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Fay selected as town’s first full-time fire chief

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer As a career firefighter of 40 years, Stephen Fay knows the most valuable asset is people.

Before Fay made any comments regarding his selection of being Bridgton’s first full-time fire chief, he asked for a moment of silence in memory of Captain Mike Field, who passed away Sept. 17.

Fay told selectmen that the loss is not only devastating to the Field family, but also to the Bridgton Fire WELCOME ABOARD — Bridgton Fire Department interim chief Todd Perreault Department family. welcomes Stephen Fay, who has been selected as the town’s first full-time fire chief.

“We don’t take it lightSelectmen affirmed Fay’s hiring at Tuesday’s board meeting.

(Rivet Photo) ly,” said Fay on the loss of

such an active member of the department.

Fay started his firefighting career in Cranston, R.I., as a volunteer. His interest in public service moved him to the appointment as a “floater” with the City of Warwick’s fire department in 1986. Over the years, Fay moved up the ladder, earning the positions of lieutenant and captain, and working as part of a hazards team. In 2011 as a captain/ co-commander, Fay was the senior most member of the Warwick crew of 220 firefighters.

“Now, I am the most junior member of the Bridgton Fire Department,” Fay told select-

men, who gave him a round of applause as the newest member of their staff.

Town Manager Robert Peabody said Fay will have an office space at the Municipal Complex. His annual salary is $50,000 plus benefits.

In other selectmen’s meeting news: Where to apply grant money? Anne Krieg, the town’s director of planning, economic and community development, asked selectmen what projects and/or programs they might place at the top of their “to do” list for 2017 using Community Development Block Grant BRIDGTON, Page 3A

Casco looks at sheriff deputy contract costs

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — The first year costs of having a Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputy working in the Town of Casco for 40 hours a week include the cruiser. Then, after five years or 120,000 miles, the town would own the vehicle.

Also, a town’s contract with CCSO provides a deputy who works within the town’s borders for 10 hours, four days a week. It does not

provide constant coverage.

But, the contract ensures residents that during certain time frames, law enforcement will be nearby when needed.

The Casco Board of Selectmen reviewed the costs for contracting a 40-hours-aweek deputy. The first year contract costs are $179,170.

The second year contract would be $121,526.

At this point, the deputy contract is being considered only. The next step is to present the package to the Casco

Finance Committee. Also, in order to actually happen, the concept would have to be approved at the Town Meeting in 2017.

On Tuesday, the board heard a presentation by Patrol Capt. Scott Stewart.

“Sheriff Kevin Joyce describes it best. Everyone gets basic cable, but if you have a contract you get the premium package, you get more channels,” Stewart said.

“Not only would you have a connection with that par-

ticular deputy. (The deputy) would have a connection with the town,” he said, referring to the deputy knowing details of what is normal and what is out of place.

“That gate is open, it should be closed. That guy delivers papers; that is why he is driving on the wrong side of the road,” Stewart said.

“There is startup cost. It is expensive to get going: vehicle costs, boots to hat, all the bells and whistles,” he said.

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — The historic Grange Hall in Casco Village has some structural issues, and the repair costs are through the roof.

A recent engineers’ report indicates that the building is in dire straits, and the price to repair it could be prohibitive — considering it would require taxpayers’ dollars.

The Casco Board of Selectmen discussed the engineers’ report submit-

ted by Sebago Technics.

The estimated cost to fix the Grange Hall is between $400,000 and $600,000. That does not include an elevator that would be required to be installed should the second floor of the building be opened to public use.

Currently, the Head Start Program leases the first floor.

On Tuesday, the board decided that the fate of the Grange Hall should be pitched to voters at the Town Meeting n 2017.

The general idea was to present three options: Spend the money to repair the building, put the building on the real estate market with the caveat that the new owners repair it or raze it, or have the town cover the costs of demolishing the building and selling the lot.

Casco Town Manager Dave Morton said he had expected the repair costs to be about $250,000. He began the discussion saying, “If the town were to sell the build-

ing, we would have to fully disclose this information.”

“I am delivering it to the board. And now, the board needs to decide how to move forward,” he said. “We are really at the point that we need to do something — we need to make some serious decisions regarding the building.”

Prior to the 2016 Town Meeting, the board decided not to budget the costs of renovating the Grange Hall. The GRANGE, Page 2A

In the paperwork accompa- most expensive version of nying the personnel costs year one, which included 12 for 2017, Stewart explained sick days, two personal days, that he was presenting the DEPUTY, Page 2A

Grange repairs through roof

William “Bill” Diamond

Ryan McDonald

Senate District #26

Towns: Baldwin, Casco, Frye Island, Raymond, Standish, Windham Incumbent: William Diamond (D) Challenger: Ryan McDonald (R) CANDIDATE PROFILES William Diamond Master’s degree Education American Legion Legislator of the Year Award Former teacher, principal and superintendent of schools, Windham and Raymond Small business owner 36 years Former Maine Secretary of State, eight years Co-founder and president Windham Neighbors Helping Neighbors, buying fuel assistance for the needy Author, The Evil and the Innocent, book about protecting and rescuing sexually-abused children.

Ryan McDonald Windham native Married Self-employed consultant.

QUESTIONS Q1. Why did you decide to run for office/why did you decide to become involved in politics?

Diamond: There is so much to do in our state and I’m confident that I can help. I find it especially rewarding to help solve problems that my constituents bring to me. I’m DISTRICT #26, Page 5A

James Hamper

Joseph Chisari

Senate District #19 Towns: Bridgton, Brownfield, Denmark, Fryeburg, Harrison, Hiram, Naples, Norway, Otisfield, Oxford, Paris, Porter, Sebago Incumbent: James Hamper (R) Challenger: Joseph Chisari (D) CANDIDATE PROFILES Joseph Chisari I am 46, married for 19 years, raising two sons.

James Hamper 1023 King Street, Oxford Married to Lynn, 40 years.

Residential carpenter, 43 years (37 years employed by Bartow Construction of Otisfield.

Two adult children and four grandchildren.

Served in the Legislature 12 years; House 122nd-125th and Senate 126th-127th QUESTIONS Q1. Why did you decide to run for office/why did you decide to become involved in politics?

Chisari: The reason I am running is to help bring about positive change.

Hamper: My decision to run for office was 18 years ago after my predecessor was elected. I job shadowed him in January that year and watched the proceedings and decided I could do that job. Six years later, I was and have ever since.

Q2. What strengths do you feel you bring to the position?

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VOLUNTEERISM RECOGNIZED — Cyndi Broyer, director of the Mother Seton House, receives the Mary Rines Thompson Award for volunteerism from Fred Thompson, son of the late Mary Rines Thompson, during the News Center’s 6 Who Cares gala.

One on One with...

Cyndi Broyer

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer FRYEBURG — Cyndi Broyer says she has been richly blessed in life with a loving and supportive husband and family, along with a rewarding career.

“I have been taught to use these gifts, my time, my talents and my treasure, in the service of others,” she said.

“One way I do this is by volunteering at Mother Seton House.”

Mother Seton House is a loving a home — a safe haven for women as they prepare to give birth and nurture their newborns, a place of comfort and learning and growing.

“We serve many women in need in the community, and in a special way, we serve our guests at the house.

And the moms and babies at the house, they fill our hearts with joy,” Cyndi said. “I thank each of the women who has come through our doors. It is a privilege to walk with the brave and determined mothers of Mother Seton House as they work to improve their lives and the lives of their babies. They have taught me so much about courage and perseverance in the face of formidable challenges.”

The more than 1000 volunteers and donors, who support Mother Seton House, are making a difference, providing hope and security to pregnant women in need, and providing their children with the good start they deserve.

Leading the charge is Cyndi Broyer, who is director of Mother Seton House. She was recently honored for her efforts by receiving the Mary Rines Thompson Award — a volunteer award given by the United Way of Greater Portland as part of the annual News Center’s 6 Who Cares Award.

The 16th Annual Who Cares Award gala ceremony took place on Monday, Oct. 17 at the Portland Museum of Art. Hosted by News Center’s Cindy Williams and Pat CYNDI, Page 8C

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Casco leach field project put on spring ‘to do’ list

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — The environmental paperwork necessary for constructing a new leach field in Casco Village has delayed the project.

However, that might be good news.

“It is getting late into the fall. I think we may have to wait until spring,” Casco Town Manager Dave Morton said. “We would get more aggressive bidding from contractors for the spring time,” he said.

Sebago Technics designed the plans for a new leach field behind the Casco Library parking lot. It would replace the old leach field and tie into some existing lines that are still functional. The leach field project will be paid for using funds from the Tenney Hill

Waste Oil Reparation Fund.

On Tuesday, the Casco Board of Selectmen was informed that the town is still working on the paperwork to get a variance from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).

According to Morton, the variance is for the setback from the wetlands behind the library parking lot. The leach field plan also has proper setbacks from the public water supply, he said.

“The public water supply is the bigger issue,” Morton said. “The engineers working on (the leach field project) said the variance from the DEP was a better choice and more probable,” he said.

The engineers from Sebago Technics had been instructed by the town to design plans that were not dependent on whether or not

the old school building that sits on the property is moved.

Ideally, the members of the Raymond Casco Historical Society would like to relocate the old school house to the museum located on Route 302 in Casco. However, that building relocation project has been on hold.

Selectman Grant Plummer said that if the building was moved, it might give the leach field plan more elbow room.

Morton said that did not factor into the current design.

“If we get the variance, it won’t affect the ability to move the building,” he said.

“Once the building is gone, we can reclaim the space for green space,” Morton said. “Moving the building is uncertain. The historical society wants to do it, but the LEACH, Page 4A

WHO TO VOTE FOR? On Thursday, Oct. 20, students at Sebago Elementary School participated in a mock election. Students in third, fourth and fifth grade performed skits for the Kindergarten, first and second graders informing them about the elections and the process of voting. Students voted on President, and Senate. The students, also, voted on a quote which will be put on the map of the distant mountains at the top of Douglas Hill. Pictured left to right, fourth graders Emma McKenney, Averie Smith and Madyson Lantz.

(Photo by Kathy Harmon)

Casco Village Grange repairs through roof (Continued from Page 1A) basic need was the replacement of its furnace, and only that was incorporated into the 2016–17 budget.

At this point, the town has the money for the heating system, but it has not yet been spent.

“We have contractor taking care of municipal heating systems,” Morton said.

“We are working with him to patch it for one more year.”

Some board members seemed hesitant to promote the idea of repairing the Grange Hall to Casco residents.

“It would be bad advice to convince taxpayers” to cover the cost of renovations, Selectman Thomas Peaslee said.

This report “is basically bad news for the town. It is not good news,” he said.

“The south wall is putting additional pressure on the roof. Doesn’t that make it a deficient building?”

“The building might not

be a liability now, but after reading this report, it will be at some point,” he said.

Selectman Calvin Nutting asked, “Do we need voter approval to tear it down?”

“It seems to me common sense that it will be a lot less to tear it down, than to put $600,000 plus” into the building for repairs, Nutting said.

If the town were to put the Grange Hall up for sale, there are a few items that need to be clarified first. The small lot has been given access to the well by an abutter, and access to parking by another neighbor. Are those easements transferable to a new owner?

Grant Plummer said, “I think it is important to outline the cumbrances of that property.”

The board members and the town manager expressed the concern that a future owner might not have the means to repair the building properly and, in the end, it

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would face demolition.

“If someone buys it in disrepair, we have to deal with it,” Peaslee said.

Morton echoed that sentiment later in the discussion.

“The problem with selling it, we may still end up with the responsibility of tearing it down,” Morton said.

Twice, Selectman Grant Plummer said he was open to the option of selling the structure.

“There are people out there fixing old buildings.

It is a neat old structure.

Someone might want to try it,” Plummer said. “Let’s not waste taxpayers’ money,” he said. “The best way (to deal with this) is to put it out to the taxpayers — the options.”

In addition to finding out whether the easements for the well and parking area are transferable, the town will need to firm up the real costs.

“We need an engineering firm to come in and draw up the specs of what should be done,” Morton said, adding the building would also need an up-to-date inspection by the State of Maine Fire Marshal.

Plummer said that installing an elevator could elevate the costs by $100,000 or more.

Morton said the town would be required to invest in a sprinkler system should

the Grange Hall be retained by the town and opened to the public since it would then be categorized as a multitenant building.

For now, it is important “to make sure it is safe and functional,” Morton said.

Morton said he planned to forward the report to Head Start, since that agency had not been informed of the building’s deteriorating condition.

(Continued from Page 1A) 11 holidays and 20 vacation days.

“As you know, it is rare that someone would utilize all of this benefit and sick time in one year,” he wrote.

“Still, I wanted to present a ‘worst case scenario.’”

“If a junior deputy got the assignment” there would be “considerable less vacation, etc.,” he wrote.

Another detail is that the town decides which days of the week and in which 10-hour time frames it would prefer to have law enforcement coverage.

“It’s 40 hours a week.

This isn’t 24/7,” Casco Town Manager Dave Morton said.

“We can tailor it,” he said, noting that the contract calls for four days a week, which breaks down into 10-hour shifts.

Annually, the Town of Casco generates 2,300 calls to dispatch for deputy assistance, Stewart said. He commented that he looked at the

data and discovered Casco’s calls to dispatch are consistently close to that number from year to year.

Later during the discussion, the selectmen asked to have those calls broken down by category.

In Cumberland County, each town pays the county and shares the cost of operating the CCSO. Obviously, the contract is an additional cost to a town budget. Yet, it is one some towns have decided to take on.

According to Stewart, the towns of Harrison, Standish, Gray and Harpswell have entered into deputy contracts.

“I’ve had two other towns mention that they are kicking it around,” Stewart said.

“People talk and people are happy with the service they are getting. It is nice to get positive feedback,” he said.

Morton said that he has talked to other town manag-

ers about the deputy contract, and they have had positive things to say about the service.

Chairman Holly Hancock said she had a personal viewpoint from her years with Casco Fire and Rescue Department.

“We work with the deputies. We never encountered a situation where the deputies didn’t de-escalate the situation,” she said.

Selectman Calvin Nutting expressed concerns that the town might not get its money’s worth, because the contracted deputy might respond to calls in other towns.

Stewart said the CCSO had a vehicle locator to make certain the deputy is in the contracted town for his or her shift. He said the only exception would be a lifethreatening emergency in a neighboring community.

“You are paying for the service, we expect someone to be there,” he said.

Additionally, the contract

would include use of CCSO’s criminal investigation division.

He also addressed the town’s ownership of the cruiser.

“That vehicle is yours.

Your initial investment is that vehicle,” Stewart said.

“Some towns put the vehicle to work for the parks and recreation department. So that investment is not gone.”

Hancock said, “If it belongs to the town, the town is free to sell it.”

Morton said on the flip side of the coin, “We are looking at the capital investment in another five years.”

Selectman Grant Plummer said he would like to see a breakdown of the types of dispatch calls that originated from Casco. “So, we are looking at this for insertion into the budget,” Plummer said.

“The next step is to run it by the finance committee,” Morton said. “Then see what voters think in June.”

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Bridgton selectmen meeting

(Continued from Page 1A) funds.

CDBG funds can be used for municipal facilities, which include, but are not limited to, work in the right-of-way, as well as townowned buildings.

Krieg developed a project list which included: more work at the Town Hall, Town Center (recreation), streetscape final design work, roof at the Bridgton Community Center, fire station work and construction of a parking lot at 55 Main Street (a residential home there is slated for demolition in 2017).

Programs could include a recreation camp, police programs addressing the opioid crisis and/or domestic violence, the Bridgton Community Center’s Navigator Program and the Bridgton Food Pantry.

The town could have $110,000 at its disposal, so what projects might the town fathers pursue?

Selectmen zeroed in on a couple of projects: • The skate park. All agreed, the facility needs to be moved, possibly to the park area adjacent to the Bridgton Police Department where supervision could be greatly improved.

Officials, however, want to find out whether the site could handle the skating area, not wanting to infringe upon the youth playground, which attracts many downtown families. Krieg noted that the town has made improvements at other playgrounds, but not the one near the BPD. An upgrade in 2017 could be part of the next CDBG project list.

Selectmen also want some study done regarding the cost of building the new skate park, as well as whether sufficient interest exists if the town is to make a financial investment in a new facility.

Another project eyed is creating parking space at 55 Main Street. Selectmen would like to see the town enter into a partnership with the adjacent property owner to develop parking space much like what happened with Downeast Industries/Magic Lantern owner Frank Howell.

Krieg said CDBG funds could be used to dress up that new parking area with the installation of benches and trees.

Selectmen pointed to growing business success along the Main Hill front, which will benefit from more parking space.

As for a new Rec Center, Krieg said CDBG funds could be used for a feasibility study and design work. However, the town has been told by CDBG program administrator Aaron Shapiro that there must be a strong inclination that the town will build such a facility if funds are used in this manner.

Current projects in the work that could

be addressed in 2017 include new lighting at the Town Hall and streetscape efforts along Main Street.

Selectman Bear Zaidman suggested that the town contact Efficiency Maine regarding the lighting situation, since programs exist to upgrade lighting with more efficient fixtures at a low cost.

Krieg will be conversing with Maine Department of Transportation officials regarding streetscape matters, including how to address pedestrian safety on Main Hill and Pondicherry Square. Since DOT funds will be tapped as part of this work, the state is part of the conversation as to how these areas are possibly redesigned. Whatever options are developed, they will be brought back to the town for review and discussion either at a workshop session or public hearing, Krieg said.

Finally, Krieg reported that the Community Center roof is in need of major repair. At this time, the town owns the property and is responsible for repairs, so selectmen could put this project at the top of the list.

Selectman Zaidman, however, asked Town Manager Bob Peabody where conversations stand regarding the building’s future ownership.

Peabody was to meet with BCC members this week to discuss whether the town and BCC will continue its current arrangement — a memorandum of understanding — or whether it could be altered with the BCC possibly taking over ownership.

The town will look to narrow its CDBG plan at a future meeting.

Still very dry. Although the area received a good soaking over the weekend, dry conditions prevail.

Deputy Town Manager Georgiann Fleck reported that some of the public water supplies have been closed down, including Salmon Point, for the season due to drought conditions.

“Central Fire Station has an outside spigot available to the public, but because this is a widespread problem, please be respectful of others and limit your use,” Fleck said.

Maine Emergency Management is asking that anyone whose well has gone dry to please call 2-1-1 to report it so officials can monitor how widespread the drought problem is.

Just one applicant. The town recently advertised for on-call help at the Bridgton Transfer Station, and as of Tuesday’s filing deadline, just one application had been received.

Road closure to move a house. The Nathan Church House will be moving its new

location (the corner of Main and Church Streets) this coming Wednesday, Nov. 2.

Beginning at 8:45 a.m., the historic house — owned by the Rufus Porter Museum — will be moved from its present North High Street location.

To make this move, the town will close North High Street, Main Street (from Depot Street to the monument), a portion of Church SHOOTOUT CHALLENGE — The Bridgton Knights Street and part of the Bridgton of Columbus recently held its annual Soccer Shootout Public Library parking lot.

Challenge. The Knights would like to thank all kids that Detours during this time participated. This year’s winners were Kaylie Adams, for people heading east on Margo Tremblay, Caitlin Lees, Mackenzie Siebert, Evan Route 302 will be Hio Ridge Duprey, Preston Frye and Jason Harlow. Pictured above Road to Route 117 to Sandy is Casey Berger and Mackenzie Siebert, last year’s top Creek Road, back to Route scorers in the whole state for their age groups.

302. For people traveling west, South High Street to with that individual on a change of behavior.”

Route 117 to Hio Ridge Road, back to Route Selectmen Bernie King and Bob 302.

McHatton hoped the general public read the Helping with construction. Looking to board’s guest column in last week’s News create a better look at Woods Pond Beach, regarding their position on relocating the several residents pitched in to donate $450 Farmers’ Market, off the green to a spot to be used toward replacement of the picnic behind the Bridgton Community Center. table roof, as well as covering the structure’s McHatton added, “I don’t believe it is in base concrete footings. the best interest of the Town of Bridgton” Donors included Carol Ayer, Mary H. to place the Farmers’ Market on the Depot Maxwell, Daniel Dam, Melissa and Steven Street greens.

LeBlanc and the Frances R. Stern Family Work satisfactorily completed. Code Trust.

Enforcement Officer Robbie Baker inspected Hancock Lumber also joined the donor a property at 342 Main Street, and found that effort by offering seven bundles of roofing Betty and Anthony Numberg had addressed a shingles. variety of code problems (including plumbGiving the town a hand. County workers ing and electrical), and deemed it fit for will be here Oct. 31 to Nov. 4 to do some fall occupancy. cleanup work at Salmon Point.

Selectmen accepted payment of $1,549.73 No heart and soul. Feeling the town got a on a sewer bill from the Numbergs, and strong feel from residents regarding how they approved a quit claim deed to the couple. would like to see the town developed over The town had foreclosed on the property the next several years during Comprehensive due to a sewer lien.

Plan work, selectmen decided 4–0 to decline Wiser chosen. Selectmen confirmed the enrollment in the Orton Foundation Heart & appointment of Marita Wiser as Warden for Soul community building program. the Nov. 8 general/referendum election.

Quick hearings. A public hearing regardLopez resigns. Mark Lopez has resigned ing the local referendum questions on ban- as a member of the Community Development ning consumer fireworks and allowing the Committee.

Farmers’ Market to use green space on Depot “With my recent appointment to the Street lasted just four minutes.

Capital Improvement Committee, I do not Selectman Bear Zaidman asked Police foresee having sufficient time to continue Chief Richard Stillman what impact the fire- serving on the CDC. I have enjoyed working works ban might have on police services if with the other members of the committee the referendum question passes. through the years and will be available as With 64 square miles to cover, Chief a resource should the committee need my Stillman said enforcement “could be a chal- input,” wrote Lopez in his letter of resignalenge,” but did note that if the department tion. received several complaints about a certain Next selectmen’s meetings will be held property owner, “we could certainly work on Nov. 8 and Nov. 22.

Casco bond agent on mission to get a loan

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — It seems that when the adventures of Agent 007 take to the silver screen, the producers have focused their energy on finding the right actor for the part of James Bond.

Likewise, the Town of Casco conducted some interviews to find the right bond agent.

The Casco Board of Selectmen selected Joe Cuetara, of Moors & Cabot Investments, during a Sept.

27 meeting. The Bostonbased firm has been in business for 125 years.

The town will be taking out a bond that totals approximately $3.5 million. The bond will cover the cost of the town office construction that was capped at $600,000, the purchase of 11 acres for $440,000, and a $2.5 million bond for roads repair and the replacement of the Pleasant Lake-Parker Pond Dam. The timeline for the bond to be issued is May or June, according to Casco Town Manager Dave Morton.

Since late September, Cuetara has been working with the town.

On Tuesday, the selectmen reviewed some options laid

out by Cuetara for repaying the bond.

Basically, the board was seeing the documents for the first time. So, the board will follow up with its bond repayment discussion during its Nov. 15 meeting.

One of the options spread the bond repayment over 10 years, and another option is a blend of 10-year and 15-year repayments. The paperwork is referred to as the debt service schedule.

“Ten years isn’t a magic number,” Morton said. “Ten years is the life expectancy of a road. What I am suggesting is you don’t want to stretch

the road bond over 20 years.

However, the town office and land acquisition will have a life expectancy well beyond 10 years.”

“The longer amount of time reduces the annual amount, which will be easier to work into the tax rate.

However when you increase the number of years, you increase the total amount you pay,” Morton said.

“Here are all three options.

I am not asking for any decisions tonight,” he said.

Morton told the board if there were any other repayment scenarios they would like to explore, Cuetara could run those. He suggested board members call him with questions for Cuetara since the board does not meet for another three weeks.

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Peaslee weighed in on the debt service schedule options.

“I like the 10 and 20 year.

It eases the burden on the taxpayer,” Peaslee said.

At that point, the conversation took a turn, focusing on the life expectancy of roads.

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4:11 p.m. Police received a report that a truck had dropped liquid cement on Sandy Creek Road and South High Street. Fire department personnel washed the roadway.

7:31 p.m. A vehicle reportedly failed to stay in its lane along Route 302 and nearly struck another vehicle.

Tuesday, October 18 5:24 p.m. A caller sought to speak with an officer in regard to a trespass order being served.

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Leach field project

(Continued from Page 2A) funding is uncertain.”

Plummer reasserted his concerns.

“For some reason, I am feeling we need to ask the engineer firm directly if there is any change if the building is not there,” Plummer said. “I think we should ask. It might change the though process of how leach field sits.” “Maybe that does change the thought process about what the leach bed looks like and the elevation. I want to make sure we can check it off the list,” he said.

Morton said he would follow up by talking to the representatives at the engineering firm.

“I am suggesting we move forward, but move the actual construction time into the spring,” Morton told the board, adding that the project groundbreaking could take place sometime between April 15 and May 1. Therefore, the project will go out to bid this winter, he said.

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Police received a delayed report of a possible burglary at a Fosterville Road barn.

3:11 p.m. Police received a report that a customer at a local pharmacy allegedly threatened to shoot the staff at a medical practice.

Both the medical practice and Bridgton Hospital were placed in lockdown.

Thursday, October 20 6:19 a.m. A Main Street resident reported that someone had thrown a pumpkin through a front window.

5:22 p.m. A Fosterville Road resident found a back door open upon return, “things had been gone through and footprints were found inside the house,” but told police no items had been stolen.

Friday, October 21 7:57 a.m. A caller informed police that he was at a local store, which was open, but there was no one in the building.

2:50 p.m. Police received a report of an older man attempting to get into the caller’s vehicle on South Bridgton Road.

4:08 p.m. A Pond Road resident reported that a subject was outside his residence taking photos of the home.

7:43 p.m. Police were told that two subjects were seen inside a store eating and drinking items, but failing to pay for them.

9:16 p.m. A subject claimed to have been assaulted in Bridgton.

Saturday, October 22 3 p.m. Public Works was contacted about the edge of Salmon Point Road being washed out due to heavy rain.

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Meadow Road was closed to southbound traffic for several hours for the tractortrailer to be removed.

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The tractor-trailer is owned by Eastern Freight from Elizabeth, N.J. The truck was fully loaded with wood products.

These items appeared on the Fryeburg Police Department log (this is a partial listing): Monday, October 17 11 p.m. Responding to a drug complaint on Maple Street, police charged Arielle A. Nagy, 26, of Fryeburg with four counts of unlawful possession of a scheduled drug, possession of hypodermic apparatuses, sale/use of drug paraphernalia, endangering the welfare of a child, and violating conditions of release.

Tuesday, October 18 1:16 p.m. Police were sent to a Cobb Street apartment to investigate a civil issue.

1:21 p.m. Police received a fraud complaint.

3:55 p.m. A motor vehicle crash occurred at the intersection of Swan Falls and Main Street.

8 p.m. A motor vehicle crash occurred on West Fryeburg Road.

Wednesday, October 19 1:20 and 6:34 a.m. Police assisted rescue personnel with calls on Main Street.

11:30 a.m. A suspicious activity report on Bridgton

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12:37 p.m. A harassment complaint at a Main Street store was investigated.

11:33 p.m. Police assisted rescue personnel with a call on West Fryeburg Road.

Thursday, October 20 9:45 a.m. Police responded to a burglary alarm at a Bridgton Road store.

Friday, October 21 2:30 p.m. Police investigated a report of an alleged assault at a Portland Street business.

Saturday, October 22 9:57 p.m. Police checked a report of a traffic hazard at the intersection of Bridgton Road and Stanley Hill Road.

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Sunday, October 23 7:35 a.m. Police received a report of criminal trespass at a West Fryeburg Road residence.

5:43 p.m. A report of suspicious activity in the Weston’s Beach parking lot was ruled unfounded.

6:49 p.m. Theron Pense, 31, of Conway, N.H. was charged with operating a motor vehicle while under the influence (no test) and operating a motor vehicle without a license following a stop on Portland Street.

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Election 2016 Senate District #26 (Continued from Page 1A) eager to start working on the issues important to Maine, like more and better jobs, promoting small business and supporting education.

McDonald: Neither I, nor many others in my community, are represented in Augusta. I believe in our Constitution.

I believe in property rights, the right to bear arms and the right to enjoy the fruits of your own labor. I don’t believe in highly centralized government or a powerful and unaccountable bureaucracy.

Q2. What strengths do you feel you bring to the position?

Diamond: As a small business owner, I fully understand the issues that are important for the success of businesses. As a former educator, I appreciate and understand the importance of education in our state and my experience in government will be a significant benefit to my senate district.

McDonald: I am steadfast in my beliefs. I am a friend to no party, interest group or lobby. I have no desire for power or to build a legacy. I only wish to do the work that needs to be done and return to my normal life.

Q3. How do you plan to make a difference?

Diamond: Using my experience, energy and desire to support my constituents will play a key role in making a difference as a state senator.

McDonald: I will be aggressive in my efforts to stop, minimize and repeal new regulation or legislation that further burdens or inhibits the right of our citizens.

Give your position on the following referendum questions: Q4. Marijuana legalization?

Diamond: We are not ready as a state to deal with the necessary law enforcement that would accompany legalization. We do not yet have a threshold of operating under the influence due to marijuana consumption such as we do with alcohol (.08). Due to the massive drug problem we are now experiencing, for us to now legalize a drug that has been illegal seems contradictory. Legalization in Maine does not change the reality that it will still be a violation of federal law. I’ll vote “no.”

McDonald: This referendum question is misleading and poorly drafted. I am not a proponent of recreational marijuana use, however, that is not why I will be voting “no” on this question. This supports and funds an expansion of governmental control and the thing that concerns me the most is that the “tax and regulate” position doesn’t even address the potential dangers but instead says it is worth the risk because of the potential influx of tax revenue.

I am in favor of an individual’s privacy and the right to do what they want on their own property so long as it doesn’t put others in danger or encroach on the rights of others. This is a prime example of how the people referendum can be hijacked, which is why it is so important for voters to make sure they educate themselves.

Q5. Taxes on incomes over $200,000 for public education?

Diamond: There are serious problems with this referendum starting with the negative impact on small business

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owners, who file as Subchapter S businesses.

Also, I’m concerned the voters will be deceived because there’s no guarantee that the new income (from higher income taxes) will go to funding education as the bill states. In fact, the additional state income could very well follow in the same path as that of the previous referendum that required the state to pay 55% of local education costs — it didn’t happen.

No doubt some of the funds will be used elsewhere in the budget. Supporting education is important and so I will vote to give this option a chance.

McDonald: No, this is not about improving education, it is about wealth redistribution and if you read the proposal, you will see that the money being stolen from those who earned it isn’t even going to those districts that are most in need. This is a typical maneuver that exploits our children in order to fool voters into approving state sponsored theft.

Our education system is broken in many ways, but this does nothing to improve it.

Q6. Background checks on gun sales?

Diamond: This referendum has serious problems especially in the area of loaning firearms to friends that would require unnecessary background checks.

Background checks are for the most part well intended and important, however, I will be voting “no” because this referendum is written contrary to our Maine hunting culture and our tradition of our sportsman heritage.

McDonald: No, laws like this don’t stop criminals from getting guns, it only affects law-abiding citizens. They aren’t the problem. This is a typical liberal approach to governing, never blame the perpetrators of crime, instead blame everyone else and punish them. The supporters of this ballot question don’t care about our right to defend ourselves from criminals that their liberal criminal justice reforms have turned loose on our streets.

Q7. Increase in the minimum wage?

Diamond: The bill will also need amending if passed.

First, the tip credit, eliminating free tipping for food servers will significantly disadvantage food servers who work very hard for their income. I will vote for increasing the minimum wage because it’s time that was done, but will work to amend the tip credit section.

Also, state caps on paying for home care will need to be increased when the minimum wage reaches $12 per hour, otherwise home care agencies will not be able to afford to stay in business.

McDonald: No, this is a job killer. Minimum wage is not, nor was it ever meant to be a living wage. It is a starting place; you have to earn your way up from there. Free Market Capitalism is the surest path to prosperity for all.

Q8. Choice voting initiative?

Diamond: I oppose Rank Choice voting. I have evaluated this issue as the former Maine chief election official for eight years when I was Secretary of State. I have witnessed the election process from the smallest towns to the largest, from the top of the state to the bottom. I understand how the complete voting process works and I know that if Rank Choice voting is implemented, it will be extremely costly, much more than this is being stated. Candidates will be more

likely to ask for recounts and if there is a statewide recount with multiple candidates, such as for governor, it could be a massive logistic nightmare.

McDonald: No, one person one vote, it is that simple.

Q9. Transportation bond?

Diamond: Our economy depends on a sound infrastructure.

McDonald: No, we need to stop the “bleeding.” Every time an issue like this comes up it seems to be approved because we all know that roads and bridges are important, but we need a better plan for infrastructure improvements.

We need to stop just throwing money at it with few measurable results.

Q10. What do you feel are the three most important issues facing the state, and how should these matters be addressed?

Diamond: 1.) The increased cost of health care for businesses and their employees is going to be a huge problem and one that will require attention.

2.) Bringing new jobs to our area and the state is a high priority and that means focusing of ways to attract new businesses to come here.

3.) Taxes will need to be addressed with a special focus on finding ways to reduce local property taxes. Property taxes can be devastating especially if they are increased.

McDonald: Reassert state’s rights — The federal government has weaseled its way into every aspect of our lives. The EPA, Department of Education, IRS, USDA, Department of Justice and countless other unaccountable federal agencies are all over-stepping their bounds and interfering in our business. It’s time we pushed back and regain the power of self-determination.

Economy — In order to foster growth in Maine’s economy we need to make Maine more attractive to business and residents alike by reducing unnecessary, ineffective and redundant regulation, implementing a fair, consistent and streamlined taxation policy, reduce unnecessary and ineffective programs, mandate cost-saving measures across all state-funded programs, protect property rights and return to our citizens their rightful liberty and freedoms.

Final comment: Your opportunity to make any final comment or pitch to voters.

Diamond: We have witnessed an unprecedented toxic campaign season starting at the national level and coming down through to local political races. The members of the next legislature need to avoid bitterness and the temptation to exert revenge tactics held over from the campaigns. We must focus on solving the many problems facing Maine and work together as Democrats and Republicans we can do just that.

McDonald: If you like how things are going and feel that your senator is doing a superb job, then reelect him. If you are more interested in protecting your rights, your property and putting limitation on the role of government in your life, then it is time to try a different approach and send me to Augusta to fight the good fight on your behalf. I’m not a “photo-op” kind of guy. You won’t see me shaking hands and kissing babies, instead you will see me doing what truly needs to be done.

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The really spectacular news is that there is no fee for a table for anyone who pays taxes in Casco, according to one organizer Barbara York.

“If you pay taxes in Casco, you can showcase your business for free,” York said.

“There are free booths for all Casco businesses or Casco residents who own businesses,” she said.

“They are absolutely able to sell their product,” she said.

“With the high attendance we expect, it will be a great year for anyone to show their things.

If they cannot put together a booth, they can leave their business cards,” York said.

The Casco Business Showcase has been going on for a number of years, but the current organizers recently decided to limit the showcase to every other year — during the presidential and gubernatorial election years, she said.

Business owners interested in manning a booth for the Casco Business Showcase should contact the Casco Town Office for an application. The completed application should be dropped off at the town office. York said town staff is not processing the applications.

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Morton replied, “Yes, that is right.”

“We hope our design and construction is such that (the roads) have a 10-year life expectancy,” he said, adding the Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) aims for an even higher lifespan with its road projects.

“I look at Route 85 in Raymond, and it doesn’t give me a warm, fuzzy feeling about spending bonded money,” Nutting said.

Morton said the town’s most recent local road project has some promise.

“Look at Libby Road. That will be more than 10 years.

I think we will get 10 years, maybe 15 out of Libby Road,” he said.

Peaslee spoke.

“These roads on an average last 10 years — some longer, some not as long. But, I would hope our roads last longer than three years,” he said.

Selectman Grant Plummer said he would like to workshop the plan for long-range roads repair.

Plummer said he would like to be able to explain to residents how the roads bond will impact the future roads budget.

“What happens after the road construction is done. What will we do in year four, year five, year six? We need to get our minds around what this means for road work,” he said.

“That brings us back to the funding idea,” he said. “As we are spending the chunk of change (repaying the bond), how does that affect funding for our other roads?”

Chairman Holly Hancock suggested holding a roads workshop in December or January. During that time, the board could lay out the road plans for the next 10 years, she said.

Meanwhile, the bond repayment schedule will be on the agenda for the Nov. 15 meeting, Hancock said.

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Every business owner likes the promise of potential customers.

There will be lots of foot traffic because the business fair is being held at a polling site on Election Day. The event is called the Casco Business Showcase. It will be held in the gymnasium of the Casco Community Center from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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John Patrick

Lisa Kiem

Senate District #18

Towns: Andover, Bethel, Buckfield, Byron, Canton, Dixfield, Gilead, Greenwood, Hanover, Hartford, Hebron, Lincoln Plantation, Livermore Falls, Livermore, Lovell, Magalloway Plantation, Mexico, Milton Township, Newry, North Oxford Unorganized Territory, Peru, Roxbury, Rumford, South Oxford Unorganized Territory, Stoneham, Stow, Sumner, Sweden, Upton, Waterford, West Paris, Woodstock Incumbent: John Patrick (D) Challenger: Lisa Kiem (R) CANDIDATE PROFILES Lisa Kiem Lifelong resident of western Maine. Active in the community.

Married 25 years to husband, Blue. Three children.

BS degree in Marketing and Leadership, University of Southern Maine John Patrick I am a 62-year-old journeyman mechanic for Catalyst Paper Company for the past 36 years, and was a former president of the United Paper-workers Union Local 900.

Prior to my time in the senate, I served four terms in the Maine House of Representatives, from 2000 to 2008. I am a member of the Labor Commerce Research and Economic Development Committee, as well as the Veterans and Legal Affairs Committee. I also serve on the Maine Citizen Trade Policy Commission.

A 1972 graduate of Mexico High School and a lifelong resident of the River Valley area, I have been married to my wife, Claire M. Coulombe. I have three adult children and two beautiful grandchildren.

I am a past board member of the Maine AFL-CIO, as well as a past member of the River Valley Technology Center. I served four years on the St. Athanasius and St. John’s School Board, as well as three years on the SAD 43 School Board. I have worked for over 40 years helping local area nonprofits raise monies for many worthy causes.

QUESTIONS Q1. Why did you decide to run for office/why did you decide to become involved in politics?

Kiem: There are many reasons that I decided to run for office. The biggest reason, however, is Maine’s business environment. Maine’s population is aging because our chil-

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Towns: Norway, Sweden, Waterford, West Paris Incumbent: Tom Winsor (R) Challenger: Michael Twitchell (D) CANDIDATE PROFILES Michael Twitchell I am 57 years old and have lived in Norway with my wife, Chris, for the past 26 years.

I am a second-generation drywaller, a trade I learned from my dad at age 13.

I served on the Norway Board of Selectmen for the past two terms (2010-2016). I enjoyed working with the other board members and the community.

I am a Mason with the Paris Lodge #94.

My wife and I are members of the First Congregational Church in South Paris.

Tom Winsor I moved from Waterford to Norway about 30 years ago.

I am married and have three adult children and four grandchildren.

I was self-employed in real estate in the Lake Region and Oxford Hill for more than 40 years.

I have been a state representative for 14 years, and have served 12 of those terms as a member of the Appropriations Committee.

I worked six years as the elected Register of Probate of Oxford County, and as a member of the SAD 17 School Board for six years representing Harrison.

QUESTIONS Q1. Why did you decide to run for office/why did you decide to become involved in politics?

Twitchell: When I worked at the State House, I met then Gov. Baldacci, who had served with my late cousin, Don Twitchell, and he encouraged me to go into public service.

And, a good friend of mine, the late Kurt Palmer, had served as a selectman.

Winsor: My father was involved in political activities and campaigns while I was growing up and he taught me that our representative republic only works when folks involve themselves in the discussion.

Over the last 40 years or so, I have been privileged to be elected and to serve in a number positions. Over the years, I have volunteered to serve my community in service clubs and as a board member of several nonprofits. I offer my experience and point of view to my legislative district.

Q2. What strengths do you feel you bring to the position?

Twitchell: I am able to listen to both sides of an issue without forming an opinion. I am always ready to listen to community members and what is important to them.

Election 2016 dren are leaving to seek viable employment opportunities elsewhere. This feels pretty urgent to me right now as my son is getting ready to graduate from college and is moving forward with a job opportunity in New York City. Too many of our children are leaving to find good jobs and build their careers elsewhere.

Patrick: I decided to run for office because I wanted to make a difference in my state and community. I decided to run for my fourth and final term because there are many important issues we have started to address but still need work.

Q2. What strengths do you feel you bring to the position?

Kiem: First, I am not a politician. I want to identify problems, talk ideas and plans, and find solutions. I am committed to take action and to using whatever leverage this position provides to be an advocate for economic development in western Maine. My passion for helping businesses be successful is also why I chose to pursue my degree in marketing.

Working alongside others is key to moving Maine ahead, especially listening to and understanding those with different viewpoints.

Patrick: My 40 years experience working with many local nonprofits, as well as my years as a legislator, make me ready to get the job done on day one.

Q3. How do you plan to make a difference?

Kiem: As I’ve been out knocking on doors and listening to the concerns of thousands of voters over the past months, I’ve gotten to know the people whose lives and futures are wrapped up in these communities. The struggles here are real, but so are the dreams. I plan to help by promoting growth and business development in western Maine. There is so much innovation and new industry coming to southern Maine. I want to explore how we can attract that kind of growth. We have the workforce and the drive. I want to see increased opportunities for the hard-working people who live here.

Patrick: I want to work to reform our outdated tax code to bring relief to Maine’s middle class and seniors.

Give your position on the following referendum questions: Q4. Marijuana legalization?

Kiem: While medical marijuana is beneficial for many Mainers, we would be hasty in passing this ballot proposal without concrete impairment tests for highway safety. In addition, scientific evidence shows marijuana causes damage to developing brains. Recent research, reported in the New York Times, shows that brains are not fully developed until the age of 25. Our children need protection from this substance and a great deal of public education is required to increase widespread understanding.

Patrick: Do not support at this time.

Q5. Taxes on incomes over $200,000 for public education?

Kiem: One of the biggest flaws of this proposal is inequity. Large school districts such as Portland and Scarborough stand to gain millions while smaller districts, including many in western Maine, would receive little or nothing. We need to explore ways to ensure all of our schools receive the funding they need.

This tax increase would be counterproductive to attracting business and entrepreneurs to Maine. We can’t raise taxes on those doing well here, hoping to keep them and attract more.

Maine needs jobs; tax increases are proven job killers. We can’t afford to make our state a less desirable home for job creators.

Patrick: I support.

Q6. Background checks on gun sales?

Kiem: If this proposed law passes, it makes criminals out of good people going about everyday activities. For instance, if a person leaves their gun in the car with another while they pay for gas, they are both breaking the law. This proposal is flawed in many aspects and diminishes our constitutional freedom.

Patrick: I am in opposition to Question #3.

Q7. Increase in the minimum wage?

Kiem: The issue here is one of definition. Minimum wage is not supposed to a livable wage; minimum wage is a learner’s wage. Many minimum wage jobs are held by our children, who benefit from them; teaching them skills and the value of work. This initiative will hinder businesses that are willing to take on ‘learners’ and train them at considerable expense. Most employers who want to retain valuable employees already pay them above minimum wage. As an effort to increase wages, this bill is unnecessary — market pressures already do that. It will hurt small business and decrease employment training opportunities for our young.

Additionally, given the significant increase proposed, a rate higher than many other more affluent states, economic studies are required to understand the dynamic effect this will have on consumers, producers and Maine’s competitiveness in the world marketplace.

Patrick: I support the minimum wage increase.

Q8. Choice voting initiative?

Kiem: This is probably the most confusing initiative on the ballot. It is likely unconstitutional, and therefore I do not support it. Moreover, would we really want to add this level of confusion into our voting process?

Patrick: I support the choice voting initiative.

Q9. Transportation bond?

Kiem: The Maine Legislature voted almost unanimously in favor of this bill, which is a great indication that this will be good for Maine.

Patrick: I fully support the Transportation Bond.

Q10. What do you feel are the three most important issues facing the state, and how should these matters be addressed?

Kiem: Business environment. We need to create tax incentives to bring new businesses here and keep existing ones. We also have to ensure our students are getting the tools they need to be successful and avail themselves of the high-paying, skilled jobs right here in Maine.

Energy. High electricity costs are one of the main reasons large businesses are reluctant to come to Maine. We need diverse forms of energy to keep the environmental and fiscal cost of energy lower.

Illegal drugs. We are finally starting to get serious as far as directing state resources to stopping the flow of heroin and other dangerous drugs into Maine, but more needs to be done on every front — prevention, education and rehabilitation. This is a crisis that is destroying lives and ripping apart families in rural Maine.

Patrick: The three biggest issues I hear going door to door are the need for livable wage jobs, health care and education.

Final comment: Your opportunity to make any final comment or pitch to voters.

Kiem: I will not go to Augusta intent on carrying out my own plans; the agenda will be set by you, the folks of western Maine. If you want someone who will listen, work tirelessly with you to make changes for the better, and pay attention to the details, then mark your ballot for Lisa Keim, a vote for change!

Patrick: No one has the silver bullet to solve these huge issues, but I will work in a bipartisan manner to try to solve these, as well as many other important issues facing the state I love.

Winsor: I am a good listener, and have a proven ability to work collaboratively with everyone.

Q3. How do you plan to make a difference?

Twitchell: By working with the communities and serving all the people in the district. I want my voice to be their voice.

Winsor: I will continue to advocate for policies that encourage economic growth to keep and provide more secure jobs Give your position on the following referendum questions: Q4. Marijuana legalization?

Twitchell: I believe in medical marijuana, but not in the legalization of recreational marijuana because I am concerned about children using it.

Winsor: We all acknowledge addiction to be a real and serious issue in Maine and around the country, and yet at the same time we are talking about allowing the recreational use of another powerful drug.

My concern is the message we are sending to your children and mine about the use of an emotional altering drug while we have little understanding of the long-term consequences of its use.

We have spent billions of dollars to deal with the results of prescribed opiates, alcohol and tobacco products. The social and medical costs of these safe-to-use products continues to be high. Reports from Colorado and Washington States are mixed. The law enforcement communities there feel illequipped to deal with impaired driving, workplace issues, infused candy-like products and so on.

I think we should reject this proposal now and wait for a few more years to see how this experiment in Colorado and Washington plays out.

Q5. Taxes on incomes over $200,000 for public education?

Twitchell: I believe it is important for our children to get a better education and we all should contribute per our wages.

Winsor: I think this is a bad idea for several reasons.

First, the fact we could vote by referendum a tax surcharge on any one group of people will discourage economic growth. Investors/job creators like consistency and predictability in government policy and this type of proposal will not give them comfort.

Singling out the people who are already paying the highest percentage of income tax collected in this state is just unfair and will discourage these talented and productive folks from moving to or remaining in Maine.

Q6. Background checks on gun sales?

Twitchell: I believe in leaving that the way it is in Maine.

Winsor: The Maine Constitution, Article 1, Section 16 reads: “To keep and bear arms. Every citizen has a right to keep and bear arms and this right shall never be questioned.”

It seems rather odd to me that to exercise a right, which is guaranteed to all Maine citizens would require a government permit.

Background checks do not screen for mental illness, or for those who hold political or religious views advocating violence.

Q7. Increase in the minimum wage?

Twitchell: I believe there should be an increase in the minimum wage.

Winsor: Increasing the minimum wage may seem like a good idea, but the last time we did this in Maine, I did not see it help people much except in the short term. It also made it more difficult for new workers and young people to get entry-level job experience.

This bill will also change the way the hospitality industry pays wait staff by eliminating tip credit. I suspect that the ability of these workers to receive tips will be reduced so they will work longer hours for less money in their pockets.

Q8. Choice voting initiative?

Twitchell: I would like to learn more about this question.

For now, “No.” Winsor: Both Attorney General Mills and Secretary of State Dunlop have said that this proposal does not conform to the Maine Constitution on how elections for governor and the legislature must be held. I agree and will vote “no.”

Q9. Transportation bond?

Twitchell: Yes, we have an aging infrastructure. It would increase commerce.

Winsor: Yes, this is important for the maintenance and improvement of our transportation systems.

Q10. What do you feel are the three most important issues facing the state, and how should these matters be addressed?

Twitchell: Drug issue, poor Internet in rural Maine, property taxes, and health care and prescription benefits for our aging population. By trying to work together and come up with viable solutions.

Winsor: Economic uncertainty, out migration of young people, and addiction issues seem on most folk’s minds.

I argue that if our economy is strong, then we have the ability to work on many issues. I believe that government has a roll to play by creating an environment, which rewards those who are job creators. One is to have consistent and predictable rules and regulations that are believed fair. We also should look carefully at state policies that are out of alignment with other states to see if there is opportunity to improve our ability to keep our youth and to improve employment.

Final comment: Your opportunity to make any final comment or pitch to voters.

Twitchell: Like my fellow Mainers, I work for a living and should be wisely spending our tax dollars.

Winsor: I am pleased to be a candidate, and wish to continue to support programs that will create jobs, that improve fiscal responsibility, and reduce our tax burden.

I promise to listen to all sides of an issue and use my experience in government and in the private sector to make the best choice possible.

TV debates

Maine Public announces the schedule of television and radio airings and rebroadcasts of key debates and discussions regarding ballot questions this October and November.

CONGRESSIONAL DEBATES: • First District Congressional Debate Maine’s First Congressional District encompasses Cumberland, Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc and York counties.

Additionally, the district includes most of Kennebec County.

Candidates: Incumbent Chellie Pingree (D); challengers Mark Holbrook (R) and James Bouchard (write-in).

Maine Public Television: Thursday, Oct. 27 at 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 at 4 p.m.; Monday, Nov. 7 at 9 p.m.

Maine Public Radio: Thursday, Nov. 3 at 11 a.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 at 10 a.m.

• Second District Congressional Debate Maine’s Second Congressional District encompasses the entire portion of the state north of Portland and Augusta.

All of Androscoggin, Aroostook, Franklin, Hancock, Oxford, Penobscot, Piscataquis, Somerset, Waldo, and Washington counties and a part of Kennebec County are included in the district.

Candidates: Incumbent Bruce Poliquin (R); challengers Emily Cain (D) and Jay Parker Dresser (write-in).

Television: Thursday, Nov. 3 at 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 at 5 p.m.; Monday, Nov. 7 at 8 p.m.

Maine Public Radio: Thursday, Oct. 27 at 2 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 3 at 11 a.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 at 11 a.m.

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Election 2016 the importance of the SAD 44 Dropout Prevention Committee. He chaired the Finance and Negotiations Committees for many years and led the board as its chairman during his final years of service.

Sidney and his wife Eileen raised two children, Esther and Elek, in the home they built on Farmers Hill in East Andover.

Sidney is the owner of King Kong Services Inc., a window cleaning company that specializes in Veteran Frances Head Sidney Pew Administration Medical Centers, local hospitals, residences, and businesses.

QUESTIONS Towns: Andover, Bethel, Byron, Eustis, Q1. Why did you decide to run for office/ Gilead, Greenwood, Hanover, Lovell why did you decide to become involved in (parts of), Newry, Rangeley, Stoneham, politics?

Stow, Upton, Plantations of Coplin, Dallas, Head: One of the biggest problems I Lincoln, Magalloway and Rangeley, plus the see in Augusta is the power and control unorganized territories of North Franklin, that wealthy special interests have over the North Oxford, South Oxford (including lawmaking process. There is a need for a Albany and Mason Townships), and West candidate that understands real life problems Central Franklin. and how to deal with them in a manner that Incumbent: Frances Head (R) results in positive outcomes. With my life Challenger: Sidney Pew (D) experiences, I know it takes a very strong CANDIDATE PROFILES person to be able to listen and assist in Frances Head people’s concerns.

Occupation: Realtor Pew: I decided to run for office and Member, Bethel Town Budget Committee become involved in politics because many Director, Oxford County Soil and Water politicians today are actually anti-politic District president, Bethel Seniors Group people, who refuse compromise and block Founder, Crescent Park Reading Program the legislative process. I believe that finding Former Bethel Comprehensive Planning common ground and compromise begins Committee with the mutual understanding of differSeniors Plus Advisory Board, ences. I am committed to working through School Board individual differences and coming to an Gilead Board of Selectmen agreement regarding the issues. This process Project Graduation improves chances for success, where each Oxford County Budget Committee person is satisfied with the costs and benefits Personal information: Married; hobbies of the results. include reading, cooking, spending time Q2. What strengths do you feel you bring with family. to the position?

Clean Election candidate Head: My strengths are quite simple — I Committee assignment: It has been an listen to my constituents’ concerns, due the honor to serve on the Health and Human necessary diligence and give a direction for Services Committee for my first term. This the constituent to pursue. I plan to follow up opportunity has allowed me to see firsthand with any people that I have assisted. I am a how important it is to ensure that our limited very approachable person and very often put state funds are going to those who truly need others’ needs above my own. Representing the help. working families in Oxford and Franklin Sidney Pew Counties have been and will continue to be Sidney Pew is a small business owner and my top priority. a former member of the Andover Educational Pew: I have always been willing to listen Fund and the SAD 44 School Board (repre- and never afraid to act. Before I speak on senting Andover for nearly 20 years). a subject, I do my homework and find out In 2013, Sidney was the recipient of the the facts.

Department of Education’s Commissioner’s Q3. How do you plan to make a difference?

Recognition Award for his commitment to

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Senate District #19 (Continued from Page 1A) Chisari: My strengths are 20 years of experience in running my three growing businesses in Maine. It’s taught me many things like coming up with solutions to challenging problems.

Hamper: Experience. I have been in office long enough now to see that everything old is new again. Twelve years experience in Augusta gives one a different perspective on the issues we face. I have assumed a teaching role with new legislators and I always try to bring a calming influence to all my dealings there.

Q3. How do you plan to make a difference?

Chisari: I would like to make a difference with health care in our state. State healthcare laws supersede federal laws on healthcare. I will bring healthcare costs under control. I speak the healthcare language and we do not have many legislators with that kind of experience in Augusta.

Hamper: As always, I try to keep the lines of communication open to all serving in the Capital. Legislation and law making work best with communication that goes both directions Give your position on the following referendum questions: Q4. Marijuana legalization?

Chisari: I against this question, to legalize marijuana. Most people who are not sick that I’ve spoken to do not want to take medication for recreation. In this case, less is more.

Hamper: I will be voting No. Deep down, I am concerned about the societal consequences of legalization.

Q5. Taxes on incomes over $200,000 for public education?

Chisari: I support education and really believe that we need to support our teachers, however, I am not in favor of question 2, which would levy a 3% income tax on income $200,000 or greater. We can create laws to support education without burdening the taxpayers any further.

Hamper: This a great way to punish achievement. Maine has a hard enough time recruiting doctors and dentists. Try selling them the idea of coming to Maine and oh by the way, we are going to tax you at a rate of 10.15% on your earnings. I am voting No. Q6. Background checks on gun sales?

Chisari: Yes. Question 3, which requires background checks for gun sales made by an unlicensed dealer, makes an exception for when the parties are hunting or sport-shooting and in transfers between family members. I say “if it makes our city streets safer during the heroine epidemic and does not take away the gun rights of honest people due to the the exception, this makes it possible for me vote yes. If there was no exception, I would vote no.

Hamper: Question 3 is far too broad and makes many practices between friends a felony. I am voting No. Q7. Increase in the minimum wage?

Chisari: I will vote No on Question 4, to

raise the minimum wage to $12/hour by 2020 because it would definitely overburden businesses. I would support raising the minimum wage to $10 per hour by 2020, but $12 would be too costly for Maine small businesses.

The cost of living goes up by 100% every 15 years. A 33% increase from where we are now by 2020 is sustainable, which is $10 per hour.

Hamper:Voting for this is a vote for unemployment. The youth who would be starting out in the labor market will pay the price for Question 4. I will be voting No. Q8. Choice voting initiative?

Chisari: Rank choice voting, I am a No. You make a choice and stand by it.

Hamper: How many ways can I say it is against the Maine Constitution? I will be voting No. Q9. Transportation bond?

Chisari: Yes, this is much needed road work and infrastructure repair. We can’t say No. Hamper: I will be voting Yes. Maine needs to maintain its roads, this one is a must.

Q10. What do you feel are the three most important issues facing the state, and how should these matters be addressed?

Chisari: When asked what is the most important problem facing the legislature, I say healthcare.

However, another important issue is social and economic development.

The insurance and drug industries that provide prescription opiods, should come to the table and be more involved at the state level. It has come to light that these drugs are more addictive then once thought when originally proposed to the FDA. Instead of finger pointing, lets come together to consider solutions. Over the past two decades, there are also concerns with over pricing of both medications and insurance premiums affecting all patients, doctors, healthcare workers, hospitals and communities negatively.

There is a definite issue of accountability because of the economic, social and emotional burdens these unresolved challenges have placed on all our communities. I’ll get to the bottom off it.

Hamper: Lowering income taxes by controlling state spending and improving the business climate by making Maine more attractive to business owners through our taxation. More welfare reforms, which will enable DHHS to prioritize spending.

Continued efforts to curb the opiate crisis through enforcement, treatment and education.

Final comment: Your opportunity to make any final comment or pitch to voters.

Chisari: I believe in issues that matter to us all and try to understand all points of view.

We all basically want the same things for our families and communities. We all want to live, to love to learn and to succeed. I welcome respectful, decent, varying ideas can only make us stronger as a state.

Hamper: I want to thank the voters of District 19 for their continued support.

Experience does matter.

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Head: I pledge to do whatever it takes to control state spending, reform welfare, protect senior citizen services, and improve education for all Maine people.

Pew: I plan on making a difference by acknowledging that a good idea is a good idea no matter where it originates.

Give your position on the following referendum questions: Q4. Marijuana legalization?

Head: “No” on Question 1. I worry about the access of any drug, and we need to learn more from other states that have legalized marijuana.

Pew: Support.

Q5. Taxes on incomes over $200,000 for public education?

Head: If this referendum is passed, the poorest school districts in Maine wouldn’t see any benefit, and the richest districts would continue to expand. We should be focused on the funding formula to reform public education, instead of this massive new tax proposal. “No” on Question 2.

Pew: Support.

Q6. Background checks on gun sales?

Head: “No.” You shouldn’t need to be subjected to paperwork and fees if you let a friend or family member borrow a firearm. I proudly cosponsored LD 652, the Constitutional Carry Bill, because I pledged to my constituents two years ago that Maine is an example of a state with a high rate of POLITICAL ADVERTISEMENT

gun ownership, and a low rate of gun violence. As a state representative, I support policies that will keep things this way, without burdensome hassles.

Pew: Against. I support the need for background checks, but Question 3 leaves the question of temporarily loaning a gun to a non-family member open to debate as to the implications.

Q7. Increase in the minimum wage?

Head: Make no mistake on Question 4. I feel that if this passes, mandating the minimum wage would devastate local businesses throughout the entire state, especially in the hospitality, tourism and manufacturing industries. We can grow Maine’s economy by making it easier for employers to increase jobs, not decrease them. “No” on Question 4.

Pew: Support.

Q8. Choice voting initiative?

Head: “No.” Imagine how much more elections would cost if the State of Maine mandated this unconstitutional experiment.

Elections are expensive enough as it is, and making up a new way of counting votes, where the losing candidate’s supporters get to vote twice, isn’t consistent with our one person, one vote system of electing our leaders Pew: Support.

Q9. Transportation bond?

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• Legislator 2008-2012, served on the Education Committee.

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(Continued from Page 7A) Head: No response provided.

Pew: Support Q10. What do you feel are the three most important issues facing the state, and how should these matters be addressed?

Head: We have to keep the focus on encouraging more job growth for rural Maine. This is why I supported $13,500,000 for Maine’s Pulp and Paper Industry to make sure that our pulp trucks keep rolling and our mills stay open. We can do so much more to support small businesses.

Pew: Food Insecurity — According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, in Maine 25% of children and almost 6% of seniors are food insecure. Food insecurity is linked to economic insecurity. Increase availability of fresh fruits and vegetables in SNAP benefits and the National School Lunch Program. Also, investing in agricultural research to increase local food production could help address this issue.

Integrating social services with medical treatment.

Spending on social services such as nutrition and shelter that improve health, decreases more expensive medical treatment and care.

We are in need of more training for medical professionals. Outpatient treatment centers need to be accepted and created or more incarceration and hospitalization will occur. GUARDING THE VOTING BOOTHS at Sebago It costs up to $50,000 to incarcerate and less then $5,000 for Elementary School during the mock election last week outpatient treatment. were fourth graders Emily Patch and Riley Smith.

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BALLOT QUESTIONS Ballot 1 – Marijuana Maine Public Television: Sunday, Nov. 6 at 11 a.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m.

Maine Public Radio: Monday, Oct. 31 at 2 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 at noon.

Ballot 2 – 3% Tax Maine Public Television: Sunday, Nov. 6, noon.

Maine Public Radio: Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 2 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 at 1 p.m.

Ballot 3 – Firearms Maine Public Television: Sunday, Nov. 6 at 1 p.m.

Maine Public Radio: Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 at 2 p.m.

Ballot 4 – Minimum Wage Maine Public Television: Monday, Oct. 31 at 9 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 at 2 p.m.

Maine Public Radio: Thursday, Nov. 3 at 2 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 at 3 p.m.

Ballot 5 – Ranked Voting Maine Public Television: Sunday, Oct. 30 at 5 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 at 3 p.m.

Maine Public Radio: Friday, Nov. 4 at 2 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 at 4 p.m.

Community

October 27, 2016, The Bridgton News, Page 1B

Area Events Veterans Day Dinner

The volunteers of the Bridgton Community Center will be hosting a free Veterans Day dinner at noon in the dining hall of the Oriental Masonic Lodge, Route 117, Harrison Rd. in Bridgton on Friday, Nov. 11.

Veterans and their families are cordially invited to join in the fellowship and enjoy a feast of ham with all the fixings to honor all those who have served in our country’s armed forces. Plan to come and connect with old friends and create some new ones. For more information call 647-3116.

Veterans Day Ring for Peace

What we now call Veterans Day was once known as Armistice Day. It began on November 11, 1918, to honor veterans for their service, call for peace, and pause a moment for prayer. This was marked throughout England by the ringing of church bells for two minutes. In the tradition of honoring those who have served their country, we ask that all churches take part in this movement to breathe new life into this once great tradition. On Nov. 11 at 11 a.m., please join together and ring church bells for two minutes to honor and remember all veterans and their service to our country.

Denmark Library Board Seeks Members

DENMARK — The Denmark Public Library Board is looking for new members to help continue the library’s success. The board is especially seeking local business owners, website designers, and members of other organizations in town. Board meetings are held each month for about 60-75 minutes, with no meetings in July and December. The next board meeting will take place at the library on Thursday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. For more information please call 452-2200.

Bear Rehabilitator at Harrison Village Library

HARRISON — Dawn L. Brown will speak at the Harrison Village Library, 4 Front St. in Harrison, at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 2, about her experiences as the owner of Second Chance Wildlife, Inc. As a “citizen scientist,” Dawn nurtures young bears on her private property and releases them back into the wild. She will also have calendars and postcards featuring her own photographs for sale for those who may be looking for a unique holiday gift. For more information, please contact the library at 583-2970.

Fraud/Scam Prevention Workshop

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CAN-DO ATTITUDE is displayed by members of Girl Scout Troop 1504 as they pose in the back of a box truck that they helped load with bags of recyclable cans collected during the summer. This fall, the troop donated its loot to Cans for a Cure, a fundraiser for cancer research.

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Girl Scouts have can-do attitude about fundraiser

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer SEBAGO — A Girl Scout Troop with a can-do attitude took on a stinky, sticky but rewarding challenge.

The girls in the Sebagobased Girl Scout Troop 1504 collected returnable cans and bottles over the summer. The endeavor was for a fundraiser called Cans for a Cure. The girls in the troop agreed to tackle this task as one of their community service projects.

Junior Scout Aliviah Berry, 10, explained, “We had to at least collect two bags of cans and put them in a ginormous truck.”

“It was kind of stinky and sticky,” Berry said.

According to Junior Scout Kylie Cohoon, 10, “Some days, it was very cold; and some days, it was warm. Sometimes, stuff got into your gloves and it was gross. Some cans still had soda and liquid in them.”

“It was rewarding that we were helping other people who had cancer. I know it made me feel good,” Berry said.

Junior Scout Tamara Rusakovich, 10, agreed that the yucky experience was worth the end result.

“It took a lot of time, but it was going to a good cause.

We learned that. It was a lot of work, but it went to good cause,” Rusakovich said.

By late September, the troop had enough cans to fill 113 Clynk bags. The number of cans they had collected was so huge that a box truck arrived to pick up the cans.

In fact, on Sept. 30, two

well-known radio personalities from Q97.9, Lori Voornas and Kylie Queen, showed up with the box truck and some encouraging words for the hard-working troop.

“Lori had been doing Cans for a Cure for 14 years. The number of cans we collected — it was the first time someone had to use the box truck to pick them up,” said co-leader Michelle Johnsen.

Actually, Troop 1504 helped to officially kick-start the Cans for a Cure fundraiser in southern Maine, and it was the first Girl Scout Troop to participate in this event, Johnsen said.

“I was one of the people putting them in a pile and counting them, you could barely stand on the edge of the truck,” Rusakovich said.

Cohoon said doing the Cans for a Cure was a valuable learning experience.

“We learned even though it was a gross project, it can be fun,” she said.

“The funny thing is my mom’s name is Lori and she (Lori from Q97.9) spells her name the same way. And, Kylie spells her name the same way as me,” Cohoon said.

Troop leaders said Lori brought small gifts for the girls,

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Troop 1504 ranges in age from five to 16 years old. So, there are girls in Daisy Scouts, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes and Seniors.

Cadette Scout Mikayla Allen, 13, said that participating in the fundraiser was extremely satisfying.

“Seeing the van filled up made me feel me like I did something for someone,” Allen said.

“We did something for others. It was actually kind of fun,” Stefaniak said, adding, “I am so lucky we have stain remover.”

“We came out for Cans for a Cure,” Allen said. “I really got into it. I thought it was a good cause. I’m glad we did it.”

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“The major reason we did the project is that all the girls know someone who has had cancer,” Troop leader Amanda Hawkes said.

“We had a lunch lady here who was affected by it,” she said. “It really hit home.”

One girl said her grandpa passed away from cancer, and another girl said her grandma was in remission from cancer.

Meanwhile, a second-grader in the troop knew someone who was only four years old when cancer took his life. One of the troop members in high school said her best friend lost someone to cancer this summer.

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Shakespeare, I Hate Men, and Too Darn Hot. Kiss Me, Kate is pure entertainment at its musical and comical best.

Ticket prices are $12 for adults and $8 for children, students and seniors. To make reservations call 893-1742 or e-mail fallmusical@gmail.com

Bridgton – Monday, Oct. 31, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. The ghosts and goblins at Bridgton Health Care Center are looking forward to seeing some scary costumes and handing out candy to trick or treaters. Everyone is welcome — but come early before they eat all the candy. For more information call 647-8821 or 647-8566.

Monday, Oct. 31, 5:30 – 8 p.m. Bridgton Recreation Annual Halloween Party will be held at Bridgton’s Old Town Hall on North High Street. Costume contest for newborn – 5 years at 5:45 p.m. and ages 6 to 12 at 6:15 p.m. Musical chairs at 7 p.m. and freeze dance at 7:30 p.m. Music, cotton candy, jump house, popcorn. Games and prizes.

Brownfield – Sunday, Oct. 30, 1 p.m. Come to the Hearth & Hand Gardening Center, 109 Main St., Brownfield. Help carve pumpkins, enjoy a fall treat and make some new friends. Then meet at the Brownfield Community Center and deliver the pumpkins down Main Street and along Blueberry Avenue. Parents must accompany their children at all times please.

Monday, Oct. 31, 5 p.m. The annual town Halloween Party will be held at the Brownfield Community Center.

Enjoy a dinner of hot dogs or pizza, decorate your car for “trunk or treat”, enter one of the contests, then hop on the wagon to go trick or treating down Main Street. For more information: 890-4240.

Casco – Monday, Oct. 31, 5 – 6:30 p.m. Annual Halloween activities at the Community Center for pre-school – grade 5.

Harrison – Monday, Oc. 31, 5:30 – 7 p.m. Halloween Festival, Fire Station Fryeburg – Monday, Oct. 31 from 5 – 7 p.m. Trunk or Treat, Fryeburg Fairgrounds, Naples – Friday, October 28, 3 – 5 p.m. Halloween Carnival at the Singer Center. There will be pumpkin painting and free cider.

Saturday, Oct. 29, 11 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. There will be a Halloween Costume Brunch at the Naples Public Library. Fun, food, crafts and activities for all, as well as silliness for kids and BRAIN health awareness for adults.

Bring something for a potluck if you wish.

Saturday, Oct. 29, 1 – 4 p.m. Lake Region High School, 5th Annual Trunk or Treat event. Decorated vehicles distributing treats and lots more. Come see Crusher from 2 – 3 p.m. and Slugger from 2:30 – 4 p.m. Sketches, food/drink, music, caricatures, lots of candy.

RUMFORD — Emily Cain, candidate for Congress in District 2, will be the guest of honor at a spaghetti supper sponsored by the Oxford County Democrats at the American Legion Post on Congress Street in Rumford at 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 4. The dinner will feature spaghetti with the famous Baldacci sauce prepared and served by former Maine governor John Baldacci and Bangor City Council member Joe Baldacci, assisted by Emily Cain and local Democratic candidates. The meal will also include salad and rolls plus a dessert buffet with items made by a number of local cooks.

The cost of the meal is $5 per person at the door. There will be social time at 5 p.m. and the dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. A 50-50 raffle and a silent auction will also be held. For Thanksgiving Boxes more information contact county Democratic Chair Cathy HARRISON — The United Parish Congregational Newell at 875-2116.

Church of Harrison and North Bridgton will be offering free USDA Oxford County Thanksgiving boxes to residents of both towns who are in Local Work Group Meeting need. The boxes will include a turkey and all the fixings for SOUTH PARIS — The Oxford County Soil & Water a traditional Thanksgiving dinner.

To request a box you must provide your full name, mail- Conservation District (OCSWCD) and Natural Resources ing and physical address, telephone number, and the number Conservation Service (NRCS) invite the public to attend a of people in your household. Requests may be submitted by meeting of the Oxford County USDA Local Work Group on calling the United Parish at 583-4840 and leave a message Tuesday, Nov. 29, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Oxford County clearly, stating your full name and a phone number where you Extension Office, 9 Olson Rd. in South Paris.

The Local Work Group will provide recommendations for can be reached. Someone will call you back to obtain the rest of the information. An e-mail may also be sent to the United the 2018 Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Parish at info@unitedparishucc.org or you may sign up in to their local USDA-NRCS for local natural resource priperson at the Harrison Town Office. Ask to see April. The orities, and criteria for conservation activities and programs. dinner boxes are limited to one box per family or household. Topics of discussion in Oxford County will include agriThe last day to sign up for a box is Friday, Nov. 4 and the cultural waste, forestry, pastureland, cropland, and wildlife. boxes must be picked up at the United Parish on Saturday, Other issues and areas of concern can be discussed as well, and a list will be compiled of priorities recognized by this Nov. 19 between 10 a.m. and noon.

Donations to help with the dinner boxes may be sent to group.

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Kiss Me, Kate is the story of a troupe of traveling actors who are performing Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew but things get complicated when the backstage drama of their personal lives creeps into the action. As they try to stage the musical, sparks fly on and off stage between Fred Graham, the show’s director and star, and Lilli Vanessi, his leading lady—and ex-wife. Add to the mix passionate young lovers, ingénue Lois Lane and her gambler boyfriend, Bill, plus a few musically-inclined gangsters’ heavies, and the result is a sharp and witty night with some of Cole Porter’s most immortal tunes. Musical numbers include Why Can’t You Behave, So In Love Am I, Tom, Dick or Harry, Brush Up Your

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The Edes Falls Sewing Circle will be holding a Baked Bean Supper from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Last supper until spring so get your fill.

Fryeburg Historical Society hosts a Harvest Buffet Dinner from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the East Conway Community Hall. Menu: tradtional boiled dinner, salads, homemade rolls and butter, condiments and homemade pies for dessert. Adults $10 and children 12 and under $5.

Casco Village Church, United Church of Christ will hold its Scrumptious & Spooktacular Saturday Night Supper, 5 to 6 p.m. Beans and hotdogs, casseroles, salads and homemade pies. $8 adults and $5 for children under 8.

Brownfield Community Church is holding a Roast Pork Dinner with dessert from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the church on Route 160/Spring St., Brownfield. By donation.

Saturday, November 5 Order of Eastern Star will hold its Famous Turkey Pie Supper at Oriental Masonic Lodge on Route 117, Bridgton from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The menu includes: turkey pie, mashed potatoes, squash, stuffing, peas and apple crisp, coffee, tea or punch. Adults are $10 and children under 12 $5. Turkey pies can be ordered by calling 207-693-3243.

Crooked River Snowmobile Club will have a Bean Supper with all the fixin’s from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Webbs Mills Community Center, Casco.

Roast Beef Supper will be held at Hiram community Center, 14 Historical Ridge, Hiram at 5 p.m. $10 for adults and $4 under 12. Gluten-free options are available. FMI: 625-8074.

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RPM meets goal, getting ready to move to help us quickly match the Ham Foundation challenge,” says Beth Cossey, co-president of the museum’s trustees.

“Not only does the museum benefit from the foundation’s generosity, but the town of Bridgton will also benefit from our increased flow of visitors.”

The museum is working with local contractors to secure the Church House for its trip down Main Hill and to prepare a new foundation adjacent to the Webb House. Many of these contractors have donated a portion of the cost of their work, and local businesses have also given their support.

The move is scheduled for Wednesday, November 2.

“The Ham grant enabled us to reach a major milestone this year,” says museum director Martha Cummings, “and we are very grateful to everyone who has participated so far.

However, after the Church House is moved, there will be the additional costs of putting on a new roof, connecting to the Webb House electricity, and completing other needed repairs so we can be ready to receive visitors next spring.

We hope the community will continue to be generous, as we are now on the final leg of this project.”

If you would like to support the Church House effort with a donation, please contact the museum at 647-2828 or rufusportermuseum@myfair-

Bob Murphy, executive director of the Kendal C. and Anna Ham Charitable Foundation (center), presenting a check to Martha Cummings, Rufus Porter Museum director/curator (center) along with (left to right) Margaret Lindsey Sanborn, RPM trustee; Laura Ordway, Ham Foundation trustee; Therese Johnson, RPM trustee; Bruce Chalmers and Ron Hatch, Ham Foundation trustees. point.net Rufus Porter was an American genius who lived part of his life in Bridgton. He was an artist, musician, and inventor. His artwork includes

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Damnationland at Magic Lantern

Seven short Maine-made films will be screened this Friday, Oct. 28 at 8:30 p.m. at the Magic Lantern in Bridgton as part of the annual showcase titled, Damnationland: The Way Life Should Bleed 2016.

The program — in its seventh year — presents genredefying original works from Maine filmmakers that redefine the classic thriller and horror categories, leaning toward visions that are surreal, comedic, and artful, while still providing scares, shocks, and surprises.

For more information about Damnationland 2016 and other screenings you can check out the website-www. damnationland.com/ Here’s a short take: • A Peculiar Thud — Directed by Ross Morin — Billy wakes up in the middle of the night to find a man at his door who wants to come in — and he won’t take no for an answer.

• Fractal — Directed by Anna Gravél — Ava’s visit to her childhood home, and a reunion with her estranged sister, threaten to unlock secrets from their past that are better left forgotten.

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by The Campbell Brothers — Three brave, intergalactic explorers find themselves in uncharted celestial territory when their ship runs critically low on their much-needed fuel source — plutonium. Fatefully, they discover a nearby planet that hosts a wealth of plutonium reserves.

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He “takes the traditional instrument into a realm of guitarlike distortion, freewheeling jams and introspective, highly electric passages.”

Jake is hitting most states and filling up venues — evidence of the devoted fan base that is flourishing even in cities he is visiting for the first time. To hear some of his music go to his website www.jakeshimabukuro.com or take in the show at SMAC. For more information and to book tickets visit www.stonemountainartscenter.com

Many artists have recorded and/or performed his songs, including Mary Chapin Carpenter, Nanci Griffith, Eliza Gilkyson, Mary Black and Maura O’Connell.

His new album, Before Beginning: The UnReleased I Know — Nashville, 1985 was released in July 2016

by Red House Records and contains never-before-heard versions of material that would appear in Gorka’s later works.

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HARRISON — The Harrison Historical Society will join the Harrison VFW on Friday, Nov.11, for a Veterans Day dinner at the VFW Hall, 176 Waterford Rd. (Rte 35) in Harrison.

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NORTH CONWAY, N.H. — The Mountain Top Music Center is hosting a fun-filled Halloween party on Saturday, Oct 29, from 6 to 11:30 p.m. at the Abenaki Trail Restaurant and Pub on Rte. 16 in North Conway, N.H. Come in costume and dance to classic rock and country tunes played by Western Maine’s premier live dance band Brazen Cane. Buy a ticket for the 50/50 raffle and compete for prizes in the costume contest while helping to raise funds for the Mountain Top Music Center, the area’s nonprofit community music school. For more information call 603-356-6556.

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Tartuffe at LRHS

NAPLES — The Lake Region High School Drama Club and Ten Lakes Chiropractic Clinic cordially invite you to be entertained by Tartuffe, presented at the Lake Region High School auditorium on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17, 18, and 19, at 7 p.m., with 2 p.m. matinee performances on Saturday, Nov. 19 and Sunday, Nov. 20.

Tartuffe, or The Impostor, or The Hypocrite, was first performed in 1664 and is considered one of the most famous theatrical comedies by the great French playwright Molière.

The characters of Tartuffe, Elmire, and Orgon are considered among the greatest roles in classical theatre. Orgon’s family is up in arms because Orgon and his mother have fallen under the influence of Tartuffe, a pious fraud, pretending to be virtuous and to speak with divine authority. Tartuffe’s antics, however, do not fool the rest of the family or their friends; and a hilarious romp ensues when the family devises a scheme to trap Tartuffe into confessing all!

Join others for this hilarious comedy, directed by Eugene Long and performed by the highly talented students of the Lake Region High School Drama Club. Advance tickets are $8 for adults ($10 at the door), $6 for students and seniors over 65 ($8 at the door). Families with young children can attend a performance for a special price BIG DAMN HEROES — Ty Gowen, Charlie Widdis of $20 max! Advance tickWe accept and Anna Halloran — is one of seven local filmmakers ets are available at Aubuchon Monday to Saturday VISA taking part in this year’s Damnationland short film 9 to 5:30 Hardware in Naples, Bridgton M/C series, to be shown at the Magic Lantern Theater in Sunday 10 to 4 DEBIT Books, Casco Village Variety, Bridgton this Friday.

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The Rufus Porter Museum at 121 Main St. in Bridgton has succeeded in raising funds to meet a matching grant donated earlier this year by the Kendal C. and Anna Ham Charitable Foundation. The initial grant of $38,000 has been matched by individuals and local businesses to give the museum a total of $76,000 toward its goal of consolidating its buildings on one site in downtown Bridgton. The money will go toward moving the museum’s Church House from its current location on North High Street to a more visible and convenient spot on the corner of Main and Church Streets.

The Church House, which was built in the late 1700s, was the first home of Bridgton’s Congregational Church and is notable for its wall murals that are attributed to the artist Rufus Porter. The Ham Foundation grant will enable the museum to move the Church House and connect it with the historic Webb House, located across the road from the Bridgton Public Library.

By relocating to Main Street, the museum will gain additional galleries for historical exhibitions, greater visibility to people visiting the downtown area, and increased parking space.

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Naples news Condolences to the family of John McConkey. I had known him for a good long time and he was always so nice to talk to. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

The Edes Falls sewing circle supper is scheduled for Oct. 29 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. This will be the last supper until spring so get your fill of the good stuff to last over the winter. The group’s HO HO sale will be held on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a Chinese raffle of several gifts from Santa and various businesses around town. The luncheon at the sale will feature corn and clam chowder, grilled hotdogs and buns, and chips, coffee, punch and of course, pie. If any hunters happen to be in the area, you are welcome to stop in for lunch. There will be many homemade goodies to buy at the sale including hand sewn, crocheted, and knitted items. It will be a great time to pick up some Christmas, birthday, or baby gifts. The afghan will be raffled at the end of the sale so make sure to get your tickets when you come in. There will also be a white elephant room where you’ll be able to find many treasures.

The American Legion post #155 Auxiliary is hosting its annual flea market and craft sale at the Legion Hall, 26 Casco Rd., on Monday, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

There will be a cookie walk and raffles, and the kitchen will be open from 9 a.m. offering lots of yummy goodies. To rent a table for $20 or learn more information call Marian Merrill at 693-6016. You can go from the Legion to Edes Falls, or vice versa, for a lovely day of helping out both groups with their endeavors.

I hope all this rain has helped people with dry wells, especially the farm in Bridgton with the horses. They say we will be getting more rain this week.

Happy Halloween! Please be careful of all the ghosts and ghouls out there on Monday night. We want all of the trick or treaters to have a safe night. And beware of the zombies!!!

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Jed Wilson and Craig Bry Concert Jed Wilson and Craig Bry will be the guest performers in a Bradley Backstage concert at the Laura Hill Eastman Center for the Performing Arts, 18 Bradley St. in Fryeburg, on Friday, Oct. 28 at 7:30 p.m. The concept of the Bradley concerts has the audience on the stage with the band almost like they were part of the performance.

Jed Wilson from Lovell is well known in the area and he can’t be beat when he gets going on the piano. Drummer Craig has been playing with the Jonathon Sarty Band and many others. Tickets cost $15 for adults and $5 for students.

They can be ordered online at www.fryeburgacademy.org/ pac or by calling 925-9232.

Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library News A reminder about the concert by the Hospice Choir Sing Now on Thursday, Nov. 3, at the library at 7 p.m. This should be an interesting evening hearing the stories of the folks who have been serenaded during an illness and have an opportunity to talk with the folks who comprise this group. There is nothing like music to comfort and ease suffering when one is ill and

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One Book One Valley The Conway Daily Sun ran a big story about the book being read this year, The Finest Hours: The True Story of the U.S. Coast Guard’s Most Amazing Sea Rescue, mainly because one of the authors, Casey Sherman, is an alumnus of Fryeburg Academy.

Casey will be discussing the book at Salyards on Thursday, Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. The book should be exciting and worthy of the Coast Guard. If you haven’t been able to get a copy yet contact the Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library at 925-3177.

Trunk or Treat The New Suncook PTA and the Lovell and Fryeburg Rec departments have come up with a great idea for a safe but fun Halloween with the “Trunk or Treat” concept.

Families can get together and plan how to decorate the trunk of their family car then bring it to the Fryeburg Fairgrounds to see who comes up with the most original ideas. Each participant will provide the decorations for their car and treats for the little kids and big kids, too! Everyone from the surrounding communities is invited to take part for a safe Halloween. Registration forms to participate can be obtained by calling Carrie Landry, New Suncook PTA, at 925-1168 or e-mail her at crrlandry@gmail.com Snow Flake Fair The Lovell United Church of Christ will be holding its annual Snow Flake Fair at the church on Route 5 in Center Lovell on Saturday, Nov. 12, starting at 9 a.m. The ladies of the church try to make this event fun and help everyone get into the Christmas spirit.

There will be berry bowls, fir

pillows, baked goods, gifts, books and a Christmas loft with treasures. The church thrift shop will also be open and lunch will be available for those who want to shop then enjoy sitting down to a delicious meal. There will also be a raffle of a Thanksgiving basket.

11th Annual Gasping Gobbler Race It’s that season of ghosts and goblins for Halloween and Gasping Gobblers heading toward the Thanksgiving season. The date for the Gobbler Race this year is Saturday, Nov. 19, starting at 10 a.m. Many runners and walkers of all ages have taken part in this community event, which is organized by Lovell Recreation. Prizes will be awarded after the race at the VFW Hall on Smarts Hill Rd. in Lovell.

Attention Book Lovers Sadly, the Chatham library must close. The books from the library’s collection are being offered for sale to the public. Hardcover books of all categories will sell for $1 per book and paperback book prices will be negotiated.

The books are being sold by appointment only — contact Barbara Eastman at 603-6943623.

News from Harrison Recreation Travel Hoops. There will be assessments for the Oxford Hills travel basketball team.

Assessments are held at the Oxford Hills Middle School.

• Grade 5-6 Girls on Wednesday, Nov. 2 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

• Grade 3-4 Girls on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 6 to 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Nov. 1 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

• Grade 3-4 Boys on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 6 to 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Nov. 1 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Basketball players are

gearing up for another fun and exciting season! If you would like to sign up for basketball go to www.oxfordhillsathleticboosters.org and register. The cost is $45 per child or $90 per family.

New this year, there will be a Little Dribblers basketball team for kids ages four and five! Practices will be on Mondays at Harrison Elementary School from 5:15 to 6 p.m. Signup fee is $20 and each child will receive a shirt and basketball.

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online (www.harrisonmaine. org) or stop in at the town office to sign up.

Pickleball had another great week. Join in from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday!

Also, another great gathering with the lovely ladies during the senior social! Lots of laughs and yummy snacks every Tuesday from 12 to 2 p.m.

The Halloween Festival is right around the corner!

If you would like to volunteer, please contact Harrison

Rec Director Kayla Laird!

Don’t forget the party is on Halloween night from 5:30 to 7 p.m.! Come have some fun!

Senior Luncheon is Tuesday, Nov. 1, at the Community Room. Come enjoy a delicious turkey dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and stick around for your chance to win prizes in Bingo!

For questions, concerns or suggestions you can contact Rec Director Kayla Laird at klaird@harrisonmaine.org or 207-583-2241.

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The Western Maine Art Group continues its fall season with a First Friday Reception for Artist of the Month, Sandra Bell, on Nov. 4 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Main Street Gallery, 426 Main Street in Norway.

Country living BRIDGTON Thur., Oct. 27 — Blood Drive, Oriental Masonic Lodge, 1-6 p.m.

Fri., Oct. 28 — Democratic Committee Meeting, 6 p.m, Community Center.

Sat., Oct. 29 — Gamers for Christ, 5 p.m., Community Center.

Sat., Nov. 5 — Chili & Chowder Cook-Off, 11:301:30, Community Center.

CASCO Fri., Oct. 28 — Free Family Film Friday, Alice Through the Looking Glass, 6:30 p.m., library.

Mon., Oct. 31 — Halloween Party, Community Center, 5-6:30 p.m. (pre-school–grade 5).

FRYEBURG Thur., Oct. 27 — Pace Galleries of Art, Leura Hill Eastman PAC, 18 Bradley St., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Admission is free.

Fri., Oct. 28 — All Dog Sports Night, Telling Tails Training Center, 285 Main St. 5 - 7 p.m. WagIt Games. FMI: 642-3693.

Fri., Oct. 28 — “Encounter in Sound”, Jed Wilson/Craig Bryan. Leura Hill Eastman PAC, 18 Bradley St., $15 adults, $5 students/faculty. 7:30 p.m.

Tue., Nov. 1 — Pace Galleries of Art, Leura Hill Eastman PAC, 18 Bradley St., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Admission is free.

Thur., Nov. 3 — Pace Galleries of Art, Leura Hill Eastman PAC, 18 Bradley St., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Admission is free.

Tue., Nov. 8 — Pace Galleries of Art, Leura Hill Eastman PAC, 18 Bradley St., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Admission is free.

Wed., Nov. 9 — Jazz Residency Capstone Concert, Leura Hill Eastman PAC, 18 Bradley St., 7 p.m. $15 adults, $10 seniors and $5 students.

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Pieces of Glass, Southworth Planetarium, Portland, 1 p.m.

Wed., Nov. 2 — Natural Selection, Southworth Planetarium, Portland, 1 p.m.

Thur., Nov. 3 — Cooking Matters Pop-Up Tour, 5-6 p.m., Harper Conference Center, 193 Main St., Norway. FMI: 7431562, ext. 6896.

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Mon., Oct. 31 — Halloween Festival, Fire Station, 5:30-7 p.m.

LOVELL Thur., Nov. 3 — Hospice Choir Sing Now, 7 p.m. at library. FMI: 256-4351.

Sat., Nov. 5 — Stretching our Legs Farther Afield: Travel to Bridgton to explore Pondicherry Park, Greater Lovell Land Trust Hike, 9:30 to noon, Dunning Memorial Bridge, Depot St., Bridgton.

NAPLES Thur., Oct. 27 — Jackie Kiley talks on genealogy, 6 p.m. at library.

Tue., Nov. 1 — Fire & Safety storytime w/Naples Fire/ Rescue, 10:30 a.m., library.

RAYMOND Sat., Oct. 29 — Performance of Four on the Floor, fiddlers, Raymond Village Community Church, 27 Main St. FMI: 6557749.

SWEDEN Sat., Oct. 29 — Craft fair/ bake sale, for Sweden Vol. Fire Dept., 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Town Meeting House, Rte. 93.

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Sat., Oct. 29 — Bates Professor Lillian Nayder speaks on A Tale of Two Cities As a Tale of Two Brothers, Auburn Public Library, 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Sat., Oct. 29 — Chinese Auction benefit Special Olympics Team Momentum, cafeteria, OHCHS, 256 Main St. S. Paris. Doors open 11 a.m., auction at 1 p.m.

Sun., Oct. 30 — Longaberger Bingo, benefit Responsible Pet Care, Norway Legion Hall, 82 Main St., Norway, Doors open 11 a.m., starts at 12:30 p.m. FMI: 7438679.

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Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

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

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

Tai Chi Maine, Set Practice, 10 a.m., (Oct. 4-11-18-25 at Bridgton Academy Gym, North Bridgton)

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

Bridgton Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Methodist Church, 98 Main St., Bridgton.

FMI: 647-4476.

Bridge, 12:15 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

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

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

Harrison Food Pantry, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Adventist Church, 2 Naples Rd. FMI: 583-6178.

Adult Volleyball, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Brownfield

CRAFT FAIRS Holiday Fair

RAYMOND — The annual Holiday Craft Fair will be held at the Village Community Church, 27 Main St. in Raymond, on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Fair will have something for everyone including Thanksgiving and Christmas centerpieces, wreaths, crafts, homemade foods, new and gently used Christmas decor, Avon products, jewelry, and maple syrup. There will also be a silent auction. Bring your friends and family to join others for breakfast and lunch. Contact the Church at 655-7749 if more information is required.

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Al-Anon Bridgton, 7 p.m.

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

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 Alliance Church, Harrison Rd. FMI: 647-2402.

Krafty Kritters, 9 a.m. to noon, Harrison Community Room at fire house.

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

Senior Lunch, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

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

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

Over 40 Pickleball, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Harrison Elementary School. FMI: 583-2241.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7

to 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

Tai Chi Maine, new class, Tibetan Tai Chi short form, just 27 moves, 10 to 11 a.m.

(Oct. 5-12-19-26 at Bridgton Academy Gym, North Bridgton) Otisfield Sewing & Craft Group, 1-3:30 p.m. (every Wed, except 3rd Wed., of mo.), Community Hall.

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

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

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

Tai Chi Maine, beginner class, 10 a.m., (Oct. 6-13-2027 at Bridgton Academy Gym, North Bridgton) The Academy Collects, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Pace Galleries of Art, Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center, Fryeburg Academy.

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Card games before, bingo after.

FMI: 627-4044.

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 to 8 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Sweden Rd., Bridgton.

FRIDAYS Jumpin’ Janes Senior Fitness, 9-10 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Bridgton Alliance Church, Harrison Rd. FMI: 647-2402.

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

Church.

Tai Chi Maine, Beginner Practice, 10 a.m., (Oct. 7-14-2128 at Bridgton Academy Gym, North Bridgton) Harrison Farmers’ Market,

1-5 p.m., Rte. 117, just outside of Village.

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

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

SATURDAYS Bridgton Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Community Center back side of parking lot.

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

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

AA Meeting, O/BB/D/A/L, 7 to 8 p.m., Lovell Church of Christ, 1174 Main St., Lovell.

Al-Anon, 7 to 8 p.m., Lovell Church of Christ, 1174 Main St., Lovell.

AA Beginner’s & Group Mtgs., 7 to 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 1311 Roosevelt Trl., Raymond.

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

Church Holiday Fair

WEST BALDWIN — On Saturday, Nov. 5, the West Baldwin Methodist Church, 1006 Pequawket Trail (Rte. 113) in West Baldwin, will host a Holiday Craft Fair from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. featuring baked goods, a white elephant table, handmade craft items and a silent auction.

Come early for a pancake breakfast from 7 to 9 a.m., do a little seasonal shopping, then stay for a lasagna lunch, which will be served from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. For more information call the church at 625-7154.

Bayberry Craft Fair

CAMP SUNSHINE PUMPKIN FESTIVAL — The 14th annual Camp Sunshine Pumpkin Festival was held at L.L.Bean in Freeport this past Saturday, Oct. 22 with 10,000 jack-o-lanterns aglow. Organizers hoped to raise $70,000 for Camp Sunshine, an award winning, free-of-charge retreat for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families on the shores of Sebago Lake in Casco, Maine. At Camp, attendees join other families on similar journeys and experience the benefits of empathy and encouragement, recovery and recreation, and hope and inspiration. Funds are used explicitly for local families to attend Camp Sunshine.

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BOLSTERS MILLS — The Bolsters Mills Ladies Guild will hold its unique annual Bayberry Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church, Bolsters Mills Road, on the Harrison side of the village.

This fair has a reputation for exceptional artisans and crafters such as a knitter who always comes up with unusual and beautifully made items ranging from hats and mittens to shawls, handbags, and more. Various styles of jewelry, pottery, and even hand-decorated ducks eggs will be for sale both upstairs and downstairs so shoppers should be able to find the perfect holiday gifts. Look for Thanksgiving and Christmas crafts and scrumptious, homemade baked goods as well.

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Church to hold Papa’s Boots auction this Saturday BOLSTERS MILLS — The Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church will hold a 3-T Auction to benefit the local mission, Papa’s Boots, on Saturday, Oct. 29. A free meal of beans, hot dogs, coleslaw and bread will be served at 5 p.m. and the auction will begin at 6 p.m. “Talents, treats and treasures” will be on the auction block, including many homemade items, household treasures, artwork, handmade wreaths, signs, and other decorations, along with sweet treats such as cook-

ies, cakes and whoopie pies.

Additional donations can be brought in the night of the auction. Please join others for an evening of fun to support a great cause.

Papa’s Boots is a local mission established in memory of Bruno “Papa” Leino of Harrison by his grandchildren. The mission is associated with Bolster’s Mills United Methodist Church.

His grandchildren remember Papa always saying as he gazed at all the presents under their Christmas tree,

“look at all these presents we have when there are so many children going without winter boots”. Since 2011 Papa’s Boots has donated hundreds of new pairs of winter boots for children in need in Harrison, Waterford, and South Paris, as well as to other nonprofit organizations serving people in need.

The Papa’s Boots committee hopes to expand the program and has partnered with Lamey-Wellehan in Auburn to help make this mission possible. As always, we

thank everyone who supports the projects and missions of Bolster’s Mills United Methodist Church.

The Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church is located on 582 Bolsters Mills Road in Harrison. The Church is accessible. Donations to the Papa’s Boots Mission may be made by sending a check payable to BMUMC “Papa’s Boots” to P.O. Box 859, Harrison, ME 04040. For more information, please feel free to contact A-J Alexander at 461-3093.

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October 27, 2016, The Bridgton News, Page 1C

One FA team out, one still in

ENJOYING THE MOMENT — Fryeburg Academy sophomore Josh Frye (#73) holds the ball high after intercepting a tipped lateral and running free for a 32-yard score during Saturday’s Pleasant Mountain Bowl against Lake Region.

Joining the fun were (left to right) Gage Fowler, Tucker Buzzell, Isaac Wakefield and Liam Harriman. (Rivet Photos)

Raiders stay red hot

FA keeps string going against Lakers

By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer FRYEBURG — Josh Frye had a moment most defensive lineman can only hope for.

ments. Sometimes, you get caught up in the ‘rivalry,’ get overexcited and overhyped and try to do too much and make mistakes. We did a good job of coming out and playing,” FA Coach David Turner said. “It’s been a couple years since we’ve played in bad weather so this was good experience. It added another piece of adversity.

We had to manage things a little differently — guys had to worry about their footing — but overall we handled it pretty well.”

The victory cemented the Raider’s seeding in the upcoming Class C South playoffs, securing a home game against Mountain Valley this coming Saturday (see preview).

The Lakers hoped to slow down the high-octane Raider attack by running the ball and running the clock.

LR moved the ball close to midfield, but a fumble was recovered by FA end Caleb Eklund.

FA speedster Jared Chisari zipped for 18 yards, and a play later, Saunders fired over the middle to Gullikson, who flashed free as a LR defender slipped, for a 24-yard score. After struggling at Gorham, Jeremiah Schrader boomed the extra point.

Fryeburg made it 14-0 as Chisari converted a sweep to the right for a 38-yard score.

The drive was set up by a 14-yard pass from Saunders to wide receiver Cobey Johnson.

Faced with a 3rd-and-11, the Lakers tried to pass over the middle, but McMurray’s toss was intercepted by Schrader, who returned it to the LR-25.

Sticking with their ground attack, the Raiders battered the Laker front line with five rushes with Gullikson lugging for nine yards and Saunders bolting for 11 down the sideline. Chisari completed the drive with a leap over the right side from two yards out. Schrader’s extra point made it 21-0 with 3:03 left in the first quarter.

Looking for a spark, the Lakers decided to go for it on a fourth down play at their own 42 after Johnson blocked a McMurray pass.

But, McMurray was stuffed for no gain by Ryan Hewes.

Fryeburg made good use of the short field as Gullikson gained 14 yards at the end of the quarter, and later added 11 more yards out of the Wildcat look to move the ball inside the red zone.

A holding call pushed the Raiders back, and LR defensive back Hunter McDaniel delivered a jarring hit on receiver Caleb Eklund, who BIG HIT — Lake Region’s Hunter McDaniels lowers the boom on Raider receiver was unable to hold onto Caleb Eklund, knocking the ball out of Eklund’s hands to prevent a first down during a pass. Faced with fourth Saturday’s game at the Academy.

RAIDERS, Page 2C Late in the first half, Lake Region freshman quarterback Ethan McMurray bobbled a snap, and then tried to keep the play alive by attempting a quick pitch

to his right. The ball was deflected into the air.

At 1-6, every mistake seemed to bite Lake Region this football season.

At 5-2, Fryeburg Academy’s aggressive defense has forced turnovers and turned them into scores.

So, instead of the loose ball falling to the turf Saturday during the Pleasant Mountain Bowl, Frye made an acrobatic play he won’t forget. Making a fingertip grab, Frye kept his balance and then raced 32 yards for a touchdown.

It was just one of several big plays the Raiders capitalized on during a 42-6 thumping of their rivals to put an exclamation point on Homecoming.

Fryeburg continued its dominance in the local series, winning 11 of the last 12 meetings (note: 2013 and 2014 games were exhibitions when the Raiders were in Class B and the Lakers dropped to Class C due to realignment). The Lakers last win was back in 2010 — a 27-6 victory.

Despite a wet field and misty conditions, the Raiders never skipped a beat, rushing for 275 yards while quarterback Oscar Saunders tossed touchdown passes of 24 and 22 yards to Cody Gullikson.

“You never know what might happen when you PICKED OFF — FA defensive back Oscar Saunders have bad weather. We just hauls in an interception in front of Lake Region receiver wanted to come out and play hard and do our assignTrue Meyers.

BOYS’ SOCCER Gray-NG 2, Raiders 0: Fryeburg Academy battled hard in their road opening playoff game last week against Gray-New Gloucester, but were blanked by the Patriots.

“We played decently. They were a little bit better than the first time we played them,” FA Coach Bob Hodgman-Burns said. “The final score was a fair one.

We were outplayed, but certainly not outworked. For this team to battle and make playoffs after having some injuries and tough games was very rewarding. I think we mostly played to our potential and even above our abilities at times.”

Coach Hodgman-Burns termed the fall “a very successful season that the players can be proud of.”

“We have had a very good run of playoff appearances over the years and they continued that tradition,” the coach said. “I think we are set up pretty well for next season. We return a lot even though we lose some seniors.”

GIRLS’ SOCCER While the Raider boys had trouble getting the ball to bounce their way, the Raider girls created their own good fortune.

With the game tied with five minutes to go in their opening playoff game at Oak Hill, the Raiders caught a break when a drive struck an Oak Hill player and deflected into the net, which proved to be the game winner. Freshman Madison McIntyre, who was closest to the play, was credited with the goal.

The 11th-seeded Raiders rallied to tie the sixthranked host Oak Hill on a breakaway goal by Sophie Trephol.

“I think the center of the field for us was key. Kaylin Delaney and Sophie Trephol, with Brooke Juneau coming forward to help, did a great job of controlling the midfield,” FA Coach Chris Gaskin said. “Brooke Juneau and Gwen Boros were fantastic defensively for us with Makayla Cooper doing a great job in goal.

Mackenzie Buzzell was active throughout the game PLAYOFFS, Page 3C

HOPING TO KEEP THEIR SEASON GOING — Raider girls’ soccer captains Kaylin Delaney (left) and Ali Fraize.

(Photo by Lakyn Osgood/FA)

FA 42 LR 6

RAIDERS First downs: 9 Penalties: 3 for 30 yards Turnovers: 1 Rushing: Jared Chisari 6-72, Cody Gullikson 7-43, Liam Chisari 8-(minus 2), Oscar Saunders 1-11, Ryan Hewes 1-86, Caleb Bowles 2-16, Tyreese Deloacth-Jeffrey 6-49 Total Rushing: 31 carries, 275 yards Passing: 3-of-6, 60 yards Receiving: Cody Gullikson 2-46, 2 TDs; Cobey Johnson 1-14 Total offense: 335 yards Tackles (solo, assist, total): Calvin Southwick 3-0-3, Kevin Ventura 1-1-2, Gage Fowler 2-4-6, Tucker Buzzell 1-4-5, Isaac Wakefield 0-2-2, Caleb Eklund 1-2-3, Cam Mailman 0-1-1, Josh Frye 1-2-3, Braydon Bartlett 1-0-1, Reese Kneissler 2-3-5, Joe LeBrun 0-1-1, Ryan Hewes 1-0-1, Caleb Bowles 3-1-4, Oscar Saunders 1-1-2, Liam Harriman 3-1-4, Arnold Jaber 0-1-1, Jeremiah Schrader 1-0-1, Jack Campbell 1-1-2, Gavin Smith 1-0-1 Fumble recoveries: Caleb Eklund, Josh Frye, unknown Interceptions: Oscar Saunders, Josh Frye, Jeremiah Schrader LAKERS First downs: 7 Penalties: zero Turnovers: 6 (3 fumbles, 3 interceptions) Rushing: Derek Mondville 12-50, Andrew Douglass 7-96, Brandon Sargent 8-21, Ethan McMurray 5-12, Nick Gagnon 1-0, Brent Massey 1-(minus 1), Total rushing: 34 carries, 178 yards Passing: 1-for-7, 2 yards Receiving: True Meyers 1-2 Total offense: 180 yards Tackles (solo, assist, total): Zack Clark 0-2-2, Derek Mondville 1-3-4, Mark Mayo 2-1-3, Brent Massey 0-1-1, Todd Crawford 2-4-6, Nick Gagnon 0-2-2, Thomas Noble 2-1-3, Ben Roakes 1-0-1, Ethan McMurray 1-0-1, Hunter McDaniel 2-1-3, Colby Chaplin 3-0-3, Andrew Douglass 1-1-2, Brandon Sargent 4-3-7, Danny Cray 0-1-1, Daniel Symonds 0-1-1, Connor Perfetto 1-0-1, Travis Vo 0-1-1 Fumble recovery: Nick Gagnon

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FINGERTIP CATCH — Hustling after a ball deflected at the line of scrimmage, Raider CLOGGING UP THE RUNNING LANE — Lake Region running back Andrew lineman Josh Frye made a fingertip catch for the interception, and returned the ball Douglass tries to break a tackle by Raider Isaac Wakefield. Looking to help out on the play is Tucker Buzzell (#50).

(Rivet Photos) for a touchdown.

Raiders keep win string alive against Lakers (Continued from Page 1C) and long, Saunders initially looked down the middle for a receiver, but then found Gullikson alone in the right

side of the end zone for a 22-yard strike.

Up 28-0, the Raiders then saw sophomore Josh Frye get into the act.

CLASS C FOOTBALL QUARTERFINALS #3 Fryeburg Academy (6-2) vs. #6 Mountain Valley (4-4) Saturday, Oct. 29, 1 p.m.

At Fryeburg Academy • The two teams did not meet in the regular season.

Both teams defeated Gray-NG, Lake Region, Freeport and Poland. Both teams lost to Cape and Wells. The one difference — the Raiders beat Yarmouth 53-14 in Week 4, whereas the Falcons lost to the Clippers 27-25 in Week 2.

• Raiders: Won five straight since a 35-18 loss to Well 2-2 at home 4-0 on the road Points for: 279 Points against: 103 (two shutouts) Top threats (stats based on seven games): Jared Chisari, 14 touchdowns including two of 80-plus yards, 58 carries for 688 yards (11.9 yards per carry).

Cody Gullikson, 11 touchdowns (including a 78-yard interception return), 56 carries for 562 yards (10.0 yards per touch).

Outlook: “For us, it will be the same keys that we have every week — we need to stick with our assignments against their single wing. We can’t start chasing and running around; they are physical, they are good defensively. This will be a 48-minute game. It comes down to who makes the fewer mistakes and who makes the timing plays when you need to make them,” FA Coach David Turner said. “We’re certainly happy to be playing, but we also know now we’re only guaranteed one more Monday.”

• Falcons: Lost their season finale 18-12 to Spruce Mountain; longest win streak 2; last four games 2-2 Home: 1-3 Away: 3-1 Points for: 243 Points against: 171 Top threats: The Falcons like to show a lot of misdirection in the running game, and feature seniors Kyle Farrar and Nick Newman, who rushed for 165 yards on 15 carries against Lake Region.

• Winner: Advances to the semifinals next week against the winner of #2 Wells (7-1) vs. #7 Yarmouth (3-5).

“Josh is young and athletic. Not only does he make the catch, he then has the speed to outrun everyone for the score,” Coach Turner said. “He has improved a lot this season as a sophomore.

It was nice to see him have a little fun there. You don’t often see a lineman in that position.”

Lake Region Coach Brian Jahna said the play was indicative of his club’s season of playing hard, trying to make plays, yet seeing mistakes prove very costly.

“The reality is that was a freshman mistake, trying to make a play that wasn’t there. The speed at the varsity level is so much quicker than he is used to seeing.

Sometimes, you just need to eat the ball and go on to the next play. That’s experience.

I’m proud of Ethan and all of these guys,” Coach Jahna said. “Fumbling on our first possession really popped our balloon. We need to stop making mistakes that change momentum so quickly.”

Again, a turnover ended a promising drive for the Lakers, and gave the Raiders another chance to strike.

LR moved into Raider territory for the first time in the game aided by a pass interference call and a 11-yard scamper down the sideline on third down by McMurray, finally tackled by Saunders and Caleb Bowles.

McMurray was later intercepted along the right sideline as FA’s Saunders cut in front of Laker end True Meyers and picked off the pass with 4:33 left until intermission.

Just as Frye had a chance to celebrate before the Homecoming crowd, so did junior Ryan Hewes.

Following good lead blocks

OFF TO THE RACES — Raider Ryan Hewes sees the hole on the right side of the Fryeburg Academy line, and bolted through it for a 86-yard touchdown against the Lakers. FA won big, 42-6. on the right side by Isaac Wakefield, Kevin Ventura and Eklund, Hewes bolted for an 86-yard TD run.

The Lakers moved the ball on the ground against the Raiders’ second team defense, but fumbled with 1:54 left in the half.

With the score FA 42 — LR 0, the game went to running time in the second half.

Both teams turned the ball over on fumbles.

The Lakers avoided the shutout as Derek Mondville showed his determination to get to the end zone by breaking three tackle attempts from 13 yards out. The score was set up by a nine-yard run by Brandon Sargent and a 39-yard jaunt by Andrew Douglass.

As the game clock buzzer sounded, the two coaches

found themselves heading in drastically different directions.

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“Tomorrow is a new day.

Our biggest concern going into a season that you plan on playing a number of young kids is what happens to them physically and emotionally.

They’ve been tremendous.

The guys have bonded, become galvanized at the end, and as tough as things get, they stick together. It’s a testament to their character,” Coach Jahna said.

The coach was pleased with how his players handled themselves throughout Saturday’s lopsided affair,

as well as how the group approached the entire season. He also cited the leadership shown by his two senior linemen, Todd Crawford and Ben Roakes.

“It’s easy to get chippy and do things the wrong way when you haven’t had things go your way. This group, they come together, never chirp at the other team, they just keep trying to do things better. In the moment, they are willing to learn a lesson.

It’s a group that I think will be very good in the future,” Coach Jahna said. “Todd and Ben’s character is a reason that this team stayed together and grew together. Two really strong character kids.

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FA playoffs: Tough loss, great season nals yesterday against thirdseed York (7-3-4).

“Against York, we will need to be much more organized while also limiting our mistakes,” Coach Gaskin added. “Against (Continued from Page 1C) Oak Hill, we put ourselves and really put their defend- into bad positions by making careless mistakes and ers under pressure.”

The Raiders (7-8) we will work to correct this advanced to the quarterfi- in practice. We’ll do our

LR rebuild in right direction BOYS’ SOCCER On Monday night (Oct. 17), the Lake Region JV boys’ soccer team hosted Poland and celebrated Senior Night.

The Lakers graduate two seniors this year — one new to LRHS as an AFS exchange student, Daisuke Suwa (Dice-K, as he likes to be called), and team captain Douglass Mayo (whom Coach Michael Chaine has “had the pleasure to coach for four years”).

Although the Knights captured a 1-0 win, Coach Chaine said, “it was a real privilege to watch my team have the best second half of soccer they had all year.”

The only goal of the game came off a bad bounce, striking a Laker defender in the hand inside the goal area, which resulted in a Poland penalty kick. Sophomore goalie and tri-captain C.J. Ferguson read the kick well and dove to his right, missing the ball by inches.

However, the kick was struck well by the Poland player and found its mark in the upper right corner of the goal.

“This year was a rebuilding year with a total of only 16 players, of which we had only all 16 playing in three games. I asked a lot of the boys,” Coach Chaine said. “This year, we were sophomore strong with a few freshmen and even less upper classmen. I pushed them hard to mature early to provide a focused group, not only in practices but also in our games.”

The Lakers finished 2-6-1.

“While playing a modified schedule this year, it did provide the boys an opportunity to play against a few schools who we don’t normally play and they were given the chance to see the level of competition that waits for them next year,” the coach said. “With 20 eighth graders playing soccer this year, we look forward to an influx of new players to rebuild our program and look forward to returning to a regular (varsity) schedule next year.”

best to prepare for a talented York team, who have had some great results this season. Our organization and discipline will be the biggest keys for us.”

FIELD HOCKEY One of the preseason goals of most teams, including the Raider field hockey squad, is to make it to the playoffs.

While the Raiders achieved that goal, their next goal fell short when they dropped a 5-1 decision to Yarmouth in the Class B South first round.

“The girls had a great season facing awesome competition and once again realized their goal of entering post season play,” Coach Dede Frost said. “It was a well-played and exciting game. Our kids love to play on turf so even though we play on grass at home, they were not disappointed to draw a team with turf for the quarterfinals!”

The Raiders’ last regular season game had been on Oct. 6 so the club was definitely getting antsy waiting 12 days to start the playoffs.

“We were late finding a postseason scrimmage, but eventually went to Kennett for some game situation play on Monday — the day before our game. We were grateful to have some situation play during the 12-day break,” Coach Frost said.

Certainly, the stars were not aligned in the Raiders’ favor as they traveled to Yarmouth. It drizzled. FA arrived at the field with only 30 minutes to spare before the game. And during warmups, the Raiders lost a player due to injury.

Faye Taylor sustained an injury that needed immediate medical attention.

“Our athletic trainer, Nate, saved the day and miraculously showed up on the sideline, as well. To make a long story short,

the game began while we were in the process of trying to address Faye’s needs and get her to the hospital. It was a tough start to the game and when we finally had Faye en route to the hospital five minutes into the game, it was 1-0 Yarmouth,” Coach Frost said.

Yarmouth went on to score three more goals in the first half.

“Yarmouth had set the tone and we struggled to match the intensity,” Coach Frost said. “At halftime, the girls regrouped, settled down and went back out on the field with their heads held high. The girls played a whole new game during the second half with each team scoring only one goal during the entire 30 minutes. It was like watching two different games. I was very proud of our girls. We did not win the game, we did not move on to the next playoff round, but we never gave up.”

Coach Frost credited Yarmouth as being a skilled team that was prepared and played very well.

“They did some great things and earned the win.

They deserved to move on to the semifinals,” Coach Frost said.

Update: Yarmouth advanced to the South Finals against top-seeded York.

“As disappointing as it is to lose a big game, it is more disappointing to see the season come to an end. I couldn’t have asked for a team to handled that disappointment any better. They didn’t hang their heads, they didn’t complain or show a decline in sportsmanship. They went out on to the field and played hard and fair until the end,” Coach Frost said. “And when it was over, they smiled and shook hands, wished their

STRONG DRIVE, STRONG SEASON — Captain Bridget Tweedie (left) and the Raider field hockey team enjoyed another strong season, including a playoff berth. opponents the best of luck the rest team to be part in the upcoming game to of the next level of play follow. Competition is all because we are one team about those kinds of les- united.

Coach Frost also noted sons. The winner of each contest should be the team what a special season it was that plays the best on any working with former Raider, given day, and it is much daughter Bailey Frost.

“Bailey played for me in easier to be a good sport when you win, it takes char- high school and went on to acter to be a good sport even play in college. She and I share a passion for the sport when you lose.”

As for the Raider JV that is rare and exciting. program, the team never She understands the game stopped practicing when the and has an amazing gift JV schedule ended. They in her ability to share her continued to practice and knowledge of the game with condition each day with the players,” Coach Frost their team whether their said. “She is energetic and names were on the playoff creative, but has no issue roster or not. with being firm and setting “That’s dedication! They high expectations. The girls had an undefeated season responded to and respected and deserved every win,” her and I feel blessed to Coach Frost said. “Of have had her by my side for course, they traveled with a great season.”

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pretty good about what we had here. Then, we had a good showing against Wells, and we felt we had something. Those two teams are physical, yet we held our own,” Coach Turner said.

“We felt if we played well,

we would be right there. We went through a lull when we weren’t playing our best, but over the past few weeks, we’ve really turned a corner.”

The next corner to turn will be Saturday against Mountain Valley.

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(Continued from Page 2C) leading this team. They’re not really loud kids, but they lead this team. When they speak, this team listens.”

On the other side of the field, Raider Coach David Turner congratulated his players on the win, but reminded them that they face plenty of work starting Monday as they prep for their playoff opponent, the Falcons of Mountain Valley.

On winning six games this season, Coach Turner said, “I never think in terms of how many wins we might have in a season. We lost some key

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Regional sports

Green Mountain, homecoming Green Mountain (1,883 feet elevation) in Effingham, N.H., has been part of my family’s history since my grandparents bought their first house on the slopes of the mountain.

Today, only the granite foundations of this house remain, but the mountain is still an important part of the fabric of Effingham and surrounding towns.

Green Mountain is east of the Ossipee Mountains and not far from the Maine-New Hampshire border. It is not a tall mountain, but is isolated from other mountains in the area and is a nice climb. The views from the summit are restricted by trees growing there, but Hanson Top, a secondary summit close to the main summit at 1,820-feet elevation, offers fine views from its exposed ledges.

Much of Green Mountain is protected for use by the public. The Society for the Preservation of New Hampshire Forests owns 2,171 acres on Green Mountain as the High Watch Preserve, purchased in 2007.

The Society has worked since its founding in 1901 to establish permanent conservation areas and promote the wise stewardship of private lands. It is the state’s oldest and largest nonprofit land CARLY DYER emerged as one of Lake Region Middle conservation organization.

School’s top cross-country runners this fall.

The Green Mountain State

(Photo by Dena Dunn) Forest is located at the top

Plenty of promise ahead CROSS-COUNTRY Last Thursday, the Lake Region Middle School crosscountry team traveled to Twin Brooks in Cumberland for the Triple C Championships.

There were 278 athletes in attendance, and the racing was fierce and fast.

On the boys’ side, the Lakers raced to a ninth place finish of 16 teams and the girls came home in ninth place, also. Not bad for a small, but tough team.

The girls were led by sixth grader Carly Dyer in 36th place, running a brilliant race topped of with a furious sprint the last 300 yards.

“Carly picked up the Rookie of the Year award for her efforts and if she sticks with this sport she will be a force to reckon with,” Coach Kevin McDonald said. “Carly came to the team midway through the season and only raced three times, improving each race. Give this young lady a full season and the sky is the limit. Talented and a pleasure to work with, I hope to see her for a full season

next year.”

Following Carly were Madison Martin in 38th place. Madison repeated as the Lakers’ MVP this year and will be a force as she moves to the high school level.

Next came Brooke Toole in 53rd place. Brooke received the Coach’s Award this year.

“A fine athlete who suffered an injury midseason, but came back very strong,” Coach McDonald said.

Mercedes Martin was 61st and Jenessa Tosi 62nd were next for the Lakers followed by Libby Blais (64th), Rebecca Caron (67th) and Kiya Fortnan (69th) rounded out the scoring for the Lakers.

On the boys’ side, the Lakers struggled all year to keep the team intact. You must get five runners across the finish line to score as a team in cross-country.

“Our team made up of two eighth graders and three sixth graders worked very hard to stay injury-free and keep the team dream alive,” Coach McDonald said. “We will lose

Three Denmark Mountain Hikers on the Dearborn Trail nearing the summit of Green Mountain.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree) of the mountain. The State of New Hampshire purchased 15 acres at the summit of Green Mountain in 1921 “…for the purpose of erecting a fire lookout station to be maintained jointly with the State of Maine. This station is located within a short distance of the New Hampshire-Maine line and offers exceptional facilities for fire prevention work in both states. Under a cooperative agreement with the Maine Forestry Commission a 47-foot steel tower on Cedar Mountain in Maine was moved to Green Mountain in Effingham during the past summer and will be maintained jointly by Maine and New Hampshire…” (Biennial Report of the Forestry Commission, 1921-22).

This fire tower is one of 16 in New Hampshire in service today.

Senior Rambles Hiking Trips & Tips

by Allen Crabtree

The Green Mountain fire tower has been operated on a part-time, high-risk-only basis since 2009. In 2015, there was a major renovation of the tower, replacing the “box” on the top of the tower and upgrading the steel lattice work of the tower itself.

Visitors are not allowed in the box at the top of the tower and are discouraged from climbing the tower itself over concerns for their safety.

There are extensive wild low-bush blueberries at the

summit that make the climb a popular one when the berries are ripe. At one point, litter was a problem on the High Watch Trail and at the summit from hikers and picnickers. To solve the problem, Jay Gallegher, a state fire tower watchman, once put up a sign which read, in part: “Please take all litter with you — my wife is coming up next week and I don’t want her to think I keep an untidy mountain.”

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two, but if these sixth graders stay together and can add a couple more runners, we will experience a lot of success next season.”

Grady Kemp led the way, coming home in 19th place.

LRMS’ MVP this season showed why with this impressive run to close out his season.

Luke Blais, the Coach’s Award winner, was next in 43rd with Ezra Gronlund, the Rookie of the Year, next in 59th place. Rounding out the scoring was Dexter Thayer (another sixth grader) in 69th and Conner Martin in 105th place.

“I would like to thank all the parents for their outstanding support of these young athletes and the volunteers that helped out with our home meet,” Coach McDonald said.

Also, thanks to Lamprons for their continued support and Hannaford for their genDenmark Mountain Hikers at the old Effingham Town Pound, at the base of erosity.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree) “The seasons fly by and I Green Mountain. already miss this team. Yes, it’s a lot of work, but the 100 Main Street rewards are 10-fold.

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This week’s puzzle theme:

Presidential Elections 65. Conical tent 66. Miner’s bounty 68. Hindu queen 69. Do like Vesuvius 70. Additionally 71. Nashville player 72. A rolling stone gathers none of this 73. Japanese currency 74. Downhill riders

38. Bassoon cousin 42. Asparagus unit 45. *List of candidates 49. Unidentified John 51. What coquette does 54. Polish currency 56. *This account of John

Podesta was hacked 57. Curriculum based on science, technology, engineering, math 58. Claudius’ successor 59. “Moonlight Sonata,” e.g.

60. *Dems opponents

61. Colonial times’ laborer 62. Casino chip 63. Part of ROM

64. Yearnings 67. Wade’s opponent

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Lessons of the natural world

Attention homeschoolers, teachers and daycare providers! Growing up Wild is an amazing, early-education program that builds on children’s innate sense of curiosity about the natural world. Maine Audubon is coming to Bridgton’s Maine Lake Science Center (Willett Road) on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 8:45 a.m. until 1 p.m. to offer a workshop for educators to explore this fantastic curriculum developed by the Council for Environmental Education and Project Wild.

Participants will gain handson experience with lessons Allen Crabtree at the cellar hole of the first house his grandparents bought on and activities and leave with the side of Green Mountain in Effingham, N.H. (Photo by Rick Dennen) a copy of the activity guide and the confidence to go out-

Green Mountain hike

(Continued from Page 4C) The Society for the Preservation of New Hampshire Forests maintains a trailhead kiosk and the three well-blazed trails to the summit. The High Watch Trail climbs the mountain from the west, and the Libby and Dearborn trails from the east.

All are moderate hikes that climb steadily to the summit.

The High Watch trail follows the old jeep trail used by the forest fire warden, climbing steadily. At the point where the warden used to park his vehicle (garage now gone), the road turns to a hiking trail, climbing steadily through mature white pine and over ledges to the summit. The summit is now grown in limiting views from the ground, but there are fine views from

ledges at the adjacent Hanson Top, a secondary summit (1,820-feet elevation). I’d recommend the short side trip to the Hanson Top since you are on the top of the mountain anyway. If you climb Green Mountain, any of the trails are quite doable.

Green Mountain in Carroll County, Effingham, N.H. Difficulty – Moderate Trail distance – 1.6 miles to the summit via High Watch Trail Hiking time – 1¼ hours to the summit via High Watch Trail Elevation – 1,883 feet Vertical gain – 1,143 ft. via High Watch Trail Coordinates – 43° 46’ 5” N 71° 2’ 9” W Topographic Map – USGS

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WagIt Games are fun exercises to get your dog’s tail wagging and help him learn new tricks, skills, and maneuvers. It doesn’t matter if your dog is old, young, big, little, or even disabled — the ALL DOGS, Page 7C

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The Pleasant Mountain Ski Club will be sponsoring the 2016-2017 SAD 61 ski program offering children in grades two to 12 an opportunity to learn to ski. The program will be held at Shawnee Peak Ski Area in Bridgton beginning on Monday, Jan. 9, and will run for six weeks, not including holidays and vacations. Registration for the program will take place in the front lobby of Lake Region High School on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. A parent or guardian must sign all registration and release forms. Children who will need to rent equipment will be fitted at this time — please have ready and provide the child’s height, weight, and shoe size.

The cost of registration will be $25 per student, up to a maximum of $60 per family until Nov. 30. After Nov. 30, the registration fee for children in grades two through 12 will be $35 per student with no family discounts. No registrations will be accepted after Dec. 10. Scholarships are available for children (in grades two through five) of low-income families who would not otherwise be able to participate in the program. These are limited to covering the cost of the ski ticket and will be awarded to students that apply during registration on Nov. 5.

Prepaying for the program’s ski ticket is encouraged. The cost for the six-week ticket is $84 or $204 for a ticket and rental equipment (including $6 for a helmet). Or, participants may pay as they go with a ticket price of $16 per week and equipment rentals for $23 per week (includes $7 for a helmet).

The program is also seeking volunteers with a range of skills, including skiers, snowboarders and nonskiers. Please consider giving just one afternoon a week to the program.

People interested in helping should sign up on the volunteer SKI REGISTRATION, Page 6C

Freedom 7.5-minute quad Directions — To the High Watch trailhead — Take Green Mountain Road from Route 25 in Effingham Falls, turn left onto High Watch Road at the small “Fire Tower” sign. Pass the large Lakeview Rehabilitation Facility on the right and just beyond the road ends and there is parking. The trailhead is on the right.

To the Dearborn trailhead — Take Route 16 North to Route 153. Take Route 153 North to Lord’s Hill in Effingham and at the sharp corner turn left onto Hobbs Road at the Normal House sign. Hobbs Road is dirt. The parking lot is on the right, and the trailhead is at the back of the parking lot.

To the Libby trailhead — Take Green Mountain Road from Route 25 in Effingham Falls. Bear left onto Champion Road, and left again onto Libby Road at the small fire tower sign. The road is rough dirt. Trailhead is at the top of the hill on the left.

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side and inspire their students. Each lesson includes connections to math, literacy, movement, art, and health

and promotes hands-on science, discovery and investigation.

Preregistration for the workshop is required and may be done online at maineaudubon.org. More information may also be obtained by e-mailing Alanna Doughty at alanna@leamaine.org or by calling LEA at 647-8580.

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What’s in your trash cans?

TRASH TALK — Katrina Venheizen of ecomaine recently visited Stevens Brook Elementary School to talk about what trash is going into cans and what can be recycled.

The visit was arranged by Maureen McDevitt, who is chairman of the Bridgton Recycling Committee.

Is it possible for an audit to be fun?

The students of Stevens Brook Elementary School seemed to enjoy the experience when Katrina Venhuizen of ecomaine conducted a “trash audit” on Friday, Oct. 21, for an assembly at SBES. Donning rubber gloves and wielding barbecue tongs, students from kindergarten through grade 5 sorted 21 pounds of trash into a “waste hierarchy” of items that could be reused, recycled or composted. The leftover real trash is usable as waste-toenergy producing electricity.

A certain portion of the trash, the remnants of incineration, must be landfilled.

The few minutes of sorting accomplished by each of

the three sessions of students produced some surprising results. Well over half of the weight of the trash consisted of recyclables, and only 20% was real trash. Over 15% could have been composted with less than 10% reusable.

The informative exercise engaged students with Venhuizen displaying a variety of items made from recyclables: pencils from paper; a T-shirt, sweater, Frisbee, sunglasses and shopping bag from plastic; a water bottle from aluminum cans.

Crushable plastic such as that used for bags is not recyclable at ecomaine, however, Shaw’s, Hannaford, Target and Walmart do take plastic bags for recycling.

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Zoe’s view: Life in a small town

By Zoe Silvia BN Intern The most beautiful part of living in a small town is the friendliness of the surrounding community.

People know each other.

Whether it’s your neighbors from down the street or the

man that you always see in the diner every Sunday morning, you know them.

Fall and winter are the best times of the year to spend the day in downtown Bridgton.

This past Friday, I saw two to three people I knew while I was downtown for just three

Adult Ed selected

Hannaford has chosen Lake Region and Fryeburg Area Adult Education for the “Hannaford Helps” reusable bag program for the month of November.

Buy the blue “Create a Little Karma” reusable bag at Hannaford in Bridgton during the month of November and $1 will go toward the Adult Ed scholarship fund. What an easy way to support Lake Region and Fryeburg Area Adult Ed! For more information, go to www.hannaford.bags4mycause. com

Ski registration date

(Continued from Page 5C) sheet during registration or call the volunteer ski coordinator, Sandy Swett, at 647-3384. Potential volunteers can also contact Katherine Ross at 523-0373, Trish Shaw at 7872939/671-4411, Sue Fleck at 310-1544, or Eileen Tidd at 627-4523, or visit www.Pleasantmountainskiclub.org and like them on Facebook.

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Senior Taylor Bass of Bridgton has been selected as the area Lions Clubs’ “Student of the Month” for October.

Each month, area Lions Clubs recognize a Lake Region High School senior who has excelled academically. The recipient is honored at a Lions’ dinner meeting and is presented a monetary award.

Parents: Melissa and Jon Richardson, and Kevin Bass.

Siblings: Aden Richardson, Bryce Richardson and Brennan Bass Activities: All StateSkazz Band, Student Cabinet, Student Council, Softball, Skazz, District II, Drama and National Honor Society.

Community activities: Volunteering with sports groups, reading to young children, and participating in several parades and events musically.

Hobbies: Reading, singing, playing music and spending time with my family and friends.

Future plans: I would like to get my medical degree and volunteer in developing countries and provide relief in disasters around the world.

Schools that you have or will apply to: New York University, Tufts, Boston University, Hofstra University, Pace University, Columbia University, St. Joseph’s College and

their first breakfast dates and older couples drinking their morning coffee. There are no tourists around, and the brightly-colored leaves, and snow in the winter, fall past the window. The shops become less populated and feel more welcoming to the residents. People stop traveling to visit relatives quiet, and it feels like home.

Residents donate as much and stay put instead, preparWhen tragedy strikes in as they can to families, who ing for the next few months Bridgton, many people do have experienced a fire, a of cold. The town is safe and as much as they can to help.

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What is your favorite class and why? I enjoy my music academy class because it allows me to do the thing I love and also allows self-expression.

What is your toughest class and why? I would say my toughest class is physics due to the fact that it challenges me to think in a new way and requires equations.

How do you balance your class work and your extracurricular activities?

I give myself a schedule at the beginning of each day to help me plan. I also use my lunch and acceleration block time to work on class work, as well.

What is the biggest challenge high school students face today? I believe the biggest challenge high school students face today is finding themselves in a world that is constantly changing.

Who has inspired you educationally, and why?

Mrs. Kantro is the person who has inspired me educationally. She not only taught me to educate myself for my own benefit, but challenged me to think deeper and ask questions.

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hours. I had conversations with each of them, discussed school and college searches, and promised them that I would say “hi” to my mom for them.

Every time we go to the grocery store or out to dinner, we exchange greetings with an old friend. Living in such a close-knit community gives people a sense of camaraderie that you could not get from living in a city. The small parks full of foliage are so beautiful and having nearly every street lined with hundreds of colorful trees are so unique to small towns. The people here can sometimes take it for granted, but the annual leaf peepers are always in for a show.

Once the tourists go home and the school year begins, businesses begin to close down and we Bridgton residents are left to fight the bitter cold of winter. Few stores are open past 6 p.m., and many restaurants close early. If you go to one of the diners in the morning, you can find moms with their youngest children having

Lions’ Student of the Month

Onyx…

“I was surrendered to the shelter due to ‘allergies.’ I’m around 4 years old. I seem to be a little uncertain about life here…I want attention but I don’t like to be picked up. I also do not seem to like other cats here…but that may be different in a home with lots of space. I would probably like a home where I can wander and hang out in a windowsill without too much attention.” Visit our website to see other cats and dogs waiting for a new home! www.harvest-hills.org

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Zoe’s view of small town living

(Continued from Page 6C) robbery, health problems, or the recent death of a family member. Fundraisers are started and items are dropped off to help rebuild a family’s life after events like these. Where I came from in Florida, it’s rare to have seen something like that happen for someone.

There was far too much happening in a highly-populated area to even notice when such a misfortune takes place.

That’s another amazing thing about living in a small town; nothing goes unnoticed, and almost everything is acted

upon.

The community really comes together for things like fundraisers at the elementary school, craft fairs, community dinners, and events to support a cause. Stevens Brook Elementary, as well as several individuals, have done many things in support of Kyan Macdonald, such as a bottle drive, bone marrow donation, and other fundraisers. The Madam I’m Adam 5K is the first of a soon-to-be annual event on Saturday, Oct. 22 and is a fundraiser for a scholarship in Adam Perron’s memory.

The money raised from the 5K will all be donated to the scholarship, which will help give local students a chance to further their education. Adam would have liked that. I can only imagine how many people in Bridgton will be attending to support the cause.

I expect to see many people I know at the Holly Berry Fair on Nov. 5, as well, seeing that is a large event in the com-

munity.

Wintertime is when you can really get the small town feel of Bridgton. Decorations are up for the winter holidays, and there are many community events to attend.

Dinners to raise money, craft fairs, the Musher’s Bowl, the annual Christmas parade, and the candlelit stroll down Main Street. The candlelight stroll is one of the most beautiful

events to take place downtown. Everyone attending is trudging down the street with candles, singing songs, drinking hot chocolate, and if they’re lucky, staring up at the falling snow. The winter is almost magical here in Bridgton. Walking down the sidewalks at night, looking at all of the string lights and the snowflake lights on lampposts makes you feel like you’re living in a fantasy. It’s cold, it’s snowy, and you will always see somebody you know bundled up in the store, feeling

nearly as cold inside as they did outside. It’s incredible to walk along a snowy street, seeing nothing but lights and happy people.

As the colder months approach, I look forward to sharing special moments, attending fundraisers and fairs, community suppers, and participating in the local events with friends here in the extraordinary town of Bridgton.

Zoe Silvia of Bridgton is a junior at Baxter Academy for Technology and Science in Portland.

SBES trash talk

(Continued from Page 6C) Bridgton’s children are “in the know” when it comes to recycling. Perhaps they will lead the way to a higher recycling rate for Bridgton?

This week’s game solutions

BEAUTIFUL SCENERY is what makes living in the Lake Region a special place.

(Photo by Zoe Silvia)

All Dogs Sports Night planned (Continued from Page 5C) exercises can be modified so every pup can achieve success. WagIt Games are categorized by level and focus on a wide variety of skills so you can keep progressing and perhaps even start competing and earning titles with your dog.

The demonstration will introduce new skills and will allow you the opportunity to try them out with your dog.

Agility will also be demonstrated and the equipment will be set up for you

and your dog to try the course. Maybe your mutt will exhibit a hidden mastery for tunneling or weaving around poles.

Your canine pal will also be able to try NoseWorks with methods used to train many search, rescue, and detection dogs. Any dog can do it and most of them absolutely love it. Many shelters use agility and sniffing exercises to help dogs gain confidence, come out of their shells, and improve their interactions with humans.

So — make a date with your BFF (best furry friend) and go out for a free night of doggy fun and games. Be sure to bring plenty of your pup’s favorite small treats for rewards and also bring a leash (no retractable leashes, please).

Full classes will be starting in November. For more information please check out the Telling Tails website at www.tellingtailstraining.com or contact Robin Crocker, 642-3693, or at yellowsnowdoggear@roadrunner.com

Area news

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One on One with...

Cyndi Broyer

(Continued from Page 1A) Callaghan, 6 Who Care highlights the exceptional people of Maine, men and women who make a difference in the lives of others. Each winner selects a nonprofit organization to which TD Bank and Dead River Company make a grant on their behalf. Cyndi elected to split the award between Dinner Bell North and Mother Seton House.

“I especially thank my friends, the members of the working Board of Mother Seton House, for all they have done to make this dream come true,” Cyndi said at the ceremony.

“Marion Edelman Wright said, ‘If you don’t like the way the world is, you have an obligation to change it. Just do it one step at a time.’ That’s what the volunteers and supporters of Mother Seton House have done, and continue to do, each and every day.”

The News reached out this week to Cyndi for her reaction to receiving the award, as well as some thoughts about the growth and development of the Mother Seton House Project: BN. How did you feel about receiving the Mary Rines Thompson Award?

Cyndi: I was humbled and a bit embarrassed. The work accomplished at Mother Seton House has always been a group effort. I prefer to volunteer under the radar.

BN. How were you nominated for this honor?

Cyndi: My dear friends, the Board of Directors, nominated me. If you have ever read our newsletter, then you know they are great writers. I’m not surprised they were able to convince the panel.

BN. When did you get involved with the Mother Seton House project, and what lured you to it?

Cyndi: We began the work in 2007. I had thought for a Who We Are Mother Seton House in Fryeburg is a nonprofit home for pregnant women in difficult circumstances. MSH’s goal is to provide education, counseling, referrals, and physical, emotional and spiritual support in a caring community. Mother Seton House, Inc., welcomes all women regardless of their race, color, religion or national origin.

Mother Seton House has free housing and support for pregnant women and new mothers in need. Single pregnant women, or single women with one child under the age of one, are eligible. Women are invited to live in community in our house in Fryeburg, at no cost, throughout the pregnancy and until the baby’s first birthday. Applicants should leave a message with contact information at 207-935-1066 or e-mail at info@mothersetonhouse.com.

How to Help • Donate: www.mothersetonhouse.com can make a donation through Paypal or First Giving.

• Or, sign up for AmazonSmile. It is a simple and automatic way to support Mother Seton House every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same shopping experience as Amazon. com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate .5% of your purchase price to Mother Seton House. Simply go to smile.amazon.com from the web browser on your computer or mobile device; select Mother Seton House, Inc., in Fryeburg as your charity.

• Or, send donations to: Mother Seton House, P.O. Box 673, Fryeburg, ME 04037.

How to Inquire If a young mom needs help, how do they make contact?

Call 207-935-1066 and leave a clear message, or write to MSH on its website or message on the MSH Facebook page.

2016 Board of Directors Cyndi Broyer, Director Rick Luksa, Chairman of the Board Sue Perry, Treasurer David Cianciolo, Secretary Gene Bourgue, Building Committe Chairman Claudia Everett Bonnie Marsh Alan Broyer Jane Lounsbury

long time about women who were in difficult circumstances and pregnant, but chose to give birth anyway. I wanted to provide them with the support they needed once they made that decision.

BN. As director, what is your specific role and how long have you been the director?

Cyndi: The role involves coordinating the activities at the house, interviewing potential guests, training and coordinating volunteers, fundraising and building friendships and support with community members and organizations.

BN. How did the Mother Seton House start?

Cyndi: It started with a vision, out of the windows at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic church in Fryeburg, of a home for women in need. I belonged to a group called Social Justice and Peace. The members said they would like to help with the project, and we held a meeting inviting members from the parish, including parishioners at St. Joseph Church in Bridgton. We kept having to bring in more chairs, because 40 people came to our original meeting! At the advice of our priest at the time, Father Joseph Daniels, we formed a nonprofit 501(c)3, separate from the church, and expanded to include group members from throughout the communities in western Maine and Mt. Washington Valley.

BN. What were the early challenges MSH faced?

Cyndi: Well, we were just an idea, and we had to ask for donations from friends and family. I am still in awe of the faith folks had in our vision to give us their money.

BN. How has it grown over the past few years and how many young women has MSH helped?

Cyndi: It has grown to include a house, which we own debt-free, with a mailing list of supporters of over 750 people. We are supported by groups as far away at Ossipee, N.H., and Biddeford, Maine. We have had guests live with us from as far away as Westbrook, Biddeford and Patten, Maine. Eleven women have lived with us since the house opened two years ago. We also serve women who call asking for help with material needs, such as diapers and clothes. We hold distributions of free diapers, clothes, baby equipment, books, toys and food a few times a year, reaching over 100 women.

BN. What services does MSH provide?

Cyndi: The most important thing we provide is a loving a home — a safe haven for women as they prepare to give birth and nurture their newborns, a place of comfort and learning and growing. Up to four women can live as guests at the house, under the guidance of a team of volunteer resident managers, whose mission is to promote healthy communal living in a supportive, loving atmosphere.

This safe, secure environment provides women with a chance to build confidence and acquire the skills needed to break the cycle of poverty.

Each guest is given a mentor who helps her set goals, and helps her work toward achieving them. We help moms learn about cooking, nutrition, baby care, child development, budgeting, housekeeping, anything moms tell us they want to learn.

BN. Did the general public understand this need existed, and what has been the public’s response?

Cyndi: I think people were surprised to learn that there were pregnant women who were living in substandard housing, overcrowded trailers, couch surfing or homeless in our towns. The response has been overwhelming. Every day, my car has donations in it, every week the Mother Seton House post office box has donations.

BN. For you, what have been the biggest personal rewards being involved in this effort?

Cyndi: For me, it is the growth of the moms — their increased confidence, their growing belief in themselves as people who matter, who count. So many young women grow up hearing they will never amount to anything, that

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they aren’t valued. Moms who live as guests with us always remark that they have never felt so loved and supported as they have living at Mother Seton House. The house managers, who provide 24-hour volunteer coverage at the house, work hard to build supportive relationships with the moms.

One mom recently wrote saying, “(The house managers) were so loving, helpful, compassionate, kind and openhearted.” I am so proud that we are able to provide a safe and loving home where babies can get the good start they deserve.

BN. Why has MSH been so successful?

Cyndi: We have kept our mission simple, and moved forward in faith. God is most certainly in this work.

BN. Years ago, women giving birth outside of marriage carried a societal stigma. Does it still exist, or are there more serious issues young moms are facing?

Cyndi: We really avoid the term “unwed mother.” Many professional women and women in stable healthy relationships give birth outside of marriage. It has become an accepted norm in most families.

The most serious issue moms face is housing. Second to that is poverty, with lack supportive network coming in third.

The State of Maine has many excellent supports in place to help moms through the initial tough period, and to support them in education and career growth so that they can support themselves.

Finding childcare for infants in our small community is a huge challenge.

Some guests have struggles with learning disabilities, mental health issues and/or addiction to drugs or alcohol.

BN. Since October is also domestic violence awareness month, have there been young mothers MSH has helped who were facing safety issues? And if so, how does MSH go about addressing these situations?

Cyndi: We have not worked with moms in active, unsafe domestic abuse situation. We have had guests come to us referred from domestic abuse shelters.

BN. Any particular “feel good” story you can share about MSH? Cyndi: I have hundreds. Let’s celebrate one of the first moms we worked with, before we had a house, a mom who needed only a small amount of encouragement, who has earned her associate’s degree, an award for her work in an after-school program, who is two classes away form her bachelor’s degree, with her eyes on a master’s degree. She also purchased her own home! She says we were part of her success. I say it has been an honor and a pleasure to walk with her and watch her grow.

Rotary Club’s Good Citizen

Katelyn Sullivan of Naples has been selected as the Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club’s “Citizen of the Month” for October.

Each month, the Rotary Club recognizes a Lake Region High School student who displays good citizenship and contributes to the school community.

Katelyn is a 17-yearold senior at Lake Region High School. In her spare time, she enjoys taking dance classes at CenterStage Dance Studio.

She is an active member of the Interact Club. Last April, she traveled to the Dominican Republic to help the Rotary Club install clean water systems in some of the schools.

Katelyn Sullivan She hopes to go to college and major in dance and psychology so she can become a dance therapist.

Katelyn is the daughter of Kim and Brian Sullivan.

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Opinion & Comment

October 27, 2016, The Bridgton News, Page 1D

Small World

by Henry Precht BN Columnist

Undertaking a modern odyssey

Remember when men wore a coat and tie to fly on an aircraft and women outfitted themselves in similar dress-up? The raised hands among you show that one doesn’t have to be too advanced in years to recall those formal ventures.

And remember when eating on a plane or a train was a special treat? And the staff treated you with particular courtesies and regard? Alas, those attractions faded some time ago and, depending where you hail from, they have disappeared completely.

My wife and I are just back from a flight across the Atlantic — to Portugal and Spain to be exact — from our non-summer home in Maryland. It was a journey that easily outclassed my parents’ and their relatives’ time in the air (0 hours) but not Marian’s, whose father was a jet fighter pilot. It was, despite a few moments of all-too-frequent modern stress, all in all, a pleasant experience.

As I don’t know how many more such jaunts we will be taking, I will generously share the secret of our aristocrat-like travel. Robust readers, please do not abuse my confidence by wearing out the welcome I will now describe.

The secret is to take a wheelchair. Someone else gave me the idea; I am not imaginative enough to think it up myself.

We (my wife and I) qualified without a lot of bureaucratic probing because of our advanced years, although I could probably cross the line of acceptance with my two tin knees and a bunch of blood clots in my lungs. And I suppose the airline’s readiness to respond to our needs may have had a bit to do with the fact that Lufthansa may have felt sympathy for an aged Teuton — at least if my Germanic family name still means something in the old country.

The upshot was we were hand-wheeled or driven in electric vehicles over the great distances of today’s airports. Only in the beginning at Dulles airport in Virginia did we have to wait an extended time (30 minutes) for the certified wheelchair personnel to arrive. In the four European terminals we visited the men and women assistants were eager to assure our comfort — insisting, first, that, having signed up for the service, we use it and, second, that we not leave before the appointed jaunt had been completed. (When, in Lisbon, I insisted we could collect our own baggage, the helper took revenge by requiring the completion of several forms absolving him of responsibility if we stumbled.)

The adventure — which made me think I was a Renaissance monarch riding around in a sedan chair borne by courtiers — came to an end upon our return to Dulles. There, the assistance ODYSSEY, Page 8D

Letters Canary in the mine?

To The Editor: For the first time since it was installed by Snow Excavation in 1991, our dug well has gone dry.

It is one of eleven wells that Poland Spring/Nestlé Waters has been monitoring since they purchased the abutting Cold Spring Property in Denmark, Maine, and established a well head from which water is pumped via an underground pipeline to an extraction facility located along Route 302 in Fryeburg. Granted, we are currently experiencing drought and several local homeowners’ wells have “gone dry,” however, our well remained steadfast even during the region’s last serious drought from 1999 to 2002, which was “the driest period of hydrologic drought in more than 50 years of record in Maine.” (Source: pubs.usgs.gov)

Is our well a canary in the coal mine? Does it matter that Poland Spring/Nestlé Waters has recently ceased their domestic well monitoring, despite the fact that their permit with the Town of Denmark allows them to extract water from the Cold Spring Property at a rate of “300 gallons per minute, or an aggregate daily total not to exceed 432,000 gallons in any one day, or an aggregate annual total not to exceed 105,100,000 gallons in any given 365 day period”?

(Source: denmarkmaine.org) Does the fact that Poland Spring/Nestlé Waters continues to extract and export water from our region, despite the USDA recently declaring five counties in southern Maine a “disaster” (Source: News Center WCSH 6) due to the drought and making loans available to those negatively impacted by it, make economic sense? More importantly, does it make social sense?

Perhaps this is nature’s way of telling us to pay attention and become more activated regarding our dependence on this most precious natural resource? The permit between Poland Spring/

MAKING A STOP TO TAKE IN THE VIEW — During his recent travels, S. Peter Lewis of Bridgton made a stop and snapped this scenic, fall foliage photo of the Little White Church in Eaton, N.H.

Girl with a grey sweatshirt Views from the Uppermost House

by S. Peter Lewis BN Columnist On a recent autumn day, as I worked to get the last few outdoor chores done before we were plunged into another Maine winter, I was scraping old dry caulk from the window frame in the door that leads to the back yard when my 23-year-old daughter, Amanda, darted past me on some errand.

My daughter is a living stream of consciousness who never seems to stop moving or thinking or being clever; she is an energized bit of cheery momentum, like a butterfly, but with a better sense of direction.

Seeing the open window as she whisked by, she seized the opportunity to be spontaneously entertaining, stepped behind Nestlé Waters N.A., Inc. and the Town of Denmark is up for amendment/renewal in 2017 and I, for one, believe it behooves us as citizens to renegotiate the terms of an extension of permit, rather than rubber-stamping its renewal.

A public hearing to address the Poland Springs Water Extrication Application is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 15, at the Denmark Town Office. I urge all concerned Denmark residents to attend.

Laurie LaMountain Denmark, Maine

Fly in the ointment

To The Editor: This upcoming election for president of the United States will have serious implications for our environment.

Hillary Clinton asserts that she is an environmentalist; however, her actions don’t support that.

Environmentalism is, essentially, “saving things.” In this

THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! — Muffett Crowell received a plaque from the American Legion Post 139 of Harrison for her support of its programs. Over 50 people attended this “Veteran Appreciate Night” held at the Olde Mill Tavern on Monday, Oct. 17. Making the presentation were Commander Steve Wentworth (left) and Vice Commander Jeremy Wentworth. (Photo Cynthia Wentworth)

case, we want to preserve our physical environment for future generations. Each day, we lose 8,700 acres to development, to roads, schools, shopping malls, etc. This increases land cost, and reduces farming, and will make it more difficult to provide food for our consumption.

The loss of land is a result of our runaway population growth.

Our population currently stands at 324,755,526, according to the Census Bureau Population Clock.

What is of concern is that 88% of our population growth, according to the Pew Research Center, comes from immigration, both legal and illegal.

On a personal note, my wife and I have been tending our 73 acres for 21 years and have been good stewards of the land, having several years ago put our land into conservancy easement, thus preserving it, the way it is, for the future.

From my personal involvement and by keeping up with local, state, and national environmental issues, I can see, as I mentioned, the implications of this election.

“Clinton has vowed to cut U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by as much as 30 percent below 2005 levels by 2025, and 80 percent by mid-century. She’s also pledged to cut U.S. oil consumption by a third, ensure that half a billion solar panels will be installed by 2020, and carry out a ten-fold increase in renewable energy production on public lands. On top of that, she aims to provide $60 billion to state and city officials through a ‘clean energy challenge fund’ so they can reduce their carbon output and enhance their resilience to climate impacts, along with another $30 billion to struggling coal communities (“The Hillary Clinton Environmental Scorecard,” Oct. 17, 2016, www. outsideonline.com).”

This may sound good — very, very good — and very attractive to environmentalists, but there’s a serious fly in the ointment. That fly is immigration.

It is impossible to reconcile these goals with Clinton’s positions on immigration. She wants open borders, has recently said she wants to increase the number of refugees coming into the country by 550 percent and, as previously mentioned, 88 percent of our population growth comes from immigration. There is no way to stay ahead of population growth and achieve her lofty environmental goals.

What about Trump? He has stated repeatedly that climate change is a “hoax,” but, is that all?

No! Trump wants to reduce

the pane-less frame, blurted out, “Cool, it’s like a portrait,” turned toward me and struck a deep and thoughtful pose. I had an el-cheapo point-and-shoot camera in the next room, so I said, “Don’t move,” dropped my putty knife, ran over and grabbed the camera, ran back to Amanda (turning the camera on as I dodged cats), stopped, composed both myself and the image, took the shot, and that was it. Amanda disappeared in a puff of laughter and enthusiasm; I shoved the camera in my back pocket, reached down and took up my putty knife, and began scraping anew. The whole drama took about 30 seconds, and I forgot all about the photo until the next day.

When I saw the image, I was astonished. The glossy black frame of the door ajar at just the perfect angle, here gleaming with silver highlights, there black as night. The golden-orange edge of the raw wood on the inside where the old glass used to be. My daughter from the waist up suddenly filling the empty window, confident, mature and a bit mysterious. And all of these serendipitous components bathed in a perfect autumn light filtering down through the October maples.

“Shades of a work by Jan Van Eyck,” a friend remarked upon seeing it, conjuring up the penetrating shadow-and-light portraits of the great Netherlandish painter of the 15th century; SWEATSHIRT, Page 7D

immigration, and he wants them to be legal! Wow! Is that too much to ask? No, it is not.

The planet is not getting any bigger, natural resources are diminishing. Money is only as valuable as what it will bring in the market place. No resources, no life!

Ken Roy Center Lovell

Promised

To The Editor: Wow! What a surprise when we got to where we open our market this past Saturday. The usual place was closed off and we had to set up in the parking lot without any call from the Bridgton Town Office or notice and then someone told us they were putting parking there. We feel not wanted or valued by the Town Fathers. We have tried working with them and meeting with them for two years. After reading the guest column from selectmen in last week’s Bridgton News, I was shocked.

When we were on the Green and heard they were going to fix it, we were asked to move where we have been for the last two years — the first year after the town notified us, we had to wait another year for the grass to grow, and this spring, we had a meeting with the town and were told we would have to wait until 2017 because the grass needed more growth. Anne Krieg, the town’s community development director, even stood up at the meeting and commented that’s where the Market was supposed to be in the planning of the Green with enough space for tents. We measured it out and we can fit there with a little extra room. We are only on the Green for five hours, one day a week, and it means all our customers and children and handicapped people and dogs are safe from traffic.

At our meetings with the town, I spoke to being concerned about people’s safety. We have music and a fun time at Bridgton’s Market. Some people would not come to town on a Saturday and do other shopping or eat out while they are here, if it weren’t for the Market. We offer low-income people a chance to use their EBT cards and get extra harvest bucks for veggies.

A lot of them can walk to us. We even have people as far as New Hampshire visit because they heard about our awesome market.

Most towns are thrilled to have a farmers’ market because it brings business to town. And yes, we only have a few Bridgton members so are the rest of us aliens and not your town’s neighbors?

Many of us have been part of this Market since 1997 and have worked hard to make it as good as it is. We try to bring new members into the Market with products we don’t have to round it out.

As far as traffic, we are in the process of leaving when a lot of the other businesses are opening.

A big “Thank You” to the Methodist Church in Bridgton on Main Street, which is hosting our winter Market starting Nov.12, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. through the winter. Come visit.

Yes, I’m sorry, but I hope the townspeople vote (a referendum question appears on the Nov. 8 Bridgton ballot) to let us be on the (Depot Street) Green, where everyone can be safe.

Helen Ramsdell Denmark

She’s a keeper

To The Editor: I feel we were very fortunate to elect Phyllis Ginzler as our state representative in the last election. We have, therefore, had someone to represent us at every session, which had been greatly lacking in our district. She has always been available to all constituents in her district and is always willing to help solve a problem for anyone who seeks her assistance. She seems to concentrate on her entire district, not just her home area. I find this to be very commendable.

I worked closely with Phyllis when we were both serving on the Bridgton Community Center

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Our next issue, issue number 44, will be the last issue the Bridgton News will publish before the election.

Letters for or against candidates will not be accepted.

Letters concerning political issues (not candidates) may still be published.

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Obituaries

Jean A. Johnstone

Clifford A. Barnes

Aldana M. Olvey

DAMARISCOTTA — Jean Ann Johnstone, 90, of Damariscotta, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016, at the Lincoln Health-Miles campus, after a brief illness.

Jean Ann was born Nov. 7, 1925, in Mars Hill, the daughter of Harold Libby and Alice Libby (Burns).

Jean Ann graduated from Maine Central Institute in Pittsfield, and Eastern Maine General (now Eastern Maine Medical Center), on an accelerated program, with a degree in nursing. She worked as an emergency room nurse at Eastern Maine General, and later at Franklin Memorial Hospital.

She retired from nursing to raise her family, and in later years was a music teacher in the North Anson school system.

Jean Ann was an active member of the Order of Eastern Star, and served as Grand Martha and as district deputy for the Grand Chapter of Maine.

After retiring from teaching, Jean Ann and husband Brad owned and operated the Family Store in Skowhegan, where her pies were legendary.

Jean Ann enjoyed playing her piano and singing, baking, gardening, helping her husband with his many projects, and taking care of her large family, which always was first in her heart.

Jean Ann was a member of Columbia Street Baptist Church in Bangor, and North Waterboro Community Baptist Church, where she was an enthusiastic volunteer in the Clothes Cupboard. Finally, after moving to Damariscotta to live with her daughter Karen, she was a valued and loved member of Damariscotta United Methodist Church.

In 1948, Jean Ann married the love of her life, Bradford W. Johnstone Sr. Jean Ann was predeceased by her husband, Brad; sister, Ruth Hunt; and three grandchildren.

Surviving are her five children, Pam Allen of Auburn, Jan Doughty of Bristol, Conn., Bradford W. Johnstone Jr. of Raymond, Karen Bachelder of Damariscotta, and “the youngest and cutest,” Ellen Sanford of Raymond; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; her brothers, Robert Libby of Dalton, Ill., and Blair Libby of Gulfport, Fla.; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Damariscotta United Methodist Church, 10 Church Street, Damariscotta. Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Strong-Hancock Funeral Home, 612 Main St., Damariscotta.

Condolences, and messages for the family may be expressed by visiting: www.StrongHancock.com Donations in her memory may be made to the Damariscotta United Methodist Church Pet Pantry, P.O. Box 1053, Damariscotta, ME 04543.

WESTBROOK — Clifford A. Barnes, 85, passed away Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016, at his residence with his family at his side.

He was born Jan. 15, 1931, in West Baldwin, the son of Almon and Marion Barnes.

Clifford attended local schools and graduated from Fryeburg Academy. After high school, he served in Korea with the U.S. Army in the Third Infantry Division. After his service to his country, he worked many years as an engineer for New England Telephone.

A longtime resident of Westbrook, he enjoyed canoeing, fishing and hiking up in the Allagash area of Maine.

He is predeceased by a brother, Burleigh Barnes; and a sister, Evelyn Hedges.

Clifford is survived by his wife of 62 years of marriage, Llewella Barnes of Westbrook; a sister, Mildred Nicoletos of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.

A private family graveside service will be held at Brooklawn Memorial Park, 2002 Congress Street, Portland.

Dennett, Craig & Pate, 13 Portland Road, Buxton, (Bar Mills) are entrusted with the services.

The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Animal Refuge League of Westbrook, P.O. Box 336, Westbrook, ME 04098.

KILLEEN, TEXAS — Allie died at her home in Killeen, Texas, on Monday, Oct. 17, 2016.

Born on Sept. 25, 1937, in Cape Elizabeth, to Charles W. Odlin and Marie Bowden Odlin, she attended schools in South Portland, graduating from high school there in 1955.

She traveled extensively with her career Army husband, making friends worldwide, with whom she remained in contact throughout her life, which was lived joyfully and filled with her delightful humor. She will be dearly missed.

She was predeceased by her husband, David B. Olvey, U.S. Army retired; and four brothers, Clifford Odlin of Upper Darby, Pa., Charles Odlin of Hiram, Arthur Odlin of South Portland and Douglas Dufor of Windham.

She is survived by three sons, Clinton Kennedy, Douglas Olvey and Daniel Olvey, all of Texas; a sister, Claire Randall Odlin of Cape Elizabeth; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins of her large, loving family.

Visitation was held Friday, Oct. 21, at the Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home in Killeen, Texas, with a funeral service following at her husband’s gravesite, Central Texas Veterans Cemetery, Fort Hood, Texas.

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Rita M. Bowman GORHAM — Rita Mae Bowman, 85, formerly of Gardiner and of Gorham, passed peacefully Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016, with her family by her side at the Barron’s Center in Portland.

She was born in Augusta on Oct. 18, 1930, a daughter of Ernest O. and Effie (Bray) Knight.

She married Charles A. Bowman in July of 1949. They had three children, Phil Bowman of Naples, Linda Guidi of Gorham, who passed on Nov. 10, 2009, and Pamela Banker of Gorham.

She worked at Sebago Inc. as a hand stitcher for many years. Rita was an avid bingo player. She loved spending time with her family, knitting and crocheting and traveling in her later years.

She is also survived by her bother, Eugene Knight of Portland; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.

She was predeceased by a grandchild; and her husband Charles, in 1998.

Visiting hours were held Wednesday, Oct. 19, at Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner. Graveside services followed the visitation at the Litchfield Plains Cemetery In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Barron Center, BC 11, 1145 Brighton Ave., Portland, ME 04102.

Connie Boschert – Celebration of Life Friday, Nov. 4 2016 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Two Black Dogs Restaurant Fryeburg, Maine The family of Connie Boschert invites you to attend a celebration of life to honor her and the many contributions to our community.

The event will be an open house with an opportunity to share memories. Food, Drink, and Birthday Cake will be served.

Jayne E. Himes PORTLAND — Jayne Elizabeth Himes, 45, of Harrison, passed away Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016, at Maine Medical Center.

She was born in Wellsboro, Penn., on Oct. 7, 1971, the daughter of William and Sally (Lindquist) Grega.

Jayne graduated from Wellsboro High School. She then attended and graduated from Old Dominion College with a B.A. degree, and later from Mansfield University with a B.A. degree.

She worked as a corporate accountant for a short time and, most recently, she owned and operated a horse rescue business. Horse rescuing made her a lot of friends who had assisted Jayne, or started their own. She had also done substitute teaching in the Oxford Hills. She was a member and supporter of the Animal Rescue League and will be remembered for her infectious smile.

Besides rescuing horses, Jayne also loved doing cake design and spending time with her dog, “Paddy.”

She had lived in Harrison for three and a half years, coming from Yarmouth.

Surviving are a son, Roman Himes of Tucson, Ariz.; a daughter, Rhianon Himes of Harrison; her partner, Joshua May of Harrison; her mother of Wellsboro, Penn.; three brothers, Bill Grega of Mansfield, Penn., Rob Grega of N.J., and Paul Grega of Ariz.

A celebration of her life will be held from 12 noon to 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 29, at Oxford Hills Funeral Service, 1037 Main Street, Oxford. If desired, donations may be made in her memory to Responsible Pet Care, P.O. Box 82, Norway, ME 04268. Condolences can be expressed at www.oxfordhillsfuneralservices.com

WESTBROOK — Linwood “Woody” H. Bailey, 82, of Westbrook, passed away peacefully Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016, at the Veterans Hospice unit at Togus in Augusta after a long courageous battle with cancer.

He was born in Portland, June 15, 1934, the only son of Harold and Hilda (Burns) Bailey. Lin attended Portland schools and graduated Portland High School in 1952. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and proudly served from January 1953 to November 1954. He later became an active member of the PHS reunion committee.

He retired from Portland Gas Co. after 20 years of service, and was Yerxa’s service manager from 1975 to 1984. He was a landlord with properties in Westbrook and South Portland.

Lin’s favorite activities were outdoors, where he enjoyed many hours of boating and fishing at his camp at Panther Pond. He was a truck and motorcycle guy and was always ready for a bike or road trip. Travel was a regular activity and he never let health problems deter him.

Lin was always ready to lend a hand. He was the one to call for repairs, remodeling, wiring, plumbing, moving or erecting a backyard jungle gym.

Friday mornings, he met friends Art Hatt and Elwyn Rogers for breakfast and then he was off to the South Portland community center to play cribbage.

Lin was a devoted father, grandfather, companion and friend.

Lin is survived by his four sons and their families: Ronald Bailey of Westbrook, Keith Bailey of Raleigh N.C., Paul Bailey of Windham and Scott Bailey of Naples, as well as their mother, Joyce Bailey of Portland. He also is survived by three grandchildren; Lin’s partner of 31 years, Susan White of South Portland; and his first great-granddaughter, who is due to arrive November 2016.

He was predeceased by his great-grandson.

Per Lin’s request, a private graveside service was held at Brooklawn Memorial Park on Wednesday, Oct. 26.

If you would like to remember Linwood in some way, the family asks that you make a donation in his name to the Togus Veterans Hospital in Augusta.

Brenda G. Rand Portland — Brenda Grace Rand, 65, of Oxford, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016 at Maine Medical Center.

She was born in North Conway, N.H. on Oct. 8, 1951, a daughter of Alton and Grace Marie (Dixon) Potwin. She attended Fryeburg schools and Fryeburg Academy, and graduated from Oxford Hills High School in 1970.

Brenda worked for many years at Cornwall Wood Products and also at National Wood Products for a time. She had lived in Oxford for 35 years coming there from West Paris, and was a member of the Hebron Community Baptist Church.

She is predeceased by her husband, Paul M. Rand, who died on Oct. 24, 1996; a son, Charlie Connell; and her parents.

Brenda leaves behind four daughters, Angela Connell of South Paris, Belinda Geoffroy of Lewiston, Alanna Rand of Oxford and Alenna James of Lewiston; two sons, Bill Connell of Dover, N.H. and Chet Connell, II of West Paris; a brother, Alan Potwin of Fryeburg; a sister, Elaine Potwin of Fryeburg; two stepdaughters, Patricia Verrill of West Paris and Marie Rand of Norway; a stepson, John Rand of Nevada; and seven grandchildren.

A funeral service was held at Monday, Oct. 24, 2016 at the Hebron Community Baptist Church in Hebron. Private burial will be at Stuarts Corner Cemetery, Harrison.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hebron Community Baptist Church, PO Box 302, Hebron, ME 04238, or to the Maine Kidney Foundation, 470 Forest Ave., Portland, ME 04101.

Arrangements are in the care of Oxford Hills Funeral Services, 1037 Main Street, Oxford.

A Celebration of Life Gathering for Bruce W. Mishoe will be held at

White Spirit’s home, 192 No. High St., Bridgton, on Sat., Nov. 5th at 2 p.m. All friends welcome.

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ALFRED — Jane Hastings Folsom, 88, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2016 at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough.

Jane was born in Fryeburg on June 25, 1928, the daughter of Hugh Warren and Martha (Fifield) Hastings.

She was educated in the Fryeburg school system, graduating from Fryeburg Academy in 1945. While at the Academy, Jane was a very fun-loving young lady and she was very active in sports. After graduating from Fryeburg Academy, Jane attended the University of Maine at Orono, where she met the love of her life, John Folsom. John played his trumpet every weekend so he could earn enough money to buy Jane’s engagement ring. Now, that’s true love!

Jane graduated in 1949 with a dietitian degree, and she and John soon became engaged; they were married in Fryeburg on Oct. 23, 1949. After their honeymoon at Grampa Hastings camp at Kezar Pond in Fryeburg, they moved first to Springvale and then to Alfred, where they raised their family. Jane and John shared a great love story; one of devotion, trust, adventure and unconditional love.

Jane was a very generous and loving mother. She was a true homemaker in every sense of the word; a woman who loved to bake cookies, moist and abundant pans of brownies and taught many life lessons throughout her day. She was their confidant and would listen to them as only a mother could. With her guidance and a “good dose of reality” all of her children aspired to become loving and caring adults.

Jane loved the Maine winters and downhill skiing, whether it was at Pleasant Mountain or traveling up to the family condo at Sugarloaf.

Many happy memories were made from those weekend trips with her children and grandchildren. Jane loved entertaining at her home in Alfred and was known to go out for a swim in her pool late at night!

She never lost that childlike sense of adventure!

Jane and John would have celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016. It brings her family great comfort knowing they are back together again, perhaps dancing arm-and-arm to big band music. Jane possessed the qualities of being the traditional matriarch of her ever-growing family. She will be dearly loved and missed by her family and many friends within her community.

Survivors include her two sons, John Folsom II and James Folsom of Alfred; her eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; her sister, Mary Dumas of Alfred; and her brother, Peter Hastings of Fryeburg.

A celebration of Jane’s life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016 at 3 p.m. at the Curtis Lake Christian Church, 38 Westview Drive, in Sanford.

To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit www.autumngreenfuneralhome.com The Autumn Green is respectfully handling arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Hospice of Southern Maine, 180 US Route One, Suite 1, Scarborough, ME 04074.

Maria E. Champagne, 76, of Bridgton, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2016 in Auburn.

Maria was born on Jan. 1, 1940 in Refugio, Texas. She was involved with the Bridgton Women’s Guild, Boo Boo Bears, St. Joseph Catholic Church, and the Bridgton Food Pantry.

In addition to her passion for her family, Maria enjoyed traveling, camping and boating, gardening, knitting and quilting. For many years, Maria worked in the hotel management industry.

Maria was predeceased by her parents, Pedro and Elida Perez; two brothers and three sisters.

Maria is survived by her loving husband, Rosaire Champagne; her daughters, Anna Granger and Cathy Villegas; her stepchildren Bryan Champagne, Lee Ann Barnes and Raymond Champagne; her seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; seven sisters; and other family members.

Services were held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 225 South High Street, Bridgton, on Oct. 24, 2016 at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in memory of Maria E. Champagne be made to: American Heart Association, online at https://donatenow.heart.org or by mail to American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, PO Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005.

Mother Seton House (a nonprofit home for pregnant women in difficult circumstances), online at: http://www.mothersetonhouse.com, or by mail to Mother Seton House, Inc., PO Box 673, Fryeburg, ME 04037.

Please request that a card acknowledging the gift be sent to: Anna Granger, 42 Alexander Road, Brunswick, ME 04011.

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Jane H. Folsom

Maria E. Champagne

Linwood H. Bailey

Bruce W. Mishoe Bruce W. Mishoe, 60, of Bridgton, passed away Friday, Oct. 21, 2016, at his residence with his family at his side.

He was born in Portland on May 29, 1956, a son of Harold O. and Althea (Gray) Mishoe Sr., and graduated from Portland High School.

Bruce was a chef and had worked at Shorelands in Harrison, which was owned and operated by his mother. Later, he worked at the 99 Restaurant in Lewiston.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching NASCAR. He owned a race car that raced at Oxford Plains Speedway.

He had lived in Bridgton for the last five years, moving here from Lewiston.

He leaves behind his three sons, Christopher and his wife, Brianna of Rhode Island, Casey of Farmington, and Spencer and his wife, Samantha of Bangor; a daughter, Lindsey Mishoe of Harrison; his mother of Dayton; two brothers, Richard Nest of Kentucky, and Harold Mishoe Jr. of Dayton; two sisters, Vicki Fortier of Bridgton, and Toni Harmon and her husband, Bruce of Bridgton; and three grandchildren.

There will be a private service at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of Chandler Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, 8 Elm Street, Bridgton. Condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.chandlerfunerals.com

Opinions Donna M. McGonagle BROWNFIELD — Donna M. McGonagle, 61. of Brownfield, went home to Our Lord on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016, unexpectedly of sudden heart failure.

Donna was born in Melrose, Mass., on June 28, 1955. She was the daughter of Alphonse and Glenys Bruno and the oldest of nine children.

She is survived by her husband Paul and their seven children, Patrick and his wife Marina, Timothy, Erin and her husband Scott Rollins, Paul and his wife Allison, Ashlee and her boyfriend Ron Amaral, Nathan and his longtime girlfriend Ann Knudsen, Corey and his wife Ellyn, and a stepdaughter Christina McGonagle. She also leaves behind her mother and father; three brothers, Lawrence Bruno and his wife Debbie, Andrew Bruno and his wife Diana, Russell Bruno and his longtime girlfriend Darlene; five sisters, Christine Bruno, Lori Newell, Patsy Malaney, Julie Bruno, and Monica Foster and her husband Walter. Her sister-inlaw Joanne Knight; brother-in-laws Joseph McGonagle and his wife Jaime, and Frank McGonagle and his wife Donna. Donna was also blessed to have had 16 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Her extended family includes many brothers and sisters from the Church of Christ in Conway, where she was a member for 27 years.

She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She loved life, her family, and always had a smile for everyone. She loved to cook, collect bells and bears from wherever she visited, and had a profound love for QVC, thanks to her sister-in-law Jaime.

Donna worked for the MSAD 72 school district as the head cook in Denmark for 15 years, touching the lives of so many children whom she loved.

At Donna’s request, she was cremated and there will be no services. She wanted to be remembered as she was in life.

There will be a celebration of Donna’s life on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 1 to 5 p.m., at the Conway Church of Christ, in Conway, N.H. Family and friends are all invited.

The family would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Fryeburg Rescue, the Oxford County Sheriff’s Department and Wood Funeral Home for all their help and assistance.

In lieu of flowers, Donna would have loved any donations in her memory made to the Conway Church of Christ, P.O. Box 348, Conway, NH 03818.

Letters

October 27, 2016, The Bridgton News, Page 3D

Edmund G. Hamlin BROWNFIELD — Edmund G. Hamlin, 76, of Brownfield passed away Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2016.

He graduated from Portland High School in 1959 and served in the U.S. Army from 1960 to 1964, stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War setting up communications.

He married Michelle A. Sparre on June 27, 1970, and they enjoyed 46 years of marriage. Edmund had been a commercial deliveryman for Hood’s Dairy Products, a distributor of Wynn’s Automotive Additives, service manager at Sebago Lake Auto and assistant service manager at Rowe Ford in Westbrook.

He enjoyed fishing, canoeing, boating, swimming, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and bird feeding and watching. He was a fan of the New England Patriots and the Boston Red Sox. He loved watching his grandchildren play football, soccer, little league baseball, wrestling and field hockey.

He is survived by his wife, Michelle (Sparre) Hamlin of Brownfield; his children Jayme Smith of Barrington, N.H., Jennifer Plessinger of Brownfield and James E. of San Francisco, Calif.; six grandchildren; his siblings Lorraine H. Brinkert, Peter Hamlin, Raymond Hamlin and R. Louie Hamlin; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, Oct. 27 at 10 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Fryeburg. Visitation was held on Wednesday, Oct. 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 9 Warren Street, Fryeburg. Online condolences may be shared with his family at www.woodfuneralhome.org

Graveside Service Laurna M. Dingley

CASCO — A graveside service for Laurna M. Dingley, who died on Dec. 18, 2015, will be held at 2 p.m. at Murch Cemetery on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2016. A reception will follow at the American Legion Hall in Naples.

Joseph E. Davis

Norris Bennett

There will be a celebration of life for Joe on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2016, at the Lovell Memorial VFW, Smarts Hill Road, Lovell, Maine, at 1:00 p.m.

Family, friends and public welcome.

LOVELL — Norris “Norrie” Bennett, 71, of Lovell, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Oct. 24, 2016.

He was born in Bridgton, on April 19, 1945, to Ralston and Mildred Bennett. He graduated from Fryeburg Academy and was a lifetime resident of North Fryeburg and Lovell. He was the owner of Bennett & Daughter Logging and Excavation for many years. Norris was a man of few words but was always there to help others in time of need. He was loved by many and touched the hearts of all who knew him. One of his favorite remarks was “I’ll flip you for that.” He enjoyed going to his grandchildren’s sporting events, hunting, competitive golf carting and snowmobiling with daughter Lisa, watching animals, and especially his cat Sam, and watching the Red Sox and Patriots games. He enjoyed skiing and mowing his lawn.

Norris is survived by his wife, Roberta (Heath); his son, Rick Libby and wife Kathy; daughter, Lori and husband, Rusty Stacy; daughter Lisa and husband Hopsing Farrington; and son Stephen and wife Lori; his granddaughters, Tessa, Hillary and Nicole; and grandsons, Greg, Michael, Mathew, and Kyle; sister, Meredith Harmon; and nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents, brother-in-law, Wayne Harmon, and nephew, Doug Harmon.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Bennett Garage, 876 Lovell Rd., Lovell, Saturday, Oct. 29, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to Fryeburg Rescue, 89 Bridgton Road, Fryeburg, ME 04037. Arrangements are under the care of Wood Funeral Home, 9 Warren Street, Fryeburg.

Online condolences may be shared with his family at www.woodfuneralhome.org

Bring Rankin back

Vets go cruisin’

To The Editor: Thank You Naples Lions!

I want to thank all the Naples Lions for the wonderful Songo Queen II cruise for veterans and their families. After an inspiring speech and energetic parade, the Lions of Naples gave all veterans and their families a free cruise with a buffet on Monday afternoon. They worked hard preparing and warmly welcoming all on a beautiful, sunny afternoon. Very much appreciated.

Richard Hoeman, USN (retired) Naples

Rigging by the numbers

To The Editor: Voter fraud and rigged elections have been a hot topic in the Trump campaign. Here are examples to prove that these topics have merit: In 2014, Old Dominion University did a study and found that 6.4 percent of all noncitizens voted in the 2008 election. The study concluded this likely gave Minnesota Senator Al Franken, a Democrat, the votes needed to beat Republican Norm Coleman.

Then Sen. Franken provided the vote needed to pass Obamacare without any Republican input.

(Daily Signal)

$4,000 for the library

To The Editor: The Harrison Village Library held their annual benefit golf tournament at the Lake Kezar Country Club in Lovell on Sept.

18. We had another successful turnout and raised over $4,000 for the library. Our sincere thanks to all who were involved in this fundraiser for their support.

We would like to especially acknowledge the efforts of Sarah Bernard, Ed Crowell, Muffett Crowell, and Barry Bernard in organizing this event, and thank the following local businesses for their support: Hole Sponsors: AC Construction, Bear Arms Sporting Goods, Black Dog Arms, Cardinal Printing, Chalmers Insurance, Easy Pay Solutions, ELMS Puzzles, Evergreen Tree & Landscape, Hancock Lumber, Henry’s Concrete, Huntress & Associates P.A., Lake Region Physical Therapy, Macdonald Motors, Northeast Bank, The Olde Mill Tavern, Peter A. Toohey Painting and Restoration, Q.C. Services, R.W. Merrill Electrical Contractor, Robert W. Libby and Sons, Roberts Overhead Door, Ron Smith Builder, Ruby Slippers Café and Bakery, Ten Lakes Chiropractic, The Umbrella

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Putting Contest Sponsor: Cheryl Willey Prize Donors: Valhalla Golf Club, Reny’s, Bridgton Books, Sears (North Conway), Shaw’s (Auburn), Hayes True Value Hardware, Aubuchon Hardware, Firefly Boutique, Clipper Merchant Tea House, Mr. Butcher, Sammy’s Scoops, Dunkin’ Donuts (Bridgton), Hannaford (Bridgton), The Corn Shop Trading Co., TD Bank, BJ’s, Ruby Slippers Bakery & Café, Apo’s Fine Cigars, Norway Savings Bank, Crabapple Barn, Point Sebago, Naples Country Club, Bridgton Highlands, Lake Kezar Country Club, Maple Springs Farm, Black Dog Arms, Greenwood Manor Inn, Summit Spring Water, The Village TieUp, Barry Bernard, Jon Whitney, Amy Gerry, Ed and Muffett Crowell, Debbie and Nick Mozzicato, and Pat Brann.

Jonathan Whitney, president Harrison Village Library Board of Trustees

Green more than a color

To The Editor Fall brings to mind an explosion of colors — fiery reds, golden yellows, and deep oranges.

Summer with its green lawns and shady trees has come and gone.

But green can be a part of our autumn, as well — we just need to think green!

Compost is a rich soil conditioner and you can get a head start on a nice batch of the homemade stuff by mulching and or composting your leaves. And if that’s not your bag, take them to the Bridgton transfer station and they’ll do it. You could use some of them to stuff a scarecrow made from old clothes in your closet or the clothing at the transfer station store! Be sure and compost other spent fall decorations like jacko’-lanterns, cornstalks and mums.

Cool fall days are ideal for painting inside and out. Be sure

and store leftover paint properly. You could also donate it to charities or dispose of it at the Bridgton Transfer Station or Hayes True Value through their recycled paint programs.

When buying cold weather gear and blankets, look for items made from recycled content like recycled plastic bottles. It’s a great way to stay warm and be green. Many plastic shovels are made from recycled plastic. If you’re looking to save a little green, the thrift stores and the Bridgton Transfer Station resale store are great places to look for warm winter jackets.

Replace old insulation with insulation made from recycled paper, blue jeans or glass.

It’s a good idea to check your furnace or heat pump, change the filter or make repairs if needed.

Properly maintained heating systems save money and conserve fuel. Wood pellet bags are no longer able to be recycled, but their size and durability make them a great stand-in for trash bags.

Hopefully these suggestions will help you keep a little green in your life and your wallet!

Kate Fitzcharles Recycling Committee member Town of Bridgton

America

To The Editor: Make America great again.

The colors red, white and blue, Make America shine again.

To our flag, we must be true, Make America proud again.

The land of liberty, Keep America safe again.

It’s up to you and me, Keep America strong again.

Let’s keep her Number 1.

We have to keep the bad ones out, If we want to get the job done.

Many want to come to America, The land of the blessed and free.

But, you shouldn’t come in any old way,

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Those coming in any old way, With them, we don’t want to fight, We’ll welcome them with open arms, But, they’ve got to do it right!

Norma Thorn Bridgton

In need of a spanking

To The Editor: My Dear Friends, Donald J. Trump is no Abraham Lincoln; in fact, President Lincoln would spank this “child.”

What about this randy 14-yearold who would like to take control of America and the world?

He’s delusional. Yes he is.

He’s abrasive. Trump doesn’t care about being liked. Do you want a person like that to represent you and your country?

He takes very bad political positions and has no grip on political reality. Mexico to pay for building a border wall? China to pay tariffs on imports? Are you kidding me?

He hates women and abuses them. Do you love your daughter?

Keep her away from “men” like Little Hands Donnie.

All these things, and this is the very short version of Trump’s negatives, don’t come close to the evil of the last: he’s a FASCIST! His claim that “thousands of Muslims celebrated 9/11 in New Jersey,” his openness to registering all Muslims, his consideration of closing the border to all Muslims and several other questionable positions echo the

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Board of Directors, and I found her to be an extremely intelligent, caring person who exhibited outstanding leadership ability.

It is with great pleasure that I endorse Phyllis Ginzler for reelection. I feel we are very fortunate to be represented by a person of her caliber and abilities.

I would urge everyone to support her at the polls. She is definitely a keeper.

Herbert Moulton In one election, Indiana had North Bridgton 16 counties that showed more registered voters than votingage adults based on U.S. Census Bureau data.

In 1996, President Clinton’s “Citizen USA” program fasttracked naturalizing citizens.

To The Editor: Unfortunately, the FBI didn’t Helen Rankin of Hiram have time to run fingerprint deserves to be elected to the checks on 200,000 people. The Maine House of Representatives. Obama administration is allowing Helen is intelligent, deter- more unvetted people into this mined and experienced. No one country and some are voting. This has ever worked harder for the year 800 people designated for people of her district. Like a deportation were instead granted good juror, when she was in the U.S. passports “mistakenly.”

Legislature, Helen listened careAccording to Secretary of fully to the evidence, weighed State Matthew Dunlap, the state both sides of an issue and worked of Maine has voter registration at across the aisle to get things done. an all-time high. Democrats have A vital member of the registered more than three times Education Committee, Helen as many voters as Republicans stood up for local schools, gained over the past year. There is an the respect of her colleagues and increase of almost 19,000 regisgot things done. She is a living tered voters in Maine since 2015. example of someone who had it My question is where did these tough during her younger years people come from and how many but survived with courage and are illegal immigrants living in persistence. Now, she is an able the sanctuary city of Portland? advocate for youth and seniors Maine also allows prisoners to alike. vote.

Helen Rankin is kind and Rigging the system is allowthoughtful, civil to the marrow of ing noncitizens and dead peoher bones, a woman of solid char- ple to vote. The current Justice acter and integrity. We need her Department does not enforce the back in the Maine Legislature!

National Voter Registration Act Janet T. Mills (1993), which requires states to Farmington update their voter rolls and the federal courts strike down state voter ID laws.

Diana Holcomb, Norway

FRYEBURG — Thomas D. Shaffner, of Fryeburg, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016, surrounded by his family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Freeland, Mich., on the family farm, Tom graduated from Midland High School in Midland, Mich., where he was elected class president. He went on to receive his bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Michigan Technological University in 1958. He served in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1964. Following college, Tom married his high school sweetheart, Ann Dressel, of Midland, Mich., and they moved to the Washington, D.C. area, where Tom attended Georgetown University Law School, graduating in 1963. They later moved to Cleveland, Ohio, where Tom was a patent attorney with Fay Sharp.

In 1975, Tom joined one of his patent clients, Howard Dearborn, in Fryeburg, to help manage and grow Dearborn Tubular Products.

Over the next three decades, Dearborn went on to become one of the area’s largest employers and was acquired by the international energy services firm Hunting PLC in 2011. Involved in the local community, Tom served on the Fryeburg Academy Board of Trustees from 2001 to 2011, acting as treasurer.

In addition to his business acumen and quick sense of humor, Tom will be fondly remembered for his generosity to his friends, family and community. He was particularly proud of his work in helping build the Plymouth House, a recovery retreat dedicated to teaching the Twelve Step Program in Plymouth, N.H. Tom was very active in the recovery community and also established three halfway houses in Portland, Maine.

Always ready with a smile, a laugh and a helping hand, Tom enjoyed flying, boating, skiing, golf, and engaging in many side projects in Fryeburg, but he always kept his farming roots and enjoyed working with his hands and cutting his own grass.

Tom is survived by his two children, Michael Shaffner (Justine) of Littleton, Colo.; Joe Shaffner (Anna) of Silver Spring, Md.; and two grandsons, Grayton and Marcus; a large extended family in Midland, Mich.; and by his longtime companion, Jo Ellen Gibbons.

He was predeceased by his parents, Ralph and Iva Shaffner.

A memorial service for Tom will be held at Fryeburg Academy Performing Arts Center at 1 p.m., Saturday, December 17th. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Tom’s memory to Good Shepherd Food Bank of Maine. Arrangements are under the care of Wood Funeral Home, 9 Warren St., Fryeburg. Online condolences may be shared with his family at www.woodfuneralhome.org

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sound of historical fascists like Mussolini and Hitler.

But the good news is that he will not be president. Why? The race is close right now but people crave security and most love this country and don’t want it destroyed. A majority of voters will choose the known vs. the unknown.

Donnie hasn’t held public office but he has abused his power by abusing women. He has abused the capitalist system that drives America’s economy. He is an “anti-patriot.”

Make America Great Again??

This slogan echo’s Adolf Hitler’s own delusion. Making Germany great again was a dominant theme in Nazi propaganda.

Both of these men represent, “the ends justify the means” thinking.

This kind of thinking ALWAYS ends badly.

Both of these “men” are evil.

Get out and vote your conscience on November 8th.

Make America a beacon of HOPE again — for all!

Mike Corthell Bridgton

It is time

To The Editor: Most of us probably remember part of the sonnet, The New Colossus, written by American poet Emma Lazarus in 1883 and engraved on a bronze plaque inside the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty. I think it is time for all of us to read and reflect on the entire text once again: Not like the brazen giant of Greek fame, With conquering limbs astride

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BRIDGTON — Two bedrooms, Free estimates. Call 627-4649.

4t40x two bathrooms in a beautiful

Victorian house. Has large eat-in SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR kitchen, large living room all with — looking for plumbing work in mahogany woodwork. Has its own the local area. Call 647-8026. tf42 entrance to the second floor apartment. Nice sitting porch, parking, DAY CARE yard, rubbish and snow removal.

RING LANDING — Nursery No utilities included. $925.00 School, South Casco. Structured month plus security deposit and program has morning or full-day references. Call 625-8812. 3t41x openings for children 2-1/2 to 5 years. 27 years experience. State licensed. CPR/First aid-certified. No charge first week. Call 655-5253.

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FOR SALE

$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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Classified line ads are now posted LOAM AND FIREWOOD — on our website at NO EXTRA Please call Ron between 5 and 8 26t18x CHARGE! www.bridgton.com p.m. 595-8359.

DRIED FIREWOOD — Dried HELP WANTED twelve months. Selling seasoned HELP WANTED — Anticipated hardwood year-round. One and current employment oppor- cord $240, half cord $140. Call tunities Maine School Adminis- 207-595-5029; 207-583-4113. trative District 72, Fryeburg, Me. westermainefirewood.com 52t22x Posted on our website: www. msad72.org tf5 SINGLE BED — Maple headboard. $55. 647-2047. 2t43x TREE WORKERS WANTED — Experience a plus. Must have FIREWOOD — $225 green, valid driver’s license. Apply online $260 seasoned. Cut, split, at www.Q-Team.com/employ- delivered. 1/2 cord green $125, 1/2 ment-application tf34 cord seasoned $150. Call Wendall Scribner 583-4202.

10t36x 70 Fairview Drive Fryeburg, ME 04037 Phone 207-935-3351 Fax 207-256-8303

We are a small family facility with an excellent reputation for providing quality care while enjoying a homelike atmosphere. If you enjoy fulfilling and meaningful relationships with your residents and their families, then this may be the place for you. Currently accepting applications for:

Nursing Home Unit – Full-time, Part-time & Per Diem – All

(CNA)

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Shifts Certified Nursing Assistant

Need flexibility?? We may be able to accommodate you! Stop by and see Deb at Fryeburg Health Care Center, 70 Fairview Drive, Fryeburg, or visit our website at www.fryeburghealthcare.com for an application.

TOWN OF BRIDGTON

MECHANIC/TRUCK DRIVER The Town of Bridgton is seeking a Mechanic/Truck Driver to perform skilled tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of automobiles, heavy duty trucks, tractors, graders, and other standard trade practices. The individual will also be plowing snow so must possess a valid Class B Motor Vehicle Operator’s License issued by the State of Maine. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Works Director and Head Mechanic.

Send application with resume to Jim Kidder, Public Works Director, Three Chase Street, Suite 1, Bridgton Maine 04009 by Thursday, November 10, 2016, at 4:00 p.m.

The job description and employment application are available on the Town of Bridgton website at www.bridgtonmaine.org

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JOB FAIR

AUTOMOTIVE NEW INSPECTIONS & 14-DAY PLATES

2004 Chevy Silverado 2500HD LT Ext. Cab, 4x4.......................$9,000 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 2WD Reg. Cab.........................$3,800 2006 Chevy Monte Carlo LT, only 113k miles.........................$4,500 2003 Saab 9-3 sedan, loaded, lots of new parts........................$3,500 2004 Honda Element AWD SUV. .$4,500 1996 GMC Sierra Ex. Cab, 5.7 M/M plow truck, bad frame, part out

214 Casco Rd., Naples 838-9569 1T43CD

Green firewood $210/cord, minimum 2-cord delivery.

Selling tree-length firewood, call for pricing.

NOW TAKING ORDERS FOR SEASONED FIREWOOD. Call for pricing.

Order online at westernmainetimberlands.com or call 207-925-1138

PLEASE CONSIDER — donating gently used furniture, household items and more to Harvest Hills Animal Shelter.

FMI, go to our website www. harvesthills.org for details or call 935-4358, ext. 21. tf44

YARD SALES

MOVING/ESTATE SALE — 546 Upper Ridge Rd., Bridgton.

Sat., Oct. 29-Sun., Oct. 30, 9-2.

Rain or shine.

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Buying and Offering US Coins Gold & Silver Bullion TFCD

142 Main Street Conway, NH 603-447-3611 Metal Detectors

BUSINESS SERVICES

LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER — Cats $70-$85, dogs starting at $100. Grant funds available for qualified Oxford County residents.

Rozzie May Animal Alliance www.RozzieMay.org 603-4471373. tf18

A Little Bit of This, A Little Bit of That

HEAP HAULERS — Towing service. Cash paid for junk cars.

Call 655-5963. tf12 DENMARK HOUSE PAINTING — Since 1980. Interior and exterior painting. Free estimates.

Call John Mathews 452-2781. tf40

DRYWALL TAPING & PAINTING SPECIALIST

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40 Years Experience — Insured — Brian Spear 693-2504

ATTN: DRIVERS

The UMBRELLA FACTORY SUPERMARKET

RideSource Inc. is seeking full-time and part-time drivers in the Bridgton/Fryeburg area for Non-Emergency Medical Transportation. Qualified applicants will have a clean driving record for a minimum of the last 5 years, no criminal history, and the ability to pass a drug screening test. Defensive Driving and Basic First Aid certification a plus. Training and refresher courses provided at no cost. Wages from $9 to $11 per hour on average. Drivers operate company-owned sedans and mini-vans equipped with GPS and Cellular devices.

Current Volunteer Drivers seeking additional income are encouraged to apply! *Must be available to work nights and weekends with pay differential.

Send Resume to:

Now taking applications for employment.

Help Wanted

RideSource Inc.

All positions part-time.

Apply in person at The Umbrella Factory.

NAPLES SHOPPING CENTER Route 302, Naples, ME 207-693-3988 TF35CD

PO Box 730 • Norway, ME 04268 • (207) 743-RIDE(7433)

35 Current Job Openings

70 Fairview Drive Fryeburg, ME 04037

Bonney Staffing Center, Inc. has openings in the Norway, Bridgton, Naples, Windham, Gray, Standish and Gorham areas!

Applying with us could have you starting work tomorrow!!!

Phone 207-935-3351 Fax 207-256-8303

Light Industrial/Laborers • Administration • Medical CNC Milling – Soldering/Electrical assembly Sales/Customer service Part-time

We are a small family facility with an excellent reputation for providing quality care while enjoying a homelike atmosphere. If you enjoy fulfilling and meaningful relationships with your residents and their families, then this may be the place for you. Currently accepting applications for:

You can apply in person Walk into our Windham office, Mon. – Fri. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. or online at www.bonneystaffing.com

Residential Care Part time 7-3 Part-/Full-time 32-40 hrs., 3-11

CRMA, PSS or CNA

No certificate? No problem, we are willing to train the right person.

940 Roosevelt Trail Windham, ME 04062 207.892.2286 www.bonneystaffing.com

www.RozzieMayAnimalAlliance.org Candidate Profile: RMAA seeks an Executive Director to manage the operation and development of the organization to ensure that RMAA achieves its goals and advances its mission. This is a full-time position that reports to the Board of Directors.

Qualifications: – Demonstrated leadership skills; – Computer and internet skills; – Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking; – Collegial, able to manage staff and encourage others in their success; – Demonstrated ability to build donor and community relationships; – Broad experience in planning, budgeting, managing, and working with a board of directors; – Must be an innovative, strategic thinker with initiative.

LAKE REGION SCHOOL DISTRICT

We are hiring for the 2016–2017 Ski Season Positions include: Rental Shop Manager, Guest Services Manager

SPECIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT SPECIAL EDUCATION EDUCATIONAL TECHNICIAN III’S

• Snow Sports • Daycare • Blizzards Pub • Cafeteria • Snow-Making • Guest Services • Race Department • Ticketing and Administrative positions • Terrain Park • Rentals, Buildings and Grounds • Ski Patrol • Lift Operations

TUES, NOV. 1 • 4 P.M. - 7 P.M. THURS, NOV. 3 • 4 P.M. - 7 P.M. If you are seeking employment with us for the 2016–2017 season it is highly-recommended you attend one of the two job fairs.

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www.shawneepeak.com

BRIDGTON — Two-bedroom apartment. Remodeled top to bottom, all newly-done. Large sunny windows. Includes parking, rubbish and snow removal. On quiet and wooded dead-end street close to downtown. Utilities not included. $850.00 month plus security deposit and references. Call 6258812.

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WANTED

If you are interested please call 207-935-3351 and ask for Kristy, or stop by Fryeburg Health Care Center, 70 Fairview Drive, Fryeburg, or visit our website at www.fryeburghealthcare.com for an application.

Benefits/Health Insurance available.

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Morrison Center – Good Neighbors Seeking Direct Support Professionals for Residential & Community Supports

(Experience Preferred, but will train the right candidate) The agency is seeking caring, creative and energetic team members to provide services to adults with severe cognitive and physical disabilities in our residential settings and community support services.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with personal care, facilitating activities and community involvement, documentation, and promoting life skill development.

An attractive benefits package is offered to all qualifying candidates and starting wage is $10.00 per hour.

All candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, be at least 18 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license, and possess basic computer skills.

Please contact Wayne Alexander at 647-8244, ext. 13, to request an application or pick up an application at the Bridgton office at 119 Sandy Creek Road.

EOE

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at SHAWNEE PEAK

119 Mountain Rd., Bridgton, ME 04009

FOR RENT

BRIDGTON — $650 month, 1-bedroom, clean, bright, second floor, spacious, near downtown, great neighbors. $650 month includes heat/water. $650 deposit.

Visit BridgtonApartment.com or call Paul 978-337-0135 for more $1600 LIVE on the lake information. tf41 ­— year-round, Long Lake, Naples.

New 2-bedroom year-round home SOUTH BRIDGTON — 2-bed- to be complete Dec. Cottage-style, room apartment. Heat, hot water, with a great beach for yr. round washer access and rubbish removal access. Off-street parking. Snow included. $795 month. References removal, garbage pickup. Enjoy and security. Call 247-4707. tf42x lakeside living $1600 monthly.

BRIDGTON — Two-bedroom Please note, references and work apartment, all newly-painted. confirmation will be required.

Large sunny windows. On quiet Sorry no pets. Inquires call Khris tf42 and wooded dead-end street close at 693-6255. to downtown. Utilities not includ- BRIDGTON — 1-bedroom aparted. $775.00 month plus security ment, 1st floor, off-street parking, deposit and references. Includes large yard, close to stores, pets parking, rubbish and snow remov- okay, no dogs. $775/month, utilial. Call 625-8812.

3t41x ties included. First month security deposit required. Call Victor at 207-650-8071.

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Executive Director – Rozzie May Animal Alliance

— Position Vacancy —

Positon details, employee incentives and applications are available online at

CASCO — Completely furnished rooms, heat, lights & cable TV included. $125 weekly. No pets. Call cell, 207-595-4946. tf46

BONNEY is an EOE

3 CHASE STREET, SUITE 1 BRIDGTON, MAINE 04009

All Department Managers with available positions will be present.

FOR RENT

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Discriminatory Advertising under the Fair Housing Act

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN — High-quality, high-volume spay/neuter clinic seeking parttime, experienced veterinary technician. Conway and other locations in NH and western Maine.

Candidate must be self-motivated, detail oriented and efficient. Wide variety of duties, some physically demanding. Please send resume to info@rozziemay.org or mail to: RMAA, PO Box 1756, Conway, tf43 NH 03818.

FOR SALE

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Classified advertising is sold in this space at the rate of $3.50 for 20 words or less and 15¢ a word over 20. All ads are payable in advance.

Repeats are charged at the same rate as new ads. Ads taken over the phone must be called in by Monday with payment arriving by Tuesday. A charge of $1.00 per week extra is made for the use of a box number if requested. A charge of $1.00 per classified is made if billing is necessary. Cards of Thanks and In Memoriams are charged at the same rate as classified ads. Poetry is charged by the inch.

Classified display is sold at $6.50 per column inch. Classified advertisers must furnish written copy.

The Bridgton News assumes no financial responsibility for typographical errors in advertisements other than to reprint that part of any advertisement in which a typographical error occurs. Advertisers will please notify the business office promptly of any errors that may occur, phone 207-647-2851.

HELP WANTED

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CLASSIFIED DISPLAY ADS Deadline: Friday 4:00 p.m.

CLASSIFIED LINE ADS Deadline: Monday 5:00 p.m.

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Opinions

Letters (Continued from Page 3D)

from land to land; Here at our sea-washed, sunset gates shall stand A mighty woman with a torch, whose flame Is the imprisoned lightning, and her name Mother of Exiles.

From her beacon-hand Glows world-wide welcome; her mild eyes command The air-bridged harbor that twin cities frame.

“Keep, ancient lands, your storied pomp!” cries she With silent lips. “Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore.

Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!”

Jonathan Chappell Bridgton

County families in many ways.

I strongly believe that Jarrod Crockett is the best candidate for the job. Please join me in voting for Crockett, Judge of Probate, To The Editor: Oxford County.

Jarrod is a highly-qualified Norman K. (Scott) Ferguson, local attorney who has served OD six years in the Maine House Fryeburg of Representatives. For a part of that career, he joined my late dad, Sen. Norm Ferguson, in representing northern Oxford County. He’s a fellow Army veteran. A U.S. Army major in the reserves; he served an 18-month To The Editor: It is becoming apparent in active duty deployment in Afghanistan a few years ago. A the United States that dishonesty native of Bethel, Jarrod’s law and deception are no longer concareer has focused extensively sidered moral perversions. The on probate law. Jarrod knows idea that Hillary Clinton could in about the issues that folks in our good conscience be running for area have to cope with when they president, and that the people of are dealing with hard decisions. our nation could be placing her For me, growing up in in the position of front runner Hanover and graduating from is a clear sign of a fundamental Rumford High, living and work- shift in the character and integing in Fryeburg for the past 25 rity of our country.

Hillary Clinton is on record years keeps me grounded to my roots. The Probate Judge holds stating she will say one thing a very important job presiding in public and another in priover cases that affect Oxford vate. Why in the world would

All the right stuff

Resist the efforts

DENMARK SELF-STORAGE

October 27, 2016, The Bridgton News, Page 5D

we, as a nation, support such dishonesty and deception? Even her campaign slogan, “Stronger Together,” is disingenuous.

Hillary Clinton publicly states she will bring our nation together, yet she has described those who support her opponent as “deplorables” who are “sexist, racist, homophobic and Islamaphobic.” And just in case she forgot some demeaning term to call those who oppose her, she added the phrase, “you name it.” How in the world do you bring people together when your speech is so divisive?

This is an election year when it will be imperative for us to use the skill of critical thinking. Politicians have long been successful at using quick sound bites to make us think they are saying one thing when they are saying something else. The national media has an equally long track record of infecting our thought process by emphasizing the positives of one candidate they favor while emphasizing the negatives of the candidate

Seasonal/Unoccupied Home Specials

10' x 10' Unit $50.00 per month TF51CD

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hilltoplanddevelopment@gmail.com 207-671-1228

• Tree Removal • Logging • Fully Insured

• Lots cleared • Buying Standing Timber • Campfire wood

Seasoned Firewood — $285 cord

(H) 647-3584 ~ (C) 583-7438

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

CONSULT OUR LISTING OF BUSINESS SERVICES AND LET AN EXPERT DO THE JOB! ACCOUNTANTS Chandel Associates Accounting, Taxes Audits, Full Service Payroll 3 Elm St., Bridgton Office 647-5711 Jones & Matthews, PA Certified Public Accountants Accounting and taxes Roosevelt Trail Prof. Bldg.

Route 302, Bridgton 647-3668 cpas@maine.com

CHIMNEY LINING The Clean Sweep LLC Chimney Cleaning Service Supaflu and Stainless Steel Chimney lining and relining Dana Richardson 935-2501

CLEANING SERVICES First Impressions Cleaning Inc. Residential & Commercial Seasonal 647-5096

DENTAL SERVICES Mountain View Dentistry Dr. Leslie A. Elston Cosmetic/restorative & Family Dentistry 207-647-3628 MountainViewDentistryMaine.com

DOCKS Great Northern Docks, Inc. Sales & Service Route 302, Naples 693-3770 1-800-423-4042 www.greatnortherndocks.com

Servicemaster Prof. Carpet Cleaning – Home/Office ELECTRICIANS Fire/Smoke Damage Restoration WAM-ALARM Systems 1-800-244-7630 207-539-4452 Bosworth Electric Inc. Installation, Service, Monitoring Quality electrical contractor Burglar-Fire-Temperature Sensors TLC Home Maintenance Co. Commercial/Industrial/Residential Free Security Survey 647-2323 Professional Cleaning and Generators/Todd Bosworth/207-838-6755 Property Management bosworthelectricinc@hotmail.com APPLIANCE REPAIR Housekeeping and much more D. M. Electric Inc. & Sons Jones Appliance Service/Repair LLC 583-4314 Dennis McIver, Electrical Contractor Quality service you deserve COMPUTERS Residential/Commercial/Industrial All major brands Licensed in Maine & New Hampshire jonesappliances@aol.com 647-4432 Grammy Geek Bridgton 207-647-5012 Tech support for seniors (jr’s too) ATTORNEYS J.P. Gallinari Electric Co. 1-1 support at your home Residential - Commercial - Industrial Malware & virus removal/PC repair Shelley P. Carter, Attorney Free pick-up & delivery 207-310-0289 Aerial - Auger - Lifting Service Law Office of Shelley P. Carter, PA Bridgton 647-9435 110 Portland St., Fryeburg, ME 04037 Ms. C’s Computer Repair 935-1950 www.spcarterlaw.com Virus and spyware removal McIver Electric “Your on time every time electricians” PC repairs 207-228-5279 Michael G. Friedman, Esq., PA 221 Portland Rd, Bridgton 27 Zion Hill Road, Bridgton 132 Main St. 647-3664 P.O. Box 10, Bridgton, ME 04009 Naples Computer Services www.mciverelectric.net 647-8360 PC repair/upgrades – on-site service R.W. Merrill Electrical Contractor Virus and spy-ware removal Hastings Malia, PA 24 hour Emergency Service Home and business networking 376 Main Street – PO Box 290 Residential & Commercial Video security systems Fryeburg, ME 04037 71 Harrison Rd., Naples 207-693-3746 Harrison 583-2986 Fax 583-4882 935-2061 www.hastings-law.com David K. Moynihan CONTRACTORS BOAT REPAIR Master Electrician Jeff Hadley Builder Licensed ME & NH New England Boat Shop LLC Remodeling, Additions Bridgton 647-8016 Maintenance/Repair/Sales/Service Tile work, Wood flooring Welding/Shrinkwrap/Storage Kitchens, Drywall, Painting EXCAVATION Mark Swanton, owner – 207-693-9310 30 yrs experience 207-595-8421 JDN Enterprises jhadley44@gmail.com CARETAKERS Septic systems, Water lines Quality Custom Carpentry Site work, Drainage Caretake America From start to finish and 207-647-8146 Managing and Patrolling from old to new Snow’s Excavation Kevin Rogers, Owner/Manager Jeff Juneau Naples Complete site work Rte. 35, Naples 693-6000 207-655-5903 Foundations-Septic-Lots cleared 207-647-2697 CARPENTRY DANCE INSTRUCTION

ALARMS

Robert E. Guy General Carpentry – Additions Repairs – Remodeling www.bobguy@myfairpoint.net Harrison 743-5120 239-4804 (cell) Jerry’s Carpentry & Painting Carpenter & General Contractor Log homes – decks – remodeling Fully insured – Free estimates 207-527-2552

CARPETING Thurlow’s Carpet & Home Center Carpet and Flooring Sales and Installation 21 Sandy Creek Rd, Bridgton 647-5562 800-310-5563

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The Ballroom Dance - Exercise - Yoga - Aikido Main St., Harrison, Maine 207-583-6964

DENTAL SERVICES Bridgton Dental Associates Dr. Paul Cloutier Complete dental care 138 Harrison Rd, Bridgton www.bridgtondental.com 207-647-8052 Bridgton Dental Hygiene Care, PA Complete comprehensive oral hygiene care Infants – Seniors Most dental insurances, MaineCare 647-4125 bdhc@myfairpoint.net

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

• Driveways • Parking Lots • Roadways

• Recycled Asphalt • Seal Coating & Striping • Grading & Gravel Camp Roads

Saccuzzo Asphalt

JAMES SACCUZZO Owner Operator

Bob Mitchell

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To The Editor: Vote to reelect State Senator John Patrick on November 8th.

I have known Senator Patrick for many years as a friend and can attest he is the rare breed of politician who is dedicated to his principals and constituents. He has proven his commitment to the elderly, working families, and the people of Maine and is recognized for his accomplishments.

Senator Patrick is a legislator who gets things done, works well with all parties, and is always willing to listen and learn. He is frank and direct and always willing to speak his mind even on “unpopular” issues.

John Patrick deserves your support. Please vote on November 8th!

Roy G. Gedat Naples

To The Editor: I have known Mike McClellan for quite awhile now; we have done many things together in work, community activities and church. I will be supporting Mike as he looks to be reelected as the Maine House 66 (parts of Raymond, Casco and Poland) seat. I know Mike because he has been a parent, volunteer coach and elected official as long as he has lived in Raymond. He also found time to volunteer at Casco and Poland events. Many of us know Mike because he has always been available to help.

I write also today as I just received a mailing from a special interest group against Mike. It is at least the second mailing I know of. A postcard with a oneline attack with no context is the last thing we need in this (or any) election cycle. Both cards are wrong in what they say about him however I also wondered about the idea of clean elections when I saw the mailing to my home. I understood that with the new laws there would be less outside money flowing to political campaigns as the candidates using clean election monies were

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICE?

Proven commitment

Re-elect McClellan

Residential & Commercial

207-452-2157

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they dislike. We, the people of this nation, must resist the efforts of both the politicians and the media and begin conscientiously discerning the reality of what is happening. Do we really want a nation ruled by dishonesty and deception?

Jim Mansfield Bridgton

10% OFF for all Seniors Serving The Lake Region Proudly TF35CD

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

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 207-527-2552

Roberts Overhead Doors Commercial/residential – free estimates Webber Painting & Restoration Now offering Master Card & Visa Interior & Exterior Painting 207-595-2311 Repairs, updates, mold washing Estimates & Insured (207)831-8354

HANDYMAN

Advantage Handyman/Home Repair Finish carpentry/install/repair doors/painting www.advantagehandymanandhomerepair.com 207-583-0440

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

PLUMBING & HEATING Collins Plumbing & Heating Inc. Specializing in repair service in The Lake Region 647-4436 Holt Plumbing Inc. Service work – pumps Camp openings – 30 years exp.

207-318-9981

MOVING Bridgton Moving Residential & light commercial bridgtonmoving@verizon.net Glynn Ross 240 N. High St. – 647-8255 671-2556 (cell)

MUSIC LESSONS Up Scale Music Studio Piano Lessons – All Levels Composition-Theory-Transcription Evan 647-9599

NOTARY PUBLIC Northwoods Notary Mobile notary services Weddings - lulapoop@gmail.com Linda Mercer 207-776-9090

JB Self Storage Rt. 5 Lovell, Maine Monthly/yearly secure storage 207-925-3045

SEPTIC TANK PUMPING Dyer Septic Septic systems installed & repaired Site work-emergency service-ecofriendly 1-877-250-4546 207-583-4546

SNOWPLOWING Webber Snowplowing Service Private roads, Second homes Parking lots, Camps, Fully insured 30 years experience 207-831-8354

SURVEYORS F. Jonathan Bliss, P.L.S. Bliss & Associates Surveying, Land Planning 693 Main St, Lovell 207-925-1468 blissinc@fairpoint.net

Ken Karpowich Plumbing Repairs/Installation/Remodeling Master Plumber in ME & NH Over 20 years experience 207-925-1423 Maine Survey Consultants, Inc. Land info services – Surveys PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Boundary/Topographic/Flood elevation PO Box 485, Harrison, Maine Clement Bros. Lawn and Landscape Off: 583-6159 Organic lawn & garden maintenance D. A. Maxfield Jr. PLS Shoreline restoration Over 10,000 surveys on file Creative stonework, property watch Snowplowing & sanding 207-693-6646 www.clementbros.com

REAL ESTATE Chalmers Real Estate 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311

Kezar Realty Homes, Land & Vacation Rentals Lovell Village 207-925-1500 Southern Maine Retirement Services KezarRealty.com Medicare Supplements & Prescription Plans Lakes Region Properties Life and Senior Dental Insurance 150 Main St., Bridgton 1-866-886-4340 “At the Lights in Naples” Waterfront, Residential Commercial & Land KENNELS 207-693-7000 Bridgton Veterinary Kennels Oberg Agency Boarding Residential, Business, Lake Shore Route 117, Bridgton, Me. Property Tel. 647-8804 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858 MASONRY D & D Masonry Chimneys/fireplaces/walks/etc.

Fully insured Free estimates Darryl & Doug Hunt 693-5060

SELF STORAGE

ROOFING JDN Enterprises Shingles – Roofs replaced New construction – Repairs Bridgton 207-647-8146

RUBBISH SERVICE ABC Rubbish Weekly Pick-up Container Service Tel. 743-5417

THIS SPACE CAN BE YOURS 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

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Letters

seems mostly interested in helping himself. Please join me in voting for Emily Cain.

Judy Green North Waterford

getting a lot of taxpayer money.

A candidate getting over $15,000 for signs and bumper stickers and the lobby groups still can send attack mail? I guess the clean election law really was not what they told us. Mike does not condone attack mailings, nor do I. I appreciate Mike simply knocking on doors, being at community events and being very clear when he is asked about what he will do and not do. Mike has stated consistently he will vote no on all the referendum items (and why); that is important for me to know when I vote. Mike responds when asked, he is honest as to his positions and he believes in both local control and that we know best how to run our families and communities. Mike has been our trusted representative over the past few years, I will be voting to reelect Mike McClellan to Maine House 66!

Dan Loan Casco

Excellent leader

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She really gets it

To The Editor: The people of Maine have seen how well Emily Cain works for us.

She was elected to the state House of Representatives at the age of 24, and reelected again and again by huge majorities. During her eight years in the House — including two years as minority leader — she showed over and over that she knows how to work with people on both sides of the aisle to get things done. She worked on economic development, school district reorganization, and marriage equality, among other issues, handling many difficult topics with real ability. Other legislators, like Senator John Patrick, speak of her organizational skills and clear thinking. Now we have the chance to send her to Washington to work for us there. She wants to help put Maine people in charge of our own economic future. She gets it.

She will help us here in Maine — in contrast to her opponent, who

To The Editor: I am writing in support of Christine Powers who is running for a third term for the State Legislature in District 68 (Baldwin, Cornish, Naples, part of Parsonsfield and Sebago).

Christine has also served on the Select Board in Naples. Her experience, commitment and ability to communicate have made her an excellent leader. Christine brings a strong voice to Augusta and will continue her work to improve the quality of life in the Lake Region.

Christine Powers cares about education, protecting our lakes and bringing property tax relief for the middle class. I know she works tirelessly to address local issues. She chooses to remain positive and in her own words, “If we put the people first, we’ll find something we can agree on.”

Christine Powers is the right person to represent District 68 in Augusta.

Leslie McConnell Naples

Walter does what’s best

To The Editor: Voters in Maine House District 69 (Bridgton, Denmark, Harrison) have a great opportunity to elect an Independent voice to represent us in Augusta. Walter Riseman is a knowledgeable and dedicated member of our community. He is generous with his time, listening to the concerns of the people of our district with kindness and consideration. As a legislator, Walter will work across both sides of the aisle to support education funding and increase job opportunities.

As an Independent, he will do what is best for our community! I hope you’ll join me in voting for Walter Riseman on Nov. 8.

Laura Ordway Bridgton

NOTICE OF OFFICE CLOSING The Law Office of George B. Hefferan Jr. will close on December 1, 2016

An asset in Augusta

To The Editor: As a former state legislator of District 98, I would like to encourage voters to support Walter Riseman on Nov. 8. Walter has a long history of community involvement as a local volunteer, sports coach and longtime moderator of Harrison town meetings.

As the former owner of the Village Tie-Up, he understands the everyday challenges faced by small business owners and the impact legislation has on them.

As the chief financial officer (CFO) at Community Concepts, he oversaw budgets and programs designed to meet the needs of hundreds of people and small business owners while providing the guidance essential for their success.

As active parents, Walter and his wife, Jane, volunteered for fundraisers, and coached many teams while raising their eight children, two adopted, who attended and graduated from local schools.

Walter is both honest and conscientious with well-rounded personal and professional experience that will make him an asset in Augusta. As an Independent he will bring a balanced perspective to the legislature while looking out for the best interest of the people he represents, not party.

He’s a doer, not a dreamer and his ability to bring people together on well-thought-out positions will go a long way toward superior representation for the people of Bridgton, Harrison and Denmark.

Please join me in voting for Walter Riseman for State Representative.

Hon. Lisa Villa Harrison

Riseman a fresh voice

To The Editor: Our forthcoming local election surely offers us choices. For me, I want a representative who will go to Augusta seeking consensus, not someone more aligned with party leaders and their partisan agendas.

I have no doubt that most legislators are well-meaning people doing their best to represent the people of their district. But if you have D or an R next to your name, your life as a legislator can become compromised when the wishes of your party conflict with

PUBLIC NOTICE

TOWN OF WATERFORD

NOTICE TO CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS, LABOR UNIONS, AND PRIVATE CONTRACTORS The Susan L. Curtis Charitable Foundation/Camp Susan Curtis intends to solicit assistance from the Innovative Readiness Training Program under the Military Assistance Program in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs. The project assistance will include site preparation, building and renovations to support Camp Susan Curtis in Stoneham. Local contractors, labor union organizations or private contractors who have questions or who wish to voice opposition of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs’ assistance regarding this project may contact Melissa Cilley at 207-774-1552 no later than 30 days after publication of this notice. Persons not filing comments within the timeframe noted will be considered to have waived their objections to the participation of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs in this project.

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TOWN OF CASCO OFFICE HOURS

CASCO TOWN OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9 AND THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10 AS WE WILL BE MOVING TO OUR NEW BUILDING.

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Public Notice

TOWN OF HARRISON Rabies Clinic & Dog Licensing Saturday, November 5, 2016 Harrison Town Office 1 – 3 p.m.

Rabies Shots are $10.00 per dog or cat.

Clerks on hand to license your dogs.

Neutered dogs – $6 per license Non-neutered dogs – $11 per license

Retaining the power

To The Editor: I explored updated and expanded dictionary and thesaurus entries for two words that might possibly describe the responses and behaviors of the average American voters during the increasingly lengthy and expensive campaign seasons over the past 50 years. Gullible and distractible are adjectives that have origins in the verbs to gull: to cheat or trick, and to distract: a) divert attention away and b) to confuse.

I have discomforting perceptions regarding why career politicians have risen to the pinnacle of greed and self-indulgence.

One is the destructive nature of the rapidly increasing influence of lobbyists in the Senate and House of Representatives both in Washington, D.C. and state legislatures. If the revolving door between elected offices and corporate American-sponsored (lobbied) manipulation of legislation is not eliminated, it makes no difference which party is represented in governors’ mansions, or in the White House oval office.

Average Americans are misguided if they believe changes that could improve their lives will happen based predominately upon promises made by most candidates.

Many candidates begin campaigns with the optimistic intentions to deliver on their promises. Real life 21st century Politics 101 provides instructions to “go along to get along” for survival that are not often satisfactory, especially for people who really put the needs of their constituents first.

On the rare occasion that

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PUBLIC NOTICE

TOWN OF DENMARK PUBLIC HEARING

William Winslow, Supt.

There will be a Public Hearing on Tuesday, November 15, 2016, at 6:30 p.m., to discuss Poland Springs Water Extrication Renewal Application, at the Denmark Municipal Building.

Public Welcome.

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Public Notice

The Waterford Appeals Board will conduct a public hearing at 6:30 p.m., Nov. 3, 2016, at the Waterford municipal building at 366 Valley Road, to hear the appeal by Yvon and Jennifer Morin of the Waterford Planning Board’s May 18 determination of a home occupation for Amanda Fox, doing business as Crooked River Saints, and the Sept. 21 approval of a Shoreland Zoning permit for the business: 1T43

WE WILL ALSO BE CLOSED FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 IN OBSERVANCE OF VETERANS DAY. WE WILL REOPEN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14 AT NOON AT OUR NEW BUILDING, 635 MEADOW ROAD.

I have known Walter for nearly 30 years, and I know that he is a person of integrity.

Greg Grigsby Bridgton

Poland Spring Water Extricaton Renewal Application

We will be flushing mains and hydrants starting Tuesday, November 1st.

You may notice some discoloration of the water during the period.

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the wishes of your constituents or your own conscience.

What if we were to elect representatives whose primary focus is to listen respectfully to different points of view and then vote in a way that best reflects the values and needs of their constituents?

What if we had representatives who actually discouraged partisan rhetoric and, instead, put their emphasis on promoting civil discourse based on respect and understanding of those whose views are different from their own?

When term after term goes by and the tenor of the discussion coming out of Augusta seems to be an escalation of partisan talking points, maybe it’s time to try something a little different — like voting for an Independent voice, a mature and thoughtful voice, a voice who will speak in favor of dialing down, not ratcheting up, the rhetoric coming out of Augusta. Please consider voting for Walter Riseman for State Representative in District #69 representing Harrison, Bridgton, and Denmark. His is a quieter voice, but one that is informed, clear and considered. When Walter speaks it will be a voice for us, his constituents, not a political party.

HARRISON WATER DISTRICT

All clients having either pending or closed legal matters handled by George B. Hefferan Jr. are urged to pick up their files at the former Law Offices of George B. Hefferan Jr. prior to December 1, 2016.

Please contact, Daniel P. Barrett, Esq., the court-appointed receiver who is overseeing the transfer of client files. Daniel P. Barrett may be reached at (207) 523-3458 during normal business hours.

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COATS FOR KIDS — The Bridgton/Fryeburg Knights of Columbus Council 11376 has distributed “Coats for Kids” to area schools these past years. This year, the “Coats for Kids” were distributed to Harrison Elementary School. Pictured left to right are HES school secretary Antonette Fuller, lead teacher Rob Riley, Deputy Grand Knight Barry Thurston and Coat Chairman Phil Gabardi.

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TOWN OF HARRISON

TOWN OF BRIDGTON

ABSENTEE VOTING

The Town Clerk’s Office will be open Thursday, November 3, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., for the purpose of Absentee Ballot Voting. This is the last chance to vote absentee if you are going to be out of town on Election day. s/Melissa St. John Town Clerk/Registrar of Voters 2T43 Public Notice

TOWN OF HARRISON WINTER PARKING BAN

Notice is being given that from November 15, 2016 to April 15, 2017, parking on all public streets, roads and parking lots is prohibited during snowstorms. Vehicles will be towed at owner’s expense. This is being done to facilitate the plowing of snow. s/Melissa St. John Town Clerk 1T43 LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT

LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE PURSUANT TO 14 M.R.S. §6323 By virtue of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated July 6, 2016, entered in the Portland Superior Court, Civil Action, Docket No. PORSC-RE-2015231, in an action brought by the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA acting through the RURAL HOUSING SERVICE, USDA, f/k/a the FARMERS HOME ADMINISTRATION, Plaintiff, against MAHDY ARYAMAND, Defendant, for the foreclosure of a Mortgage Deed dated August 15, 2005, and recorded in the Cumberland County Registry of Deeds in Book 23022, Page 097, the statutory ninety (90) day redemption period having elapsed without redemption, notice is hereby given that there will be sold at public sale at the offices of the USDA, Rural Housing Service, 306 U. S. Route 1, Scarborough, Maine, on November 21, 2016, at 2:00 P.M., all and singular the premises described in said mortgage deed and being situate at 298 Shaker Road in Gray, Maine.

The property shall be sold to the highest bidder at the sale. Ten percent (10%) of the purchase price will be required to be paid, in cash or by certified check payable to the USDA, Rural Housing Service, at the time and place of sale. The balance of the purchase price is to be paid within thirty (30) days following the sale.

Failure to pay the balance due within

thirty (30) days following the sale shall be deemed a forfeiture of the successful bidder’s deposit. Additional terms may be announced at the time of sale.

The above property is being sold “as is” and will be conveyed by Release Deed without any warranty as to the condition, size or location of the property or the state of title to the property.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

The property will be sold subject to utility easements and rights of way of record and utility easements and rights-of-way that are visible on the face of the earth.

The property will be sold subject to real estate taxes assessed by and due and payable to the Town of Gray.

Information regarding the terms and conditions of the sale of this property may be obtained by contacting the offices of Broderick & Broderick, P.A. at (207) 794-6557.

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Salmon Point Bath House & Utility Room Install

REQUEST FOR BIDS Sealed proposals are being accepted for the Town of Bridgton Salmon Point Bath House and Utility Room Install Project (the “Project”), which consists of obtaining competitive bids from responsible and responsive Contractors for a complete and properly functioning 16'6" x 22' bath house and utility room consisting of male and female restrooms, as outlined or implied in this Request for Bids.

A mandatory prebid meeting will be held on Thursday, November 10, 2016, 9:00 A.M., at the Salmon Point Beach Area located on Salmon Point Road, Bridgton, Maine 04009, to examine the work site. Attendance at this meeting by the Contractor or the Contractor’s qualified representative is a mandatory prerequisite for the acceptance of a bid from that Contractor.

Complete written bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes plainly marked, “Town of Bridgton Salmon Point Bath House & Utility Room Install” to: Anne Krieg, AICP, Director of Planning, Economic & Community Development, 3 Chase Street, Bridgton, ME 04009, not later than 3:00 P.M., Thursday, November 17, 2016, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

Contract bid documents, including plans and specifications, are available on the Town website (www.bridgtonmaine.org/ request-for-proposals---bids.html) or by e-mail request to Anne Krieg (krieg@bridgtonmaine.org). Plans are available for inspection at the Bridgton Town Office Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

All materials and labor required to complete the work will be supplied by the Contractor unless otherwise expressly provided for in the Contract Documents, attached hereto and made a part hereof. The cost and expense of all necessary labor, tools, and equipment required to complete the work shall be included in the prices stated in the bids.

The project is funded in part by HUD Community Development Block Grant funds. Davis-Bacon Federal Wage rates and reporting requirements apply to the Project; please take notice of the wage rate determination attached to the Contract Documents.

All inquiries concerning this Request for Bids shall be directed to: Anne Krieg, AICP, Director of Planning, Economic & Community Development, 3 Chase Street, Bridgton ME 04009, Tel. 207-647-8786, e-mail: krieg@bridgtonmaine.org. no later than November 14, 2016.

Notice Date: October 27, 2016

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Letters (Continued from Page 6D)

Yellow-bellied sapsucker wells on an old apple tree.

(Photo credit — Jonathan Weld.)

Bird Watch

by Jean Preis BN Columnist

Sap wells

Logical extension

To The Editor: How corrupt and crazy can a political party get before it turns into nothing more than a lynch mob, howling for blood? The remnants of the Republican Party currently are testing the limits of that question. Donald Trump’s rallies look terrifyingly like the lynch mob scene from the film, To Kill a Mockingbird, with crazed white people shouting, “Lock her up!”

And like the classic demagogue he is, Trump encourages the craziness, bellowing nonsense about Hillary Clinton being a drugaddled criminal, who shouldn’t be allowed to seek the presidency, and claiming that the election has been rigged by a sinister conspiracy of nearly everyone on earth who ever has criticized him.

Since I’m obviously part of this worldwide plot, let me offer

some conspiratorial criticisms directed at Trump by my fellow election-riggers. A Washington Post article said: “He is the logical extension of rampant racism. He is the logical extension of wealth worship. He is the logical extension of pervasive anti-intellectualism. Trump is the logical extension of the worst of America. And the Republican Party was just the right place for him to park himself. Trump is fundamentally altering American politics — coarsening them, corrupting them, cratering them. And America… has only itself to blame. Republicans sowed intolerance and in its shadow, Trump sprang up like toxic fungi.”

Then there’s this from Michael Gerson, veteran Republican activist and former speech writer for President George W. Bush: “Trump is sickeningly cruel, boorish, bonkers, subversive, conspiratorial, obsessive, authoritarian and reckless with the reputation of American democracy.”

I could go on ad nauseum, but we mustn’t let the Grand Global Conspiracy grow too obvious.

People might wonder if it actually exists. And what about the people who still support Trump — easily the most vile, despicable person ever to get this close to the presidency? I’ll just ask a simple question I read in an online article: “What in hell is wrong with you people?” What is wrong with the Republican Party, that it has fallen so far from its noble origins to embrace such a candidate? What is wrong with people who are willing to risk the future of the United States, and even the future of the world, on so contemptible a person? What is wrong with people who call themselves “conservative Christians,” but stand ready to vote for a man who is the moral antithesis of everything they profess to believe? No demagogue can prevail without legions of mindless enablers who are as morally bankrupt as the strongman himself.

So what’s next for today’s GOP, the Nuremberg Rallies?

Rev. Robert Plaisted Bridgton

with our gifts and that we WILL get it right with practice. When the guest music makers joined with Skylark, the musical conversation transcended all the contentious political conversation that has been going on these days to make us feel, well, sometimes downright crazy or so despondent, we wonder if even music or beauty can cheer us up. Those playing guitars, keyboard, and drums did not compete with the vocalist or the violin but combined forces with each other and then with strangers to create the best conversation I’ve heard recently.

Two women, one who played the trumpet and another who played the saxophone, did such exquisite riffs on songs that ranged from Bob Dylan to old Broadway tunes, both the music and our spirits soared so high I thought that maybe there really might be Paradise on this Earth.

What made the evening even more delightful was the exuberant joy unleashed by siblings, some with different colored skin, physical handicaps, and, I suspect, other challenges as well. As far as I was concerned, both children and adults who made music were far more inspirational than well-known celebrity types who are paid great sums of money for their performances. It just goes to show that when strangers come together within our community

to make music for the benefit of a good cause, miracles and magic DO happen. Individual families become extended families. It could not have been a better demonstration of what IS possible when we, the people, join forces with our special gifts to feed one another to make our physical, economic, emotional and spiritual lives move forward with love, rather than the kind of judgmental attitudes that produce the very opposite of our most fundamental ideals. Let the ripple effects of this evening and many more spread far and wide.

I cannot thank everyone enough who participated in making me believe that authentic hope IS possible within this world and that one’s spirit does not have to be buried in detritus and mud but it can soar.

This dinner, alas, was a response to far too much, often hidden, hunger and poverty within our local communities. I did learn at the dinner that 17 percent of those in Bridgton are receiving supplemental food benefits.

Another letter to the editor will be coming soon from the Lake Region Hunger Action Committee to publicize new statistics about hunger in Maine. I do hope the funds raised at this wonderful harvest dinner will help the nine food pantries in our area.

Virginia (Tilla) Durr Bridgton

Memorable event

To The Editor: The harvest dinner held on Saturday night at the Crooked River Fryeburg and Lake Region Area Adult Education Center to raise funds for food pantries in Cumberland County, as well as the Sweden food pantry in Oxford County, was a lovely, memorable event. The turkey dinner with a huge assortment of desserts was delicious. Of greater importance was the manner in which volunteers worked together. What was truly great about this evening was the infectious spirit that flowed from person to person who attended this great event. I can’t help but believe it will have a ripple effect, spreading needed goodwill to a world in microcosm that seems locked into the spirit of competitive combat. When I heard the Skylark band from Denmark, I thought the evening could not get better, but it did. There was the triumph of those performing for the first time in public to remind us all to continue to take risks

AMANDA, the daughter of Peter Lewis, is described by her dad as a “living stream of consciousness who never seems to stop moving or thinking or being clever; she is an energized bit of cheery momentum, like a butterfly, but with a better sense of direction.”

Grey sweatshirt

(Continued from Page 1D) although my first thought came from a bit further east and two centuries later, in the work of the Dutch master Johannes Vermeer, who, had he wrought this work in pigments instead of pixels, would have surely titled it, “Girl with a grey sweatshirt.”

Late that night, lying in my bed and staring up at my ceiling, I began thinking about my two children. Astonished as I was by Amanda’s quick portrait, I was even more astonished by the kind of people my grown son and daughter had become.

Gracious, intelligent, cheerful, optimistic, kind, funny, confident, faithful…and so the list of superlatives went on. Not perfect, of course, but delightful and admirable, and my two closest friends.

How did I manage to fledge such wondrous creatures? I wondered. Then, realizing that I was holding my wife’s hand, and that the past 31 years of parenthood had certainly been a team effort, I quickly corrected myself. I did not do this alone, I whispered into the quiet darkness. And lying there amazed and thankful, the continuing presence of the grace of God washed over me, and I corrected myself again. We did not do this alone.

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A tall, old basswood tree in our yard is riddled with horizontal rows of small, neatly drilled holes that have been there a very long time. It is the work of the yellow-bellied sapsucker. Recently, I was shown a photograph, taken nearby, of an old apple tree limb that was almost completely covered with neatly spaced rectangular holes. It, too, was the work of a yellow-bellied sapsucker, but these holes were quite different from the neatly drilled holes on our basswood tree.

Yellow-bellied sapsuckers are members of the woodpecker family. Like the other woodpeckers, they cling to the side of a tree, using their stiff tail feathers to prop themselves up. They have strong bills, useful for drilling into bark and for excavating nest cavities. We commonly see a half-dozen species of woodpeckers in this area, but the yellow-bellied sapsucker is the only one who is truly migratory. We first notice them in April, when they announce their arrival by drumming. Unlike the other local woodpeckers, the sapsuckers will drum on metal, such as the cottage’s metal stovepipe, or a metal road sign, or even the metal transformer on the power pole. They also drum on wood, but no matter what the drumming surface, the rhythm of the tapping is somewhat irregular and, unlike the drumming of other woodpeckers, slows down at the end. By October, the yellow-bellied sapsuckers have left us to spend the winter in the southeastern U.S., the West Indies, Mexico, or in Central America as far south as Panama.

The name sapsucker refers to the birds’ method of obtaining food, since tree sap makes up a considerable portion of their diet. In the spring, when they arrive in the north, they use their bill to drill small round holes in the tree’s bark, usually spaced closely together in a horizontal line. These holes, known as sap wells, go deep enough into the bark to reach the xylem cells, which, according to Mary Holland, author of Naturally Curious, transport the sap that carries nutrients from the tree roots up to the leaves. Humans in this area are also familiar with this resource, tapping maple trees in late winter to collect sap, which is then boiled down to make maple syrup.

Once the sap wells have been dug, the sapsuckers visit them daily to keep them open and flowing, drawing out the sap with their tongue. Like other birds who come north to breed and raise their families, sapsuckers quiet down after they have established territories and begun nesting, but they do not stop drilling sap wells. After trees leaf out in the spring the sapsuckers switch to a different kind of sap collecting, according to Birds of North America, birdsna.org. They no longer drill into the deeper xylem cells of the tree’s cambium layer, but excavate shallower wells that reach only the phloem cells. These are found closer to the outside of the bark and are the cells through which nutrient-filled sap flows down from the leaves to the root system. This sap is thicker, moves more slowly, and can consist of more than 10 percent sucrose. The phloem sap wells are initiated as a series of lateral slits in the bark, which the bird enlarges upward until they become rectangular in shape. Like the small round wells dug in the spring, these must be kept open constantly to keep the sap flowing.

Although tree sap is a major part of the yellowbellied sapsucker’s diet, year round they eat any insects they discover under the bark and they will fly out from a branch to capture insects in midair. They also eat fruit and the cambium layer of the tree.

Next April we will be listening for the bird’s irregular drumming, alerting us to its arrival, but for now, with the leaves off the trees, we have a chance to search for old sap wells on the tree trunks.

Republicans or Democrats decide to compromise to get a bill passed, you should figure it is because it will be in their own and corporate America’s best interests and, in addition, will appease their constituents so they can retain power.

Sometimes what is really helpful to the majority of us is accomplished, but rarely in a timely, practical, progressive manner. Many times it is assumed that throwing large amounts of money at problems without proper accountability for how it is spent is a suitable solution. Many actions taken are merely quick fixes with little or no thought given to long-term consequences. Examples might include privatizing federal prisons and NAFTA treaties (especially those with Mexico), which may help to explain our reluctance or inability to enforce sensible immigration regulations. We have symbiotic relationships with many other industrialized countries, which have made making adjustments in international diplomatic policies and domestic laws and regulations much more complicated than in decades past.

I think the influence of both the entertainment and professional sports industries has created an American culture in which the arrogant statement of actor Jack Nicholson, when being questioned in a military court by Tom Cruise’s character, shouts out, “The TRUTH! You want the truth? YOU CAN’T HANDLE THE TRUTH!!” is closer to reality than any of us want to admit. If we know the facts, then someone might expect US to DO something to help solve problems. Ben Franklin predicted it would take determined involvement by every citizen to make the system set up in the Constitution successful in the future. Knowing the truth does not always prepare us to accept the truth. Will a cure for greed and self-indulgence among humans be discovered and successfully distributed worldwide in our lifetime?

Cindy Alden West Fryeburg

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Plans are underway for Festival of Lights

I know it’s cliché because we are all saying it, but hasn’t fall been fantastic?!

I have appreciated the warm days and evenings too as I have a friendly competition with my husband as to who will turn the heat on first.

I turned the heat on Sunday night the 16th of October for the first time and he had turned it on last month, so I won!

Our record is Veterans’ Day, but that was many years ago when we lived in a house with a fireplace, so not a fair fight really. The next competition is who puts on a down coat first, so game on!

The Bridgton Board of Selectmen will be spending their meetings in late October and November for discussions on the next program year (starting July 1, 2017) for the use of the Community Development Block Grant funds. I encourage your attention and participation in these discussions so we are using the funds to forward projects, services and programs that are in the public interest.

I am working with local marketing wonder woman Christine Dombroski on an ad for the Maine Tourism Association’s book that is given out to hundreds of thousands of travelers to Maine.

There is room on this advertisement to house businesses so if you are interested in pricing, let me know! I am also meeting with Channel 6 to plan for video and ad production with them in the future (for next year’s department

budget, that is). So marketing projects are heavy on my plate at the moment as I also have upcoming tradeshows I am prepping for with Maine Biz, site selection professionals, bus tour companies and with commercial real estate professionals in Maine (MEREDA).

The promotion/branding plan RFP is almost done for release too so look for that in the paper.

Speaking of Christine, I also met with another awesome person working out of his home. I seem to meet someone all the time like this.

I know there are incredibly talented folks doing wonderful things from their homes here in Bridgton. We need to put you all in the same room sometime to network — good idea? Would you go or do you like to stay hidden? Let me know, quietly if necessary.

The Food Study grant is out online. It can be found here: www.crcworks.org/ melakes16.pdf Ken Meter of CRC Works did a great job with this document; the data is fantastic! I am looking to convene the folks that participated in this effort likely in January to talk about next steps with improving access to local foods.

I attended the Maine Development Foundation annual meeting. One of the speakers was from the National Institute for Civil Discourse, which was timely.

It was a good talk for certain and a reminder to encourage civility in our relationships

Undertaking a modern odyssey

(Continued from Page 1D) people — one native-born, the other an immigrant from India (seemingly) — were adamant that they accompany us out to the parking lot where our son’s car awaited to carry us home.

All of this service was free. One of the rewards of living a long and virtuous life, I suppose.

Other, less-appealing aspects of post-modern travel do not stop at the water’s edge, however. You pay for a simple snack in Europe just as on this side of the Atlantic. When crossing that great watery divide, however, there is a never-emptying cornucopia of good [and free] things to eat.

The dress code is “no dress code” anywhere on the globe, except for those travelers who bring their own customs and regulations with them and appear in traditional or religiousinspired dress. You certainly get a colorful idea of the diversity in world societies on an international flight.

It seems a shame that some of our American and other leaders would reduce all of us to monochromatic, think-alike drones.

Travel broadens you, they say. Sometimes it ends in a great blur of memories, but if you are careful, perceptions can be sharpened.

Henry Precht is a retired Foreign Service Officer.

Planning Front

by Anne Krieg Bridgton Director of Planning, Economic & Community Development and our work in the public realm, as well as meetings.

I also attended the Maine International Trade meeting, and will be attending a conference on broadband in Maine and an event on Healthy Downtowns. Networking like this not only helps me learn and see what others are doing, but allows me to get the message out on how great it is here in Bridgton.

The Building Committee has been meeting and helping us with Bridgton Community Center improvements, as well as the next phase of the Town Hall renovations.

Greater Portland Council of Governments officers (I am second vice president) have been busy meeting on budget issues and planning for staff for the next year. Their staff member, Rick Harbison, has been busy here in Bridgton giving us background data for the Main Street Improvement project. If you see a drone flying around Main Street, don’t panic, it’s likely his! The videos he has done on Main Street are on Vimeo, so check it out.

I have been asked to represent land use planners by our town attorney office, Drummond Woodsum, to work with the Maine Professionals for the Regulation of Marijuana. The group does not take a position on Question 1, but rather to work with legislators to, if it does pass, ensure that the regulations are tightened and are fair. My perspective is to allow town to control the location of retail outlets, to ensure consumer protections are in place, that there is ample state oversight, and that police and human resource professionals are equipped to address issues pertaining to possible impairment.

Do you have your purple lights up at your home or business? October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and we are promoting the showing of purple lights in solidarity with the victims and in support of and gratitude to those who work with victims of domestic violence.

Did you get to the Fryeburg Fair? I spent an evening there

Wednesday, November 2: House-moving Day! Rufus Porter Museum’s Nathan Church House

It will be a historic event!

The house will move from 67 N. High east past the monument, down Main Street to Church Street. Due to the size of the building and need to adjust power and telephone lines Main Street and N. High will be closed for periods of time on November 2.

Street Closures: 8:45 a.m. N. High Street will be closed and traffic rerouted. As soon as the Church house has passed the Monument it will reopen. Late morning/ midday Main Street (from Depot St. to the Monument) and a portion of Church Street will be closed (in front of Rufus Porter Museum and part of the Library parking lot).

Thank you to the Town of Bridgton and the Bridgton Police, Fire and Rescue for donating their time escorting the building on its move and for diverting traffic.

We are thankful for the community’s wonderful support that has made this move possible and for your patience on November 2.

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QUESTIONS Rufus Porter Museum 647-2828

QUESTIONS Town of Bridgton Police Dept. 647-8814

and it was great, as always. I love the lights on everything going from dusk to dark; the midway is always exciting. I spent a lot of time looking at the animals, the horse pull and all of the booths.

The Land Use & Zoning Committee took a muchdeserved break in September, but will be hitting the project again in late October. They plan to hold public suppers, discussions in local bars and coffee shops and the like to meet with you to talk about land use issues and the future of development in Bridgton.

Look for those dates, times and places and please come to share your thoughts, hear about how zoning can encourage what you want to see be developed and controlled, what you don’t want to see

developed and learn why you can really do that!

Plans are underway for Festival of Lights. The event is on Dec. 3 so watch for information on the schedule for this year coming next month.

I encourage businesses, social/ philanthropic groups, and student organizations to plan now for a float — a nighttime parade to celebrate winter is such a great event and it’s a fun commencement of the holiday season! I encourage businesses to hold special sales that day/evening to capture customers that are right there on your doorstep. I will create an ad for the specials you may be having, so let me know by e-mail (krieg@bridgtonmaine. org) what you will be doing and you will be part of the ad.

Let me know before Nov. 17 as I will do two weeks worth of ads!

I hope to see you at the polls, if you have not already voted. I will be there to answer your questions about what’s going on in Bridgton, hear your thoughts, ideas and concerns about Bridgton, or, I am there just to say “hi” and to thank you for voting. This bal-

lot is heavy with a lot of ballot questions affecting Mainers, not to mention the national question for our next president! Please do vote; your vote matters! We have seen ballots and elections pass with a handful of votes. Also, many people that came before us fought hard to give you the vote so don’t let their fight be for naught.

Best wishes for Halloween — don’t forget to come to the Recreation Department’s party at the town hall and enjoy trick or treating in our downtown neighborhoods. I have my decorations ready and my costume too! I love Halloween — as a planner, it is a widelyheld fact in the profession that Halloween is a symbol of successful downtown neighborhoods; that is, if you hand out a lot of candy then you have an awesome, walkable neighborhood. I know growing up outside of Syracuse, N.Y. in a neighborhood of half-acre or less lots, our mission was to get to as many houses as humanly possible, so efficiency of neighborhoods was key!

See you at the Town Hall to vote on Nov. 8!

EXPANDING THE MEMORIAL — Volunteers from the Harrison Fire Department recently increased the size of the Veterans’ Memorial in Harrison on Saturday, Oct. 15.

Taking part in the expansion were (left to right) Al Lisowski, Maurice Kautz, Richard Schieferstein, secretary of the American Legion Post 139, Henry Hudson III, and Richard Sykes. (Photo by Cynthia Wentworth)