland Zone, he said.

“I cannot compliment DrummondWoodsum enough.

Hopefully, you will have a difficult decision between their firm and ours,” Center said at the beginning of his presentation.

The board withheld any comment about the legal firm bid or the presentations except that it would make a decision in two weeks.

The board’s next regular meeting is Monday, Oct. 2.

To view the presentations, go to Lake Region Television’s webpage, www.lakeregiontv.org and click on Naples Selectboard Workshop 9-18-2017. Residents may also check the viewing schedule for Cable TV.

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Engine #5 is put into service, it will serve a dual purpose as a “traditional” engine, as well as a “technical” rescue squad.

“Operationally, this affords the Town of Bridgton to have three fire companies located on the busiest routes in our town to have technical rescue capability. Our total cost to do this was $12,000,” Chief Fay noted.

On a separate note, Chief Fay applied and has been accepted to attend the National Fire Academy, located in Emmitsburg, Md., from Jan. 14 to Jan. 19, 2018.

The Academy is governed by the United States Fire Administration, offering curriculum that provides specialized training and education not otherwise available through state fire training agencies and local fire departments.

• Additionally, the town accepted a $400 donation from the Ed Rock Community Spirit Fund of the Maine Community Foundation. The money will be applied to the Bridgton Rec Summer Camp to be used for a 2018 summer field trip.

• Bill Preis presented the town a check for $300 from the Rec Ping Pong players. For the past 13 years, ping pong

has been played at the Town Hall on North High Street.

As a sign of appreciation, the group presented selectmen a 20-by-24 portrait of the old Town Hall as it was in 1910. Previously known as the Bridgton Town House, the hall was built in 1851 and is the oldest town-owned building in Bridgton.

Preis read an inscription on the portrait (which is made of heavy gauge aluminum allowing for it to be displayed inside or outdoors — the portrait will be installed in the Town Hall’s vestibule), which noted that in 1902 the building was renovated and 21-feet added to the rear of the structure, and that the current outside column was mistakenly placed upside down — which it still remains today.

Preis noted that while ping pong play is for free Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m., players made donations totaling $300 (this was the fourth time a donation was made), which will be used for Bridgton Rec’s Summer Camp field trip fund.

• Finally, the question has been raised of whether money returned by the state to Bridgton from snowmobile registrations (which are pro-

cessed by local town office employees) should be used to reduce local taxes or given to the snowmobile club for trail and equipment maintenance?

Resident Bill Vincent said the rebate is “not free money,” and the town should recoup the money to cover its costs of operation. And, he added, if the town allows the snowmobile club to take the rebate, the next group in will be allterrain vehicle enthusiasts.

Town officials will look again at this issue.

Stones for sale. The granite stones removed from the Moose Pond Causeway can now be purchased for $300 each. The town reserves the right to limit the number of stones sold per individual.

The purchaser must pay in advance before picking the stones up at the Public Works Department. Arrangements are to be made with Public Works Director Jim Kidder (647-1127).

Proceeds from stone sales will be deposited in the Moose Pond Trust Fund.

Rocks are troublesome.

Roger Willbee enjoys boat rides on Highland Lake, but getting his craft out of the water can be somewhat troublesome.

Willbee told selectmen that rocks within the launch area caused significant scratches to his boat, and asked officials to remove them.

Kidder later told selectmen part of the problem is people “powering out” their boats onto trailers, which in turn, creates big holes. He will consult with Code Enforcement Officer Rob Baker regarding what work can be done at the launch once the water levels drops.

Personnel matters.

Administrative Assistant Brenda Day successfully completed the State of Maine Internal Plumbing and Subsurface Wastewater exams.

“This gives Brenda the authority to inspect septic systems and plumbing installations. This advancement gives the town a back-up when Rob Baker, CEO, is unavailable,” Deputy Town Manager Georgiann Fleck reported.

Transfer Station Manager Robert “Bob” Fitzcharles is back at work following an extended leave of absence.

• Next meetings: The next selectmen’s meetings are scheduled for Oct. 10 and Oct. 24.

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Bike for Books fundraiser is this Saturday NORTH CONWAY, N.H. — MTB Adventure Rides — Registration is now open Fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. for the North Conway Library 30.

Annual Bike For Books Join in a day of mountain biking fun for bikers of all levels with a great opportunity to explore the trails in North Conway and help raise money for the North Conway Library, the Valley’s free community library.

All routes are self-guided rides on trails clearly marked especially for the event by Eastside Bike Guides. There is almost no pavement riding. Signed loops showcase some of the best mountain biking trails in Northern New England for riders of all ages and abilities: two easy loops in Whitaker Woods suitable

for kids, families, and novice riders; one long intermediate loop; and several expert loops on technically-challenging trails for experienced bikers.

Have fun learning new trails at your own pace, on your own or with a group of friends. Bike for an hour or all day; easy or technically difficult routes — it’s your choice!

Riders should be on mountain bikes with knobby tires and children should have some off-road cycling experience. During the ride there will be a snack stop with food and drink mid-course, and also a mechanical support tent. After the ride, join other riders for a pizza lunch, hot soup, fresh coffee, and delicious desserts.

For the second time in its 15-year history, Bike For Books will focus on North Conway’s Eastside for the intermediate and expert rides, while children and beginner riders will enjoy the easy forest trails in Whitaker Woods.

North Conway’s Eastside was written up in NEMBA’s SingleTracks magazine as one of the great places for mountain biking in New England!

Registration will be held on the day from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Whitaker Woods Homesite in North Conway.

Fees to register are $25 for

individuals, $45 per couple, $60 for a family of four, and $15 for students 16 and under.

Free event water bottles will be given to the first 120 riders. If you want to raise extra money for the North Conway Library’s children’s room, this is an appreciated option and top fundraisers will get prizes.

Registration and pledge forms may be downloaded from the library’s website.

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Garden Club Bulb Sale

The Lakeside Garden Club will be holding its annual bulb sale on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., on Depot Street, behind Renys. Come along and get a packet of seven beautiful daffodils for just $10. Proceeds from the sale will go to support conservation programs in Bridgton and Harrison elementary schools. Visit www. lakesidegardenclub.co.nr for more information

Socrates Café

The Socrates Café will meet on Monday, Oct. 2, at the Bridgton Community Center, from 6:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

A meet and greet session will take place from 6:15 to 6:30 p.m., and the discussion will follow. This meeting’s topic is: How Do You Decide Who Lives and Who Dies? and the moderator is Alice Darlington. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information call 583-6957.

Traditional Turkey Supper at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Bridgton will host its annual delicious, scrumptious, turkey supper on Saturday, Oct. 7, starting at 5 p.m. The menu will include roast turkey, stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes, butternut squash, peas, rolls, pies, and a beverage. Takeout is available.

Money raised from the supper will support the church’s community outreach programs. Some of these programs include the Bridgton Food Pantry, monthly community dinners, and scholarship to Camp Susan B. Curtis for at-risk local youth. Donations are also made to Good Shepherd Food Bank Program.

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church is located at 42 Sweden Rd. (Rte. 93), in Bridgton. Tickets for the turkey supper will be sold at the door — $15 for adults and $5 for children four to eight years old. Children three and under eat for free.

Public Square Rosary Crusade

To commemorate the centennial anniversary of the Fatima visitations, a holy rosary will be prayed with the public in the Food City parking lot in Bridgton on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information call 670-5228.

American Legion Events

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A SPORTS CAR that is soft on the gasoline bill. People enjoyed an afternoon of exchanging knowledge about hybrid and electric cars at the Electric Vehicle Expo 2017.

(De Busk Photo) Using fewer vehicles with emissions and putting more electric cars on the highway.

That is according to organizers of the expo.

Norway resident Fred Garbo knows firsthand the benefits of the products sold by the business Garbo-Kane Integrated Solar Builders,

It’s Fryeburg Fair time!

Fryeburg Fair, established in 1851, will host its 167th annual eight-day Fair Oct. 1-8 in Fryeburg.

As always, Fryeburg Fair, considered to be one of the best agricultural fairs in the United States, offers nonstop livestock, agriculture and farming exhibitions with over 3,000 head of large animals — cattle, horses, oxen, steers, ponies and hundreds of smaller animals — sheep, goats, hogs, poultry, rabbits and more.

Traditional Fair highlights include horse and ox pulling, draft horse tandem hitches up to eight, calf and pig scrambles, cooking contests, flower shows, exhibition halls of crafts, handiwork, photos, art, forest and wood products; a full museum of old farm equipment and memorabilia with live demonstrations; the “Little Red Schoolhouse” built in 1835; the milking parlor, sheepdog trials, tractor pulling, 4WD pulls and parimutuel harness racing on the Fair’s half-mile track.

The Fair’s Specialty Foods Pavilion offers innovative food products made with local

farm ingredients. The Expo Center features 9,000 square feet of commercial exhibits.

Rides for all ages and food selections for every taste are everywhere at Fryeburg Fair.

The annual Firemen’s Muster opens the Fair on Sunday, Oct. 1 at 9 a.m. Fire departments and their members from far and wide compete in events like the ladder climb, wet hose, the ball squirt and more. It’s a fun way to appreciate our firefighters and see them in nonemergency action!

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Garbo boasts solar array trackers in his yard and an electric car charger at his personal residence.

GarboKane LLC laid the groundwork for getting the school’s solar energy system up and running. The solar tracking system was installed at cost and the labor was free, Garbo said.

This installation allowed MSAD 17 to shift from the concept of EV chargers drawing off the school’s electrical grid to the reality of solarpowered chargers for electric and hybrid vehicles.

Garbo explained how the plan dovetailed with the agenda of this community.

“I thought it would be more useful at the school. It moves and people would see it. It would be a much more active part of the community,” he said.

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The solar trackers have intrigued and inspired students and have provided a firsthand opportunity to learn about renewable energy sources, according to the Maine School Administrative District 17 (MSAD 17) Superintendent Rick Colpitts.

Plus, some of the OHCHS staff drive electric cars that can be plugged in and charged at some time during the day.

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Area Events Hawk Watch September 30 (Continued from Page 1B) and flea marketers for its Holiday Festival, which will take place on Nov. 18 in the Legion Post on Route 11 in Naples. Tables are available to rent at $20 per eight-footlong table.

Grab your boots and join Deb Wells for line dancing lessons at the Legion Post starting on Thursday, Oct. 11, at 6 p.m. Come along and learn how it’s done or pick up some new moves. Dancers at all levels are encouraged to attend. Wear shoes or boots with leather soles or something that will slide easily on the wooden floor. The fee for the class is $5 per person.

For more information about both activities contact Marian Merrill at 693-6016 or mxmerrill@roadrunner. com

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HARRISON — Jesse Santos will present a free stress management seminar at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30, in the Caswell Conservancy Center on Main Street in Harrison. For more information call 1-508-259-5672.

There will no lunches at the Caswell Center during the month of October. The Coffee Call every Friday morning from 8 to 11 a.m. will not be affected.

Swingin’ Bears Square Dance

SOUTH PARIS — Come and dance with the Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Oxford Hills Middle School cafeteria, 100 Pine St., in South Paris. Kip and Linda Moulton will be there to energize the dancers — Kip will call two mainstream then one plus Linda will cue in between tips.

Admission to the dance is $7 per person. Refreshments will be provided and there will also be a 50/50 raffle and door prizes. For more information call club presidents, Bob and Eleanor Herrick, at 782-4050 and visit their website: swinginbears.squaredanceme.us

The arrival of mid-September’s cooler weather coincides with New England’s largest hawk migration of the year in New England.

On Saturday, Sept. 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Loon Echo Land Trust biologist, Paul Miller will bring his enthusiasm for the southern hawk migration in a hawk migration watch program on Hacker’s Hill Preserve in Casco. Numerous species of hawks begin their seasonal migration around this time and, under ideal conditions, birders have seen over 1,000 hawks in one day. Optimal conditions for migrating hawks are clear skies with a northwest breeze. In past years, many varieties of hawks have been observed along with bald eagles and osprey.

This program is free and open to the public as part of the Great Maine Outdoor Weekend. Bring a lawn

Hawk Migration Watch at Hacker’s Hill Preserve in Casco. chair, binoculars, water, and snacks. Parking is available by driving to the top of the road into Hacker’s Hill Preserve on Quaker Ridge Road in Casco, approximate-

ly one mile from the Route 11 intersection and four miles from the Route 302 intersection. Please park in the “Event Parking” area to the right of the summit. For more

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Rummage Sale in Norway

NORWAY — Are you looking for a new fall or winter outfit? Perhaps you need something for your home.

You may find exactly what you are looking for at the semi-annual rummage sale at St. Catherine of Sienna Church, 32 Paris St., in Norway. The sale will be held on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in the lower church hall on Paris Street. The parking lot is behind the church on Beal Street.

In addition to tables full of adult and children’s clothing, there will also be linens, toys, and a White Elephant room — you never know what bargains you might find! The toy room items are sold “by donation” and the rest of the items are reasonably priced to help outfit the entire family.

Fall Foliage Hike

RAYMOND — Are you looking to shed some of that fried dough weight you gained during fair season? Join the Loon Echo Land Trust for a fall foliage hike in the Raymond Community Forest on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to noon.

Loon Echo staff will lead a fun scramble up the new Pismire Bluff trail in the Raymond Community Forest where participants can take in beautiful views of the surrounding lakes and foothills from the “Bluff.” Along the way, hike through a unique Maple, Basswood, Ash forest. Hikers should bring appropriate gear, water, and snacks for this two-hour, moderate level hike. Please park in Loon Echo’s recreational parking lot on Conesca Road in Raymond. For more information call 647-4352 or go to www.loonecholandtrust.org

‘Claws For A Cause’ Lobster Dinner

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HONORED FOR SUPPORT OF DISABLED — The Progress Center’s Executive Director, Jennifer Putnam, was honored to present their legislative award to State Representative Richard M. Cebra of Naples. The award was presented for his unwavering support of individuals with intellectual disabilities and the direct care staff who support them. In accepting the award, Rep. Cebra said, “Some of the work I am most grateful to be able to have the opportunity to do in Augusta is my work helping and supporting the intellectual disabilities community in Maine. These are our neighbors, and often their needs are critical. Too often this community is left behind in the discussion while setting priorities in state government, they must become more of a priority when the state is deciding who will receive services.” The Progress Center is a human services, nonprofit agency that provides residential, vocational, day habilitation, case management and in-home support services to adults and children with developmental disabilities and mental health diagnoses. Representative Cebra is serving in his fifth nonconsecutive term in the Maine House of Representatives. He represents House District 68, which consists of Naples, Sebago, Baldwin, Cornish and part of Parsonsfield.

Calendar BRIDGTON Thur., Sept. 28 — Stevens Brook history walk, 9 - 11 a.m., meet at Historical Society Museum, free, register with alanna@leamaine.org Mon., Oct. 2 — Socrates Café, 6:15 - 8:30 p.m., Community Center. Topic: How Do You Decide Who Lives and Who Dies?

Alice Darlington moderator. FMI 583-6957.

Mon., Oct. 2 — NAMI support group, 6:30 - 8 p.m., Congregational Church. FMI 6472969.

Tue., Oct. 3 — Lecture, China’s One Child Policy, by Colby Prof. Hong Zhang, 6 p.m., Bridgton Library. FMI 647-2472.

Thur., Oct. 5 — Chickadee Quilters business meeting, 6:30 p.m., Community Center.

Fri., Oct. 6 — Girl Scout Troop #1939 meeting, 4 p.m., Community Center.

Sat., Oct. 7 — Legislative

Sat., Sept. 30 — Fall harvest festival, Congregational Church, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Crafts, baked goods, lunch, harvest table, raffle.

Sat., Sept. 30 — Miss Maybell & Slimpickin’s concert, 7:30 p.m., Denmark Arts Center. $15 - $20 suggested donation.

FMI 452-2412.

Fri., Oct., 6 — Denmark Mountain Hikers, easy hike, Notch Mountain, Porter, 1,020 ft.

Meet at Denmark Congregational Church, 8 a.m. FMI John Patrick 756-2247.

HARRISON Sat., Sept 30 — Free stress management seminar presented

by Jesse Santos, 11 a.m., Caswell Conservancy Center, Main Street.

FMI 1-508-259-5672.

Tue., Oct. 4 — Historical Society meeting, 7 p.m., Museum on Haskell Hill Rd. Mark Heidman will speak on Maple Spring Farm business.

Sun., Oct. 8 — Rec. Department field trip to Salem, Mass. Leave Waterford Town Office, 366 Valley Rd. 8 a.m. $30 residents, $35 nonresidents. FMI

meeting with Phyllis Ginzler, 10 a.m., Community Center.

Mon., Oct. 9 — Memory Monday support group, 6 p.m., Bridgton Health & Residential Care Center, 186 Portland Rd. FMI 647-8821.

Mon., Oct. 9 — NAMI support group, 6:30 - 8 p.m., Congregational Church. FMI 6472969.

BROWNFIELD Sat. Sept. 30 — Last rummage sale of the season, Brownfield Community Church, 8 a.m. noon. Everything must go!

CASCO Sat., Sept. 30 — Loon Echo hawk migration watch, 11 a.m. 2 p.m., Hacker’s Hill. Bring chair, binoculars, water, snacks. Free event, park in Event Parking. FMI 647-4352.

DENMARK Fri., Sept. 29 — Denmark Mountain Hikers, difficult hike, Mount Chocorua, Albany, N.H., 3,500 ft. Meet at Denmark Congregational Church, 8 a.m.

FMI John Patrick 756-2247.

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The Bridgton Public Library is teaming up with Rite Aid to offer flu shots at the library on Tuesday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Anyone who is interested should sign up at the library. Most insurance plans will cover the cost.

For more information call 647-2472.

The Friends of the Bridgton Public Library will hold its last planned used book sale of the year on Saturday, Oct, 7, from 10 a.m. to noon in The Book Shed behind the library. New book donations come in weekly so there will be plenty to choose from including books for both adults and children, recently-published works, DVDs, and audio books, all at very reasonable prices. Get a jump on Christmas shopping or treat yourself to a new read The library will also begin hosting a nonfiction book group on Wednesday, Oct. 11, at 1 p.m. If you prefer fact to fiction, you are welcome to attend this book group, which will meet every other month.

Please contact the library at 647-2472 for more information.

583-2241.

HIRAM Sat., Oct. 7 — Roast beef supper, 5 p.m., Community Center, 14 Historical Ridge. $10 adults, $4 children under 12. FMI 625-8074.

SEBAGO Sat., Oct. 7 — Harvest supper with corned beef, 5 - 6:30 p.m., North Sebago Methodist Church, Route 114, N. Sebago.

WATERFORD Sun., Oct. 8 — Rec. Department field trip to Salem, Mass. Leave Town Office, 366 Valley Rd. 8 a.m. $30 residents, $35 nonresidents. FMI 583-2241.

AREA EVENTS Thur., Sept. 28 — Rescheduled Tony Bennett concert, 7:30 p.m., Merrill Auditorium, Portland. FMI 842-0800.

Sat., Sept. 30 — This is What Happened, hosted by Sally Jones, 7:30 p.m., Celebration Barn, 190 Stock Farm Rd., S. Paris. FMI 743-8452.

Fri., Oct. 6 — SeniorPlus Aging Well Living Well Expo, 8:15 a.m. - 4 p.m., Grand Summit Hotel, Sunday River, Bethel. $25 per person, includes breakfast, lunch, workshops. FMI 1-800427-1241.

Fri., Oct. 6 — Full moon hike up Singepole Mountain, weather permitting. Meet 5 p.m., Ripley Medical Office Bldg. parking lot, 193 Main St., Norway. Carpooling recommended. FMI 743-1562, ext. 6896.

Sat., Oct. 7 — Mike Miclon’s The Early Evening Show, 7:30 p.m. Celebration Barn, 190 Stock Farm Rd., S. Paris. FMI 743-8452.

Thur., Oct. 10 — Harvest dinner/dance, 5 - 9 p.m., JacksonSilver Post 68, 595 Gore Rd., Locke Mills. Music by Shadagee Ramblers beginning at 6:30 p.m. $9 dinner, $5 dance, $14 combination. Children 12 and under $5.

ONGOING WEEKLY DAILY Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

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‘Epic riders’ welcomed by Legion Riders

NAPLES — The American Legion Riders Post 155 Naples were honored to host four American Legion riders from Chapter 31 of Monterey County, California.

Please note in the picture the folded American Flag. This flag was flown over the “Tomb of the Unknown Soldier” and will be flown over the new cemetery upon return.

Their ride is known as the “epic ride” across the country to raise awareness and financial support for the central coast Veterans Cemetery. These gentlemen will have ridden 10,000 miles upon completion of the “epic ride.”

LOCAL STOP ON AN EPIC RIDE — In photo above, Fred Loveland (left) and Rick Phinney present American Legion Riders Post 155 Naples with the KIA (Killed in Action) Honor flag. This is the flag for the heroes that have paid the ultimate price, the heroes that have gone before, and the heroes of the New Year. Below is a group photo (left to right): American Legion Riders Chapter 155 Naples Treasurer Bill O’Neil, Rick Phinney Chapter 31, Monterey County, California, ALR Chapter Assistant Director, Donald Mulcahy, Post 155 and District II Service Officer Kelly Ela, Pops Culver, Hy Libby and Fred Loveland from Chapter 31, Monterey County, California.

Area birth

Shannon and Brandon Sampson of Raymond, Maine, are pleased to announce the arrival of their daughter, Elise Karina Sampson, who was born in Bridgton Hospital on Sept. 19, 2017, at 2:18 p.m. Elise Karina joins two siblings, Max and Ariel. Grandparents: Marilyn Nelson of Tacoma, Wash.; and Nancy Spahr of Fountain Hills, Ariz.

Area Events (Continued from Page 2B) double lobster dinner is $25; or, for those who are not seafood fans, a double Bubbaburger dinner is $9. All meals include fresh native corn, homemade potato salad and coleslaw, rolls, beverages, and a homemade dessert buffet. Dinner will be served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 919 Roosevelt Trail (Rte. 302), in Windham. Tickets are available at the door until sold out. For more information call 831-3332.

Pineland Farms Harvest Festival

NEW GLOUCESTER — The 4th Annual Harvest Festival at Pineland Farms will take place on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Farmyard, 110 Valley Farm Rd., New Gloucester. Tickets cost $6 if purchased online in advance or $8 on the day of the event. Tickets for Season Pass holders are $6 per person in advance or on the day of the event. For more information contact the Education Department at 650-3031 or at education@pinelandfarms.org

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FMI 583-2241.

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

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

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

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

Tai Chi Maine, 10 a.m., beginner class, Town Hall, Bridgton.

Farmers’ Market, 10 a.m. 2 p.m., Village Green near the Grange and the Library, Casco.

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

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

Gathering Place Support Group, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.

- noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

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SUNDAYS Ping Pong, 1 - 4 p.m., Bridgton Town Hall, North High St. All welcome, equipment provided free.

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Sebago Clothes Closet, 9 a.m.

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

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

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

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

FMI 787-2177.

Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.

- noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

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

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

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

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

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Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

Naples Food Pantry, 10 - 11:30 a.m., United Methodist Church, Village Green. FMI 5952754.

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

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

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

Pokemon Club, 3 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

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

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

Al-Anon Bridgton, 7 p.m.

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

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

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

Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. noon, Heart & Hand, Rtes. 5 and 11, Brownfield.

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

Lovell Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.

- noon, Lovell United Church of Christ.

Sweden Food Pantry, 11 a.m.

- 1 p.m., Sweden Community Church. Rte. 93. First and third Wednesday of the month only.

Senior Lunch, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

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

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

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

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

Over 40 Pickleball, 5:30 - 7

WESTBROOK — The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 62 in Westbrook is looking for crafters to participate in their annual Christmas Craft Fair. The event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the American Legion Post #62, 17 Dunn St., in Westbrook.

Space is still available. For more information call Carolyn at 615-2282.

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My affair with love apples and BLT sandwichs

By Brenna Mae of Patch Farm Last week peppers were discussed as being the underrated stars of the garden. This week let’s consider the true stars of the garden: tomatoes.

There is nothing quite like a summer tomato. We eat them until the frost arrives and we can’t find a fresh tomato grown in Maine.

In France, the tomato is called pomme d’amour, or

“the love apple.” I find myself lusting for the first tomato of the season — not just to cut up and add to a salad, but to begin my annual summer quest for the very best BLT. I love eating a BLT with the delicious tomato juices dripping off my chin and down my arm.

I begin my search by trying to find the very best tomato for my sandwich: Will that be a favorite hybrid or a

distinctive heirloom? For the meat, I have used thick-sliced bacon from forest-raised pigs, turkey bacon, and even some smoky tempeh for a vegetarian twist. I have had great luck shopping for ingredients at the Bridgton Farmers Market this summer, which has resulted in some of the best BLTs ever!

Another favorite dish involves slicing a lush, juicy, garden fresh tomato, topping it with a creamy wedge of fresh cow’s milk mozzarella, a few leaves of basil, and then a drizzle of very good balsamic vinegar for a beautiful plate to take to a potluck dinner, present as an appetizer, or

serve as a side salad.

Last year, I found myself completely inundated with cherry tomatoes of all colors and shapes. I found the recipe below and began roasting the little gems and spooning them onto my favorite pasta as a sauce for simple entrée, or onto a slice of toasted baguette for bruschetta. The sauce is also delicious on eggs cooked any style and on slices of baked eggplant with a grating of Parmesan cheese for a simple eggplant Parmesan.

I had so many tomatoes that I roasted them by the dishful and froze the sauce in portions to use for dinners on a cold winter’s eve.

Colorful Roasted Cherry Tomatoes • 1 quart mixed cherry tomatoes • 3 cloves garlic, smashed • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme • 2 teaspoons packed light-brown sugar • 1 teaspoon coarse salt 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Mix together tomatoes and garlic in a nonreactive 9”x13” baking dish. In a bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, thyme, brown sugar, and salt. Drizzle over tomatoes and garlic.

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News from Lovell On Sunday, Sept. 24, family and friends said goodbye to Dave Mason, who passed away at age 100. There was sadness, but there was just as much laughter for the memory of a man who meant so much to so many. God bless, we all will miss you very much.

Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library The children’s programs will start up after the Fryeburg Fair on Monday, Oct. 16. Kids will enjoy

Cherry tomatoes ripening on the vine.

the program children’s librarian Deanna Wilson has designed for preschool ages, which will be from 10 to 11 a.m.

The Mousepaint after school program will also start on Oct. 16 for kindergarten through second grade students. Children can take the bus to the library if they have a note from their parents.

The Skunk Den will open for the avid cribbage players on Wednesday, Oct. 11, starting at 9 a.m. New

2. Bake until tomatoes are softened and caramelized, about 1 hour. Serve warm or at room temperature. Sauce can be stored in refrigerator up to five days; let it cool before storing. The sauce may also be frozen.

The Bridgton Farmers Market, located on Depot Street behind Renys, runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays until Oct. 28.

The winter Saturday market starts Nov. 11 in the Bridgton United Methodist Church on Main Street. The Farmers Market accepts EBT/SNAP and credit cards and may be reached at bridgtonfarmersmarket.me@mail.com

by Ethel Gilmore-Hurst Lovell Correspondent 925-3226 ehurst3@yahoo.com players are needed for fresh competition. You don’t have to live in Lovell — anyone is welcome. Hey Dennis — how about calling me to let me know you’re okay!

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If you would like to support them please contact the Rec Department at lovellrecdirector@gmail.com

Electric vehicle expo

(Continued from Page 1B) for free. The school district did not pay anything for the infrastructure. They gave us permission to use the land,” he said.

“Now the school — students and staff — and the people who drive electric cars” have access to a charging station, giving the educational community a leg up on the electric vehicle movement,” he said.

“Anyone coming from anywhere in the state can charge it for free, free,” Garbo said. “We put it in because we thought it was a great idea.”

“For anyone who looks at it, it is obvious where the electricity is coming from that is charging the electric vehicles,” he said.

The official ribbon-cutting for the high school’s electric car charging station was held Saturday, Sept. 16, in conjunction with the Electric Vehicle Expo 2017.

Officials from the school and representatives from the towns of Norway and South Paris had a presence at the expo as did the grassroots network 350 Maine and nonprofit Natural Resources

Council of Maine (NRCM).

“Electric vehicles are on Maine streets in growing numbers. Wouldn’t you like to get behind the wheel,” a NRCM Facebook entry said.

“Stop by to test drive different electric cars, chat with current electric vehicle owners about their experiences, and learn more about electric vehicles from EV 101 talks occurring throughout the day.

This is a fun, free, informative opportunity to get behind the wheel of an electric car and see what all the fuss is about.”

Whatever the reason, folks showed up in droves.

The EV Expo had tripled the number of attendees compared to last year, Garbo said. More than 300 people spent some part of the day at the expo, where more than two dozen electric vehicles were on display. Another EV Expo was also held at Paris Autobarn, which sports an EV charger at its business.

The neighboring towns of South Paris and Norway had some big brags at the EV Expo held during National Drive Electric Week. The number of EV chargers in the area is on the increase,

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several speakers said.

For locations of EV chargers, go to www.plugshare. com That site is a must-have for electric or hybrid vehicle owners. This is a good website for those considering investing in an EV and for those curious to see where chargers are located. The website provides locations for public charging stations throughout the state and nation.

According to Garbo, the towns in the western mountains are joining a worldwide movement to replace fossil fuel use with this renewable resource.

“Other parts of the world, the countries of Norway, Finland, Sweden and China are pushing for more electrification, more electric vehicles” powered by windmills and solar tracking, Garbo said.

“The enthusiasm for electric cars” was evident from talking to people at the event, he said.

“The fact that our state is beautiful and that we call Maine Vacationland,” vehicles without tail pipes will be a good investment for residents and school districts,” he said.

Without the infrastructure

CROWD AROUND and let’s talk about electric cars. The 2017 Electric Car Expo, which was held in the Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School (OHCHS) parking lot on Sept. 16, drew three times as many people as last year’s expo. (De Busk Photo) to support electric cars, it will be hard to make that shift.

The high school’s recently-installed solar array tracker and trio of EV chargers has gotten a gold star from the public and from Mainebased environmental agencies. And, it has gained the approval of the school.

“The 20-panel solar tracker was provided at cost and installed for free

by Garbo-Kane Integrated Solar Builders with the help of other volunteers,” according to a press release for the expo. “The two Clipper Creek and one Tesla Level

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by Paris Autobarn in South Paris. Master Electrician Guy Merrill was assisted by Adam Baril.”

Both Garbo and Superintendent Colpitts talked about the evolution of installing the charging station. When the idea to put in chargers was first pitched to the school, despite grant money, it was no-go because it would cost the district money.

Then, Garbo-Kane’s offer to install a solar tracking system made the EV chargers less expensive and far more appealing, Colpitts said.

“The fact that already cars have been charged on it furthers the school’s mission,”

he said.

The superintendent described students stopping to inspect the solar tracking system. The solar tracker has led to intelligent questions and class discussions.

It does not add to the school district’s bills, he said. The charging station is the necessary foundation for exploring electric-vehicle use by the school.

“This affords us the chance to look at electric cars and move away from gas and diesel,” Colpitts said.

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September 28, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 5B

LakeSmart Award

Camp Wildwood on Woods Pond in Bridgton received a LakeSmart Award this week for the extraordinary methods it uses to protect the pond from storm water runoff. Glen “Bear” Zaidman has mastered creative ways to control runoff from the lawns and sports fields that comprise much of Wildwood’s campus. Large lawns are typically regarded as detrimental to minimizing runoff since lawns are not nearly as effective at infiltrating water into the ground as other forms of vegetation. Not so with Camp Wildwood.

Wildwood’s lawns and fields are contoured to direct water flow strategically. Its adjacent baseball and soccer fields, for example, are graded so that runoff flows to the area between them. A series of French drains in this area then infiltrates the runoff into the ground. Two other adjacent fields have been graded to direct water flow into a culvert and ultimately into a forested

by Cheryl Harmon Naples Correspondent 207-210-7337 scoopharmon01@gmail.com

Naples news New at the American Legion Post #155 starting on Thursday, Oct. 12, at 6:30 p.m. — Take out your dancing shoes and get ready for line dancing lessons! The cost is $5 per person. The teacher will be Deb Wells, who teaches at Silver Spur in Mechanic Falls. Come enjoy the fun and get some exercise to “boot” (no pun intended!)

Also, sign up for the Craft, Vendor, Flea Market Fair on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tables may be rented for $20 each. Call Marion Merrill at 693-6016 for more information.

We had a spectacular turnout for our Edes Falls Sewing Circle Supper last Saturday — a sell-out crowd! We are so appreciative of all your support, you don’t even realize how much. We have so many friends that we see each time, like one big family. Our next supper is on Saturday, Oct. 21. Hope to see you there!

How about this weather we’ve been having? I guess we’ll be back to reality by this weekend. Fall weather is coming. I’ve talked to a few folks who have gardens and they didn’t have a good year for growing — let’s hope for better luck next year.

Have a great week!

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The Camp has been a leader in lake protection for a long time. Several years ago, it hosted an area workshop with the Lakes Environmental Association focused on the installation of a native plant buffer garden above the beach.

Prior to this workshop, the camp had already planted a beautiful bed of native switchgrass to help slow down and infiltrate runoff before it hits Woods Pond.

Camp Wildwood is proof that “one size fits all” is not a formula for protecting a lake from storm water. Bear Zaidman’s creative ways of dealing with a property that is intensely used made the Camp a model for lake protection and ultimately earned it a LakeSmart Award.

LEA’s LakeSmart program is dedicated to helping owners manage their property to be lake-friendly. For more information about the program, The native plant buffer to help absorb storm water runcontact Colin Holme at 647- off is one of the projects that earned Camp Wildwood a 8580 or colin@leamaine.org LakeSmart award.

167th Annual Fryeburg Fair runs Oct.1 through Oct.8 (Continued from Page 1B) pete in over 34 woods skills events such as log-rolling, axe-throwing, standing block chop, tree-felling, skidderdriving and log-loading.

A 28-page commemorative booklet will be on sale to fairgoers outlining the history of this event along with photos, lists of champions and highlights from its first 50 years. Get there early as crowds are expected to be big.

The Fair’s very popular Skillet Throw is also on Monday, Oct. 2, starting at noon, and celebrates its 30th anniversary inspiring women

to catapult a cast iron pan as far as possible! It’s serious competition as top contenders return every year. The recently added Anvil Throw for men follows this event at 1:30 p.m.

When asked what’s new at Fryeburg Fair for 2017, David Andrews, Fryeburg Fair general superintendent, says, “We’re raffling off a custom-built chicken coop this year which will be on display all week near the Poultry Building. There’s nothing like a fresh egg in the morning!

Tickets are $5 each or three for $10.”

Fair President Roy

Andrews adds, “We’ll throw in a few chickens too!”

The winning ticket will be drawn on the last Sunday of the Fair and if you live within a 50-mile radius the coop will be delivered to your home. Another big happening for this year says Roy, “On Wednesday at 5 p.m. we will gather what we believe to be the world’s largest assembly of yoked animals, our steer and oxen, for a group photo.

This will be quite a feat with over 500 animals in one view.”

A few improvements include new box stalls in the

horse and pony barns, two new people-haulers which will provide easy transportation to parking lots and campers; and a new Wi-Fi building in Fairview camping (across from the Main Gate) for campers who wish to have a quiet spot with a good connection.

Over 150 daily entertainers perform in six different parks and the Fair’s signature Night Shows begin at 8 p.m. at the Grandstand. This year’s Night Show lineup includes: Monday – Tom Dixon (Country); Tuesday – Eliminator K.C. (ZZ Top Tribute Band); Wednesday - Cassadee Pope (Country);

Thursday – High Valley (Country); Friday – Motor Booty Affair (retro 70s Disco and Dance); Saturday — Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper (Bluegrass).

The annual fireworks show is Friday night at 9 p.m., right after the Night Show ends.

Saturday’s 10 a.m. Grand Parade is two hours of Fryeburg Fair’s best on display. The Fair is known for the best French fries made with just-harvested Maine potatoes, along with an incredible variety of food choices for every palate!

Camping at Fryeburg Fair is very popular and always

fun with 3,000 campsites.

Contact the Fair for rates and availability.

General admission is $12 daily and includes the 8 p.m, Night Show. Weekly passes (all eight days) are $65. Children under 12 are always free. Tuesday is Senior Citizen’s Day (65 and over are admitted free). Gates open at 7 a.m. Harness Racing starts at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Group tickets sales available. Fair office hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For further information on Fryeburg Fair, go to www. fryeburgfair.org or e-mail info@fryeburgfair.org or call the Fair Office at 935-3268.

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October 1-8, 2017 Harness Racing TUES. Oct. 3 thru SUN. Oct. 8

TICKETS $12 SUN. thru SUN. Children under 12 FREE • Weekly Pass $65

PARKING ON GROUNDS — General - $5.00 Premium - $10.00

Senior Citizens Day - TUESDAY 65 years and over - FREE

Exhibition Halls & Farm Museum Open 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Museum Craft Demonstrations 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Livestock • Horse Pulling • Pig Scambles • Grand Parade DAILY ENTERTAINMENT — over 200 Musicians throughout the Fairgrounds

WOODSMEN’S FIELD DAY

SMOKEY’S GREATER SHOW PAY ONE PRICE for all mechanical rides on Tuesday (10/3), Wed. (10/4), Thurs. (10/5), and Sun. (10/8) from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. – $20.00!

Kiddie Land mechanical rides on Sun. (10/1) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. – $15.00, and Mon. (10/2) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. – $15.00.

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Country Monday, October 2nd

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$12 Admission Ticket includes Night Shows

FARM MUSEUM SCHEDULE Oct. 1– 8 Museum Hours: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. daily Demonstrations 10 a.m.—5 p.m.

Blacksmithing .............................................Joel Tripp & Forrest Tripp, Saco, Me Woodstove Cooking ................................Loretta Greene, Sebago, ME Ice Cream & Buttermaking .....................Tara Greene, Sebago, ME Old Time Farm Equipment Tim Mayberry, Sebago, Danne Moore, Ludlow, VT., Alan Greene And Ted Greene, Sebago, ME Tinsmithing .................................................Bill Davenport, Sr. Shelburne, NH Bean Hole Beans (see below) ................Doug Farnham, Minot, ME Canning Demonstration ..........................Erlon Jones, Fryeburg, ME Pottery Demonstration ............................Conni Whittaker, Fryeburg, ME Cider Pressing ............................................10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Daily Beekeeping .................................................David Sorensen, Eaton, NH Old Time Photos ........................................G&P Old Time Photos, South Paris, ME Chain Saw Carving ....................................Tim Pickett, Eliot, ME Smokehouse ..............................................Doug Farnham, Minot, ME Plowing with Oxen Demonstration .......................................Bob and Leia Farnham, North Chatham, NH Spinning .......................................................Hildy Danforth & Robin Henne, Shelburne, NH Northeast Historic Film ............................David Weiss and Jane Donnell, Bucksport, ME Old Stove Display S...................................Sherman and Shirley Adams, Farmington, ME Barn Loom Weaving Adele Harvey, Lincoln, Mass. and Cindy Holmes, Fryeburg, ME One Room Schoolhouse Carol Mayberry, Sebago, Me and Ann Bilodeau, Bridgton, ME Rope and Line Tying .................................John Andrews, Fryeburg, ME Cranberry Demonstration .......................Sugar Hill Cranberries, Columbia, ME Broom Making ...........................................Everett Bailey, Belmont, NH Treadle Sewing Machine .........................Kate Albert, Madawaska, ME Wagon Restoration ...................................Paul Bilodeau, Matt Barker and Lou Goulet

Cassadee Pope

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Disco Party Friday, October 6th

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NO PETS ARE ALLOWED Inside The Fairgrounds Except Service Animals

KEY TO BUILDINGS: PR Pulling Ring - RB Rabbit Barn - RG Racing Grandstand - SSB Sheep Show Barn - SGG Swine & Goat Grandstand - WSA Woodward Show Arena - AEC Agricultural Exhibition Center - LSA Livestock Show Arena - FC Fiber Center - Craft Center

First Aid Stations on a first-come, first-served basis. Free Admission to Grandstand (Except Racing Boxes).

Agricultural Exhibition Center Open Daily 9 am - 9 pm. Farm Museum Open Daily 9 am - 9 pm. Museum Craft.

Demonstrations Daily 10 am - 5 pm. Fiber Demonstrations 9 am - 9 pm / Last Sunday 9 am - 6 pm. Llama/Alpaca Demonstrations Daily at 11 am and on-going

5:00 pm 6:30 pm 7:30 pm 8:00 pm

Flower Show - Expo 1 4-H Market Hog Show - LSA - Showmanship Ox Pulling - 2100 lbs and under 6’ elim - PR Night Show - TOM DIXON

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Senior Citizens Day (65 and over - gate free) Antique Tractor Show Day 8:30 am Show of Draft Horses, Ponies, Cart, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1 2 & 4 Hitch, 4 Abreast, NACCS Cart - RG 8:00 am Church Service - Hayseed Theater 9:00 am Sheep Show - SSB - Open Show all day Official ADGA Dairy Goat Show - LSA Tractor Pull - SGG 9:00 am 4-H Riding Horse Show - Infield Dairy Show Jersey and Guernsey - WSA Firemen’s Muster - SGG Beef Show - Belted Galloway - Pinzgauer Sheepdog Trials - Infield AOB - LSA 10:00 am Poultry Show 10:00 am Wreath Making Demonstrations at 10:00 am, 10:30 am Catholic Mass - Hayseed Theater noon & 3 pm at Christmas Tree Exhibit 11:00 am Flower Show - Expo 1 10:30 am Ox Powder Puff - 2900 lb. & under - Distance Fleece and Fiber Show & Sale - FC Trophy - PR 11:30 am Society Pig Scramble - (must reside in towns of 11:00 am Flower Show - Expo 1 our Society) - PR (Ages 8-10) Entries close at 1:00 pm Blueberry Dessert Contest - AEC 10:30 am Flower Show - Expo 1 12:00 pm Wreathmaking demo at Christmas Tree Exhibit Horse Pulling - 3600 lbs. - Distance - PR 12:30 pm Horse Pulling 3300 lbs - Distance - PR 1:30 pm Harness Racing - RG 1:00 pm Flower Show - Expo 1 3:00 pm Flower Show - Expo 1 Parent/Child Baking Contest - AEC 3:30 pm Ox Powder Puff - 2900 lb. & over - Distance Dairy Goat Show continues - LSA Trophy - PR 3:00 pm Ox Pulling - 2500 lbs - Distance - PR 5:00 pm Flower Show - Expo 1 Flower Show - Expo 1 Horse Pulling - 3600 lbs. - 12’ Elim. - PR Wreathmaking demo at Christmas Tree Exhibit 7:00 pm 8:00 pm Night Show - ELIMINATOR K.C. - ZZ TOP Out to Lunch Contest - AEC TRIBUTE 4:00 pm Tractor Pull - after Horse Show - Infield Area 5:00 pm Flower Show - Expo 1 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4 7:00 pm Horse Pulling - 3300 lbs 20’ - Elim - PR 8:30 am Show of Draft Horses, Ponies, Cart Class, Male Driver Unicorn, 6 Hitch - Youth Cart. - RG MONDAY, OCTOBER 2 Show of Working Oxen, Show Oxen & Steers 9:00 am Show of Market Lambs - LSA Showmanship SGG Ox Pulling 2100 Distance - PR 9:00 am Ox Pulling - 2900 lbs and 3700 lbs - Distance Woodsmen’s Field Day - RG PR 10:00 am Wreath Making Demo at Christmas Tree Exhibit Sheep Show - SSB (all day) 4-H Dairy Goat Show - WSA Dairy Show Milking Shorthorn & Brown Swiss 10:30 pm Horse Pulling 3000 lbs. - Distance - PR WSA 11:00 am Flower Show - Expo 1 Beef Show Chianinas, Hereford & Simmentals 12:00 pm Skillet Throw - SGG - Entries close at 10:30 am LSA Wreath Making Demo at Christmas Tree Exhibit 10:00 am Wreathmaking demo at Christmas Tree Exhibit 12:30 pm Show of Scramble Calves - LSA 11:00 am Flower Show - Expo 1 4-H Beef Steer Show - LSA - Showmanship 12:00 pm Wreathmaking demo at Christmas Tree Exhibit 1:00 pm Ox Pulling - 2500 6’ elim. - PR 1:00 pm Open Pig Scramble - PR (Ages 8-10) Entries Whoopie Pie Contest AEC close at 12:00 PM (Drawing) Flower Show - Expo 1 Show of Working Steers Handy Class for kids 1:30 pm Anvil Throw for Men - SGG SGG 3:00 pm Steer & Ox Yoking Demonstration SGG Flower Show - Expo 1 3:00 pm Horse Pulling 3000 lbs 12’ elim. - PR 2 Crusted Apple Pie Contest - AEC Flower Show - Expo 1 Harness Racing - RG Wreath Making Demo at Christmas Tree Exhibit 1:30 pm

2:00 pm 3:00 pm 3:30 pm 5:00 pm 7:00 pm

Horse Pulling - Sweepstakes - Distance -Trophy - PR Flower Show - Expo 1 Horse Pulling - Three Horse - Distance - PR Flower Show - Expo 1 Flower Show - Expo 1 Photo - World’s Largest Assembly Yoked Steer & Oxen - SGG Horse Pulling - Sweepstakes - 15’ Elim. Trophy - PR Night Show - CASSADEE POPE

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Ox Pulling 900-1100, 1101-1300, 1301-1700 Distance - PR Calf Scramble - RG Pig Scramble (Students MSAD #72) - (third grade) - RG Draft Horse & Pony Jr. & Sr. Youth Show 4-H Market Hog Auction - LSA 4-H Market Lamb Auction - LSA 4-H Beef Steer Auction - LSA Flower Show - Expo 1 Horse Pulling - 3200 lbs - Distance - PR Swine Show - SGG Calf Show and Sale - LSA Flower Show - Expo 1 Fudge Contest - AEC Harness Racing - RG

Ox Pulling Sweepstake 6’ Elim. - PR Flower Show - Expo 1 Haunted Gingerbread House Decorating AEC Horse Pulling - 3200 lbs - 12’ Elim. - PR Flower Show - Expo 1 Ox Pulling, 3300 lbs - Distance - PR Night Show - MOTOR BOOTY AFFAIR Fireworks After Night Show

1:30 pm 2:30 pm 4:00 pm 5:00 pm 7:00 pm 8:00 pm

Speaker - American Farm Bureau - RG Grand Parade - Trophy Presentations - RG Flower Show - Expo 1 4-H Sheep Show Class - SSB 4-H Swine Show - SGG Wreath Making Demonstrations noon & 3:00 pm at Christmas Tree Exhibit Flower Show - Expo 1 Flower Show - Expo 1 4-H Dairy Show - WSA Ox Pulling 2900 and under - 6’ Elim. - PR Harness Racing - RG 4-H Beef Heifer Show - LSA 4-H Showmanship - Working Steer Horse Pulling - 3400 lbs - Distance - PR Ox Pulling 3300 & under- 6’ Elim - PR Flower Show - Expo 1 Horse Pulling, 3400 lbs - 12’ Elim. - PR 4-H Sheep Lead Line - SSB Night Show - MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8 8:00 am 8:30 am

Church Service - Hayseed Theater 4-H Working Steers Scooting Contest - SGG 9:00 am 4-H Sheep Breed Classes - SSB 4-H Beef Heifer Show - LSA 4-H Dairy Show - WSA 10:00 am Wreath Making Demo @10:00 & noon at Christmas Tree Exhibit 10:30 am Open Pig Scramble - PR (Ages 8-10) Entries Close at 9:30 am (Drawing) 11:00 am Flower Show - Expo 1 12:30 pm Scooting Contest - SGG Horse Pulling, Grand Sweepstakes - 12’ Elim. Trophy - PR 1:00 pm Flower Show - Expo 1 1:30 pm Harness Racing - RG 2:00 pm Horse Pulling - 2 lbs. of rock per pound of horse Distance - Trophy - PR 3:00 pm Flower Show - Expo I 5:00 pm Following Races is 4WD Pull - RG (Grandstand seats reserved until racing ends) - Infield Area

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Regional Sports

September 28, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 1C

Mistakes sting FA Leavitt boots 26-yard field, hand Raiders first loss, 17-14

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer FRYEBURG — Playing against an equally-talented team, the difference between winning and losing is often a mistake or two.

Fryeburg Academy proved it could trade hits and big plays against highly-touted Leavitt, but the Raiders were stung by penalties at key moments Saturday in a 17-14 loss on Homecoming.

Sophomore Eli Lind booted a 26-yard field goal with 2:42 left in the first half, which proved to be the game winner.

First mistake, two unsportsmanlike penalties that put the Hornets in scoring position, setting up Lind’s field goal.

After a short punt giving the Hornets possession at the FA-41, the Raider defense dug in as Reese Kneissler and Caleb Eklund combined for a stop. But on the next play, the Raiders were flagged 15 yards for a sideline violation (a warning had been issued early in the game) and another 15 yards tacked on for unsportsmanlike conduct.

With the ball at the FA-10, the Raiders rallied. Calvin Southwick dumped Hornet running back Bradley Moreau for a yard gain, and two pass plays went incomplete.

Southwick nearly sacked Hornet quarterback Tim Albert on the first attempt. On fourth down, the Hornets went

for the field goal.

Earlier in the quarter, Leavitt’s Allen Peabody picked off an Oscar Saunder’s pass giving the Hornets excellent field position at the FA-24. But on fourth down at the FA-9, Albert’s pass in the end zone was tipped away by Caleb Bowles.

Not wanting to walk away empty-handed, the Hornets went to Lind, and it proved to be a winning decision.

Down 17-7, Fryeburg stormed back on the next possession as Jared Chisari zipped past the Hornet defense for gains of 16 and 14 yards, setting up a 26-yard quick strike over the middle from Saunders STRETCHING OUT FOR ANOTHER YARD after making a catch is Fryeburg Academy’s Cobey Johnson.

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Douglass, Sargent run over Clippers, 39-14

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer “Who is faster?” is an argument Andrew Douglass and Brandon Sargent engage in from time to time.

Brandon believes he is now one up on his teammate.

Just a sophomore, Sargent got a big block on the outside by wide receiver Eric Milton and gave Yarmouth defensive back Jacob Gautreau a solid shot with his shoulder pad, barely keeping his feet inbounds, racing for a 96-yard touchdown with 4:54 left in the game.

“It was all adrenaline,” Sargent said.

LR head coach Brian Jahna felt the long run was indicative of the work his players turn in all week.

“It’s pretty phenomenal to have that burst left after playing the entire game.

As soon as he had an opening, he was gone,” he said. “As a team, that’s how we practice. We work at a fast tempo.

They are used to going full speed no matter how tired you are and how late in the game it is.”

On Milton’s block that opened up the field to Sargent, Coach Jahna said, “We emphasize a lot about blocks down the field by our receivers, and being selfless guys, they want to make that big block for their teammates, which allows our backs to get to that second level and give them a shot at breaking one.”

Douglass, a senior, blasted off left tackle behind blocks from Noah Neal

LAKERS 39 First downs: 10 Penalties: 4-35 Turnovers: 3 Rushing: Andrew Douglass 27-201, Brandon Sargent 9-205, Derek Mondville 7-9, Brent Massey 1-3, Isaac Rawson 1-0 Passing: 1-4-58 Total offense: 476 Tackles (unassisted/assisted/totals): Brandon Sargent 4-1-5, True Meyers 1-0-1, Derek Mondville 2-0-2, Hunter McDaniel 6-2-8, Mark Mayo 2-2-4, Colby Chaplin 1-0-1, Brent Massey 4-1-5, Ethan McMurray 4-1-5, Zack Clark 1-1-2, Isaac Holland 3-0-3, Thomas Noble 1-0-1, Tyler Breton 2-1-3, Keagon Leighton 1-0-1, Isaac Rawson 2-1-3 YARMOUTH 14 First downs: 9 Penalties: 6-37 Turnovers: 0 Rushing: 31-81 Passing: 11-19-80 Total offense: 161 and Colby Chaplin and rumbled 64 yards before being caught from behind by Clipper defensive back Noah EckersleyRay inside the Y-5 yard line.

Bottom line, it was a huge night for the burly Laker running backs. Sargent

rushed for 205 yards on just nine carries and scored three touchdowns, while Douglass gained 201 yards on 27 carries and scored twice as Lake Region pounded Yarmouth 39-14 at Art Kilborn Athletic Complex Friday night.

It was the Lakers’ third straight win, which has them in the seventh spot in the Class C South Heals (the top eight teams qualify for the playoffs).

The Lakers dominated the line of scrimmage, rushing for 418 yards while allowing the Clippers a mere 81 yards on 31 carries (2.6 yards per carry). Yarmouth (0-4) was held without a first down until 2:12 left in the third quarter.

The game plan was obvious as the Lakers gave the Clippers a steady dose of Andrew Douglass on the first drive.

Five straight carries by Douglass moved the ball close to midfield. Then, Sargent took advantage of a big hole over the left side, and sprinted 49 yards for a TD. Paul Walker booted the extra point.

With the LR defense forcing a second 3-and-out for the Clippers, Douglass quickly had his club in the red zone with his 64-yard scamper. Two plays later, Sargent bulled across the goal line from three yards out. Walker added the extra point, and LR was out quickly, 14-0 with 1:56 left in the first quarter.

They weren’t finished.

Again, Yarmouth ran just three offen- DOWN THE SIDELINE FOR A TD RUN — Brandon sive plays with Hunter McDaniel and Sargent scampered for a 96-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter against Yarmouth.

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FIELD HOCKEY Yarmouth 1, Lakers 0: Another great game!

“This was the first game with everyone in the new formation, some players playing in new/different positions and the team had great success with it,” Laker Coach Pauline Webb reported. “We definitely had opportunities to score and we are continuing to increase those opportunities.

We played pretty even with Yarmouth. Their only goal was scored off a penalty corner. We are working on closing up some gaps defensively.

The girls are learning their responsibilities and how and where to recover. It’s exciting to see their improvement!”

Goalie Arianna Hoot did a superb job in goal and was given the “Hustle Award” for having some really great saves. She had nine saves.

JV: The Laker girls had a tough loss despite some great plays; this was their first loss.

Goalie Maddy Nelson had two saves.

Lakers 3, Cape Elizabeth 0: This was the Lakers’ third road trip of the week, and having improved in each game, the girls were not going to be denied this one.

“It was beautiful to watch!

The passes and movement on the field brought smiles and goose bumps to the coaches as we watched them weave through Cape players,” Coach Webb said. “Definitely, our best game thus far!”

The Lakers had 12 shots on goal in the first half and 16 the second half. They had

FIELD HOCKEY Raiders 2, Wells 0: Finally, a streak of road games for the Raiders came to an end last Monday (now on to five straight home games), and it came with a victory.

After a halftime score of 0-0, Kirsten Wentworth scored the first goal five minutes into the second half on an assist

by Jade Fox. With a minute remaining in the game, Fox took the ball to the net herself and scored.

York 1, Raiders 0: The Wildcats last Wednesday claimed a win in sudden death overtime.

“It was an amazing game with both teams having ample opportunity to put the ball in the net,” FA Coach Dede Frost said.

Greely 3, Raiders 1: After another scoreless first half, Greely scored two goals within a minute. Two minutes later, Jade Fox passed the ball to Kaylee Emery, who netted the ball to cut the Greely lead to one. With nine minutes remaining, Greely scored the final goal of the game.

Raiders 4, Capers 0: With the return of summer and scorching temps, the Raiders and Capers played a scoreless first half Tuesday. After a hydrating halftime, the FA girls turned the game around and scored two goals in the first five minutes of the second half.

The Lady Raiders went on to score two more goals for a 4-0 victory. Kirsten Wentworth had a hat trick and Abigail Hewes added an

LOOKING TO CONTROL THE BALL is Lake Region’s Becca Roy (right) against Greely.

(Rivet Photo) 11 offensive corners, and allowed zero defensive corners.

“Our defense was clicking! If we can increase our goal percentage of shots on goal and corners, we’ll be giving some teams some tough games,” the coach said.

Goalie Arianna Hoot never touched the ball.

Goals were scored by Paige Davis, unassisted; Dessi Berry, assisted by Victoria Ross; and Olivia Deschenes, assisted by Paige Davis.

JV: The Laker JV girls also played one of their best

games. The JVs had nine field players and asked Cape if they’d be willing to play with fewer numbers, which they refused. The girls took that as motivation and won the game 4-0.

Goals scored by: Chantal Symonds, assisted by Kendyl Ridlon; Shawna Silke, assisted by Kendyl Ridlon; Leah Brogan, unassisted; Gabi White, unassisted.

Goalie Maddy Nelson had no saves.

Lakers 1, Greely 0: Coach Pauline Webb and her LR RECAPS, Page 6C

RAIDERS MAKING PLAYS during Saturday’s Homecoming soccer games were (top) Victoria Hayes and goalie Cullen Pietrantonic.

(Rivet Photos)

unassisted breakaway goal to the tally. Assists go to Bridget O’Neil, Ryan Duffy and Abigail Hewes.

Up next: The Raiders face Lake Region today, Thursday

at 3:30 p.m. and Poland on Saturday at 1 p.m. — both at home before hitting the road again.

Recaps provided by coaches.

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Lakers rip Clips, 39-14 (Continued from Page 1C) Mark Mayo combining for stops of minus 2 and 4 yards.

A poor punt gave the Lakers great field position with 26.9 seconds left in the quarter. With the Clippers

expecting run and crowding the line of scrimmage, LR quarterback Derek Mondville rolled right a couple of steps and unloaded a perfect ball to receiver True Meyers, who never broke stride and zipped

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He started the season with an ankle injury that he fought through and subsequently accepted a reduced role that put him primarily on the offensive side of the ball.

“He has had great practices that have allowed him to develop his running technique, which is largely responsible for his strong running style and results.”

Lake Region varsity football coach Brian Jahna said.

Andrew rushed for 171 yards against Gray-New Gloucester and helped established positive momentum and confidence in the entire team as the Lakers rolled past the Patriots 25-0 to spoil G-NG’s Homecoming game.

“He always has a smile on his face, responds well to coaching and is open to learning finer details of his position,” Coach Jahna added. “Andrew also provides strong senior leadership that provides strength to the overall football program.”

In recognition of his strong work ethic, determination, commitment and good sportsmanship, Andrew is this week’s Boosters and Hancock Lumber “Player of the Week.”

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The Doglass File Name: Andrew Douglass Year in School: Senior Hometown: Bridgton Parents: Melissa and

Andrew Douglass Jeff Douglass Sports you play: Basketball, football, baseball School organizations: Varsity Club Q. Why did you choose to play football? Because I love the game of football.

Q. What is the most difficult part of the sport?

Staying focused during the game.

Q. What do you enjoy the most? Scoring touchdowns.

Q. What do you feel you need to work on and why? I need to work on my footwork because if I have faster feet then I can make my moves faster.

Q. Why is teamwork important? Teamwork is important because if you don’t work together as a team, you will accomplish nothing.

Q. What is the biggest impact your coach(es) have had on you? They have pushed me to get better every practice and every opportunity I can.

Q. How do you want people to view you as an athlete? I want be viewed as a three-sport athlete.

Q. Ten years from now, when you look back on your high school sports ANDREW, Page 6C

58 yards for the team’s third TD of the quarter.

“The more Derek throws the ball, the better feel he has for what type of pass needs to be made. Hopefully, we can get him more opportunities to throw,” Coach Jahna said.

“The big strike is good, but also it forces the defense to play truer.”

Yarmouth’s Liam Sullivan blocked the extra point try.

“This is still new territory for us. We’re not used to having a lead and working with a lead. It’s very easy to lose your focus and composure.

It did happen at the end of the first half with a fumble and penalties,” Coach Jahna said. “It’s the next step in the learning process, being focused for all four quarters.

We talk about it all week.

We’re getting better.”

The Clippers had a golden chance to steal LR’s momentum when a handoff was fumbled and Jack Ricciardi recovered at the LR-29.

Like their previous two shutouts, the Lakers rose their defensive level of play, and stuffed the Clippers on four plays. Linebacker Ethan McMurray set the tone when he blitzed into the Clipper backfield and dumped Ben Gleason for a three-yard loss.

McDaniel limited the Clippers to just five yards on a quick pass to the sideline, and lineman Zack Clark kept a counter-play to just three yards. On fourth down, lineman Mark Mayo made the Clippers pay for a collision between quarterback and running back, resulting in a one-yard loss.

Energy from the defense’s play carried over to the offense as the Lakers steadily moved the ball up the field as Sargent gained 21, and Mondville kept the drive alive by gaining a tough yard on fourth down.

Sargent again showed good burst off tackle, gaining 21 yards. He fought to reach pay dirt, but had the ball stripped out of his hands inside the Y-5.

The Clips recovered at the one-yard line.

McDaniels continued to make big plays for the LR defense, knocking Ricciardi for a four-yard loss, forcing a punt with 42.3 seconds. LR took a couple of shots to the end zone, but Mondville overthrew McDaniels twice.

More of the same If something is working,

STOPPED FOR NO GAIN as Lake Region lineman Mark Mayo pushes back Yarmouth quarterback Noah Eckersley-Ray during Friday’s game in Naples. The Lakers won their third straight with a 39-14 win over the Clippers.

(Rivet Photo) stick with it.

Pounding the rock continued to be the game plan to start the second half.

Two possessions. Sixteen rushes. Two touchdowns.

Lakers up 33-0 with just 2:39 left in the third quarter.

“We didn’t make a whole lot of adjustments at halftime, but we did talk about being focused,” Coach Jahna said.

“It’s exciting to coach them because we talk about certain things and they go out onto the field and do them.”

The first drive opened with Douglass ripping off 31 yards.

He had carries of 13 and 16, finishing the drive with a fouryard TD. Drive 2 started in Yarmouth territory with Douglass logging the big run of 14 yards before finishing the drive with a 3-yard TD. Again, Mondville picked up critical yards on a fourth down play to keep the Lakers in business.

With the Lakers looking to give their second defensive unit some varsity prime time play in front of the home crowd, Yarmouth drove 60 yards on 10 plays with Eckersley-Ray scoring on a keeper to the left for a touchdown with 10:42 left in the game.

The Lakers seemingly hoped to catch the Clipper defense thinking run over pass. After Douglass picked up 10 yards, LR went to the air. Meyers and EckersleyRay leaped for the high toss, and the Clipper won the battle.

Yarmouth found some suc-

cess throwing the ball, completing four passes to move the ball inside the LR-10.

Again, the LR first-team D became stout. On third down and needing just a yard, Sargent thumped EckersleyRay for a two-yard loss.

Back at the LR-5, Eckersley-Ray rolled out and was sacked again by Sargent with 6:06 left.

Number 56 wasn’t done.

He had the LR stands rocking when he broke free for the 96-yard bolt.

Yarmouth closed out the scoring with 2:04 left when Eckersley-Ray connected with Ricciardi for a 13-yard TD.

Up next: The Lakers (3-1) host Waterville (2-2) of Class C North this Friday at 7 p.m.

The Panthers won their first two contests — 21-7 over Mt. Blue and 14-0 over Medomak Valley — but then lost its next two — 57-10 to Winslow and 32-13 last week to John Bapst.

How does one prepare for an opponent for the very first time? Lots of film study.

“They look pretty strong, athletic. They’re going to come here and play physical football, that we know. It’s going to be an interesting matchup,” Coach Jahna said.

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Hornets give Raiders the boot, 17-14

(Continued from Page 1C) to Scott Parker with 41.3 seconds left in the half. Freshman Eddie Thurston was again perfect on the extra-point try to make it 17-14.

Twice, the Raiders had chances to take the lead in the second half, and twice, big plays were nullified due to penalty.

On the opening drive of the third quarter, Fryeburg found a rhythm running the ball behind pad-popping drives by Cody Gullikson. The senior running back carried six times as the Raiders marched into Hornet territory. Saunders converted a big third down with a scramble to the sideline,

gaining 12 yards.

After a pass to Gullikson in the flat yielded no gain, Saunders hooked up with Parker over the middle, who snagged the toss between two Leavitt defenders. The first down was erased on an ineligible receiver downfield call. Leavitt made the miscue really hurt as senior linebacker Nolan Cabral sacked Saunders for a six-yard loss to thwart the threat.

In the fourth quarter, the Raiders caught a break when Leavitt fumbled the ball at the FA-23, where Gullikson was quick to pounce on the loose pigskin. FA gained field position on tough runs by

gain 15 more yards due to a facemask call; and converted a fourth down play as Moreau gained five yards by getting to the outside with 1:03 left.

FA win streak over.

Leavitt takes the early lead in the Class C South Heal Ratings with a 4-0 mark.

“We’ve been in our share of big games, but this one was the biggest we’ve been in for a while. I thought we responded well when they took it and marched down the field and scored. They made some really great plays. That catch down the sideline was amazing. We had really good coverage on it, but they made a play,” FA Coach David Turner said. “I thought we covered all day pretty well, especially on the back end. They did a nice job giving their quarterback time to sit back there. He has a big arm and can make those throws that a lot of guys can’t.

We don’t see that from many GIVING CHASE is Raider linebacker Tucker Buzzell, teams.”

For the first time this sea- who made the stop on Leavitt’s Caleb Bowen. son, the Raiders faced a pol- (Rivet Photo) ished passing attack. All day, Albert stood tall in the pocket LEAVITT 17 and flicked tight spirals to First downs: 13 receivers all over the field — Penalties: 6-35 deep down the sideline, over Turnovers: 1 the middle and out to the flat.

Rushing: 23-87 He was 11-of-21 for 157 yards Passing: 11-21-157 and two touchdowns.

Total offense: 244 “They are big up front.

RAIDERS 14 They do a nice job protectFirst downs: 7 ing. We tried not to send too Penalties: 9-94 many after him because he Turnovers: 1 can throw it down the field.

Rushing: Cody Gullikson 10-25, Jared Chisari 6-112, You’re picking your poison,” Caleb Eklund 1-5, Oscar Saunders 7-19. Total: 33-255 Coach Turner said. “First half.

Passing: Oscar Saunders 6-11-58 We couldn’t get to him. They Receiving: Scott Parker 3-32, Cobey Johnson 3-26 made some nice plays, nice Total offense: 313 catches and we had good covTackles (unassisted/assisted/totals): Reese Kneissler 4-5TRYING TO WRAP UP A HORNET, receiver Damion Calder, are Raiders Cody erage on them.”

9, Liam Harriman 1-0-1, Nathan Knapp 1-0-1, Arnold While Albert’s accuracy Gullikson (#7) and Caleb Eklund (#44).

(Rivet Photo) Jaber 1-3-4, Tucker Buzzell 6-6-12, Cody Gullikson was impeccable, it was made 3-7-10, Scott Parker 1-2-3, Ryan Hewes 1-1-2, Bryce possible by strong line play, Micklon 1-0-1, Will Krug 1-0-1, Caleb Bowles 0-2-2, which gave the senior QB Caleb Eklund 0-3-3, Calvin Southwick 3-1-4, Cobey plenty of time to set, survey Johnson 1-1-2, Josh Frye 0-2-2, Joe LeBrun 1-0-1, Eli and throw.

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Faced with a 3rd-and-5, Saunders connected with Parker for a seven-yard gain.

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Senior Rambles Hiking Trips & Tips

by Allen Crabtree

A hiker party

The Denmark Mountain Hikers first started hiking in January 2010, and have been hiking every Friday, year-round, since then. We’ve been hitting the trail weekly for seven years and nine months and have climbed mountains and hills from the Lake Region and north into the White Mountains of New Hampshire and Maine, west to Franconia Notch and the Ossipee and Sandwich mountains, and east to Bethel and Grafton Notch.

The Denmark Mountain Hikers are a loosely-organized group that prides itself on having no dues, no membership cards or secret decoder rings, no secret handshake or passwords, just a common desire to get out on the trail and enjoy the wonderful world of hills and moun-

tains that we live in. Anyone is welcome to join us for one of our weekly outings, and we even encourage folks “from away” and seasonal Mainers (aka “snow birds”) to hike with us. The only concession to a group identity is the Denmark Mountain Hiker patch that hikers qualify for after hiking at least 10 miles with the group, and which they can then sew onto their packs.

“Isn’t it time for another hiker party?” I asked John Patrick, the leader of our group.

“I’ve been looking at the total miles we’ve hiked, and we’re closing in on 1,400 miles.”

“Sounds like a good idea,” John replied. “It has been awhile since our last celebration, and we could schedule it in late September when we’re

NOTHING A LITTLE TAPE WON’T SOLVE — Denmark Mountain Hiker Fred Muratore’s boots fell apart on his West Royce hike and had to be repaired with duct tape!

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GROUP HAS COVERED A LOT OF GROUND — Denmark Mountain Hikers gathered at the Stow Corner Store to celebrate the group’s 1,400-miles hiked since the group formed in January 2010.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree) going hiking in Evans Notch.”

“And then we could have the party at the Stow Corner Store,” I added. “Great idea. I’ll contact Mo at the store to make sure that works with their schedule, and then get the word out to all the hikers on our e-mail list.”

In keeping with the purposeful lack of organization of our group (if we had bylaws that would be the first one), we don’t have any rigorous schedule for celebrations nor do we need any excuse either. Reaching the 1,400-milestone seemed like a good reason, so on Friday, Sept. 22, 2017, 24 Denmark Mountain Hikers gathered at the Stow Corner Store at the foot of Evans Notch to celebrate putting the miles under our boots and the comradery we’ve shared on the trail since the group was first formed.

Hiking the Royces The day started with the Denmark Mountain Hikers climbing East and West Royce in Evans Notch. They started from the Royce trailhead on Route 113 in Evans Notch at 9 a.m. Because of the size of the group, we divided into a smaller group of 10 and another of 11.

Everyone reached the summit of East Royce at about 11 a.m. and enjoyed wonderful warm and sunny weather with a slight breeze. Views from East Royce are also spectacular!

Three of the group then set out for the West Royce summit while the rest of the group headed down. Fred Muratore suffered a gear malfunction on the trail and had to tape the soles of his hiking boots back on with duct tape, but other than that it was a grand hike and a good leg stretcher before the party.

The Party We love the Stow Corner Store and Maureen Eastman, the owner. We make a point of stopping on every hike to Evans Notch, sometimes on the way up the notch for coffee, and always on the way back down for chowder and ice cream. Stow’s seafood chowder is, without any doubt, the best anywhere I’ve found in Maine.

Rick Dennen is the group’s statistician and keeps a tally of the miles each of the hikers does each week. On our various hikes, there have been 174 different hikers, including 26 that have hiked more than 100 miles each. As of September 2017, the two hikers with the

WHICH ONE SHOULD I CHOOSE? — Denmark Mountain Hikers Christine Larson, Mary Lou Moulton and Jonathan Weld trying to decide what book to select from the door prize table.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree) highest number of miles tallied are John Patrick with 1,004.72 miles and Allen Crabtree with 955.92 miles.

Rick’s totals for every hiker were posted on a big board at the store, along with mileage done by our four-footed friends, who often accompany us on our outings. Hikers Dianne Sinclair and Barbara Smith awarded certificates for each hiker who had done 100 miles or more, with a special gift for John at having done more than 1,000 miles.

Bonnie Marsh distributed door prize numbers and there were enough hiking books and nature guides on the door prize table for everyone to have two chances to select a book to take home.

Hiker patches for those who have hiked at least 10 miles with the Denmark Mountain Hikers were awarded to everyone who didn’t have one, and everyone made suggestions for the hikes we will be taking for the rest of this year. There were some good suggestions!

After everyone had chowder or sandwiches, and ice cream (of course), we wrapped up the party with everyone looking forward to making the 1,500mile goal!

Why We Hike The hikers who venture out with the Denmark Mountain Hikers are naturally drawn to

A LOT OF MILES HIKED — John Patrick, leader of the Denmark Mountain Hikers, receiving his 1,000-mile certificate while juggling an ice cream cone.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree) others with similar interests, and often, lifelong friendships develop on the trail. When you go for a hike, the people you hike with, and those who you meet on the trail, are almost invariably welcoming and friendly.

The people you hike with often become lifelong friends. There

is something almost magical about the relationships that hiking encourages.

Hiking also has a way of giving each of us what we need.

Whether it is empowering the body, filling the soul, or challenging your limits, hiking HIKER PARTY, Page 5C

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September 28, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 5C

This week’s puzzle theme:

Hollywood

ACROSS 1. *____ Jessica Parker 6. Bag, in Paris 9. Diplomat’s forte 13. Opposite of cathode 14. *”Chinatown” sequel: “The ____ Jakes” 15. Chocolate tree 16. Considering everything 17. Pro vote 18. Sleep spoiler?

19. *Famous filmmaker Cecil 21. *”The Jazz Singer” was the first one 23. “To Kill a Mockingbird” recluse 24. *Cary Grant in “His ____ Friday” 25. FedEx competitor 28. Family room staple 30. *Hollywood, a.k.a. ____ town 35. Not kosher 37. Perfect houseplant spot 39. Mother-of-pearl 40. Tiny amount 41. _____ Island, NY 43. Pre-college school 44. Opposite of rappel 46. *Japanese American actor with star on Hollywood Blvd.

47. Religious offshoot 48. Trojan hero 50. Superbright 52. Pilot’s deadline 53. “____ we forget” 55. Ballerina’s support 57. *Famous boulevard 60. *Grauman’s ____ Theatre

64. A mood disorder 65. Before 67. Did not smell good 68. Discrimination against seniors 69. Immeasurable period 70. Fear-inspiring 71. *Scorcese and De Niro flick 72. “____ the wild rumpus begin!”

73. Goes down DOWN 1. Aforementioned 2. *Hathaway or Bancroft 3. Knock about 4. Impromptu 5. How-do-you-dos 6. Eye affliction 7. Leave speechless 8. Raccoon’s South American cousin 9. *Feature film actors first did it in the 1920s 10. Antioxidant-rich berry 11. Kind of package 12. *Director Ford or actor Hanks 15. Summon one to enter 20. *Clint Eastwood’s “Every Which Way but ____” 22. *Motion picture, a visual ____ form 24. Dandy 25. Carthage’s ancient rival 26. Proletarian, for short 27. Become established 29. *The industry 31. Takes a siesta 32. Rocks at mountain base

33. Upright 34. Former Greek coin 36. *Walk of ____ 38. Facebook button 42. Truth, in the olden days 45. Type of fir 49. “Savvy?”

51. Made noise

54. Stainless stuff 56. *Bruce Lee’s “____ the Dragon” 57. *”Hollywood ____” by brother of 19 Across 58. Computer operating system 59. Inconclusive

60. Copper coin 61. Eurozone money 62. Edward Scissorhands’ sound

63. Augments 64. Dojo turf 66. Future fish

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Wolverine report

By Will Groves ’12 Sports Info Director Bridgton Academy This past weekend, the Wolverines came away with a 5-2 record across the board and spirits were high coming off some strong team performances.

Only meeting each other just under a month ago, this group of boys have already begun their lifelong brotherhood with their teammates, dorm mates and classmates.

No team got top billing this weekend because of how strong each team played, win or lose.

Opening up the weekend on Saturday afternoon, the soccer team hosted St. Andrews School out of Rhode Island.

After a sluggish start, the Wolverines pumped in three goals, all of which were assisted from Ali Ewiess, who Coach Craig Wilkinson dubbed the “Man of the Match.” Dealing with a new lineup and some players in new positions, the Wolverines adapted well and are putting forth some really impressive performances. The final score was 3-2.

With the leaves changing and the weather “getting cooler,” it only means one thing, hockey season. This weekend, the Bridgton Academy hockey team opened up their long season with a two-game tilt against Cheshire Academy from Connecticut and the Middlesex Black Bears. On Saturday, night the game did not go the way the boys wanted it to, falling to Cheshire 4-3. But, there were numerous bright spots and there was a lot of momentum going into Sunday’s game against Middlesex. The team came out flying and Matt Ferragher netted the team’s first goal, ultimately proving to be the game-winning goal.

Ferragher was not done there, netting a second goal as time was winding down giving the Wolverines the 2-0 victory.

The lacrosse team also opened up their fall season this weekend as they hosted Bridgewater State University on the turf. The message coming away from the game was how it was not an individual effort by any single player but a complete-team win. Goals came from nearly every offen-

CYCLING CHAMPIONS — Jason Yannelli, 38, of Sebago (left) won the Maine State Time Trials (elite category, covering ages 23 to 39) this past Sunday, Sept. 24 in Cape Elizabeth. Riders started the 13.55-mile course at 7:30 a.m., which started and finished at Cape Elizabeth High School. Jason finished his ride in 31 minutes, 5.9 seconds.

Meanwhile, Everett Yannelli (right), age 11, won the 17 and under category with a time of 58:38.9. sive player. The boys did not let the unbearable heat get to them as they walked away with a 15-8 victory.

The Wolverine football team had a long weekend of travel as they hit the road to Princeton, N.J., to take on Princeton University JV. With the temperature on the field being just over 100 degrees, the boys fought like Wolverines and did not let the tough elements become an excuse.

Princeton is the reigning Ivy League champions, so the boys had their work cut out for them, ultimately falling 46-10. But the final score was not indicative of how hard the boys played and how far this team has come in the month they have been together. There are

many bright things to come from the football team this year.

One of two road teams this weekend, the baseball team headed to Lynn, Mass., to take on Southern New Hampshire University and Harvard University in a double-header.

The team played well across the board in both games, winning both dominantly by scores of 12-2 and 10-0 respectively.

A notable performance came from starting pitcher Trevor LaBonte, who had 11 strikeouts in four innings of work.

This upcoming weekend is Homecoming Weekend for Bridgton Academy and there are a number of home contests.

Friday, Sept. 29 Golf — Alumni Scramble at

12 p.m. at Bridgton Highlands Soccer — Home vs.

Bowdoin College JV, 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 30 Football — Home vs. Navy Prep at 12 p.m.

Lacrosse — Home vs. Navy Prep at 4 p.m.

Hockey — Home vs. Rice

Prep at 7 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 1 Baseball — Home vs.

University of Vermont at 12 p.m. (doubleheader) Lacrosse — Alumni Game at 11 a.m.

Hockey — Home vs. Rice Prep at 12 p.m.

A hiker party (Continued from Page 4C) gives. Hiking helps make our lives a lot better, with very little input, and it is a love that will grow with every step. Those who hike with the Denmark Mountain Hikers know this, and invite others to join us on the trail.

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Laker recaps

RETURN VOLLEY is made by Lake Region’s Cheyenne Bell during varsity volleyball action inside Nutting Gym. (Rivet Photo)

Player: Andrew Douglass (Continued from Page 2C) career, what do you think you will remember most? I think I will remember this football season more than anything because we are doing something different with Lake Region football. I believe we can put up the most wins in Lake Region football history!

(Continued from Page 1C) Lakers knew they were in for a tough game against Greely last Wednesday at home.

“We always have tough games with Greely. Greely had also been playing well, coming off a big win over York, who had not lost a game in three years,” Coach Webb said.

The game was played tight with no score after a half, while the Lakers had just four shots on goal, while the LR defense denied Greely any shots.

Laker sophomore Delaney Meserve scored 10 or 12 minutes in the second half, which proved to be the game winner.

Maddy Nelson tended goal in the first half and had no saves; and Arianna Hoot was in goal the second half and had one save.

Shayla Dunn was given the “Hustle Award” for her great defense on the left side of the field.

“She was getting her feet around very well to play stick side on Greely’s attacking line,” Coach Webb said.

“Julia Murch had some great defensive work in the second half, denying Greely from getting into the circle.

Today’s game was a true test of their endurance; most players played the entire game.”

Two Greely goalies shared goalkeeping duty and had six combined saves.

JV: The Lakers beat Greely 2-0. Makaila Knight scored first off a penalty corner and Leah Brogan also scored off a penalty corner.

Lakers 3, Gray-NG 0: The girls were ready last Friday to close off the week with another “W.” The Lakers lead 1-0 at the half, but definitely wasn’t what they were hoping for.

“We had nine shots on goal the first half. We just

STAYING LOW on the carpet at Cape Elizabeth and driving the ball is Lake Region senior Hailey Parsons. The Lakers rolled past the Capers, 3-0. (Photo by Dena Dunn)

BIG SAVE is made by Lake Region goalie CJ Ferguson’s during Saturday game at Fryeburg Academy.

(Rivet Photo) couldn’t find an open alley into the goal,” Coach Webb said. “We dominated the game, not allowing G-NG any shots on goal in the first

Leavitt gives Raiders boot, 17-14

(Continued from Page 3C) “We knew coming in this would be the best offense we will have faced. The most diverse offense. There are so many things that you have to defend. They make you defend all of them. So, they get a couple of breaks (and good plays) that lead to scores in the first half, which at that point, we could have said it wasn’t our day. But, the guys hung in there,” Coach Turner said. “Seeing it was 0-0 in the second against that kind of offense, it was something we can build upon.”

The Hornets looked to send a message, running the ball effectively on their open possession. At the FA-39, Albert hooked up with Caleb Bowen down the sideline, leaping up over FA corner Ryan Hewes for a 21-yard gain. FA’s defense stiffened as Josh Frye and Tucker Buzzell sacked Albert, and Kneissler and Gullikson tossed Moreau for a four-yard loss.

But, Leavitt struck first when Albert

zipped a 22-yard strike to Bowen for a score.

Fryeburg wasted little time squaring things up as Chisari scored on a 68-yard run on his first touch of the game. Game tied 7-7 after six minutes.

Leavitt chewed up the rest of the first quarter minutes with a 13-play, 68-yard scoring drive keyed by a Albert-to-Oren Shaw reception for 29 yards to erase a 3rd-and-20 situation and a 20-yard laser over the middle to put the ball down on the FA-3. Fryeburg stopped the run as Kneissler stopped Moreau in his tracks for no gain, and Bowles and Kneissler tackled Bowen for a yard loss.

Albert then rolled right and found Bowen for a score with 4.4 seconds left in the first quarter.

“Obviously, we need to cut down on unnecessary penalties. A lot of times, there are penalties that are judgment calls by the officials that may or may not be a penalty. When you come into a game

like this, the team that plays better wins the game. The team that plays cleaner will win the game. They played a little cleaner than we did today,” Coach Turner said. “I did not know how we would respond. We were amped up. It was a hot day. We bounced back and kept coming back all day. We were confident coming in. Our guys believed they could play with them, and we did. Yes, it was a big game. In reality, it was Game 4. We have to lift Monday, run Monday and do all of the same things again to get ready for Gardiner. Hopefully, if we are fortunate, we get another chance against them.”

Up next: The Raiders look to rebound this Friday night when they travel to Gardiner to meet the Tigers (1-3) at 7 p.m.

Gardiner is ranked third behind the Raiders. After opening the season with a 26-6 win over Morse, the Tigers have lost three straight — 21-13 to Cape Elizabeth, 19-7 to Leavitt and 17-14 to York.

half and only one the second half.”

Paige Davis scored the first goal in the first half, assisted by Olivia Deschenes.

“Paige and Olivia have been a force for us in the forward line and have been having some great pass combinaLR RECAPS, Page 7C

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Lake Region weekly recaps scoreless tie. The Lakers had nine shots on goal and two penalty corners, but couldn’t get it over the line.

Arianna Hoot and Maddy Nelson shared goalie responsibilities and combined for one save.

“LR JV team is also showing great improvement with nice passes and some great defense,” Coach Webb reported.

Up next: The Lakers travel to Fryeburg Academy today, Sept. 28, for a 3:30 p.m. game, and host NYA on Saturday at 10 a.m. and Poland on Monday at 4 p.m.

Heal Watch: At 5-4 following a 1-0 win over Sacopee Valley Monday on a Paige

This week’s game solutions

Davis second half goal on a rebound, the Lakers moved up to the #4 spot in Class B South.

GIRLS’ SOCCER York 3, Lakers 0: A very good York team dominated play at home, but the Lakers held the Wildcats 1-0 until about 15 minutes left in the game.

A very good defensive effort was turned in by Brooke Harriman, Danica Chadwick, Aisley Sturk and Madison Rock. Chandler True and Neva Leavitt worked together on a couple of combinations and almost converted to tie it up midway through the second half.

Greely 7, Lakers 3: A slow start in the first half at Denison Field caused the Lakers to go down very quickly 10 minutes into the game as Greely converted on three goals within a four-minute span.

McKenzie Siebert put in a nice goal with five minutes left in the first half to help put a more positive feel on the first half.

Greely 4, Lakers 1 at halftime.

The Lakers “played much better” in the second half according to Coach Peter Webb, but still allowed three more goals. Neva Leavitt put in two goals in the second half, which “really helped us find some positives in a tough game against last year’s state champs,” Coach Webb added.

“We are better than the score line showed and it was nice to start scoring goals, which is what we’ve been looking for,” Coach Webb said. “We are creating chances, but just need to start finishing.”

Up next: The Lakers host Poland at 3:30 p.m. this Friday, and travel to Wells on Monday for a 5 p.m. game.

VOLLEYBALL Lakers 3, NYA 1 G1: NYA 26, LR 24

G2: LR 25, NYA 23 G3: LR 25, NYA 19 G4: LR 25, NYA 20 “Our team demonstrated some great grit and determination against NYA this past Thursday, as we fought back from a first set loss to NYA in game 1 (at home). I believe both our teams were pretty equal both offensively and defensively; yet our front line hitters really came through with some consistent attacks at the net, which I believe helped to tip the balance in our favor,” Laker Coach Ryan Shible said.

Melissa Bonenfant and Autumn Tremblay both hit very well in this game, averaging three and five kills each game respectively. Bonenfant also had a tremendous game serving, as she earned a total of 12 aces, as well as Tremblay with eight aces in the match.

The Lakers’ libero, Cheyenne Bell, contributed greatly on defense, as she averaged five digs a game, which helped out the front line keep up attacks at the net.

“NYA did a good job of keeping the pressure on our team with some really tough serves and well played attacks at the net,” Coach Shible said.

“Each set of the match was a battle, with NYA players making some great plays/digs in each game. We have traditionally played close with NYA, so I knew for our team to be successful we would need to make sure we were consistent with our passing.”

Cheyenne Bell, Madison Morse and Melissa Bonenfant really keyed the LR passing game.

Up next: At 3-3, the Lakers were ranked #9 in the Class B state Heal Ratings, one slot out of a playoff berth — behind Ellsworth, 15.6122 tourney points to LR’s 12.3469. The Lakers were at Brunswick Tuesday and Gardiner on Wednesday.

They host

LINING UP A HEADER is Lake Region’s Giovani Lopez, a freshman, during Saturday’s varsity game at Fryeburg Academy.

(Rivet Photo) Kennebunk next Thursday, in the field of 41. Freshman Oct. 5 at 6 p.m. — the final Nathan Casali continued to regular season home contest. impress, placing fifth in 20:07.

“He doesn’t know how CROSS-COUNTRY The hard work put in by good he can be,” Coach Dan the Laker boys’ cross-country Dors said. “The team is really team is starting to pay off. The bonding and coming together.

Lakers edged Cape Elizabeth Everybody is for the team. All 36-37 to claim last Friday’s runners did a credible job.”

Here’s how others finished: four-school meet at Sacopee 10. Devyn Hatch, 20:30 Valley.

Top runner Jeff McCubrey, 14. Tim Moore, 21:17 who has been battling an inju- 17. Evan Willey, 21:38 ry, returned to place eighth 21. Cameron Meserve, 22:19 overall in 20:17 (winning time 22. Ian St. John, 22:32 was 17:58 over the 3.1-mile 25. Andrew Gianattasio, 22:37 course).

The Lakers were lead by 31. Ethan Chadwick, 23:40 junior Dawson Smith, who 32. Justin Lees, 24:01 posted a 19:45, to place fourth LR RECAPS, Page 8C

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(Continued from Page 6C) tions, which results in goals for them or their teammates,” Coach Webb said.

Dessi Berry scored the second goal, unassisted, that came 15 minutes into the second half. Paige Davis scored her second goal with 11:57 left on the clock. She was assisted

by Kendyl Ridlon.

“It was great to have been able to give some of the subs more varsity experience and to give some of the starters some rest,” the coach said.

Arianna Hoot started in goal and had no saves the first half. Maddy Nelson was in goal the second half and had one save.

JV team finished with a

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Regional sports

Lake Region recaps Lakers 231, OOB 344 Against NYA, Caron won his match, 57-60, while Meeker was deadlocked at 51-51, earning a half point.

Johnson captured the Lakers’ second point with a 62, three shots up. Mushrow shot a 61, 13 back; Grass fired a 62, one shot back; and Hill posted a 72, 12 shots back.

NYA 219, Lakers 231 Up next: The Lakers close out the regular season with road matches — yesterday against St. Dom’s, and Monday against Wells. The Western Maine Conference championships will be played at Willowdale on Wednesday, Oct. 4.

BOYS’ SOCCER York 10, Lakers 0: Last week was a hard week for the Laker varsity boys’ soccer team. The second-ranked Wildcats were relentless against the young Lakers.

“We played a strong first half of soccer and although extremely out skilled, we used our aggressiveness to keep the score close (3-0 at halftime).

After the half, it was a completely different story,” LR Coach Michael Chaine said.

“The York coach upped his team’s intensity and freely subbed multiple lines of fresh

HOMECOMING QUEEN CANDIDATES at Lake Region High School are (left to right) freshman Shauna Hancock, junior Olivia Toole, senior Aaryana Aliyaha and sophomore Delaney Meserve. The Homecoming Parade will take place along Bridgton’s Main Street tonight, Thursday, Sept. 28 beginning at 6:30 p.m.

(Rivet Photo) players at us (we had only four subs). With York scoring right to the end of the game against our tired defense almost unchallenged, they racked up seven more goals.”

Greely 8, Lakers 1: Up against third-ranked Greely, the Lakers held their own in

the first half, trailing 3-0. With an injury to freshman Hayden Tremblay, the Lakers dropped to three available subs and stamina caught up to them once again as Greely added five more goals.

LR senior tri-captain Tristen Chaine got the Lakers

on the board on a penalty kick.

Fryeburg 7, Lakers 0: The Lakers ended a very long week at Fryeburg Academy Saturday for FA’s Homecoming.

“It was quickly obvious that our lack of numbers, inju-

LRMS pulls off a rarity, beats Falmouth X-C before. The Lakers beat Falmouth.

The five scoring members were Grady Kemp in fourth, Dexter Thayer in sixth, Trey Spearrin in ninth, Ezra Gronlund in 12th and Wesley Martin in 26th.

The boys finished second to G-NG, who won with 44 points, with 55 points ahead of Falmouth, 62 points, Poland with 76 points and Fryeburg with 111 points.

“It was a day I will never forget. Falmouth has a very good program and we have struggled against them every year. I thought the boys had a shot at an overall win, but did not realize that Falmouth was coming to the meet,” Coach McDonald said. “I told the boys to run their race and we will be fine.

The results shocked me. These young Lakers have taken a huge scalp. A feather in the cap, a high five to remember and a well-earned win. Very, very proud of this team and the season has just begun.”

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to Kennett for a three-team meet with Fryeburg and Kennett. Both the boys and girls finished second to Kennett and ahead of Fryeburg.

“A very good outing as we got to preview the course for next week’s Invitational that will have 10 teams,” Coach McDonald added. “I can’t say enough about how the kids are treated at Kennett.

These meets are the very best we attend and Tim Livingston and his wife Kim make that possible.

Tim is the coach at Kennett middle school and Kim is a teacher there. The positive atmosphere is contagious and everyone has a great time. The kids ran very well with many setting PRs (personal records). Everyone is feeling the benefits of the work we have been doing and I am very pleased at how well this team is improving.”

The Lakers’ home meet is Thursday, Oct. 5.

Coaches can e-mail weekly recaps about their teams to bnewseditor@yahoo.com by Monday of each week.

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CROSS-COUNTRY Last Tuesday, Lake Region Middle School’s cross-country team traveled to Gray for a meet with G-NG, Falmouth, Fryeburg and Poland on gray, misty day, but no rain. The girls finished in fourth place with 89 points, just behind Poland that had 85 points. The winning team was Falmouth with 24 points followed by G-NG with 47 points.

“We were missing Brooke Toole, one of our top runners, but a good showing by the Lakers,” Coach Kevin McDonald said.

Carly Dyer led the way finishing in sixth place. Following Carly was Libby Blais in 11th, Rebecca Caron in 25th, Aleesa Jordan in 35th and Kaydence Felts in 40th place.

“I am very pleased with how this team is coming together. The girls are working hard and the best is yet to come,” Coach McDonald added.

The boys did something that, as far as Coach McDonald is aware of, has never been done

ries and two prior games that week that we were spent from the start,” Coach Chaine said.

JV: With almost an entire team of swing players this year, the Laker JV has continued to play strong. Against York, the Lakers fell 3-2 with goals from Jason Harlow and Giovani Lopez.

Greely’s JV depth of players was evident as they easily handled the LR boys, 9-0.

True to form, the Laker JV boys didn’t let the loss to Greely deter them. They were ready to play Fryeburg. The Lakers got on the board early and never looked back, winning their third game of the season, 6-3 on goals from Doug Ross, Jason Harlow, Colby Chaine, Hayden Tremblay and Giovani Lopez (2).

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(Continued from Page 7C) 33. Dillon Doucette, 24:03 38. Connor Martin, 28:47 40. Brandon Ross, 30:14 On the girls’ side, senior Hannah Chadwick continued to improve week-to-week, placing sixth in the field of 33 with a time of 25:49 (winning time was 21:45).

Olivia Toole and the Martin twins, Madison and Mercedes (who have been out for the team for the past two weeks) continue to really impress the coaches.

“The girls are getting better each week,” Coach Dors said.

Here’s how they finished: 12. Olivia Toole, 27:30 20. Madison Martin, 29:52 26. Mercedes Martin, 31:39 30. Emily Colson, 32:56 Up next: The Lakers travel to Belfast this Saturday.

GOLF In a tri-team match, the Lakers blanked Old Orchard 7-0 at Dunegrass Country Club in OOB, but lost a close decision (4 ½ to 2 ½) to North Yarmouth Academy.

Against the Sea Gulls, the Lakers posted the following scores: Bobby Caron 57, Cutter Meeker 51, Ben Johnson 62, Justin Mushrow 61, Ayden Grass 62 and Trevor Hill 72 (par 36).

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Opinion & Comment

September 28, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 1D

It Dawned on Me

by Dawn De Busk BN Columnist

Funny things

One of the funniest things I have seen in September was a tag-along tabby cat trying to catch up with someone walking their dog.

The retirement-age man had paused, taking a cue from the canine on the end of the leash. The small terrier appeared to be in need of an appointment at the groomers. Still, its owner was providing the pup with exercise and fresh air. The walk resumed in the most casual manner when the movement of a cat behind the man-dog duo caught my eye.

The orange tabby was a ringer for Garfield. On four short legs with a fat belly that appeared to be rubbing on the ground, the cat was booking it.

As is the case with the Garfield comic strip, I tried to substitute funny phrases the cat might say as it tried to catch up.

It could be that the cat was maintaining an aloof distance and then going into high gear when aloof turned into too far behind.

Then, the down the road I went in the opposite direction of the domesticated man and his critters.

I see some funny things as I drive along Maine’s roads.

Those images are snippets of humor to carry me through my day. What I see is not the whole story, just a snapshot.

In August along the Naples Causeway, the traffic had Colors of the Season are on full display at Weston’s Farm in Fryeburg. stopped for a man in the crosswalk. He surged forward to cross the street but was jerked back because his jacket was shut in the door.

I felt guilty for laughing but my laughter was spontaneous; and, I released myself from that guilt knowing it was someFUNNY, Page 3D

When history came calling

Bird Watch

by Jean Preis BN Columnist

A rare visitor

One morning last week a friend phoned to ask if we had heard about the rare bird, a Fork-Tailed Flycatcher, that had been seen at Gilsland Farm, the headquarters of Maine Audubon Society. We had not yet heard about it, but since we were already planning to head in that direction to do some errands we Fork-Tailed Flycatcher at decided to stop by in the hope Gilsland Farm of finding it. That afternoon, after our errands, we called Doug Hitchcox, Staff Naturalist at Maine Audubon, to ask if the bird was still being seen. His phone must have been ringing off the hook all day, but he patiently gave clear directions to the bird, which was often perched in a tall elm tree beside a white house. Then he said, “Just follow the crowd of birders.”

A light rain had stopped by the time we arrived at Gilsland Farm. Acres of rolling fields, rich with wild flowers, sloped down to the Presumpscot River, and a mowed path wound its way through the field. There was no “crowd of birders,” but as we followed the path two men carrying very large telescopes strode past us. Soon we saw the white house with a tall elm tree beside it, and at the top of the elm tree was a bird silhouetted against the gray sky, perched upright as if it owned the place. We could easily see the bird’s black head and white breast, and when a breeze caught the long, graceful tail feathers, which were longer than the bird’s body, there was no doubt in our minds that this was the Fork-Tailed Flycatcher.

Flycatchers are a large, diverse family of birds, most of which live in the tropical parts of South America. The Eastern Phoebe who nests in our yard is a Flycatcher, but Phoebes winter in the southern United States or Central America. Eastern Kingbirds, common along our lakeshores in summer, are also in the Flycatcher family. They perch on top of vegetation, sally forth into the air to catch insects, and aggressively defend their territory, driving away any birds, RARE, Page 3D

Letters

Unpatriotic

To The Editor: My letter to the UN-Patriots reads: “I have taken my Patriot sweatshirt off the hook near my door. I To The Editor: Dave Mason was the most have folded it up and stuffed it into my closet. lovable man I ever met.

Hal Bartke, USN, retired Elliot Lilien Bridgton Lovell

Just sayin’

To the old aphorism “The more you know, the more you know you don’t know,” I would like to add: “…and neither does anybody else.” None of our best historians understand all of history. They specialize. They study what happened in a particular time and place. They try to be objective in a Jack Webb-style: “Just the facts, Ma’am,” but that can make for dull reading. So they adopt the writing style of a storyteller.

They humanize the main characters, illuminating both virtues and flaws. They make judgments. If they didn’t, they wouldn’t sell many books. If they’re also teachers, and many are, their students would fall asleep.

Like the late star of Dragnet, historians are trying to solve a mystery, but unlike him they’re not going to arrest a perpetrator. They may, however, tarnish a reputation here and burnish one there. Such may be their intent when beginning their research. The best historians try hard to be unbiased, but they know they are human and will always fall short of perfect impartiality. Others only offer a pretense of impartiality.

Another human factor that may work to distort history I will call peer pressure. When your colleagues all tend to interpret the events of a particular time and place in a particular way, there’s a strong tendency to go along. You might dare to offer a slightly different shade of meaning but to go further you would risk being shunned or even attacked.

When I taught history, I’d do what many teachers do and

Front Row Seat

by Tom McLaughlin BN Columnist

parse the word, suggesting it can mean: “his story,” as if there may be other stories offering different perspectives on the same events. Feminists like to parse it too, but emphasizing the “his” part as biased in favor of men, and that students might want to think of it as “herstory” as well.

Never was I taught history as a separate subject until fourth grade when Sister Charles Paul passed out the first history books at St. William’s School in Tewksbury, Mass. By the end of September I’d read all of it and longed for more, but no more came along. I don’t remember getting any more history texts until I went to high school and had Western Civilization I and II. Then it was United States’ History in junior year and that was it until college. Never did I sense a love of history in my teachers, though. Many high schools HISTORY, Page 3D

Save the health care system

If we are going to save the American health care system, we need your help — and we need it now.

I have been in close contact with many people working on this issue in Washington D.C. We are nearing the number of votes needed to end the national nightmare of ObamaCare and a new piece of legislation could be voted on this week.

I don’t need to tell you how damaging ObamaCare has been. Premiums are skyrocketing between 20 and 40 percent again, and deductibles are about to jump significantly.

Everyone who pays for their insurance knows what is happening.

Democrats are trying to use the massive failure of ObamaCare to have the federal government completely take over the health care system. Folks, if we don’t do something now, that could happen. This week, we have one last shot to get the votes in the United States Senate to save the health care system from total collapse or a big government takeover.

Unfortunately, Maine’s two senators have been opposing efforts to reform ObamaCare since day one. Senators Collins and King just want another massive expansion of Medicaid.

They want to give free health care to able-bodied people who should be working and contributing toward their health insurance. They are ignoring their own state’s disastrous history of expanding Medicaid in 2002.

Medicaid expansion did not decrease the number of unin-

Insulting display

To The Editor: Dear Mr. Craft, I have been a Patriots fan for a long, long time, but what these players are doing is the most disrespectful and ugly behavior I have ever seen, to

LAMP AT SUNSET — Laura Chadbourne of Sweden and other evening commuters pulled over on the Naples Causeway last week to enjoy a gorgeous sunset. If you look carefully at the lamp, you’ll see an intricate spider web in it! (Photo courtesy of Laura Chadbourne)

me and my fellow veterans.

Until it ends, I will not only not watch a game, I will not buy from any NFL advertiser.

One of the hardest things I have ever done was to write a letter to a young Marine’s parents informing them of the circumstances of their son’s death in action. Those NFL players are spitting on his grave and in his family’s face.

President Trump is the first president I ever remember, in my 73 years, that realizes that his first and foremost job is the protection of our country and his responsibility as commander and chief of our military. I applaud him for his action and will never look at you, Mr. Craft and Tom Brady, with the same respect I had for you before.

I’m happy Tom feels so strongly about his fellow players, but that is nothing compared to my feelings for my country, my flag, veterans, and my president. I will urge every veteran, patriot, and their families to boycott all NFL games, advertisers, and media that glorify them.

I have furthermore tweeted LETTERS, Page 2D

Views from Augusta

by Paul LePage Governor of Maine

sured Mainers, and it did not reduce emergency room utilization. It increased charity care, and it racked up a $750 million debt to our hospitals. Even worse, Medicaid expansion nearly destroyed the state’s budget. After I took office we paid off the hospitals and we fixed our Medicaid system.

No one who is currently on Medicaid will lose their eligibility. That is simply false rhetoric. We know that Maine cannot afford another expansion of Medicaid for able-bodied people. This new welfare entitlement will cost taxpayers HEALTH CARE, Page 5D

ORDER OF LEADERSHIP INDUCTION — The William I. Pembroke Post 139 of the American Legion of Harrison held the fourth Veterans Appreciation Dinner Leadership Awards banquet at the Olde Mill Tavern on Monday, Sept. 18. The Post was proud to feed 70 veterans and their guests. Inducted into the George St. John and Anthony C. Hazelton Order of Leadership were Sandy Swett, Hank Dumont, Betty Hazelton and Major General Bill Libby, former commander of the Maine National Guard. Pictured, Muffett Crowell inducts Hank Dumont into the Order of Leadership.

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Opinions

Page 2D, The Bridgton News, September 28, 2017

RIBBON CUTTING AT CHOCOLATE BAVARIAN HAUS in Bridgton held by the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce during the monthly “After Hours” included: (front, left to right) Nell Ely, Patty Wininger, George Harden, Chamber Executive Director Sue Mercer, owners of the Chocolate Bavarian Haus Scott Ferrari and David Hallett, Chamber President Kristine Karlsson, Bridgton’s

Letters

(Continued from Page 1D) President Trump and urged him to order that there be no flyovers by U.S. military aircraft until this horrible behavior by you — all owners, and players in the NFL — stops.

With both respect and disdain, Rev. Bob Celeste Harrison

Freezing is free

To The Editor: In the wake of the news that the credit reporting firm Equifax had been hacked, many consumers across the country were left feeling vulnerable. However, no matter which entity is hacked, there are important steps each of us should take to keep our data safe.

Mainers of all ages should place a freeze on their credit report (sometimes known as a “credit file”). Because a security freeze safeguards a person’s credit report, it is one of the most effective ways to protect consumers from identity theft. Without access to the sensitive information housed in your credit report, an identity thief is unable to obtain credit in your name. In Maine, freezing and unfreezing your credit report is free.

You need to place the credit freeze with each of the three major credit bureaus:

Crooked River Counseling, Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, National Alliance on Mental Health, Portland Public Health Overdose Prevention Project, Recovery 12-Step Group, The Opportunity Alliance 211Maine, and United Ambulance. Thanks are also due to Dr. Peter Leighton and Chief Richard Stillman who presented information that got the moderated community dialogue started.

We were pleased with the community action ideas generated to address the conditions identified as contributing to the opioid epidemic.

We invite interested community members to follow us on Facebook www.facebook. com/LRSACMaine and/ or attend our next coalition meeting Thursday, Oct. 12, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the lower level meeting room at Bridgton Municipal Complex.

We appreciate all who attended and encourage ongoing community dialogue on this issue. We appreciate The Bridgton News and other media for all their coverage on this issue and feel lucky to live in such a caring community. We believe there are many who can and will make a difference. We strive to bring hope, resilience, and To The Editor: The Lakes Region recovery to the Lake Region Substance Abuse Coalition and, with everyone’s help, we wants to thank the Saint Joseph Knights of Columbus for hosting the recent community forum on the opioid epidemic.

And, also thank those groups represented at the resource fair; Bridgton Hospital, Bridgton Police Department, Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax online, by mail, or by telephone. Each bureau will also provide you with a free copy of your credit report annually upon request.

Parents and grandparents should place a freeze on their children and grandchildren’s credit reports as well.

It is also recommended that you closely monitor your bank and credit card statements and report any unfamiliar charge, even if it is a small amount. Scammers will often charge a “test charge” on a stolen credit card to verify the number. This amount is usually just a few cents so many people don’t report it.

For more information visit www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork During an era of unprecedented data breaches, placing a freeze on your credit report and closely monitoring your accounts has never been more important.

Michael Parent, AARP Maine Fraud Watch Network Volunteer Portland

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CARVING IN PROGRESS — Bridgton artist, William Janelle, will be giving pumpkincarving demonstrations this year at Settlers Green Fall Festival in North Conway, N.H., this Saturday, Sept. 30, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and at Story Land, in Glen, N.H. at the Believe in Books Theater, on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Above, “Freddy” is a work in progress in the West Bridgton studio. are gaining momentum.

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Random thoughts

To The Editor: “The public welfare demands that constitutional cases must be decided according to the terms of the Constitution itself, and not according to judges’ views of fairness, reasonableness, or justice.” (Justice Hugo L. Black, 1968 Columbia University Lecture).

The Constitution is the supreme law of the land as written and as modified from time to time by Amendment (Article VI). Given that this is the case, then how is it that law schools teach the progressive theory of a “living” constitution based on “judges’ views of fairness, reasonableness, or justice?” The Constitution is fact; the progressive theory of a “living” constitution is just an intellectual theory with no basis in fact.

Have Republican members of Congress (with more than two years on the job) become so seduced by the swamp elixir that they forget what the people sent them to Washington to do? Drain the swamp; don’t swim in it.

Has progressivism so permeated our body politic that government officials (elected and unelected) no longer view the Constitution as pertainEarly morning sentry — Affectionately named ing to them? Is their moral Gullet, this young Blue Heron is looking for his breakfast. compass guided by special Chipmunks seem to be an anytime-of-the-day delight. interest money, wedge issues, LEGAL AD

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penumbras, and emanations?

Are money, power, and intellectual conceit the reasons for government to exist? Please, say it isn’t so.

Have property rights been sacrificed for the “common good”? Our very being is our property, given to us by our Creator, and our right to this property, this being, is the foundation upon which all other of our “unalienable rights” are built. The “common good” shifts control of property rights (our being) from the individual to government, which is unconstitutional.

At all levels, the Republicans ran on repeal of Obamacare and in the 2016 elections they rode on the coattails of President Trump.

It has to be galling that senators like Susan Collins and John McCain were comfortable riding with President Trump to get elected and now act like they are concerned about the poor losing Obamacare as if the poor and middle-class had something to lose. Obamacare is crashing around our ears.

Question: Which is more compassionate — hanging on to an imploding lost cause, like Obamacare, because of election pique or vote pandering, or eliminating the lost cause in a controlled manner while replacing it with rational, free market solutions based on the doctor-patient relationship.

Wouldn’t it have been more compassionate for Senator Collins and Senator McCain to have voted with the Republican majority and given the American people a shot at a health care system that worked for them instead of insurance companies and government bureaucracies?

Maybe it’s time for these senators to show the right stuff for the American people.

Jock MacGregor Sebago

Elusive emotion

To The Editor: The Good Book says: “Godliness with contentment LETTERS, Page 5D

Opinions

September 28, 2017, The Bridgton News, Page 3D

Funny things

(Continued from Page 1D) thing I might do. So, I was laughing with him, not at him.

When I was in fifth grade, I accidently got the decorative button on my dress stuck in the metal crack under my desk. It happened at school. What made it so embarrassing is a boy in the classroom tried to help which put us in a position where he was looking up my dress. The way that the button was stuck prevented me from sitting down. I turned a dozen shades of red before it was decided to rip the button off the dress, allowing me to sink shamefully into my chair.

It is funny now. It was not funny then.

But, I can relate to the man whose clothing kept him from crossing the road.

Speaking of traveling: Where did the phrase “fell off the wagon” originate? For four decades, I thought it made no sense that someone who started drinking alcohol after a period of sobriety had fallen off the wagon.

In my mind, it was a pioneer’s wagon; and the moonshine or liquor would be on the wagon. Therefore, whoever fell off the wagon would have no access to those libations.

How about the idiom: “preaching to the choir?” I believe it should be changed to singing to the choir.

Singing is more pleasant since preaching sounds like nagging and any negative comment no matter how well intended is more palatable with musical notes around it.

MISTY-EYED FOR SUMMER — The boats are moored on wakeless water as the fog bank clears from Long Lake on Tuesday morning.

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Storyteller’s version of history

(Continued from Page 1D) gave U.S. History classes to football coaches who had little or no interest in them.

After my risk of getting drafted declined in 1971, I dropped out of college and then went back in 1973 after deciding to become a teacher. For that I needed degrees and I took a few more uninspiring history courses, so my interest in history had to be sated by my own research. After being horrified watching the Adolph Eichmann trial with my father in 1961, I learned all I could about the Holocaust. Then the Vietnam War affected everyone in my demographic as my best friend and others I grew up with were sent there. Some died and all were profoundly changed, so I learned all I could about that as well. Thus did those two phases of history become my own specialties.

When students came to me with little or no historical perspective or interest, I devised methods to help them fix themselves in time. Digital imagery became available in the ’90s, so I encouraged students to bring in pictures of their ancestors to be scanned. Then they digitally constructed horizontal timelines of the 20th century with pictures of their parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents across the top — above the years corresponding to their lifespans. Across the bottom

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they put images of major world events that occurred during those lifepans. Just as Vietnam had dominated my generation, World War II and the Great Depression affected the lives of their grandparents and/or great-grandparents. World War I affected their great-great-grandparents, and so forth. They could also import pictures of presidents who served during those lifetimes.

After that exercise, the study of relevant historical occurrences became personalized. My hope was that they would gain a deeper understanding of how world and national events have often enormous effects on the lives of ordinary people.

Many students were motivated to question surviving ancestors about those events. Thus they’d fix family members in time and gain a deeper understanding of where they fit in, too.

Last week’s column concerned fixing students in space by learning geography. My hope was they would leave my class having merged the two skills. They would be able to visualize where their ancestors came from, when, and why. They’d be motivated to research further back as well as further away, and then realize how they came to be living and speaking English in rural Maine.

Tom McLaughlin of Lovell is a retired middle school U.S. History teacher.

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ELECTRICIANS Bosworth Electric Inc. Quality electrical contractor Commercial/Industrial/Residential Generators/Todd Bosworth/207-838-6755 bosworthelectricinc@hotmail.com D. M. Electric Inc. & Sons Dennis McIver, Electrical Contractor Residential/Commercial/Industrial Licensed in Maine & New Hampshire Bridgton 207-647-5012 J.P. Gallinari Electric Co. Residential - Commercial - Industrial Aerial - Auger - Lifting Service Bridgton 647-9435 McIver Electric “Your on time every time electricians” 221 Portland Rd, Bridgton 647-3664 www.mciverelectric.net R.W. Merrill Electrical Contractor 24 hour Emergency Service Residential & Commercial Harrison 583-2986 Fax 583-4882 David K. Moynihan Master Electrician Licensed ME & NH Bridgton 647-8016

EXCAVATION Mains Earthwork LLC Site work-Septic-Big/small jobs Fully insured – Free estimates Jarek Mains – Owner/Operator 207-461-7599 mainsearthwork@gmail.com Snow’s Excavation Complete site work Foundations-Septic-Lots cleared 207-647-2697

EXERCISE/FITNESS Dee’s BodyCraft Personal Training, Aerobics, Pilates Certified – Experienced Bridgton 647-9599

FLOORING Bolsters Decorating Center Carpet – vinyl – ceramic Always free decorating consulting bolsters@megalink.net 9 Market Sq., So. Paris 207-743-9202 J & M Wood Floors Installation/Sanding/Refinishing Fully insured – Free estimates 207-337-5623

FOUNDATIONS Henry’s Concrete Construction Foundations, Slabs, Floors Harrison Tel. 583-4896

GARAGE DOORS Naples Garage Door Co. Installation & repair services Free estimates Naples 207-693-3480

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(Continued from Page 1D) even very large ones, who venture nearby or fly overhead.

The Fork-Tailed Flycatcher, Tyrannus savanna, is closely related to our Eastern Kingbird, Tyrannus tyrannus, but unlike the Kingbird, who lives in South America and comes north for a few months to breed, the Fork-Tailed Flycatcher is a year-round resident of the tropics, and is rarely seen this far north. According to the Audubon Society, individual birds occasionally veer from their usual migratory route at the end of the breeding season, due to a navigational error that causes them to go far off course, even reversing normal direction.

For about half an hour we watched the Fork-Tailed Flycatcher as it perched at the top of the elm, or flew out to hunt insects in midair. A few more people arrived, eager to see the bird, and we shared our binoculars with those who did not have any. One woman, who had brought only a camera, drew our attention to the beautiful flowers beside the path, but the conversation kept returning to the extraordinary bird in front of us, as we wondered where it came from, how it had gotten here, and what its future might hold.

It was late in the afternoon when we walked back to our car, and by then, new people were arriving to see the bird.

Some were dressed in clothes more appropriate for working in an office than for tramping along a wet path through a field, but all were enthusiastic, and happy to hear the bird was still there. We later learned it had stayed at Gilsland Farm for only a few days, but in that short time this exotic-looking tropical visitor, with the long graceful tail, gave us a chance to see a creature we would not otherwise have been able to see.

MUSIC LESSONS Up Scale Music Studio Piano Lessons – All Levels Composition-Theory-Transcription Evan 647-9599

NOTARY PUBLIC Northwoods Notary Mobile notary services Weddings - lulapoop@gmail.com Linda Mercer 207-776-9090

OIL DEALERS Dead River Co. Range & Fuel Oil Oil Burner Service Tel. 647-2882, Bridgton

PAINTING CONTRACTORS

Jerry’s Painting Service Quality Painting – Interior/Exterior Fully Insured – Free Estimates Roberts Overhead Doors Commercial/residential – free estimates 207-527-2552 Now offering Master Card & Visa Webber Painting & Restoration 207-595-2311 Interior/exterior painting & repairs

HEATING Bass Heating Oil Burner Service Sales and Installations Waterford (207) 595-8829

INSULATION Western Me. Insulation Inc Batts, blown or foamed Over 30 yrs experience Free estimates – fully insured 7 days a week – 693-3585

INSURANCE Ace Insurance Agency Inc. Home and Auto 43 East Main Street Denmark 1-800-452-0745 Chalmers Ins. Agency 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311 Oberg Insurance Auto, Home, Business, Life 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858

MOVING Bridgton Moving Residential & light commercial bridgtonmoving@verizon.net Glynn Ross 240 N. High St. – 647-8255 671-2556 (cell)

AM Enterprises LLC Trash & snow removal Serving Harrison & Bridgton ameinc@outlook.com 207-749-2850

SELF STORAGE Bridgton Storage 409 Portland Rd 28 units & 4000’ open barn Bridgton 647-3206 JB Self Storage Rt. 5 Lovell, Maine Monthly/yearly secure storage 207-925-3045

SEPTIC TANK PUMPING Dyer Septic Septic systems installed & repaired Site work-emergency service-ecofriendly 1-877-250-4546 207-583-4546

SURVEYORS

F. Jonathan Bliss, P.L.S. Bliss & Associates Surveying, Land Planning 693 Main St, Lovell 207-925-1468 Waterfront specialists – Free estimates blissinc@fairpoint.net Fully insured – References 207-831-8354 Maine Survey Consultants, Inc. PLUMBING & HEATING Land info services – Surveys Boundary/Topographic/Flood elevation PO Box 485, Harrison, Maine Collins Plumbing & Heating Inc. Off: 583-6159 Specializing in repair service in D. A. Maxfield Jr. PLS The Lake Region 647-4436 Over 10,000 surveys on file Holt Plumbing Inc. Service work – pumps Camp openings – 30 years exp.

THIS SPACE CAN 207-318-9981 BE YOURS Ken Karpowich Plumbing Repairs/Installation/Remodeling Master Plumber in ME & NH Over 20 years experience 207-925-1423

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Clement Bros. Lawn and Landscape Organic lawn & garden maintenance Shoreline restoration Creative stonework, property watch Snowplowing & sanding 207-693-6646 www.clementbros.com

REAL ESTATE

Chalmers Real Estate Southern Maine Retirement Services 100 Main St., Bridgton Medicare Supplements & Prescription Plans Tel. 647-3311 Life and Senior Dental Insurance Kezar Realty 150 Main St., Bridgton 207-647-2900 Homes, Land & Vacation Rentals Lovell Village 207-925-1500 MASONRY KezarRealty.com D & D Masonry Chimneys/fireplaces/walks/etc.

Fully insured Free estimates Darryl & Doug Hunt 693-5060

RUBBISH SERVICE

Oberg Agency Residential, Business, Lake Shore Property 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858

RUBBISH SERVICE ABC Rubbish Weekly Pick-up Container Service Tel. 743-5417

Call 647-2851 for details or e-mail bnews@roadrunner.com TREE SERVICE

Q-Team & Cook’s Tree Service Removal-pruning-cabling-chipping Stump grinding-bucket work-bobcat Crane-licensed & fully insured Q Team 693-3831 or Cook’s 647-4051 Toll free 207-693-3831 www.Q-Team.com Rice Tree Service – Sheldon Rice Complete tree service – free estimates Removal-prune-chipping-stump grinding Licensed and insured Utility and Landscape Arborist Waterford ME – 583-2474

VETERINARY Fryeburg Veterinary Hospital Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Route 302, Fryeburg 207-935-2244 Norway Veterinary Hospital Naples Clinic Corner Rte. 302 & Lambs Mill Rd.

By Appointment 693-3135

WINDOW TREATMENTS Bolsters Decorating Center Custom window treatments Always free decorating consulting bolsters@megalink.net 9 Market Sq., So. Paris 207-743-9202

The Fair Housing Act of 1968 at 42 U.S.C. 3604(c) makes it unlawful “to make, print, or publish, or cause to be made, printed, or published any notice, statement, or advertisement, with respect to the sale, or rental of a dwelling that indicates any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.

CHALMERS INSURANCE &

REAL ESTATE

Part of the Chalmers Group

100 Main Street, Bridgton, ME 04009 Phone: 207-647-3311 Fax: 207-647-3003 www.chalmers-ins.com

ATTENTION

FOR SALE

RED’S FIREWOOD — Cut, split and delivered. Any amounts.

Call 615-6342 for details. tf18

$5 FOR TATTERED — U.S. Flag when purchasing new U.S. Flag 3’x5’ or larger. Maine Flag & Banner, Windham, 893-0339.

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DRIED FIREWOOD — Dried twelve months. Selling seasoned hardwood year-round. One cord $240, half cord $140. Call 207-595-5029; 207-583-4113. westermainefirewood.com 52t22x

GARAGE SALE — Saturday, Sept. 30, 9-4, Route 93, Bridgton (1/2 mile from intersection of 302/93). Good quality furniture, Annalee dolls, china dishes, shelves, nice mirrors and more.

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GOT WOOD — Ready to burn October 2017. $250 a cord. Cut, split and delivered locally. Call 647-8146. tf21 SNOWMOBILE DOG SLED — like new $250. 647-3028.

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VEHI­CLES FOR SALE

2010 CHEVY IMPALA LT — only 81,000 miles, clean, remote start, black, $5,200 or best offer.

Call 647-8188.

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2010 DODGE SHORT BOX ­— single-cab Ram 1/2 ton pickup truck, blue over silver, auto floor shift, 85K miles, Hemi engine, well cared for, covered bed, tube running boards, a must see. $18,495. 207-415-4476.

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Classified line ads are now posted JESUS IS LORD — new and on our website at NO EXTRA used auto parts. National locator.

CHARGE! www.bridgton.com Most parts 2 days. Good used cars.

Ovide’s Used Cars, Inc., Rte. 302 HELP WANTED tf30 Bridg­ton, 207-647-5477.

HELP WANTED — Anticipated FOR RENT and current employment opportunities Maine School Adminis- BRIDGTON — Rooms for rent. trative District 72, Fryeburg, Me. $125 per week furnished with InPosted on our website: www. ternet. Call Ben at 207-894-8303. msad72.org tf5 tf9

TOWN OF LOVELL HELP WANTED

Tax Collector

The Town of Lovell is seeking applications for the position of Tax Collector. Salary range will be $30,000 – $35,000 depending on experience. Please contact the Town Office for an application and a job description at PO Box 235, Center Lovell, ME 04016, or (207) 925-6272. The position will remain open until a proper candidate is chosen.

The Town of Lovell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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70 Fairview Drive Fryeburg, ME 04037 Phone 207-935-3351 Fax 207-256-8303

Part-time

Dietary Cook/Aide

Enjoy working with food and people? This could be the job for you. This position includes every other weekend. We are willing to train the right person to join our team. If you are interested, please call 207-935-3351 and ask for Abbey, stop by 70 Fairview Drive, Fryeburg, or visit our website at www.fryeburghealthcare.com to download an application. 1T39CD

Concrete Laborers and/or Finishers

HENRY’S CONCRETE 583-4630 or 557-2800

The UMBRELLA FACTORY SUPERMARKET

TOWN OF CASCO

Part-Time Customer Service Clerk Opening The Town of Casco is currently seeking an individual to work in the Town Office providing direct customer service and performing various clerical duties. This is a part-time position. Information, job application, and job description may be obtained at the Casco Town Office at 635 Meadow Road, Casco, Maine 04015, or may be found on the Town of Casco website at www.cascomaine.org

SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR — looking for plumbing work in the local area. Call 647-8026. tf38

YARD WORK — Brush, total tree removal, limb-cutting, brush removal, bark mulch installation, trucking and more. Call 595-8321.

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Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.

Applications may be mailed to the Casco Town Office, 635 Meadow Road, Casco, ME 04015, or may be e-mailed to the attention of the Casco Town Manager at manager@cascomaine.org 3T38CD

Multiple reputable, well-known companies in the Lake Region and Western Maine areas

TOWN MANAGER Town of Harrison, Maine The Town of Harrison is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Town Manager. Harrison is a healthy and vibrant rural community nestled in the foothills and Lake Region of western Maine. Harrison is both a year-round residential and summer home community, as well as a four-season tourist destination which provides a wide variety of natural recreation opportunities. With a year-round residential population of 2,750, which increases during the summer months, Harrison is a family-oriented community considered by those who live and summer here to be a beautiful place to live, work or visit.

Harrison operates under a Town Meeting/Selectmen/ Town Manager form of government with a current budget of $6.6M, of which $1.8M is for Municipal Operations, $3.4M for Education, $350K for County, $600K for Capital Roads Projects and $350K for Capital Equipment & Facilities. The Town employs 13 full-time employees and 6 part-time/per diem employees. Police coverage is provided by Cumberland County, with the inclusion of 40 hours per week of contract coverage, Fire Services are provided by 20 plus volunteer/ paid call firefighters and Ambulance Services are split between two private ambulance services.

Preferred candidates will have a degree in public policy or business with experience in local government, either as a town, county or manager of a larger municipality.

Documental experience in budgeting/finance, personnel management, capital planning, insurance administration and community relations are required. Candidates should also possess personal written and oral communications skills, a positive attitude and demonstrated leadership ability. In addition to being the Town Manager, the position is also the appointed Treasurer, Tax Collector, Road Commissioner, Assistant General Assistance Administrator and Public Information Officer. Salary and benefits commensurate with the qualifications noted.

Resume with cover letter, salary history and five professional references must be sent in sealed format via registered USPS or equivalent mail service addressed to: “Town Manager Search,” P.O. Box 300, 20 Front Street, Harrison, Maine 04040.

Electronic applications will not be accepted. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with a start time for review of applications to begin on Tuesday, October 24th.

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40+ Current Job Openings Walk-ins ALWAYS welcome!

To help expedite the interview process we encourage you to visit our website, www.bonneystaffing.com to complete an online application!

940 Roosevelt Trail, Windham, ME 04062 Next to Seacoast Fun Park!

207.892.2286 www.bonneystaffing.com

40'x50' Commercial Building For Rent BRIDGTON 3 Large Garage Doors

GREAT GARAGE SALE — for crafters and do-it-yourselfers. 718 Meadow Rd., Casco, Saturday, Sept. 30, 8-2. No early birds. Raw materials for Pinterest projects.

Doors, windows, drawers, spindles, mirrors, reclaimed wood, furniture legs and much more.

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Moving Sale

535 South Bridgton Road Saturday, Sept. 30 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Furniture • Antiques Fun Stuff Rain or Shine

from Oct. 2 – 7 on in-stock supplies.

Now taking applications for employment.

HELP WANTED

CHUCK’S MAINTENANCE — If you need anything cleaned up or cleaned out, my trailer is 7’ by 12’. Call 743-9889.

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YARD SALE — Saturday, Sept.

30, 9-3. Corner of Harrison Rd. & Iredale St., Bridgton. China, linens, stands, lamps, large stamp collection. You name it, we have it.

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In Lovell 5-Acre Lot $30,000 1-Acre Lot $12,000 207-925-1480

Wood Stove Galvanized Ash Buckets SAVE 10%

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WORK WANTED

LAND FOR SALE

OCTOBER SALES SPECIALS

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NAPLES SHOPPING CENTER Route 302, Naples, ME 207-693-3988

TREE WORKERS WANTED — Experience a plus. Must have valid driver’s license. Apply online at www.Q-Team.com/employtf11 ment-application

CASCO — Rooms for rent. $125 HEAP HAULERS — Towing per week furnished with Internet service. Cash paid for junk cars. and laundry onsite. Call Tommy at Call 655-5963. tf12 207-595-4946. tf9 COMPUTER HELP — Repairs, REAL ESTATE FOR SALE training, networking and consulting. Call the computer tutors, 603WATERFRONT PROPERTY 694-2088, nhcomputertutors.com — Kezar Pond Fryeburg. 6.8 acres, tf25 201’ frontage, incredible views, private Osgood Lane. FSBO call WANTED 207-233-0451.

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— Since 1980. Interior and exte- FMI, go to our website www. rior painting. Free estimates. Call harvesthills.org for details or call John Mathews 452-2781. tf40 935-4358, ext. 21. tf44 LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER YARD SALES — Mobile Feline Fix It Wagon, cats $70-$85. Dogs at Conway GARAGE SALE — Saturday, clinic starting at $100. NH and Sept. 30, 9-4, Route 93, Bridgton Maine income qualified plans. (1/2 mile from intersection of Military discounts. Rozzie May 302/93). Good quality furniture, Animal Alliance, a dedicated spay/ Annalee dolls, china dishes, neuter nonprofit. Sign up online shelves, nice mirrors and more. www.RozzieMay.org or call 603- No reasonable offer refused. 1t39 447-1373. tf17 MOVING SALE — Everything must go. Saturday, Sept. 30 & Sunday, Oct. 1, 9-3, 19 Island Rd., Fryeburg. Pressure washer, lawn mower, golf pull carts, tools, costume jewelry and glassware.

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14'x14' Air Compressor Heat, Bathroom CALL 207-925-1480

Good Pay • Lots of Overtime Hours Class C license required. CDL a plus.

All positions part-time. 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 years old and older. Apply in person at The Umbrella Factory.

SEMI-RETIRED PERSON — for part-time help. Call 928-2210.

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Harrison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HARRISON — One-bedroom apartment. All inclusive. No pets. $650-$680 per month. Deposit and first month required. Call 5831072.

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BUSINESS SERVICES

TOWN & COUNTRY 2928 East Conway Road East Conway, N.H. 603-939-2698

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CUSTODIAN WANTED — Full description at front desk and on website: www.bridgtonlibrary.com

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BRIDGTON — Beautiful cape with open concept 1st floor, 2 large bedrooms, 1 bath, 1-car garage and lg. yard. Steps to beach and town. $1200 mo. includes water, heat & trash removal. Security, last month & reference required. No pets, no smoking. Call 318-4465.

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FOR RENT

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ODD JOBS — By the hour, day, week or job. Power washing, light trucking. Free estimates. Call 6274649.

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DENMARK — 2-bedrooms, 2ndfloor apartment. Heat/hot water/ trash/plowing included. Peaceful country setting with water views, short walk to town beach. Town park is 400 feet away. Full monthly rent is $776, but subsidized by the Maine State Housing Authority based on your monthly income.

Your income must be less than $20,700 to qualify. Quiet pets are ok but sorry, no dogs are allowed.

A $500 security deposit is required.

Please call for more information: 508-942-8877.

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EXPERIENCED — Housekeeper looking for work. 25 years experience, references, can accommodate weekly, biweekly or seasonal.

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FOR RENT

Buildings and Grounds Manager Salaried seasonal position. This full-time seasonal position offers oversight and management of all Shawnee Peak’s base lodge facilities and lodging properties. The position reports directly to the General Manager.

The buildings and grounds manager is responsible for hiring, training and overseeing a staff of custodians, parking attendants and the general maintenance crew.

Requirements: Basic knowledge and troubleshooting skills in electrical, light mechanical and custodial systems. Light equipment repair.

The successful candidate must be able to adhere to both labor and equipment budgets.

Guest Services Manager Salaried seasonal position. This full-time seasonal position oversees the Guest Services Office, which is often the first point of contact for guests at the Mountain. The position reports to the Director of Skier Experience.

Major Duties Include: Assisting our customers with a helpful smile; hiring, training and overseeing the front office staff.

Requirements: Must be computer savvy and know how to operate a basic phone system. Have outstanding customer service skills. Know how to motivate staff and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multitask.

The successful candidate must be able to adhere to and uphold company polices.

Please apply to either job online with a resume and cover letter to jobs@shawneepeak.com, noting which position you are applying for in the subject line. Employee Benefits are listed on shawneepeak.com

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Classified advertising is sold in this space at the rate of $3.50 for 20 words or less and 15¢ a word over 20. All ads are payable in advance.

Repeats are charged at the same rate as new ads. Ads taken over the phone must be called in by Monday with payment arriving by Tuesday. A charge of $1.00 per week extra is made for the use of a box number if requested. A charge of $1.00 per classified is made if billing is necessary. Cards of Thanks and In Memoriams are charged at the same rate as classified ads. Poetry is charged by the inch.

Classified display is sold at $6.50 per column inch. Classified advertisers must furnish written copy.

The Bridgton News assumes no financial responsibility for typographical errors in advertisements other than to reprint that part of any advertisement in which a typographical error occurs. Advertisers will please notify the business office promptly of any errors that may occur, phone 207-647-2851.

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Opinions

Compassion and respect?

To The Editor: We are a nation of special observances. There is even a World Day for Farm Animals, observed on October 2 (Gandhi’s birthday). Apparently, it is intended to memorialize the tens of billions of animals abused and killed for food.

Like most others, I always thought of farm animals as “food on the hoof.” But when a friend sent me an amazing, endearing Facebook video (www.facebook.com/ LeoJuniorBulldogFrench/ videos/1198548160234565/), it dawned on me that farm animals are much like our family dog, fully deserving of our compassion and respect.

My Internet search showed that they get neither. Male baby chicks are routinely suffocated in plastic garbage bags or ground up alive. Laying hens are crowded into small wire cages that tear out their feathers. Breeding sows are kept pregnant in tiny metal crates. Dairy cows have their babies snatched away immediately upon birth, so we can drink their milk.

It was enough to drive someone to drink. Instead, it drove me to replace the animal products in my diet with a rich variety of plantbased “meats” and “dairy” items offered by my grocery store. I have since learned that a cruelty-free diet is also great for my health and for the health of our planet.

Booker Niland Bridgton

To The Editor: Once again, we are being presented with a Republican/ Trump-sponsored health care bill that, incredibly, appears to be even worse than its rejected predecessors. It does nothing to address needed Affordable Care Act improvements, but instead creates another set of more troubling problems. But like the three previous versions, this, too, is being rushed through without proper hearings, adequate public information, or an impact analysis on what it will mean for millions of citizens, our health care system, or one sixth of the country’s economy. Projections that we do know are not encouraging: As many as 32 million could lose health care coverage. In Maine alone this number is estimated to be 161,000.

States could apply for waivers of the essential benefits now guaranteed by the Affordable Care Act/ ObamaCare. Depending on where one lives, coverage for hospitalizations, maternity care, pediatrics, and mental heath/substance abuse treatment could be lost.

Those with preexisting conditions could be left with policy premiums so high they are practically worthless.

The plan does nothing to tackle two critical needs — the price of prescription drugs and the opioid emergency.

Lifetime coverage limits for the disabled and seriously ill could be reinstated, greatly impacting access to care and ushering a return of the days of medical bankruptcy for those already struggling to stay well or even alive. Such negative changes could be felt not only by those on the ACA and MaineCare but also by the much larger employerprovided private insurance market.

Rural hospitals would be threatened with closure as both the numbers of covered patients and government financial support erode.

Bridgton Hospital is the largest employer in the town.

It offers services to several communities and, by its very presence, attracts businesses, families, and retirees to locate in Bridgton and the surrounding towns. Those who are unconcerned about the priority issue of health care might ponder the economic and employment impacts.

With millions of dollars lost under this proposal, why would young nurses, doctors, and other providers stay in Maine, or any state, that cannot offer stable employment or good salaries due to a lack of funding? Current shortages could be exacerbated as health care professionals go elsewhere.

MaineCare/Medicaid, the health coverage for millions of the disabled and lowincome children and adults will be virtually gutted over the next decade.

The single largest reason given for an inability to work by the rural unemployed is poor health. It’s senseless to embrace a so-called reform that deprives yet more individuals of the care they need to be more productive, healthier members of society.

Prior to the implementation of the ACA and the corresponding drop in the level of the uninsured, it was esti-

Time for saving the American health care

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I urge you to call Senators Collins and Senator King and ask them to vote for the Senate’s bill to reform ObamaCare.

Maine benefits greatly from this bill. Even though they don’t admit it, Senators Collins and King must see that the system is failing. It’s time for our elected officials in Washington to lift this terrible burden from hard-working Mainers and the American people. Senators Collins and King must stop their excuses and politically motivated delays. They must vote to save the health care system for Mainers and all Americans.

Please call them and tell them to do the right thing.

Call Senator Susan Collins at her office in Washington D.C. at: 202-224-2523.

Call Senator Angus King at his office in Washington D.C. office at: 202-224-5344.

LOCAL AUTHOR SPEAKS — Kevin Hancock of Casco, author and CEO of Hancock Lumber, spoke to guests at the Norway Memorial Library on Thursday, Sept. 21. In his presentation, he talked about his book Not for Sale: Finding Center in the Land of Crazy Horse” and his successive trips to the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota.

He also shared his struggle with spasmodic dysphonia, a vocal condition and how it led him to trying to find his voice (physically and personally). He brought artifacts from his trip, showed a brief, interesting video, and answered questions from the audience. He also sold and signed books for anyone interested, donating a portion of the proceeds to the library. mated that at a minimum of 10,000 people in our country were dying annually because they lacked access to health care. If this mortality rate was attributable to any other preventable cause, an outraged public would be demanding a solution. Going backwards, as this bill would send us, is not such a solution.

The Republican / Trumpcare plan, opposed by virtually every health-related entity, is not public health policy. It is an attempt to keep an ill-conceived promise made by Republicans to its wealthy political donors who fund their campaigns and the small number of voters that comprise the party’s political base. It must be defeated to enable Congress to begin again, as they were prior to the emergence of this latest proposal, to develop a bipartisan, fair, and quality health care system for all.

Senator Susan Collins is again critical in the upcoming vote now scheduled for later this week. Please contact her in Lewiston at 784-6969. Tell her to stay the course and vote no on this terrible piece of legislation.

Therese Johnson Bridgton

A losing hand

To The Editor: If human beings are still writing history 100 years from now, which grows more unlikely every day, then historians will look back on our present situation as the time when Americans decided whether or not we would have a future. Futurists — that group of scientists, mathematicians, philosophers, historians, and economists who gather the data for computer models of our potential futures — now say there’s about a 50-50 chance that we won’t make it. The template by which futurists analyze any future scenario is called PPPW: Is it possible; is it probable; is it preferable; what wild card events could change their equations?

Since Donald Trump took office, futurists have become markedly more pessimistic. Their odds that climate change will result in human extinction have jumped from near zero to about one chance in twenty. That doesn’t sound too bad, but would you board an airplane if you knew there was one chance in twenty that

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it would crash, killing not only the people on board, but everyone on earth as well?

I wouldn’t. Their odds that human civilization in the 21st century will collapse into a new Dark Age have risen from one chance in three to two chances in five.

No doubt many will take refuge in the old right-wing canard that these are just a bunch of ivory-tower elitists, and what do they know, anyway? Well, this is serious enough that Winton Capital, one of the largest hedge funds in Europe, is opening a platform for investors to buy and sell on the odds that climate change will cause irreparable damage to the world economy. Las Vegas odds-makers have been doing the same

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thing for years. These guys make big bucks by figuring the odds on virtually anything and being right most of the time. When they start putting big bets on whether we will make it in the future, you know things are getting dicey.

The future of human life has become a matter of odds — possibilities, probabilities, preferences, and wild cards. Anyone who doubts this should never play poker.

Some folks might bet that they’ll win with a final hand of Jack, eight, seven, four, and deuce, in four different suits, but I sure wouldn’t.

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We were traveling on Route 113 north of East Chatham, N.H. The highway then swings back into Maine and enters the White Mountain National Forest.

The road narrowed and, suddenly, we entered what I would call a “Canopy of Contentment.” The narrow, two-lane black asphalt road, barely wide enough for two cars, was crowded in by vegetation from both sides and a canopy of intertwined trees above us. My companion had to point out to me that there was a restraining barrier on the sides of the road — wire cables anchored by vertical steel posts — but it was not visible because it was overgrown by vegetation.

Nature was reclaiming its province. The reason: no one lived there; no need for telephone and power lines. I experienced something similar on a camping trip several years ago to the Moosehead Lake region. Going west from Greenville/Rockwood on Routes 6/15 you come into an area with no houses, and no businesses, thus no need for ugly telephone poles and power lines. Things open up; you notice the sky; you relax; all is peaceful on God’s green earth.

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Great Maine Outdoor Weekend starts Sept. 29 NORWAY — The 11th Great Maine Outdoor Weekend (GMOW) is scheduled this year for Friday, Sept. 29 to Sunday, Oct. 1.

The weekend is an annual collaborative event featuring active outdoor programs offered by a variety of agencies and organizations across the state. Promoted by the Maine Outdoor Coalition, the goal of the event is to connect friends and neighbors with the natural world, and to promote fun, physical activity, and good health. Involving over 160 organizations, the GMOW has inspired over 22,000 Mainers and visitors to explore the outdoors in every single county of Maine.

In the Oxford Hills, the Western Foothills Land Trust is sponsoring a variety of opportunities to be outside and active at some of the area’s special places.

Scheduled events are listed below: Friday, Sept. 29, 9 to 11 a.m. — Packard Trail Story Walk: The Spy. When did Daniel Packard come to Buckfield? Where did he meet his wife? And which famous author told his story? Discover the answers to these questions on a twomile trail walk in the Virgil Parris Forest, Buckfield.

Meet at the trailhead 1.2 miles south of Route 117 on Sodom Rd. Friday, Sept. 29, 5:30 to 7 p.m. — Sunset on Hawk Mountain (weather permitting). Moderate incline walk with panoramic view at the

top. It is possible to spot hawks migrating. Trailhead on Hawk Mountain Road, 7/10 of a mile south of Mill Hill Road in Waterford.

Saturday, Sept. 30, 9 to 11 a.m. — 2K or 5K Canine-Cross. A fun event for fit canines and owners.

Please run with a harness; $10 entry fee. Roberts Farm Preserve, 64 Roberts Rd., Norway.

Saturday, Sept. 30, 1 to 3 p.m. — Hike to historic Harvard Mine. A strenuous 2.4-mile round-trip to a great view. Noyes Mountain Preserve, 172 Richardson Hollow Rd., Greenwood.

Sunday, Oct. 1, 9 to 11 a.m. — Geocaching Packard Trail in Virgil Parris Forest.

Learn about geocaching while enjoying the twomile Packard Trail. Bring a smartphone or a GPS device.

Trailhead is 1.2 miles south of Route 117 on Sodom Rd. in Buckfield.

Sunday, Oct. 1, 1 to 3 p.m. — Witt’s End mountain bike ride. Explore beginner and intermediate level mountain bike trails at Shepard’s Farm Preserve, 121 Crockett Ridge Rd., in Norway. Bring your own bike.

All activities are free unless otherwise noted; donations to the Land Trust are always welcomed. To learn more about GMOW events around the state go to http://greatmaineoutdoorweekend.org. For more information about Western Hills Land Trust GMOW programs call 739-2124 or e-mail staff@wfltmaine.org

NORWAY — Western Maine Health President and CEO, Timothy A. Churchill, recently announced that Bradley Owen has accepted the position of practice manager for Oxford Hills Internal Medicine.

Owen holds a bachelor of science degree in Physical Education from Atlantic Union College and has prior experience as a manager for a neurology practice. He is currently finishing his master’s degree in Healthcare Administration at Saint Joseph’s College in Maine. Professional Association memberships include the Medical Group Management Association and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. In his new role, Owen will be respon-

sible for guiding, organizing, and monitoring all services provided by Oxford Hills Internal Medicine.

Owen says, “I am excited to work with a team of physicians and clinical and clerical staff with several years of service who treat each other with respect, kindness, and compassion and who put the patient at the center of everything they do. Patient care is a team approach from the moment the patient checks in, to the moment they check out, and at OHIM I can see that approach in action.”

Stephens Memorial Hospital is a Leapfrog 2016 Top Rural Hospital and a member of MaineHealth. Bradley Owen, practice To learn more visit www. manager, Oxford Hills wmhcc.org or follow Internal Medicine

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anything — but they’re sure losers.

One question matters now: Whose future? Whose future will America follow in the coming years — Trumpism, all belligerence, bravado, neo-Nazis, white supremacists, and KKK goons; fundamentalist Christians with their 18th century theology

Autumn view from Noyes Mountain.

Music with Mission: Dave Mallett NORTH WINDHAM — On Saturday, Oct. 7, at 7 p.m., the very talented David Mallett will perform in concert at the North Windham Union Church, 723 Roosevelt Trail (Rte. 302), in Windham. Singersongwriter Mallett is one of America’s true original troubadours. In a career spanning four decades, he has recorded

14 albums, had several hundred covers made of his songs, and performed in clubs, concert halls, and festivals across the United States, Canada, and Europe. He has appeared on numerous broadcasts, including National Public Radio’s A Prairie Home Companion.

Known for carefully written, poetic offerings, his songs have been recorded by more than 150 artists, including Alison Krauss, Pete Seeger, Emmylou Harris, John Denver, and even the Muppets. His Garden Song them at Facebook.com/ (Inch by Inch, Row by Row) StephensMemorialME has become an American folk classic.

“We are very proud to welcome David Mallett as our headliner to close out our fifth season of Music with a Mission,” said Dr. Richard Nickerson, Minister of Music for NWUC. “David Mallett is a true Maine treasure. For over 40 years he has delighted audiences throughout the country, and we hope that fans from throughout southern Maine will turn out for this benefit concert.”

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(Continued from Page 5D) fuels, fighting endless foreign wars, working to maintain white male supremacy, and ham-stringing our government until it can’t do

and Victorian sexual prudery; trickle-down economic true believers? No, thank you.

None of those ideologies can produce a viable future for humanity. If we take any of those dead-end streets, we’re betting our grandchildren’s lives on a losing hand.

Rev. Robert Plaisted Bath

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New Chamber Members N E W S The Chamber would like to welcome new members: Team Long Run in Bridgton We’ve built Team Long Run on a few ideas. To begin with, we know running, done right, is hard. It’s a lot easier not to. We also know, however, that hard is good. Completing a difficult task is satisfying, joyful. Doing that every day is transformational.In the words of one of our former athletes, running helps a kid “discover their own worth and capability.” Running is one of the few remaining activities available to kids that unfailingly reward consistency and sacrifice. Please reread that last sentence and consider how important that is today. Running has always been a refiner’s fire; the hotter it burns, the purer the gold. Running is healthy and natural. Given proper guidance and time, anyone can enjoy life-quality benefits from running… especially kids. Improved concentration, time management, confidence, fitness, sleep, nutrition, and pure grit are just a few of the rewards a runner earns, and should happily expect. Running provides a fool-proof opportunity to set goals and honestly assess progress. The clock doesn’t lie.

To learn more call 618-917-1091, e-mail teamlongrun@gmail.com

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This concert is the 49th in the Music with a Mission series sponsored by the North Windham Union Church. The church donates a portion of the proceeds to area nonprofits and so far over $51,000 has been raised to support the missions of the church and other community organizations.

David Mallett has decided to support Windham Neighbors Helping Neighbors, a nonprof-

it that provides fuel assistance to people in need throughout the community.

Concert tickets are $20 and may be purchased online at www.mwamconcerts.com or through the committee. All seating is general admission; the box office opens at 6 p.m. and the doors will open at 6:30 p.m. For more information please call 892-7149 or e-mail MWAMconcerts@gmail.com

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