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Lawyer: Inspector should be hired

JOSHUA BONNELL of Haverhill, Mass. was described as a “happy kid,” who had aspirations of attending Maine Maritime Academy. This photo was from a Facebook page.

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Did the Bridgton Board of Selectmen act outside its authority Nov. 23 by voting not to fill the new position of Fire Inspector? The Maine Municipal Association thinks it did.

“The position should have been filled last year and really should be filled as soon as possible,” MMA Staff Attorney Amanda Meader wrote in a Nov. 20 memo, responding to a request for advice on the “level of authority of a select board” made by Town Manager Mitch Berkowitz after the Nov. 23 vote. Citing a Michigan court decision in which a mayor refused to spend $750,000 that

his council had earmarked to fund an additional fire squad, Meader said, “The mayor may not use discretion as a guise for frustrating this intention.”

Therefore, in Bridgton’s case, neither the town manager nor the selectmen has the discretion not to fill the Fire Inspector position if voters agreed to fund it.

“If the Select Board does not have the authority to thwart the will of the voters (as indicated through town meeting) then neither do you,” Meader wrote to Berkowitz, who had also asked whether he could choose not to fill the position.

Meader’s opinion, while definitive, did not settle the debate at Tuesday’s board meet-

ing, however. Members Bernie King, Bob McHatton and Doug Taft, who had voted not to fill the position on Nov. 23, said they weren’t happy with the way Berkowitz had worded his inquiry to Meader. They pointed out that Berkowitz did not mention that the Fire Inspector position was not listed as a separate line item, but was included as part of the overall fire department budget.

“So, townspeople didn’t know there was a (fire inspector) position” when they voted to fund the fire department budget, said McHatton. But Berkowitz, along with Selectmen Woody Woodward and Paul Hoyt, who wanted to fill the position, said Town Meeting voters had

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Teen killed in Route 35 crash NAPLES — Joshua Bonnell was a “happy kid” who liked to build things and enjoyed the great outdoors.

The 17-year-old senior at Haverhill High School (Mass.) died Friday when his vehicle failed to negotiate a curve on Harrison Road and struck a tree at a high rate of speed at about 11:05 p.m., according to the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department.

Police say Bonnell was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash, and was pronounced dead at the scene.

His 15-year-old brother, Austin, was a passenger, and was wearing a seatbelt. Austin was partially-ejected from the vehicle, but was required to be extricated using the “Jaw’s of Life,” according to police.

He was later flown to Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston by LifeFlight. He suffered broken legs and a concussion. Austin is a freshman at Haverhill High School.

The crash is still under investigation by the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office and members of the Cumberland County Crash Reconstruction Team. At this point, speed is a factor, but alcohol is not.

Gary and Susan Bonnell, the boys’ parents, own property in Naples.

According to an Eagle Tribune report, Joshua had met with Haverhill High School Principal Bernard Nangle

before the Thanksgiving break to ask him for a letter of recommendation. Joshua planned to apply to Maine Maritime Academy.

“The Haverhill High School community is deeply saddened by the tragedy that befell the family of Josh and Austin Bonnell,” said Nangle in a email to school staff. “We are stunned by the loss of Josh, as he was a bright and witty teenager who brought joy into a room with his warm and friendly ways.”

Joshua was active in student theater. During his freshman and sophomore years at Haverhill H.S., Joshua helped build stage sets for school plays.

“He was pretty handy with a hammer and was always willing to lend a hand,” said Nangle in the Eagle Tribune (North Andover, Mass.) report.

“He helped construct a lot of theatrical sets. He could do it all.”

Joshua was also an outdoor enthusiast. On his Facebook page, Josh posted photos of a squirrel sitting on his shoulder, paddling a kayak, riding ATVs and snowmobiles.

“He was a nice, hard-working and smart kid who came from a great and intelligent family,” said retired Tilton Elementary School Principal Raymond Sierpina.

The Bonnells were very

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access to the budget booklet that listed the position and all other expenses comprising the fire department budget.

“This is not an issue of we’re going to win and you’re going to lose,” said Berkowitz. He said that Meader’s opinion “in a sense, disappoints me,” because it leaves no room for discretion if an expense is later seen not to be necessary after it is approved at Town Meeting. He said he didn’t raise the issue at the Nov. 23 meeting because “It just went right over my head.”

Woodward acknowledged that the way Berkowitz worded his inquiry “could imply” that the Fire Inspector position was listed separately, as a new INSPECTOR, Page A

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Selectmen are chipping away at a long list of overdue projects by making a list and sticking to it.

They don’t want to lose sight, as often happens, of issues they’ve promised the voters they would address.

Near the top of that list are renovations to the Old Town Hall. Voters agreed over a year ago in a nonbinding vote the historic building was worth saving — as long as it wasn’t too costly. Given a range of price options, from a full historic reconstruction to basic structural repairs, voters preferred spending around $400,000.

On Tuesday, the board voted to send out a Request for Proposals to have a basic structural review performed on the North High Street building as a first step.

“We got our litmus test” through the straw poll, said Town Manager Mitch Berkowitz.

He said the RFP description needs to be kept sufficiently general in nature, because the board is still divided on what uses would be allowed to take place there after renovations are complete.

Currently, Town Hall is used extensively by the town’s Recreation Department for highBEING A TURKEY WAS A GOOD THING — Bill and Marsha Wood of Harrison got into the impact basketball and other spirit of the day last Thursday when they took part in the inaugural Turkey Day 5K to benefit sports. Selectmen Bernie King, St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital. The event raised $1,500 as 65-plus took part.

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‘Second set of eyes’ reports on Casco revaluation

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO – The owner of the firm hired to oversee the property revaluation process reported at Tuesday night’s meeting that 85 percent of the properties in

Casco have been assessed.

In the coming months, the assessors will try to arrange interior visits to the homes – to get a more accurate picture of the market value.

Unfortunately, this gen-

eration’s families are so busy those homeowners are seldom home, according to Robert A. Konczal.

“Now, the goal is to get inside as many homes as possible,” he said.

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — With daytime temperatures sticking right around the freezing mark, Mainers do what they can to stay warm. And, community members respond to the needs of their neighbors.

According to various news reports, a limited supply of funding is allocated to aid with the purchase of home heating oil. Often, state or federal assistance comes in the form of free

winterization in an attempt to stretch those dollars spent on heating fuel.

In many communities, the result is a grassroots effort to create heating assistance funds for residents in need. Also, groups have tried to find creative solutions to keeping residents warm during the winter — often, despite small budgets or no money at all to support that goal.

This month, the towns of Casco and Naples have estab-

lished community warming sites. The sites are low-cost because they are located at places that are already in operation during the day.

In Casco, the official “warming hut” is the town’s library; and in neighboring Naples, during town office hours, the large, carpeted meeting room will serve as a warming site.

Casco resident and warming site organizer Lynne Potter said, “Anyone who wants to go to the library and warm up,

“But, I tell you what: People just aren’t home anymore. Even the kids get jobs,” he said.

Konczal, a certified Maine assessor who owns his firm, is the ‘second set of eyes’ hired by the Casco Board of Selectmen

to oversee the property revaluation job being done by winning bidder Vision Government Solutions.

Selectman Grant Plummer asked what the pros and cons were if residents allowed or did not allow assessing team into homes.

“Them getting inside? Is that a critical piece? Is it necessary for the homeowner? Is it instead of cranking up their beneficial to the homeowner?” heat, is welcome.”

Plummer asked.

At the Casco Public Library, Konczal said that it is hard not only is the building warm, for busy people to arrange for but it is also inviting, Potter said. There are plenty of activities to keep a person busy from using the library’s computers to hooking up a personal laptop to Established 1870 WiFi, or simply curling up with P.O. Box 244, 118 Main St. a good book.

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someone to walk through their house. It is not legally necessary to open the doors to one’s home to the assessors, and people in that field often can figure fair market value without a walkthrough.

It is better to get it right the first time, Konczal answered.

So, if the property owner can coordinate with Vision’s employees, they can assist with a more accurate assessment of the home’s current market value.

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Consolidate fire, rescue in Casco?

By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — An almost precise plan for consolidating Casco’s fire and rescue departments has been on the table for quite a while. In fact, most volunteers often assume it is already in place.

However, a complete consolidation is still around the corner. It could be a reality as early as next summer; and, there are a few steps toward implementing the plan.

First, each department (fire and rescue are still separate) will have to draft two budget options — one based on current expenses of that department, and another projecting costs if the departments were combined. Secondly, Casco voters must have their say-so during the town meeting in June. Therefore, the timeline to combine the departments could be July 1, 2013.

Fire Chief Jason Moen and Rescue Chief Holly Hancock talked about following through with the consolidation plan that has already been put to paper.

They brought their presentation before the Casco Board of Selectmen recently.

“We are trying to create a common administration to make everything run smoother,” Hancock said.

Chief Moen explained, “More than anything it is merging one administration with another. It would be one public safety department.”

“There would be a fire chief.

Then, there would be deputy chiefs over each station. There will be one less position, and duties will be reassigned. (The consolidation process) is about streamlining operations,” he said.

“The consolidation idea has been on the horizon for a while.

When I came aboard as chief, I made it one of my management goals to make it happen,” Moen said.

During the Nov. 13 selectmen’s meeting, the general consensus was to move forward with the plan at the budgetary level.

“The accounting codes are going to be the biggest challenge. The purchase order codes and the account codes — a big part will be merging those together,” Moen said.

In addition to voter approval of the 2013-14 budget for a single fire and rescue department, “There are some town ordinances that would have to be modified that would allow

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the consolidation to happen,” Moen said.

Changes to town ordinances would require the go-ahead from voting residents. That is the general sentiment of the community members who serve as firefighters and emergency responders.

“We started these talks last year. We have talked with both departments and, the overall opinion of both departments is: ‘We wanna go forward with this,’” Moen said.

Hancock echoed his sentiment, “We have been talking about this for so long that some of our members think it has already happened. They are like, “Okay, didn’t we already do this?’ ” Currently, there are 40 volunteers in the fire department, and 13 people trained and certified to work on rescue.

In January 2012, Casco selectmen backed using existing funds to pay two rescue department employees to be present at the station during the daytime hours. One of the reasons behind this change was to shorten the response time to 9-1-1 calls. Another reason was to retain trained personnel by offering paid positions.

The next several months will present another phase in the evolution of Casco’s fire and rescue departments. That proposed change should come to light as the departments’ budgets are fine-tuned.

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EARLY MORNING FIRE struck the home of Steve and Sherry DeBeradinis, located on Cape Monday Road in Harrison.

Firefighters from eight departments responded to the Saturday blaze.

(Photo courtesy of Bud Finch)

Harrison fire cause: ‘electrical’

HARRISON — Fire caused significant damage to a Cape Monday Road home Saturday morning.

The Harrison Fire Department was toned out at 6:45 a.m. for a reported structure fire at 83 Cape Monday Road. Upon arrival, firefighters found the addition to the capestyle home, owned by Steve and Sherry DeBeradinis, to

be fully involved with flames quickly spreading to the main part of the house on both the first and second floors.

Crews initiated an exterior attack to bring the fire under control before establishing an interior attack to knock down the remaining fire in order to perform overhaul and salvage.

Damage to the house was significant with the addition

being burnt out completely and the main house having fire, smoke and water damage.

There were no injuries to firefighters.

An investigator from the Maine Fire Marshal’s Office reported Monday that the cause of the fire was “electrical in nature,” according to Harrison Town Manager Bud Finch.

Occupants at the time

the fire started were Sherry DeBeradinis, along her brother and sister-in-law. All were able to exit the house safely.

The Harrison Fire Department was assisted on scene by departments from Naples, Bridgton, Otisfield, Waterford, Raymond, Casco and Norway. Oxford provided standby coverage at Harrison Station.

everything is done.”

Jackson said she could not provide any details of the investigation that cleared Weymouth and Officers Andrew Ward and Dale Stout of wrongdoing, saying the report is a confidential record under state law because no disciplinary action

was taken against the officers.

The men were placed on paid administrative leave when the investigation began Oct. 25, but returned to duty after the results of the report were made public Nov. 8.

Jackson did say that the investigation cost around $2,800,

with Jonathan Goodman of the Troubh Heisler law firm in Portland receiving $2,595.25, and Town Attorney Robert Hark receiving $245.

Jackson immediately called for the investigation after receiving a copy of an anonymous letter and two photos, which were sent to The Bridgton News on Oct. 23. The letter alleged that Weymouth provided beer that had been confiscated by police for a Labor Day underage-drinking party at the home of town road department employee Richard year some unexpected legal Parmenter on Oxen Pull Road. battles arose, according to Town Manager Dave Morton.

The legal fees (which tally up to less than $20,000) stem from two court cases and a third item that was settled out of court, he said.

The board voted to back spending $13,500 — the amount not covered by the current legal budget. That money would be re-appropriated from the Undesignated Fund.

Also, this summer a cathoarding incident was brought to the attention of the town.

In its attempt to resolve the problems and protect the felines from being euthanized, the town’s Animal Control department was saddled with the costs of veterinarian fees and animal shelter services plus additional staff hours to care for the cats that were temporarily housed in the Casco Memorial School.

The town will have to approve “more money for the animal control account because of extra expenses we have encountered with the cathoarding and cat rescue case,” CASCO, Page A

One of the photos showed Stout and Ward, in uniform, posing with Parmenter’s wife Susan, and the letter said the two officers had allegedly attended the party, witnessed the underage drinking but did nothing.

Asked if the investigation was able to determine who wrote the letter, Jackson said, “I have no idea who wrote that letter.” Copies of the investigation report were given to the officers and were also placed in their personnel files, she said.

She added that the cost of the investigation was not covered by insurance.

Fryeburg to discuss beer confiscation process

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer FRYEBURG — Fryeburg Selectmen will discuss changes to the Fryeburg Police Department’s practice of dumping confiscated beer at the Transfer Station at tonight’s meeting, which starts at 6 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 29. The discussion comes following a three-week investigation into allegations of misconduct by Police Chief Philip Weymouth and two officers, in which all three men were “cleared of any wrongdoing,” according to a press release issued by the town on Nov. 8.

The policy will apply to any town department, not just the police department, with regard to “anything that the town takes possession of” in the course of daily activities, said Town Manager Sharon Jackson, who added, “We’re looking at how

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A handful of the town meeting warrant articles are budgetary items.

The residents of Casco will decide whether or not to reappropriate money to cover legal fees, a mid-summer cathoarding case, and the future disposal of two unsafe structures on private land.

On Tuesday, the board voted to recommend the amounts that will be listed on three articles.

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Annual town report dedicated to Eula Shorey

By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Bridgton Board of Selectmen voted Tuesday to dedicate the annual Town Report to Eula Shorey, longtime managing editor of The Bridgton News.

The vote came following an hour-long executive session that also included discussion of a land proposal off Kennard Street, with no other details made public.

Mrs. Shorey died Nov. 15, 2011, at age 97. She had been a journalist for over 75 years, of which over 30 were spent as managing editor of the News.

She moved to Bridgton in 1952 with her husband Henry A. Shorey after the death of Henry’s father, H.A. Shorey, to take over management of the family newspaper.

Mrs. Shorey earned many awards and honors for her service as a journalist in Maine and to the Bridgton community. She edited The Bridgton History, 1768-1968, and was founding member, president

and trustee of the Bridgton Historical Society, and was also very involved with the Bridgton Hospital Guild, the Bridgton Public Library and the Bridgton Arts and Crafts Society.

Road trip to see wastewater In other action at Tuesday’s meeting: Bridgton Selectmen Doug Taft and Bob McHatton will carpool with members of the Wastewater Committee to Rangeley soon to tour its Chick Hill Pollution Control Facility, with an eye toward possibly using its innovative technology to expand the capacity of the downtown sewer system.

Wastewater Committee member Glen “Bear” Zaidman has sparked particular interest in the Chick Hill plant’s aerated treatment lagoons, which allows effluent to be sprayed on land and used for snowmaking. According to their website, the Rangeley snowmaking system as constructed can convert approxi-

mately 250 gallons per minute of effluent into snow using any combination of the seven snow guns. The system was designed by WrightPierce Engineering, the same firm that Bridgton has hired to oversee ongoing improvements to its system.

The Wastewater Committee has recommended that the town begin looking for available land to expand the downtown sewer system, which has reached maximum capacity at its lower septic field. Without expansion, redevelopment possibilities are limited along Main Street.

The board also agreed to reallocate $1,983 in Community Development Block Grant Funds to the Bridgton Fuel Collaborative, operated by the Bridgton Community Center.

There are currently little funds remaining in the fuel collaborative’s account, and the assistance was seen as an appropriate way to use the undesignated CDBG funds.

VACCINATION EFFORT RECOGNIZED — (Left to right) Helen Twombly, RN, Infection Preventionist at Bridgton Hospital, accepted the recognition certificate from Kate Colby, Infectious Disease Epidemiologist, Maine CDC, and Becca Matusovich, Cumberland District Public Health Liaison, DHHS/Maine CDC. The certificate is signed by Maine Center for Disease Prevention and Control representatives Sheila G. Pinette, D.O., director, and Stephen D. Sears, M.D., MPH, State Epidemiologist.

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The Maine Center for yard Dumpsters. require residents’ vote, he said. Disease Control and Prevention, The town has not yet awardAny issue, which appears an Office of the Department of ed a bid for that job. However, as a warrant item, must get the the Health and Human Services, cost estimates between $7,000 selectmen’s signatures no less has honored Bridgton Hospital and $9,000 had been provided, than seven days before a town for vaccinating over 85% of their employees against influMorton said. meeting, Morton said.

The disposal of a second The special town meeting enza during the 2011-2012 seahome — the house where the is slated for Saturday, Jan. 12, son.

Each year, hospitals are cat-hoarding occurred — will 2013, at 9 a.m. likely be a more costly disposal process.

The board voted to recommend $24,000 for these upcoming costs to get rid of the two Woody Woodward of in Bridgton and in the State of dangerous and inhabitable Bridgton was honored with Maine. Add to that a wonderful buildings. the 2012 Innkeeper of the Year sense of humor and you can see Another issue that will Award by the Maine Innkeepers why Woody is our choice.” appear as an article is a resolu- Association (MEIA) at their 91st Woodward started his first tion for the town to forbid use annual meeting and conference, business at the age of 17 and of an oil pipeline for transport- held Nov. 5-6, at the Grand incorporated it at 20. He has ing tar sands oil — should that Summit Resort and Conference had a varied career including project happen. That resolution Center in Newry. employment as a magician, was brought forward by a citiWoodward received the deputy sheriff, police officer, zens’ signature petition. award from Peter Daigle of owner of a promotional marketAccording to Morton, there Lafayette Hotels. This presti- ing and events agency and CEO is no law or ordinance requiring gious award is made annually of the Arthritis Foundation of Casco to hold a special town to recognize an active innkeeper Maine. Woodward’s career in meeting. Like many towns, who has significantly contrib- the lodging industry began in Casco’s town meeting occurs uted to the development of the 1997, when he and his wife, in June and is the time the bud- Maine Innkeepers Association. Deanna became innkeeper/ownget is passed by land-owning The inscription on the award ers of Highland Lake Resort in residents. reads, “To an Innkeeper who Bridgton.

It has become customary for truly puts service above self.

Woodward has served on the Casco to keep scheduled its Woody is a great leader for Maine Innkeepers Association (Continued from Page A) special town meeting in January According to Casco Town as this provides an annual time our Association, but has accom- Board for 10 years and served Manager Dave Morton, period to attend to items that plished so much more as a com- as president in 2010 and 2011. munity leader for many years He currently serves as chair“Moving forward in June makes a lot of sense.”

“I think it is a good idea to go through the budget process with two budgets: One with two separate budgets as always, and another budget with the departments combined,” he said.

Selectman Ray Grant asked the chiefs if they would be comfortable with the June timeline.

“Administratively, it makes Open 7 Days 10am-5pm sense to start with a new budget year,” Moen responded.

Selectman Tracy Kimball ARRY ARKER S ARRY ARKER S liked the idea, too.

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“We have received no reimbursement yet” from the owner of the cats, he said.

Selectmen voted unanimously to accept Article 2 for $27,500, which will also be taken from the Undesignated Fund Account.

Another item, which was not appropriated for the 2012–13 fiscal year, is the cost for the disposal of a privately-owned, vacant house. Following a public hearing last month, the selectmen unanimously declared the building hazardous to the public. Also, the board accepted Code Enforcement Officer Don Murphy’s plan to remove the structure with an excavator and

required to provide the Maine CDC with self-reported health care worker influenza vaccination rates. Over the past year, Maine CDC worked in collaboration with the Maine Hospital Association and the Maine Infection Prevention Collaborative to refine the data collection process and improve

the overall quality of the health care worker vaccination coverage data.

Fifteen Maine hospitals were recognized by the organization for their commitment to vaccinating employees against influenza, a proven strategy to decrease transmission of the flu to vulnerable patients.

Woodward named Innkeeper of Year

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man of the board and is trea- helps its members achieve surer of the MEIA Education prosperity and deliver a quality product to the consumer.

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Woodward has served his community as a member of the Bridgton Board of Selectmen.

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Items on Bridgton Police blotter 21, of Bridgton was arrested on warrants for unpaid fines for operating a motor vehicle after habitual offender revocation, attaching false plates, driving to endanger and reckless operation of an ATV by Bridgton Police Officers Mac McCormick and Todd Smolinsky. Mr. Manchester was transported to the Cumberland County Jail in Portland.

9:54 p.m. A 2002 Jeep Liberty, operated by Jevon J. Carr of Staten Island, ran into a barrier at a gas pump at Mobil on the Run on Main Street.

At 10:10 p.m., Carr, 20, was arrested for operating without a license and attaching false plates by Bridgton Police Officer Todd Smolinsky. Mr. Carr was released on personal recognizance.

Monday, Nov. 19 2:40 a.m. A male reportedly stole two bottles of vodka from a Main Street store.

7:04 a.m. A 1999 Subaru Forester, owned by a Sebago resident, reportedly passed a stopped school bus, with flashing red lights, on Portland Road.

12 p.m. Brandon S. Hodgdon, 26, of Waterford was charged with theft by unauthorized taking or transfer by Bridgton Police Officer Josh Muise.

2:41 p.m. Police received a report that an elderly Naples man, who was supposed to be waiting in a van for his wife, drove away from the hospital parking lot. When a granddaughter went to check on the man, she found that the van was gone. A State Police trooper located the man on the Maine Turnpike, going northbound.

Tuesday, Nov. 20 11:43 a.m. Police responded to a disturbance on Hospital Drive.

5:50 p.m. A Plummers Landing Road resident reported a possible case of fraud, regarding receiving calls bearing a California number.

11:08 p.m. Police received a report that a teenage boy had taken some of his mother’s pills.

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Deputy McGee filed a report regarding a burglary at a Poland Spring Road location in Casco at 2 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 17 Deputy Anderson handled a burglary (residence) complaint at a Lake House Road location in Naples at 2:35 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 18 Deputy Hall investigated a theft from a motor vehicle at a Poland Spring Road location in Casco at 8:14 a.m.

Deputy Hall responded to a traffic accident with property damage at a Roosevelt Trail location in Naples at 10:31 a.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 20 Deputy Anderson investigated a burglary at a Park Access Road location in

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20, of Bridgton was arrested for operating a motor vehicle without a license by Bridgton Police Officer Brad Gaumont.

Mr. Ray was also charged with illegal possession of liquor by a minor (by consumption) and was released on personal recognizance.

6:30 a.m. Gretta M. Sens, 20, of Bridgton was arrested for furnishing a place for minors to consume liquor by Bridgton Police Officer Brad Gaumont.

Ms. Sens was also charged with illegal possession of liquor by a minor (by consumption) and was released on personal recognizance.

3:49 p.m. Police responded to a possible burglary in progress at a South Hotchkiss Lane residence. Possible suspects were three teens, wearing sweatshirts.

Sunday, Nov. 25 8:05 p.m. Matthew S. Cummings, 26, of Harrison was arrested for two counts of violating conditions of release

by Bridgton Police Officers Mac McCormick and Todd Smolinsky. Mr. Cummings was transported to the Cumberland County Jail in Portland.

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2:11 p.m. Patricia L. Douthett, 54, of Harrison was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence and operating a motor vehicle without a license by Bridgton Police Officer Phillip Jones. Ms. Douthett was released on bail.

6:57 p.m. A Sweden Road resident reported that someone was knocking on her door for the past 10 minutes.

Thursday, Nov. 22 7:18 a.m. A white cargo trailer was reportedly stolen from a Harrison Road property.

9:06 a.m. A 2002 Ford, operated by Timothy A. O’Neil of Lynnfield, Mass. collided with a deer on North High Street.

3:49 p.m. A resident asked to speak with police regarding teens riding up and down Zion Hill Road on four-wheelers and motorbikes.

9:50 p.m. Darrell E. Vaughn, 23, of North Bridgton was charged with operating a motor vehicle after suspension by Bridgton Police Officer Brad Gaumont.

9:50 p.m. Kimberly L. Spears, 22, of Casco was charged with permitting unlawful use by Bridgton Police Officer Brad Gaumont.

11:50 p.m. Jonathan R. Pickett, 21, of Bridgewater, Massachusetts was charged with illegal transportation of drugs by Bridgton Police Officer Brad Gaumont.

Friday, Nov. 23 6:10 a.m. A 2003 Volkswagen Jetta, operated by Clark E. Sulloway of Bridgton, rolled over on South Bridgton Road.

8:45 a.m. A keychain with six keys was turned in to police.

11:25 a.m. Police investigated a possible burglary at a Kansas Road residence.

12:26 p.m. A man was taking pictures on a Pond Road property, and the owner asked police to charge the man with trespassing since the land was marked.

1:53 p.m. Police responded to a report of an out-of-control 11-year-old.

Saturday, Nov. 24 3:20 a.m. Benjamin R. Calileo, 21, of Bridgton was arrested for permitting unlawful use by Bridgton Police Officer Brad Gaumont. Mr. Calileo was released on personal recognizance.

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These items appeared on the Bridgton Police Department blotter. This is a partial listing: Tuesday, Nov. 13 8:47 p.m. A Bayberry Lane resident reported hearing what sounded like a female screaming. It was later determined the noise was from an animal.

Wednesday, Nov. 14 11:30 a.m. A Raymond resident told a local store clerk that she would return to pay $16.10 for gasoline after a credit card was rejected. The female failed to return, so police were given her vehicle information.

Thursday, Nov. 15 6:55 a.m. Theresa Theriault, 27, of Bridgton was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear for a criminal mischief charge

by Bridgton Police Officer Todd Smolinsky. Ms. Theriault was released on bail.

10:38 a.m. Rebecca L. Berry, 22, of Casco was arrested on two warrants for failure to pay fines for operating after suspension by Bridgton Police Officer Phillip Jones. Ms. Berry was transported to the Cumberland County Jail in Portland.

Saturday, Nov. 17 12:22 a.m. Timothy G. Shepard, 33, of Bridgton was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence and operating after suspension by Bridgton Police Officers T.J. Reese and Brad Gaumont.

Mr. Shepard was released on personal recognizance.

4:02 p.m. Shoes were reportedly stolen from a Main Street store. On Monday, police charged a Lisbon Falls woman.

10:27 p.m. Police responded to a disturbance at a Portland Road residence.

Sunday, Nov. 18 • Police received a report that a man, reportedly in his early 50s with a short gray beard, who was wearing a black jacket, dark pants and glasses, approached an 11-year-old girl at a local store and offered her candy. The girl’s parent said the man kept hovering around his family while they were in the store. Police were asked to check the store to see if the subject was still there. Police searched the area, but were unable to locate the man.

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Bridgton keeps pace with projects (Continued from Page A) uses should not be allowed after repairs are completed, in order to protect the town’s investment of significant taxpayer dollars.

But Selectman Chairman Paul Hoyt said, “I feel totally the opposite,” reasoning that it doesn’t make sense to invest a lot of money in a building that would only be used at the annual town meeting or on election day.

The board agreed, however, that the debate over uses could wait for another day. Berkowitz said he would begin advertising the RFP as soon as next week. The cost for the review would come from the town’s contingency account. He said it’s difficult to say at this point what the total project costs might be.

Even if the scope of work is clearly outlined, “There are hidden costs when you start doing renovations of old buildings,” Berkowitz said.

Second polling place needed?

Another issue of concern was whether Bridgton needs a second polling location. Selectman Doug Taft said he heard from residents who were upset by the lack of parking and long lines at Town Hall on Election Day, Nov. 6.

Berkowitz said Town Clerk Laurie Chadbourne will be preparing a logistics report to allow the board to evaluate whether a second polling location is warranted. Taft said he realized a decision wasn’t needed until sometime before the next Presidential election, but that he wanted residents to know

their concerns had been heard.

He noted that the town would need to buy a second voting machine to service a second polling location, and that such machines are expensive.

Bridgton has around 4,000 registered voters, out of a total population of around 5,200 people. “There’s got to be another way we can move the lines along,” said Berkowitz.

Among other issues on the board’s radar is the status of a Local Housing Preference Ordinance.

With Avesta Housing, Inc.’s decision not to pursue a 24-unit apartment complex on Main Street, in the wake of the Nov. 6 failed Shoreland Zoning amendment, the question was raised of whether the town still needed to pursue rules that would give

Bridgton residents first dibs on new affordable housing opportunities.

“I still see it as a need,” Taft said. Others weren’t so sure.

Bridgton would be setting a legal precedent with such an ordinance, since no municipality currently imposes such a restriction.

The Community Development Committee had offered to draft the ordinance, but the board has not yet heard back from them on their progress.

Selectman also are tracking leftover recommendations regarding the Salmon Point Campground, capital improvement program priorities to be included in the upcoming 2014 budget, and a penalty policy for Shoreland Zoning violations.

News from Raymond Village Library

Health on Move free event Dec. 3

CASCO — Imagine a place where any and all of the health questions you have can be answered in one place — and you’ve imagined Health on the Move, a special free event planned for Monday, Dec. 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Crooked River Adult and Community Education Center on Route 11 in Naples.

Onsite you can get a free flu shot, get a TDAP booster, get your blood pressure screened, get some pre-screening for cancer, and a diabetes assessment, get support and find resourc-

es for substance abuse, to quit smoking, to find ways to have a healthy home, ask about oral health help for your children, parenting, accessing healthy local foods, accessing health care and help with parenting.

There will also be a representative there to offer classes to anyone in the community seeking to help better manage their chronic health conditions or to help support those who care for those with chronic conditions. A local trained instructor for the Living Well program will be there to HEALTH, Page A

‘Wish’ fundraiser

Running with Scissors Hair Salon on Main Street in Bridgton opens its doors on Saturday, Dec. 1 to support Make a Wish of Maine.

Professional hairstylists Sarah Lowell and Liza Chase will welcome walk-in clients for a “Cut-a-Thon,” offering haircuts in exchange for donations that will benefit a child in Maine.

Inspired by local Make A Wish recipient Ava LaBarge, 7, of Bridgton, Running with Scissors will donate 100% of the proceeds made on

Saturday to this wonderful foundation that grants wishes to children with life-threatening illnesses.

To keep customers warm, there’ll be hot dogs, hot chocolate and chili provided by Black Horse Tavern, available throughout the day and during the Bridgton Festival of Lights Christmas parade.

For $1, you can buy a star to hang on their tree outside the salon. Please help support this amazing cause by supporting a child’s wish.

to contribute to your library is to utilize the green plastic bags available at the library to collect your recyclable cans and bottles. When it is filled, just bring it down to the local Hannafords. The library will receive the money from the deposit to benefit the library materials and services. The library tends to use more beverages during the holidays, and this method not only helps keep your home uncluttered, but also helps support your library. Ask for the recycle bags the next time you come into the library.

More Holiday Gifts So far delicious treats and beautiful baskets for gift giving have been mentioned, but what else would you expect to find at a library? Books, books and more books. The library has an amazing assortment of books for sale, both paperbacks and hardcover books. They also have large print books and videos, which would make wonderful gifts for the special friends on your gift-giving list.

The library has copies of Ernie Knight’s, Raymond, Then and Now – Volumes 1 and 2, for that person who seems to have everything and is so difficult to buy for, specially priced at $10 for the holidays.

Like the library on Facebook Do you enjoy being up-todate on all that is happening?

It’s so easy to keep up with all that is going on at the Raymond Village Library. Simply like them on their Facebook page. If you do not belong to Facebook, you can easily access it by typing in www.facebook.com/ RaymondVillageLibrary. It is

kept current and has lots of pictures of library activities.

Being Thankful Even though Thanksgiving has now past, the Raymond Village Library continues to have many reasons for which to be thankful. The Norway Savings Bank has awarded the Raymond Village Library with a check of $500 for children’s books, writing, “We respect and admire the work your organization does on behalf of the Sebago Lakes Region and we are pleased to assist you in your efforts.”

This will enable the library to purchase many new books for the collection. Children’s books are one of the largest circulating collections in the library. Most children not only check out new books, but will often check out a favorite book over and over again. The library thanks Norway Savings Bank for their thoughtful and generous gift, supporting the library’s mission of offering quality library services to the community and continuing to be a dynamic library.

More Thanks Thanks to Hancock Lumber, Shed Happens and annual donation monies, a new little building, the “Book Barn” will house donated books for the annual book sale held in the spring and summer months at the library.

At present this is the library’s largest fundraiser.

The library would also like to thank Dan Edwards and Karyn Knights from Hancock Lumber, the town employees and the town council for their assistance in this huge endeavor. The Raymond Community is a wonderful place in which to live.

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BENEFIT CONCERT TO HELP FIGHT BULLYING — Nashville’s newest recording artist, Lexi James, will be speaking with Lake Region Middle School students this Friday about bullying, and will present a free concert in the Lake Region High School auditorium at 7 p.m. Donations will be accepted at the door, with proceeds benefitting the SAD 61 Anti-Bullying Program. Seating is limited, so arrive early.

Naples Library notes NAPLES — “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas” at the Naples Library, where the Christmas decorations are up and the children are counting the days until Santa and his helper makes their annual visit to Storytime on Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 10:30 a.m.

Meanwhile, in the Adult Library:

• Tuesday, Dec. 4 at 5 p.m.

— Sue Bohill will be leading a workshop in making an accordion photo album. Sign-up is required.

• Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. — Watkins Flowers will hold a workshop on creating a seasonal floral arrangement.

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• Tuesday, Dec. 11 at noon — Staff, volunteers and friends will gather for the annual Christmas “bring-a-dish” pot-

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• Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m.

— The Scrabble Club will meet.

Programs in the Children’s Library: • Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. — Storytime • Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

— Storytime with Music • Thursdays at 6 p.m. — Pajama Storytime • Thurs., Dec. 6 and 20, 4 to 5 p.m. — Lego Club The library will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Library hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Wednesdays from 2 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more details, call the library at 693-6841 or visit www. naples.lib.me.us

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Baskets for sale. They will be on sale through December, while they last. Those donating bake sale items should bring them to the library on Saturday, Dec. 8 between 4 and 6 p.m. This enables those working on the sale to get them arranged and priced for the next day.

Holiday Hours The library will be closed on Mondays, Dec. 24 and 31, but will be open on Sundays, Dec. 23 and 30. If in doubt, call the library at 655-4283.

There will be no Storytime on Dec. 26. The children’s programs will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 2.

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At a Glance Sunday, Dec. 9 — Annual Bake Sale, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 24 and 31 — Library will be closed Mondays — Baby/Toddler Playtime, 10:30 a.m.

Wednesdays — Storytime, 10:30 a.m.

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Lawyer: Inspector should be hired

CELEBRATING HIS FINISH — Beck Holden, formerly of North Bridgton and now a resident of Acton, Mass., twirls his scarf as he heads toward the end of the Turkey Day 5K in Harrison.

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(Continued from Page A) position, when it was not. He doubted, however, whether that would make any difference in Meader’s opinion, but agreed it made sense to clarify the information with Meader and see what she has to say. The board voted 5–0 to direct Berkowitz to send a revised inquiry, and told him to include supporting information from the budget booklet. McHatton also wanted to know whether the funds, if not used for a Fire Inspector, could be used for fire equipment.

McHatton and Taft both said they didn’t see why the position couldn’t be filled from within the ranks of the 50-plus member Bridgton Fire Department.

Fire Chief Glen Garland acknowledged that there were potentially qualified candidates within the department, but that he wanted to offer the job to non-members as well.

Garland said some professional firefighters have schedules that allow them time off during

the work week, during which they are available for per-diem work such as the eight-hour-aweek Fire Inspector position.

Bridgton’s firefighters are paid for training and during calls, and most have full-time jobs as well. The Fire Inspector’s position is an administrative position, in which the duties involve conducting annual inspections of both commercial businesses and rental housing.

In addition, the job requires advising the Bridgton Planning Board of any fire safety concerns related to projects coming before them.

If violations are found, the Fire Inspector would need to follow up to make sure those violations are corrected. “There are liability concerns,” said Garland. “And businesses aren’t going to be around on weekends and nights,” which often are the only free time available for members of his department, he said. “It’s getting harder and harder to make the administrative stuff work,” for the

Bridgton Fire Department, said Garland, who works full-time himself in Portland. “As the town continues to grow, we’re going to have (more fire safety inspection issues) moving forward,” he said.

Berkowitz said the town might also run into problems under the Fair Labor Standards Act, if it asked a firefighter to take on an additional job with a different level of authority and responsibility.

Selectman King still had questions about how the position came to be included in the budget. He said he was on the Budget Committee in April 2011, and took detailed notes of the meetings. “Nowhere in my notes do I even find a mention of this position” when Garland appeared before the committee to present his budget, King said.

McHatton said that the town has always listed any new positions as a separate line item in the budget. The practice has always been, “It was not buried

Heat is on at Lake Region area warming sites (Continued from Page A) during the daytime hours.

According to Potter, the population most likely to use a warming site is comprised of people who do not work outside of the home during the day such as retired folks and stay-at-home parents with a pre-school-aged child or children.

The Casco Library Board of Trustees will be meeting in the near future. At that time, the board may outline some reasonable restrictions and rules for the people who use the public building as a warming site, Potter said.

She advocated getting the information out to the public about warming sites in each town. Potter envisions network-

ing between the towns to provide places to go to stay toasty and socialize all week long.

According to Naples resident Barbara Adlard, who last week held an Open House for Naples’ sanctioned warming site, “We are trying to get the other towns involved, and get a list of warming sites for the community.”

Adlard said in addition to reducing heating bills, an important component of the site is “being together, and enjoying each other’s company.”

The warming site offers a variety of board games and a television. Also, coffee, tea and snacks will be available.

“On really cold days, we will serve soup,” Adlard said.

“We are hoping people will

Places to go to get warm this winter

Warming Site in Casco: The Casco Public Library, located in the Village off Route 121.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.

Warming Site in Naples: The Naples Town Office, located off Route 302on the western side of the Causeway.

Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays and Fridays.

feel free to come to this warming site,” she said.

“It is really important for people to know that they have a safe place to come — and it is the generosity of our selectmen that made this possible,” Adlard said.

Like at the Casco Public Library, people will have to abide by a few rules. At the town office, parents will be responsible for supervising their children so they do not interfere (Continued from Page A) with the employees working at active in the Tilton School community, and were involved in the the town office, she said.

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In addition to activities and “Josh had a very upbeat personality,” said Tilton teacher Kerri snacks, Adlard is planning to Alves in the Eagle Tribune report. “He was kind, he was funny, and host a series of presentations he was a sweet kid. Words can’t describe what kind of loss this is.” such as tips on heat conservation and how to avoid fraud and LOCALLY-OWNED & OPERATED scams aimed at senior citizens.

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There is a need for volunteers at the Naples warming site, she said.

In related news, a blanket

drive is underway in Casco.

Drop-off spots for the blankets include: the Casco Village Post Office, the Casco Community Center, the Casco Town Office and the library. The collection boxes are labeled, and easy to locate for residents who have extra blankets to spare.

“Busy Bee Laundromat and Cleaners is cleaning blankets before we distribute them. We appreciate them doing that,” Potter said.

The town office will serve as a blanket distribution center, and Debbie Poulin is the contact person for that end of the project.

in the budget — but I’m not going to use that word,” he said.

The debate points out the need to make sure new positions are listed as separate line items from now on, he added.

“With a position like this, when you buy it, you own it,” McHatton said.

Berkowitz agreed that the position itself, once established, would need to be included in future budgets, but that it could be “defunded,” by recommending a zero appropriation.

Casco reval (Continued from Page A) The revaluation process provides homeowners with public hearings to preview town-wide valuations, and an appeals process for people who disagree with the market value placed on their home and/or property, Konczal said.

“There will be an informal hearing so homeowners can double-check the information” and ask questions, he said.

According to Konczal, just like paying taxes and going to the dentist, property revaluations are not a well-loved process for the public.

“It is not like one kid going to the dentist, it is like all the kids in town going to the dentist,” Konczal said.

“It is not a pleasant thing. It takes a fair amount of time,” he said, later outlining the computer data that must be entered and interpreted by Vision.

“Unfortunately, in any revaluation process, anywhere in the nation, some people’s taxes will go up a bit. But, some people’s taxes will go down.”

Health on the move clinic (Continued from Page 5A) share as well.

The following partners will be available at the event to answer your questions and provide services and support: Bridgton Hospital, CarePartners, Maine CDC, Maine Families, MaineHealth, Southern Maine Agency on Aging, Tri-County Mental Health, health students from the University of New

England, VNA Home Health and Hospice and Living Well instructors from the Lake Region.

Door prizes will also be drawn; all who participate will be entered in the drawings for free gifts. There will also be activities for children, provided by students from St. Joseph’s College in Standish.

A free healthy lunch will be provided from 11:30 a.m.

to 12:30 p.m. This first Lake Region Health on the Move event is sponsored by the Cumberland District Health Council, in collaboration with Communities Promoting Health Coalition at the Opportunity Alliance and CrossWalk Community Outreach, a food security organization in Naples. For more information, call Zoe Miller at 553-5939.

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Christmas in Harrison Village this weekend HARRISON — Harrison Village will dress itself up once again for Christmas in Harrison, set for this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 30 and Dec. 1.

The festivities begin with soup and song on Friday at the Harrison Fire Department, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Donations will be welcomed at the event for the local food pantry. Friday is also a day for enjoying the homes and businesses that have

been beautifully decorated for the season. Santa will arrive at 6:45 p.m., where friends and neighbors will gather for the lighting of the Christmas tree at the Harrison Town Office.

Children are then invited to visit with Santa from 7 to 8 p.m.

Saturday starts out with a Buffet Breakfast at the Olde Mill Tavern from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., sponsored by the United

Parish Congregational Church of Harrison and North Bridgton.

Proceeds will go to Thanksgiving baskets, Christmas food, cards and fuel assistance to the needy.

Breakfast and lunch items will be on sale at the Grange Hall from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. There’ll be free horse-drawn wagon rides throughout the village from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the Harrison Brass Choir Ensemble will be playing as they wander

through the village from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Christmas Parade starts at 9:30 a.m., with the arrival of Santa on an antique fire truck.

There’ll be craft fairs at both the Harrison Grange and Harrison Town Office, offered from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Lions will also offer children’s crafts from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and they will be selling Christmas trees from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the parking

lot of the Village Tie-Up. Children may also partake in a scavenger hunt from 10 a.m. to noon at the town office.

The kids are also welcome to meet with Santa at the Olde Mill Tavern, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., or try out the cookie walk and gingerbread man decorating from 10 a.m. to noon at the library.

Open houses with entertainment and refreshments will

be offered on Saturday at the Market Basket, Caswell House, Village Tie-Up, Lions Den, Northeast Bank, Crabapple Barn, Olde Mill Tavern, Crystal Lake Spa and Wellness Center, Ruby Slippers Café and Bakery and The Ballroom.

A dance at the Roland St. John VFW Hall winds up the events on Saturday night, from 8 p.m. to midnight wth music

by Cold Blue Steel.

Authors at Harvest Gold

HOLIDAY TREAT — Dancers from The Ballroom in Harrison are taking part in the Maine State Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker, which will be performed this Friday, Nov. 30 and Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 1-2 at Merrill Auditorium in Portland. Juliette Lauzier (the dancer in her Snow costume) has been a member of the Maine State Ballet Company since its inception and has been a teacher at The Ballroom for the past 14 years. She is pictured here in the 2011 Nutcracker photo with: (middle) soldiers Hannah Leonard, Jasmine Rondeau, Breahna Jenkins and Lauren Ruby; (back row) Madison Perkins, Elise Dekutoski, Sarah Douglas, Miranda Murphy, Linnea Bradbury and Nikki Moore (not part of the 2012 Nutcracker program are Sarah Douglas and Miranda Murphy). For tickets to the show, call 842-0800 or go to ticket.porttix.com

CENTER LOVELL — Harvest Gold Gallery will host two authors, with strong Maine ties, this Sunday as part of its annual Holiday Open House.

Children’s book author Robin Taylor-Chiarello has done it again with another Mom’s choice award — this time for her Blue Lobster’s Holiday.

This delightful children’s book is a tale in which diversity and love is shown loud and proud.

Robin is a summer resident of Center Lovell and winter’s in New Jersey, where she weathered Superstorm Sandy with 12 days without power.

Old Tales of Maine Woods author Steve Pinkham will be on hand at Harvest Gold Gallery’s Holiday Open House Sunday, Dec. 2, from 1 to 4 p.m. to sign copies of his new book full of Maine stories.

Steve grew up in western Maine, hearing old stories of hunting and fishing, and spent much of his life hiking, paddling and discovering the many wonderful places in the backwoods of Maine. Having spent the past 10 years searching for

BOOK SIGNINGS at Harvest Gold Gallery in Center Lovell this Sunday include authors Robin Taylor Chiraello, who wrote Blue Lobster’s Holiday, and Steve Pinkham, who wrote Old Tales of Maine Woods. articles and books, following up on clues, and spending a vast amount of hours in libraries and historical societies he has published his second book from the most exciting old hunting and fishing tales found in his collection of over 22,000 articles and stories. Ranging from 1849-1913, the book covers the Maine Woods from Magalloway

to Moosehead, and Mopang to Madawaska. Steve’s collection of animal encounters, lumbering, canoe trips and even a few ghost stories will delight all lovers of Maine.

Harvest Gold Gallery is open daily. For more information, call 925-6502 or check the website at www.harvestgoldgallery.com

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lining the sidewalks to await the start of the big Festival of Lights parade, with merchants, clubs, churches and individuals all vying for top honors as Most Beautiful, Most Creative and Most Entertaining.

The parade starts at 5:30 p.m. from Stevens Brook Elementary School, featuring up to 20 floats sporting the theme “Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow.” Parade emcee Jim Mains, executive director of the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce, will announce the floats, to be judged this year by Anne Krieg, director of Planning, Economic and

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back, ending up at the Bridgton Community Center on Depot Street. There, festivalgoers will be treated to the sounds of a brass band at 6 p.m., heralding the 6:15 p.m. arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus, who will light the Christmas tree

Gather your girlfriends for a fun and fabulous Girl’s Day Out “On-The-Town” in Bridgton

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Candlelight walk starts at 5 p.m. in Bridgton’s Pondicherry Square

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town Bridgton this Saturday, Dec. 1.

The fun gets underway early this year, with a Holiday Craft Fair taking place at the Old Town Hall from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., benefiting the Ham Recreation Complex. At 5 p.m. in Pondicherry Square, people will gather for the annual Candlelight Stroll up Main Street that begins at 5:15 p.m.

Leading the walk will be Andrew Harris, the new executive director of Deertrees Theatre, dressed as Charles Dickens. The strollers will stop for the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree at the Stevens Brook Bridge, then join others

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Heather Pierson Quartet to present A Charlie Brown Christmas in Norway.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

NORWAY — The Heather Pierson Quartet will present A Charlie Brown Christmas at the First Universalist Church, 479 Main Street, Norway, on Sunday, Dec. 16 at 3 p.m.

One of the most endearing Christmas tales ever told, A Charlie Brown Christmas, originally telecast in 1965, has proven itself to be an

enduring classic. Nearly given the ax by CBS studios at the time of its release, this beloved holiday classic, focusing on commercialism run rampant, resonates with both children and adults of every generation.

The musical score for A Charlie Brown Christmas, composed by the late Vince

Area Events Jennifer Smith and Dan Keaten

Engagement Steven Smith and Alice Smith of Fryeburg, Maine, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Smith, to Dan Keaten, son of Darrell and Nancy Keaten of East Conway, N.H. Jennifer is attending graduate school at Iowa State University, and will graduate in May 2013 as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.

Dan works at Mid American Manufacturing as a machinist in Ames, Iowa. The wedding is planned for October 12, 2013 at the Old Saco Inn in Fryeburg.

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STANDISH — Horse-drawn carriage rides, craft-making and cookie decorating are among the activities offered at “An Afternoon with Santa” on Saturday, Dec. 1, at Saint Joseph’s College, from 3 to 5 p.m. in Mercy Café. At 4:45 p.m., Santa will lead everyone outside for the annual Christmas tree lighting. For more information, contact Maureen Lasalle at mlasalle@sjcme.edu

Guaraldi, is just as poignant and touching as the story and includes the hugely popular hit Linus and Lucy. This classic collection of holiday music will be led by veteran pianist and performer Heather Pierson, with Joe Aliperti on alto and tenor sax, Shawn Nadeau on bass, and Matt Bowman on drums. The group will per-

form the entirety of the Charlie Brown Christmas album as recorded by the Vince Guaraldi Trio, as well as other wellknown and popular Christmas tunes.

Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 18 and are available at Books N Things in Norway or online at www.heatherpierson.com

the programs and activities inspire them to reach their personal best. Participants will also learn about the flexible options and benefits of becoming a Girl Scout volunteer. For information on Girl Scouts or to volunteer, call 1-888-922-4763 or visit their website at www.girlscoutsofmaine.org

Free program helps older folks keep their balance

NORWAY — A new monthly balance program for ages 60 and older called “Staying on Your Feet” will be offered by the Stephens Memorial Hospital Physical Rehabilitation Department on Thursday, Dec. 13, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. “Staying on Your Feet” includes a balance screening and measurements of blood pressure, leg strength, time taken to walk and standing balance.

Staff will share ways to stay safe in your home, and how to communicate effectively with your doctor. The class will be held Rick Charette Holiday Benefit Concert STANDISH — Singer-songwriter Rick Charette returns to at the Harper Conference Center in the Ripley Medical Office Saint Joseph’s College for the 22nd annual Holiday Benefit Building, 193 Main Street, Norway. For more information or to Concert on Sunday, Dec. 2, at 2 p.m. The public is invited to register, call 744-6160 or visit www.wmhcc.org/smhrehab enjoy the evening of music in Saint Joseph’s dining hall at the Standish campus. Admission to the Benefit Concert is a Advance Care Planning program new, unwrapped toy or gift card. In addition, donations are NORWAY — A free program on advance care planning welcomed. All toys will go to the benefit of children in the will be held on Thursday, Dec. 20 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Raymond, Standish and Windham areas. For more information Harper Conference Center, Ripley Medical Office Building, about the concert or the Mercy Center at Saint Joseph’s, contact 193 Main Street, Norway. Join Stephens Memorial Hospital’s Kathryn Cody at 893-7794 or kcody@sjcme.edu licensed clinical social worker, Robin Green, for a discussion on advance directives and other ways to make your health care wishes known ahead of time. Robin will explain what you need Girl Scouts information meeting WINDHAM — The Girl Scouts of Maine will be host- to make the right decisions for yourself in advance care planning ing a Parent Information and Registration night on Thursday, and answer any questions you might have on end-of-life care.

Dec. 6, at 6:30 p.m. at the North Windham Union Church, 723 Attendees will receive advance directive forms and a compliRoosevelt Trail. Find out about the many different and fun mentary lunch. Registration is required. For more information, ways today’s girls are participating in Girl Scouting and how call 744-6196.

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Local Events Harrison VFW holding BYOB dance

HARRISON — The Harrison VFW Post on the Waterford Road in Harrison will be having a BYOB dance on Saturday, Dec. 1 at the post from 8 p.m. until midnight. Admission is $10 per person for age 21 and over. The band will be Cold Blue Steel. For more information, call Ellen at 583-4558.

A Christmas Fair in Denmark

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One last call

SOUTH PARIS — The Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club of South Paris is proud to announce that John Thompson, former club caller and recipient of the Yankee Clipper Award along with his wife, Judy, at the New England Square & Round Dance Convention in 2012, will call its December Annual Teddy Bear Dance at the Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine Street, South Paris on Saturday, Dec. 8, from 7 to 10 p.m.

John has retired from calling and this will positively be the last time you will be able to hear him call. He is doing this as a favor to the Swingin’ Bears and their club caller, Ray Hilton, who couldn’t make the date and asked him to substitute. The cuer for the round

dancing will be Carol Stewart.

Stuffed toys will be gratefully accepted to be distributed by Right Start for Kids, a program of Community Concepts in the Oxford Hills area. Non-dancers are welcome to come and watch at no charge. Admission is $6 per person, door prizes, Pot o’ Gold drawing, and refreshments at intermission.

More information about the Yankee Clipper Award may be found on its website and more information about the Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club may be found on their website that is included with other square dance clubs in Maine, www. squaredanceme.us/ or call 7824050, Eleanor Herrick, vice president.

RAYMOND — The Raymond Village Community Church (UCC) will again offer a variety of services and programs to help people celebrate the joy and wonder of the Christmas Season.

“Even in today’s world, Christmas remains a magical time for people of all ages,” says RVCC Pastor Rev. Nancy Foran. “Our Christmas programs and services offer people and families all kinds of ways to experience the deeper meaning of Christmas.”

She added, “We take the word ‘Community’ in our name very seriously. Everyone is always welcome — and encouraged — to come and worship with us, no matter where they are on their faith journey.”

ucts, Kids Only Room, Second Chance Room and a Christmas Café offering a variety of foods and drinks.

Sunday, Dec. 2, First Sunday in Advent 10 a.m., Family Sunday, Hanging of the Greens (decorating the church for Christmas!), lighting of the Christmas tree and Advent wreath. Children will receive a special Advent calendar. Also, 11:15 a.m. Advent potluck brunch; 1:30 p.m., Christmas caroling at Casco Inn Nursing Facility (meet at the church

Fryeburg Historical Society Christmas Party

FRYEBURG — The Fryeburg Historical Society will hold its annual Christmas Party on Tuesday, Dec. 4, at the American Legion Hall on Bradley Street. There will be a potluck supper beginning at 6 p.m. Those attending are asked to bring a main dish or a salad. You are welcome to bring your favorite beverage. Dessert and coffee will be provided by the hostess committee. The new glass ornaments, wooden boxes and other items will be available for sale. They will also draw the raffle tickets for the quilt made by Karen Grey, a $100 photo setting from Spring Smith photography, a $100 gift certificate from The Oxford House and a $100 gift certificate from D&D Oil, after which Christmas carols will be enjoyed. For more information, contact Diane Jones at 697-3484 or e-mail ewjones@roadrunner.com

DENMARK — A Christmas Fair will be held on Saturday, Dec. 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Denmark Municipal Building. There’ll be a cookie walk, soup and sandwich lunch, Harrison Historical holding show & tell raffles, crafters and a silent auction. The fair is presented by HARRISON — The Harrison Historical Society will hold the Denmark Church. For more information, call Joan Knolla the annual Show and Tell Program on Wednesday, Dec. 5, at the at 452-2887.

Carlson Homestead across Haskell Hill Road from the museum.

Do you have a family heirloom, an interesting artifact, or a whatzit (tool, gadget or whatever of unknown usage)? Maybe Waterford World’s Fair supper NORTH WATERFORD — The Waterford World’s Fair you have a story to tell of growing up in Harrison or about an Association will be serving their first supper of the winter on interesting Harrison character or event. Join others for a potluck Saturday, Dec. 1 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the North Waterford supper at 5:30 p.m. and enjoy the fireplace, food and fun proCongregational Church at 15 Green Road (note change of gram. For more information, contact Elaine Smith at 583-2213. location) across from Melby’s Market on Route 35 in North Make your own Gingerbread House Waterford. The menu is Dana’s famous baked stuffed haddock DENMARK — A Gingerbread Workshop will be held on with all the fixings, mashed potato, coleslaw, veggie, bread, drink, and homemade pie for dessert. The charge is $8 for adults Saturday, Dec. 8, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Denmark Town Hall. Build and $4 for children. There will also be an auction immedi- your own gingerbread house from kits and meet Santa. You must ately following the supper of homemade jellies and jams, baked sign up in advance of the event, either for the kit or to participate in the workshop because there are limited spaces available. For goods and miscellaneous items. more information, call Pam Hale at 215-7101.

Socrates Café to meet at the Waterford Library

WATERFORD — A Socrates Café gathering will be held at the Waterford Library on Monday, Dec. 3 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month. The group offers a forum to discuss current topics and ideas in a warm, friendly atmosphere, where divergent views will be welcome.

Coffee and light refreshments will be served. The topic for the December meeting will be “What Is Spirituality?” The moderator is Bob Dow. For more information, call 583-6957 or e-mail the library at wla@waterford.lib.me.us

‘Health on the Move’ program offered

CASCO — “Health on the Move” will be offered on Monday, Dec. 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Crooked River Adult and Community Education Center, 1437 Poland Spring Road, Casco. A healthy lunch will be available at no cost to participants from 11:30 to 12:30 p.m. The event, hosted by the Cumberland County Public Health Council, in collaboration with CrossWalk Community Outreach and Healthy Lakes, Healthy Maine Partnership will feature health screenings, health care information, preventive care and wellness resources.

Holiday Harmonies and Decadent Desserts

SWEDEN — Music and treats await those who attend the Holiday Harmonies and Decadent Desserts event on Thursday, Dec. 8, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Sweden Town Meeting House, 144 Bridgton Road (Route 93) in Sweden. Music will be provided by Greg and Jenny Huang-Dale, Ken and Laurie Turley and John Waldie. Desserts will be provided by Sweden chefs, and there’ll also be a raffle of craft items made by Sweden residents. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $10 for children under 12, and are available at 647-3987 or at the door.

Tar Sands meeting in Waterford

WATERFORD — A Tar Sands meeting will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m. at the Waterford Town Office, 366 Valley Road, Waterford. Join others to learn more about tar sands oil and how it would affect the town of Waterford. There will be a brief presentation followed by questions and answers.

For more information, call Earl Morse at 583-6957.

RVCC programs add special meaning to season

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Jesus at coffee hour with gifts for the children; 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Community Christmas Carol Sing. No service, no sermon, no collection — just a chance to hear and sing all the wonderful hymns and carols of the Christmas season.

Wednesday, Dec. 19, Candlelight Advent Vespers Service: 7 p.m. A quiet and contemplative worship service with the Senior Choir to remind us of the real meaning of the Advent season. Stop, take a breath and find healing and wholeness.

Sunday, Dec. 23, Fourth Sunday in Advent: 10 a.m., Christmas Choral Cantata and

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Monday, Dec. 24, Christmas Eve: 4:30 p.m., Family Candlelight Worship Service with traditional pageant retelling the Christmas Story; 11:00 p.m., Candlelight Communion

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Sunday, Dec. 30, First Sunday after Christmas: 10 a.m., Fun Family Worship!

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a Santa Secret Workshop for the children of the community.

Each of the children will be able to pick out an item to make for a loved one. No, the parents aren’t being left out while the kids are having a ball — they’ll be busy browsing and shopping in the Scholastic Book Fair in the library.

The fourth and fifth graders have plans for a Bake Sale, and if mom or dad want to check out the gym, there just might be a game going. This is a huge undertaking, and if anyone would be interested in volunteering to help, contact Jean Andrews at 890-7724.

The school has been very busy with the other events like the auction, which was very well attended. They also sold pies to earn money for the biannual trip to the Plimoth Plantation and other class trips. You can tell how well the school is supported by the fact that over 200 pies were sold. As always, the New Suncook students were grateful for all the support from the community.

On Character Day, the students celebrated the hope of reaching their reading goal.

With a big push, the students ended up reading a total of 3,594 hours, for which they were rewarded with hot fudge sundaes.

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The Lovell Historical Society will be hosting a Christmas Open House on Sunday, Dec. 16, from 1-4 p.m. Decorations will brighten up the KimballStanford House for the holiday season. For those attending, one of the features, the museum exhibit, will be open to the public. There will be a hospitality table with free cookies, punch and tea or coffee. There will be goodies abounding in the bakeshop. For the children, there will be cookie decorating to keep them busy. There will be a raffle of four donated items with a chance for anyone to win.

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they went to Holy Cross in Worcester, Mass. to watch their grandson play soccer.

Rebecca Boutilier and her nieces and nephews and family had turkey and ham for Thanksgiving dinner. There were 10 at her table.

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Brenda Richardson has a lot to be thankful for. The day before Thanksgiving, she was lucky enough to fill her deer tag with a doe. Then on Friday, two of her sisters came up and spent the day with her.

While here, they decided to make a late night run to L.L. Bean in Freeport.

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This is the last week in November, which means all the holiday events are coming up.

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• On Saturday, Dec. 1, the Fryeburg/Lovell VFW Post #6783 will present a Christmas special “Fan Fare” concert. This is a gift to the community from the VFW to herald in the holiday season of Christmas. The band is made up of everyday people who love to play music, especially Christmas music.

The band has always ended the program with the armed services anthem to salute those who serve our country. There will be refreshments during the break, and a chance to talk with band members. This is a free concert, but donations are gratefully accepted.

• On Friday, Dec. 7, the holiday will start off officially in Lovell Village with carol singing, then the lighting of the Christmas tree at 7 p.m. The Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library will then host an evening with a certain jolly old fellow from the North Pole and Mrs. Claus, who will arrive on a fire engine. There will be goodies for all and “ho ho hos” and presents from Santa. Young and the not so young are invited to join in the joyful holiday spirit.

• On Saturday, Dec. 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the New Suncook PTA will be hosting

Town Meeting Hall on Saturday, Dec. 8 starting at 7 p.m. There will be chocolate yummies including Yule logs, chocolate fondue fountain, carrot cake, German desserts and a gingerbread house. For harmonies, there will be music featuring Greg and Jenny Huang-Dale, Ken and Laurie Turley and John Waldie. There will be a raffle of pottery, photography, gift certificates, lamp and lampshade, a holiday wreath, a woodcarving, rag doll, a scarf, desserts and more. Come and enjoy an evening with neighbors and benefit the Sweden Community Emergency Fund. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12. For more information, contact Jane Gibbons at 647-3987.

At this time of year, there are many charities soliciting funds for their endeavors. There is one special fund I promote because of my friendship with Peg and Dave Mason. Agawam is a summer camp in Raymond that provides a camping experience for boys ages 9-14. They not only have the time of their life, they learn how to be good responsible citizens. The camp was founded in 1971 by Dave and Peg Mason. All of the members of the Lovell community know Peg and Dave for Agawam Kezar, which they ran for young students on winter ski trips.

Their scholarship program, the Main Idea, was started to raise money for boys in that age group who could not afford to pay for camp but could be eligible for a scholarship. Last summer 105 boys attended the camp on a scholarship. Dave and Peg still keep a hand in after 42 years by serving as directors emeriti.

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by Cheryl Harmon Naples Correspondent 693-4016 chicomomma33@gmail.com Thank you to the CrossWalk Community Outreach for their Thanksgiving dinner; everything was excellent. Thank you to Joanne and her team — they always put on a very good meal and are so welcoming to everybody. My daughter Jolene and friends Dale and Nichole and myself all participated in the DEDICATION TO THE ORDER — From left, Bridgton Knights of Columbus members Bob fine cooking.

Pelletier and Roland Dube accepted the International Star Council Award for overall excelThe Edes Falls Sewing lence recently from District Deputy Joseph Mathew, at right.

Circle wants to thank all for participating and supporting them in the 2012 season. Hope to see everybody next year, and hope that everybody has a very Merry Christmas.

Condolences go out to the family of Kimberly Sylvester.

Jolene went to school with her and remembers her as a hard worker who was nice to everyone, and very serious about

school. She will be sadly missed.

Also, condolences go out to the family of Kathy Flagg. I knew her for many, many years.

We kind of grew up together at Morton’s Pavilion, which is now operated as Remember When. She will be very missed by all that knew her. Also, our condolences to the family of Harriett Macdonald, who was a good friend of my mom’s for many years. It was like growing up with an aunt. She was just an all-around, very fine lady, and very outgoing. I’m sorry to see her go.

The Sunshine Club will be having their supper on Saturday, Dec. 1, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Webbs Mills Community Hall.

Knights earn award Don’t miss gala event The Knights of Columbus Council #11376 of Bridgton/ Fryeburg has earned the distinction of Star Council, one of the organization’s top awards, for the 2011-2012 fraternal year.

The organization’s headquarters, located in New Haven, Conn., made the announcement. The award recognizes overall excellence in the areas of membership recruitment and retention, promotion of the fraternal insurance program, and sponsorship of service-oriented activities.

The award was presented to the membership by District Deputy Joseph Mathew at a recent business meeting.

In announcing the local winner of the Star Council Award, Carl A. Anderson, chief executive officer of the organization, said, “Please accept my sincere congratulations upon attaining the prestigious award. Your dedication to the Order is seen in the high standard of excellence you have achieved. At the same

time, I encourage you to carry forward this enthusiasm to meet the challenges that will face the Knights of Columbus in the years ahead. May this award be a reminder and an inspiration to the members of your council to continue to promote the ideals of Columbianism for the good of the church, your community and the Order.”

Roland Dube, head of the local council, said, “Receiving the Star Council Award is quite an honor for us. We’re extremely proud of this accomplishment.”

The Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic lay organization. It provides members and their families with volunteer opportunities in service to the church, their communities, families and young people. With more than 1.8 million members in over 14,000 councils around the world, the Knights of Columbus annually donates more than $158 million and 70 million hours of service to charitable causes. Visit www. kofc.org for more information.

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BUMC clock repaired, ministry team welcomed FELINE FIX IT WAGON — will be at the South Paris PFU on Saturday, December 1 and again at the Bridgton PFU on Tuesday, December 1.

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The mobile Feline Fit It Wagon of the Rozzie May Animal Alliance will return to the Bridgton Paris Farmers Union on Tuesday, Dec. 11, offering low-cost spay and neuter services to reduce the number of homeless animals in the region. The wagon will also be at PFU’s South Paris store on Saturday, Dec. 1.

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Sign up now for an appointment by calling 603-447-3477.

The Bridgton United Methodist Church wants to express gratitude to George Drisko and Bill Warren for their perseverance in the repair of the clock in the church tower.

The church also appreciates all individuals who contributed financially or with their prayers.

The church is also very pleased to introduce its new Ministry Team, Pastor Cathy Cantin and Lay Assistant Rick Jackson. The church extends an invitation to the public to experience worship services on Sundays at 11 a.m. You can visit the website at www. bridgtonumc.com Pastor Cathy and Rick alternate Sundays, leading the worship service. Pastor Cathy offers office hours at the church, located at 214 Main Street, on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2

p.m. She offers a Prayer and Reflection Time on Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m.

Rick is active with the Bridgton Food Pantry and offers a Bible Study on Wednesdays at 1 p.m.

Pastor Cathy is a Licensed Local Pastor in the United Methodist Church. She also pastors the Bradley Memorial United Methodist Church in Fryeburg Harbor. Cathy is married and lives in Naples with her Old Bear affectionately called Papa and her kitty Grace. She is a mom of one and grandmom of three. Cathy works full-time for TD Bank in the HR department. But, her greatest passion is working for the Lord. She enjoys knitting, quilting and all fiber arts. She loves working NEW BRIDGTON METHODIST CHURCH MINISTRY with children and those who are TEAM, Pastor Cathy Cantin and Lay Assistant Rick children at heart.

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In addition to the donation, representatives from the bank’s Harrison office will be providing volunteer support to help the pantry meet its food distribution goals.

“As the bank continues to increase its charitable commitments, assisting in the fight against hunger is one of our highest priorities,” said Jim Delamater, president and CEO of the Northeast Community Banking Division. “With so many members of our communities not being able to support themselves, it is up to the generosity of others to step in and help.”

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Calendar (Editor’s note to those listing ongoing events: Please let us know if/when any of your meetings are no longer being held, or the locations or times of the meetings change. Thank you.)

BRIDGTON Thurs., Nov. 29 — New AfterSchool Karate Program begins, 3:20 to 4:20 p.m., Stevens Brook Elementary School. FMI: Tom Tash, 647-8786.

Thur., Nov. 29 — Potluck Supper & Forum to discuss Comprehensive Plan, 5:45 p.m., Student Union Hall, Bridgton Academy.

Fri., Nov. 30 ­— Reading with Holly Dog, 3 p.m., Bridgton Library.

Fri., Nov. 30 — Greater Bridgton Lake Region Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner & Awards, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Shawnee Peak Ski Resort. FMI: 647-3472.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Craft and Vendor Fair by Ham Complex & Bridgton Rec., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Town Hall.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Cider & Cookies Reception for Guest Artist Lori Badger and photographers Linda Panzera and Ken Oliver, 5-7 p.m., Gallery 302, 112 Main St. FMI: 647-2787.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Community Candlelight Stroll, meet 5 p.m. at Pondicherry Square, walk starts 5:15 p.m., Tree Lighting at Stevens Brook Bridge. FMI: 647-8786.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Festival of Lights Parade, starts 5:30 p.m. from Stevens Brook Elementary School, to Main St., up Main Hill to Depot St. Sat., Dec. 1 — Brass Band, Holiday Craft Fair, Highland String Trio, refreshments, Santa and Mrs. Claus, 6 to 8 p.m., Community Center.

Sun., Dec. 2 — A Deertrees Christmas, festive celebration of words & music, 3 p.m., First Congregational Church.

Tues., Dec. 4 — COPD Support Group, 1 p.m., Community Center.

Sun., Dec. 9 — Chinese Auction to benefit Ham Complex, doors open noon, auction starts 2 p.m., Town Hall.

Sun., Dec. 9 — Pampered Chef, 2 p.m., Community Center.

Sun., Dec. 9 — Promise Singers annual Christmas Concert, 4 p.m., First Congregational Church, So. High St. BROWNFIELD Sat., Dec. 1 — S.T.U.D. Vendor Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Community Center. Vendors, home consultants, crafters, small business owners wanted; call Tara at 935-3800.

Sun., Dec. 2 — Stone Mountain Christmas Craft Fair & Open House, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Rd. 935-7292.

Sun., Dec. 2 ­ — 2nd annual Christmas Tree Lighting, with Santa & FA Singers, 4 p.m.,

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Sun., Dec. 2 — Book signing with author Denise Morin, Life’s Lessons From Cancer, 11:30 a.m., library.

Mon., Dec. 3 ­­— “Health on the Move,” flu shots, blood pressure screenings, diabetes assessments, depression screenings and cancer screening, preventive care, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Adult Ed, Rte. 11. FMI: Zoe Miller, 553-5939.

Wed., Dec. 5 — Crooked River Snowmobile Club, 6:30 p.m., Community Center.

DENMARK Fri., Nov. 30 — Moderate hike to Hedgehog Mountain, Albany, N.H. by Denmark Mountain Hikers, meet 8:30 a.m. at Denmark Congregational Church. FMI: 7562247.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Christmas Fair

by Denmark Church, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Denmark Town Hall. FMI: 452-2887.

Mon., Dec. 3 — American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1-6 p.m., Denmark Town Hall. FMI: 1-800733-2767.

Tue., Dec. 4 — Promise Singers annual Christmas Concert, 7 p.m., Denmark Congregational Church.

Fri., Dec. 7 — Moderate hike to Green Mountain Ice Caves, Effingham, N.H. by Denmark Mountain Hikers, meet 8:30 a.m. at Denmark Congregational Church.

FMI: 756-2247.

Sat., Dec. 8 — Gingerbread Workshop, 1-3 p.m., Denmark Town Hall. Sign-up needed; call Pam Hale at 215-7101.

FRYEBURG Sat., Dec. 1 — Met Opera Live in HD, La Clemenza di Tito, 1 to 4:15 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center. FMI: 9359232.

Tue., Dec. 4 — Fryeburg Historical Society annual Christmas Party, 6 p.m., American Legion, Bradley St. FMI: 697-3484.

Wed., Dec. 5 — Opera Lecture Series, Un Ballo in Maschera, with Joe DeVito, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center. FMI: 935-9232.

Fri., Dec. 7 — Veterans Service Officer, 9 to 11 a.m., American Legion, Bradley St. Sat., Dec. 8 — Met Opera Live in HD, Un Ballo in Maschera, 1-5 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center. FMI: 9359232.

HARRISON Thur., Nov. 29 — Judging for Christmas in the Village Decorating Contest, 5-7 p.m.

Fri., Nov. 30 — Final sign-up for Harrison Ski and Snowboard Program, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Harrison Community Room, Edes Falls Rd. FMI: 583-6237, 5834477.

Fri., Nov. 30 — Christmas in Harrison: Soup & Song, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Harrison Fire Department; arrival of Santa & lighting of Christmas Tree, visit with Santa,

6:45 p.m., Town Office.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Christmas in Harrison Breakfast Buffet, proceeds benefit needy residents, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., Olde Mill Tavern; fireside visit w/Santa, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Christmas Parade with arrival of Santa, 9:30 a.m., Harrison Village.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Christmas in Harrison, open houses w/entertainment & refreshments, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., various businesses.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Children’s Crafts, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Lions Den.; Children’s Treasure Hunt, 10 a.m. to noon, Town Office; Cookie Walk, Gingerbread Man Decorating, 10 a.m. to noon, library.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Free horsedrawn wagon rides, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Harrison Village.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Christmas Craft Fairs as part of Christmas in Harrison, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Grange Hall & Harrison Town Office. FMI: 583-4510.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Christmas Tree Sale by Harrison Lions Club, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Village Tie-Up parking lot.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Christmas in Harrison Dance, with Cold Blue Steel, 8 p.m. to midnight, VFW Hall. FMI: 583-4558.

Tue., Dec. 4 — December Senior Social, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fire Station Community Room.

FMI: 583-2241.

Wed., Dec. 5 — Harrison Historical Society “Show & Tell” program, potluck at 5:30 p.m., program to follow, Carleson Homestead, Haskell Hill Rd. FMI: 583-2213.

Sat., Dec. 8 ­— Rabies Clinic, 1-3 p.m., Harrison Fire Station.

FMI: 583-2241.

LOVELL Sat., Dec. 1 — Fan Fare Concert, 7 p.m., VFW Hall, Smart’s Hill Rd. Thur., Sat., Dec. 6, 8 — Art Appreciation with Margaret Nomantana, 6:30 p.m. Thur., 9 a.m. to noon Sat., library.

Fri., Dec. 7 — Lovell Village Tree Lighting, Christmas carols, 7 p.m., followed by Santa and Mrs. Claus, library. FMI: 925-3177.

Sat., Dec. 8 — Santa Secret Workshop for kids, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., New Suncook School. FMI: 890-7724.

NAPLES Sat., Dec. 1 — Free hot breakfast by Lake Region Vineyard Church, 8-10 a.m., Naples Town Hall.

Tue., Dec. 4 — Storytime, 10:30 a.m., library.

Sat., Dec. 8 — Senior Citizen Ball, 5-7 p.m., Lake Region High School cafeteria.

RAYMOND Sun., Dec. 9 — Annual Bake Sale, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., library.

SEBAGO Sun., Dec. 2 — “Breakfast with Santa” with photos & Santa’s Workshop for Kids Shopping, 8 a.m. to noon, Sebago Town Hall.

SWEDEN Sat., Dec. 8 — Holiday Harmonies and Decadent Desserts, benefit for Sweden Emergency Fund, 7 p.m., Sweden Town Meeting House, 144 Bridgton Rd. Tickets: 647-3987.

WATERFORD Sat., Dec. 1 — Waterford World’s Fair Supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., No. Waterford Congregational Church, 15 Green Rd. Mon., Dec. 3 — Socrates Cafe, “What is Spirituality?” 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., library.

AREA EVENTS Sat.-Sun., Nov. 30-Dec. 1 & 2 — The Nutcracker by Maine State Ballet, 7 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sat. & Sun., Merrill Auditorium, Portland. FMI: 7817672.

Fri., Nov. 30 — Jennifer Porter in concert, 7:30 p.m., Saco River Theatre, Bar Mills. FMI: 9296472.

Fri.-Sun., Nov. 30-Dec. 2 — A Miracle on 34th Street, 7:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., Schoolhouse Arts Center, Route 114, Standish.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Rozzie May Feline Fix It Wagon, registration begins 7:30 a.m., Paris Farmers Union, Main St., So. Paris. FMI: 603-447-3477.

Sat. & Sun., Dec. 1-2 — Made in Maine Christmas Fair, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 919 Roosevelt Trl., Windham. FMI: 655-1215.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Shaker Christmas Fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Rte. 26, New Gloucester.

Sat., Dec. 1 — “A Christmas To Remember” Chinese Auction, doors open 12:30 p.m., drawing starts 2 p.m., Oxford Rec bldg., King St., Oxford. FMI: 743-6982.

Sat., Dec. 1 — Book signing with author Denise Morin, Life’s Lessons From Cancer, 1 to 3 p.m., Books ‘n Things, Main St., Norway.

Sat., Dec. 1 — “An Afternoon with Santa,” horse-drawn carriage rides, crafts & cookie-making, 35 p.m., Mercy Cafe, Saint Joseph’s College, Standish.

Sun., Dec. 2 — Holiday Showcase by Western Maine Harness Horsemens Association, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Paris Fire Station.

Sun., Dec. 2 — Oxford County Democrates, 1 to 4 p.m., Crescent Park School, Bethel. FMI: 8752116.

Sun., Dec. 2 — Rick Charette Holiday Benefit Concert, 2 p.m., Saint Joseph’s College. Admission is one new unwrapped toy or gift card. FMI: 893-7794.

Sun., Dec. 2 — Yuletide Concert with Celtic music of Castlebay, 3 p.m., St. Michael’s Church, 78 Pleasant St., Auburn. FMI: 5295438.

Thur., Dec. 6 — Girl Scouts of Maine Information Night, 6:30 p.m., No. Windham Union Church, 723 Roosevelt Trail, Windham.

FMI: 1-888-922-4763.

Fri., Dec. 7 — Book Group, reading Strength in What Remains,

November 29, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page B

10:30 a.m., No. Conway Library, No. Conway, N.H. FMI: 603-3562961.

Fri.-Sun., Dec. 7-9 — A Miracle on 34th Street, 7:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., Schoolhouse Arts Center, Route 114, Standish.

Sat., Dec. 8 — Christmas Fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., East Otisfield Free Baptist Church, 231 Rayville Rd., Otisfield.

Sat., Dec. 8 — Casco Bay Concert Band, 3 p.m., McCormack Performing Arts Center, Gorham High School.

Sat., Dec. 8 — Christmastide Concert, 3 p.m., Second Congregational Church, Norway.

FMI: 743-2290. Also 3 p.m. Dec. 9.

Sat., Dec. 8 — Swingin’ Bears Square Dance, 7-10 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School. FMI: 5836677.

Sat., Dec. 8 — Pan Fried Steel Drum Band, 7:30 p.m., Saco River Theatre, Bar Mills. FMI: 9296472.

Sun., Dec. 9 — American Red Cross CPR Course for professional rescuers and health care providers, noon to 5:30 p.m., Harold Alfond Center, Saint Joseph’s College, Standish. FMI: 893-6615.

Ongoing Weekly

DAILY Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., Clyde Bailey Drop In Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail (Rte. 302), Casco.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon to 1 p.m., American Legion, Depot St., Bridgton. O/D MONDAYS Senior Fitness Jumpin’ Janes, 9-10 a.m., Bridgton Town Hall, No. High St. FMI: 647-2402, 6478026.

Storytime for Preschoolers with Miss Liz, ages under five, 1011 a.m., Lovell Library.

Baby/Toddler Playtime, 10:30 a.m., Raymond Library.

Storytime, 10:30 a.m., No. Bridgton Library.

The Food Basket and Kyrie’s Kitchen, 1st & 3rd Mondays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Naples Town Hall gym. FMI: 615-3226.

Knotty Knitters, noon to 2 p.m., Soldiers Library, Hiram.

FMI: 625-4650.

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

Mousepaint Storytime, 2:30 to 4 p.m., Lovell Library.

Step Into Fitness Walking Program at LRHS, Naples, 4:30 to 6 p.m. FMI: 647-3116.

Coed Adult Pickup Basketball, 6-8 p.m., Harrison Elementary School gym. Follows school calendar.

Casco Food Pantry, 6 to 7 p.m. third Monday of month, Casco Alliance Church. FMI: 344-5370.

Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m.

Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot St. ODLH Narcotics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Drop In Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail (Rte. 302), Casco.

TUESDAYS Help with Medicare Open Enrollment with Stan Cohen, 8:30 to 11 a.m., Clinic Wing, Bridgton

Hospital. Ends Dec. 7.

Sebago Food Pantry and Clothes Closet, Nazarene Church, Rte. 114, 4th Tuesdays, 9 to 11 a.m.; clothes closet Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tai Chi Maine New Beginners’ Class, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Bridgton Town Hall.

Chickadee Quilters, 9:30 a.m., Bridgton Community Center.

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

Mother Goose Time, 10:30 a.m., Bridgton Library.

Bridgton Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays, Methodist Church, 98 Main St. FMI: 6474476.

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

Youth/Teen Basketball Open Gym for G. 3-12, 3-5 p.m., Bridgton Town Hall.

Teen Sports Night, 6-8 p.m., Harrison Elementary School gym.

Follows school calendar.

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

AA Step Mtgs., 7 p.m., Clyde Bailey Drop In Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail (Rte. 302), Casco.

Al-Anon, 7:30 p.m., St. Joseph Church, 225 High St., Bridgton.

WEDNESDAYS Senior Fitness Jumpin’ Janes, 9-10 a.m., Bridgton Town Hall, No. High St. FMI: 647-2402, 6478026.

Free Well Woman Clinic, by appt., 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Birthwise Community Clinic, The Birth House. FMI: 647-5968, ext. 108.

Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Raymond Library.

Early Literacy Group, 10:30 a.m., Bridgton Library.

Sweden House Food Pantry, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, Sweden Church basement, 137 Bridgton Rd. FMI: 647-4429, 647-5399.

Senior Lunch, noon, Bridgton Community Center.

Step Into Fitness Walking Program at LRHS, Naples, 4:30 to 6 p.m. FMI: 647-3116.

Cope Group session, 6-8 p.m., Harrison Fire Station Community Room. FMI: 508-633-0159.

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

Catherine’s Cupboard Food Pantry, 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Standish Town Hall, Rte. 35.

Wood Carving Group, 7-9 p.m., Ice Rink building, behind Bridgton Town Hall.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 to 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Drop In Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail (Rte. 302), Casco.

Adult Children of Alcoholics (& other dysfunctions), 7:30 p.m., Ste. B, Eastern Slope Inn, 2760 White Mtn. Highway, No. Conway, N.H. THURSDAYS Adult Children of Alcoholics, 10 a.m., Waterford Library.

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Arts & entertainment

Annual Holiday Harmonies gala SWEDEN — The Second Annual Holiday Harmonies and Decadent Desserts gala event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. at the Sweden Town Meeting Hall.

The benefit concert and social is to raise money for the Sweden Community Emergency Fund. The hall will be beautifully decorated with wreaths, poinsettias, table clothes and wall decorations. Desserts will be made by the gourmet cooks of the town of Sweden and will feature a chocolate fondue into which fruits can be dipped, DELECTABLE DESSERTS will be part of the second annual wonderful carrot and chocoHoliday Harmonies at the Sweden Town Meeting Hall on late cakes, delicate German Saturday, Dec. 8. cookies, Yule logs, items from Pietree Orchard and strudels.

A raffle for items made in Sweden (Maine) will feature pottery by Jesse Stevens, woodcraft by Colin Jardine, gift cerWarm & Cozy tificates from Tree House farm Dining nursery, sets of photographic greeting cards by Virginia Durr, a handmade rag doll, a scarf, a holiday wreath and dessert items. Alberta Ridlon and Barbara Genesio will officiate at the raffle table.

Musicians for the event

include Greg and Jenny HuangDale, Laurie and Ken Turley, and John Waldie of Fryeburg.

Committee members for the event are Ursula Duve, Dell Foss, Kay Lyman, Marilyn Smith, Mary Sohl and Jane Gibbons.

Tickets can be purchased

Calendar

Pajama Storytime, 6 p.m., Naples Library.

Al-Anon, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m., Open Meeting, newcomers welcome, Naples Methodist Church, Village Green.

Narcotics Anonymous Women’s Meeting, 7 to 8 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Sweden Rd. (Rte. 93) off Rte. 302, Bridgton.

AA Ladies Step-Meeting, 7 a.m., 7 to 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail, (Rte. 302) So. Casco.

FRIDAYS Senior Fitness Jumpin’ Janes, 9-10 a.m., Bridgton Town Hall, No. High St. FMI: 6472402, 647-8026.

Parents and Children Activity Group, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Casco

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Help with Mediare Prescription Drug Plans with Phil Ohman, by appt., Bridgton Community Center. FMI: 6473116.

Musical Playgroup, 10:30 a.m., Naples Library.

Senior Wii Bowling, 10:30 a.m., Casco Community Center.

Brownfield Food Pantry, 1 to 5 p.m. third Thursdays, 701 Pequawket Trl. FMI: 935-2333.

Tai Chi Maine Set Practice, 2:30 to 4 p.m., Town Hall Raymond Food Pantry, 4-6 p.m., 2nd & 4th Thursdays, Lake Region Baptist Church, 1273 Main St. FMI: 232-5830.

Casco Farmers’ Market, 3:30 to 7 p.m., Casco Community Center.

Bridgton Community Kettle Supper, 5-6 p.m., Community Center. Free to everyone.

from committee members or by calling Jane Gibbons at 6473987. The price is $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12.

The Sweden Emergency Fund helps residents of Sweden who are having a hard time paying for heat and electricity and meeting other emer-

gency situations. Donations to the fund should be made to the Sweden Community Church and initialed Emergency Fund in the lower left hand corner. Donations may be sent to Alberta Ridlon at 113 Ridlonville Road, Sweden, ME 04040.

Help spread the peace NORTH WATERFORD — Because of the tremendous response last holiday season, a Tree of Peace and Love will again be located on the lawns of both the North Waterford and Stoneham Congregational churches. The trees will initially be wrapped in colored lights. For a $5 donation a light bulb will be changed to white and the wish/prayer or name of the individual it has been given in honor of will be written on an origami crane and hung on the tree.

The collection will help support the mission and ministries of the Oxford County Parish churches in North Waterford and Stoneham. Rev. Doretta Colburn invites everyone to participate and watch as the trees evolve into all white lights, symbolic of the spread of peace and love in our communities and the world.

The Tree of Peace and Love will be lit at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 2, following the regular

worship service at the North Waterford Church, located on Five Kezars Road (off Routes 35 and 37, opposite Melby’s Market). Everyone is welcome to attend the tree lighting. Christmas carols will be sung and refreshments will be served.

To purchase the light bulbs, look for posters with forms to fill out in the area stores and post offices; or contact Milly Millett at 583-2822. Checks may also be made out to the Oxford County United Parish, and mailed in care of Milly Millett to 346 Bisbeetown Road, Waterford, ME 04088.

Rev. Colburn would also like to remind everyone to attend a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 5 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 24. Regular Sunday worship services for the Oxford County United Parish are being held at 10 a.m. at the North Waterford Congregational Church during the winter months.

Community C enter.

Tunes for Tots, 10:30 a.m., Bridgton Library.

Brownfield Playgroup, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Brownfield Community Center.

Tai Chi Maine Beginners’ Practice Class, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Bridgton Town Hall.

Step Into Fitness Walking Program at LRHS, Naples, 4:30 to 6 p.m. FMI: 647-3116.

Adult Indoor Soccer, 5-7 p.m., Bridgton Town Hall.

Womanspace, for women with substance abuse issues, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Bridgton Community Center.

Al-Anon, 8 p.m., Gibson Center, Grove St. & White Mtn. Hwy, No. Conway, N.H. SATURDAYS Paris Winter Farmers

Market, runs thru Dec. 22, 9 to 11 a.m., Oxford County Extension Office, 9 Olson Rd., So. Paris.

Table Tennis, 1-4 p.m., Bridgton Town Hall. All welcome, equipment provided free.

FMI: 647-2847.

Adult Indoor Soccer, 5-7 p.m., Bridgton Town Hall.

AA Beginner’s & Group Mtgs., 7 to 8 p.m., Clyde Bailey Center, 224 Roosevelt Trail, (Rte. 302) So. Casco.

SUNDAYS Rehearsals for Christmastide Concert, 3 p.m., Second Congregational Church, Norway.

Concert Dec. 9. FMI: 743-2290.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., Harrison Congregational Church, corner Route 117 and Dawes Hill Rd.

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4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Family night at Tony’s Foodland is a Christmas party for the community! A very special time for children and families.

Santa will arrive on his horsedrawn sleigh in clear skies or snowy night. Sit on Santa’s lap for a special picture or to whisper your secret Christmas wishes! You will receive a special t-shirt from Santa’s helpers.

Take a horsedrawn sleigh ride or come inside to listen to Christmas carols sung by a choir. Come be amazed by our juggler while enjoying food samples including our fabulous Crazy Stallion Pizza!

This is an evening children of all ages do not want to miss! It will put a smile on your face to see favorite characters like Rudolph and Frosty the Snowman!

Kick off the holiday season by celebrating with your local family, neighbors and friends!

A relaxing night out with chances to win great prizes...

Regional Sports

November 29, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page C

Deer hunt report Reports from area deer inspection stations: Casco AG Michael Plummer, Raymond, doe; Jacob Plummer, Raymond, buck, 135 pounds; Gracie Thomas, Otisfield, doe, 65 pounds; Tyler Curtis, Otisfield, buck, 122 pounds; Jack Fish, Casco, buck, 130 pounds; Christopher Nowinski, Naples, buck; Matthew Capano, Naples, buck, 210 pounds; Steven Kaulback, Casco, doe; Eric Hall, Casco, doe; William Taylor, Otisfield, buck, 105 pounds; Jeremy Barker, Casco, doe, 116 pounds; Greylin Plummer, Raymond, buck, 120 pounds; Brian Plummer, Raymond, buck, 75 pounds; Harold Shanning Sr., Poland, buck; Thomas Williams, Otisfield, doe; James Rutland, New Gloucester, buck; Eugene Pierotti, Otisfield, doe, 100 pounds; Tarain Beaudet, Otisfield, buck; Dylan Palmer, Casco, buck, 190 pounds, 8 points; Craig Pike, Casco, doe, 112 pounds; Daniel Pyle, Otisfield, doe, 118 pounds; Drew Pelton, Casco, buck, 130 pounds, 10 points; William Pike, Casco, buck, 145 pounds, 7 points; Raymond Harps, Otisfield, doe; Mark Rutland, Naples, buck, 128 pounds, 7 points; Frederick Bates, Naples, doe, 100 pounds; Richard Jackson, Otisfield, buck; Edwin Baker, Casco, doe; Wayne Oberg, Norway, buck, 7 points; Stephen Plummer, Raymond, buck, 122 pounds, 8 points; Adam Chadbourne, Waterford, buck, 142 pounds, 8 points; William Atherton, Casco, buck, 128 pounds, 4 points; Scott Spaulding, Casco, buck, 105 pounds; Donald Seavey, Otisfield, buck, 6 points; Keith Johnson, Otisfield, buck, spike horn; Charles Warner, Casco, buck, 160 pounds, 6 points; Michael Wood, Raymond, buck, 120 pounds, 2 points; Scott Whitling, Casco, doe; Steven Grant, Gray, buck; Robert Burns Sr., Casco, doe, 110 pounds; Theresa Egan, Otisfield, doe; William Symonds, Casco, buck, 150 pounds, 7 points; George Powell III, Otisfield, buck, 132 pounds, 5 points; Spencer Edwards, Otisfield, buck; Daryl Hunt, Naples, buck, 88 pounds; Gary Dyer, Otisfield, buck; Sarah Smith, Oxford, buck, 109 pounds, 5 points; Eugene Smith, Oxford, buck, 128 pounds, 4 points; Russell Dahms Sr., Otisfield, doe; Richard Severy, Raymond, buck, 162 pounds, 10 points; Larry Toothaker, Otisfield, buck; Sean Powell, Otisfield, buck, 212 pounds, 9 points; Brett Knowlen, Otisfield, buck, 199 pounds, 13 points; Zachary Heath, Naples, buck, 100 pounds; Stephen Wolongevicz, Otisfield, buck, 170 pounds, 7 points; William Wade, Raymond, doe; Ryan Wilson, Otisfield, buck, 118 pounds, 5 points; Ruby Lorrain, Raymond, doe, 100 pounds; Michael Henderson, Naples, buck, 138 pounds, 5 points; Brian Manson, Otisfield, buck, 95 pounds, 4 points; Ricki Jack, Casco, buck; Kenneth Plummer, Casco, buck, 112 pounds, 3 points; Nicholas Beaudet, Otisfield, buck, 145 pounds, 8 points; Marle Damon, Otisfield, buck, 185 pounds, 9 points; Michael West, Otisfield, buck; Edward Killinger, Otisfield, buck, 110 pounds, 2 points; Patrick Lawlor Sr., Raymond, buck, 120 pounds, 4 points; Thomas Symonds, Casco, doe, 128 pounds; Wayne Twombley, Otisfield, buck, 110 pounds, 2 points; Paul Tanguay, Otisfield, buck, 4 points; Kenneth Marshall Jr., Otisfield, doe, 110 pounds; William Troy, Otisfield, buck, 150 pounds, 8 points; Pamula Kimball, Oxford, doe; Richard Baker, Otisfield, doe; Daniel Kimball, Otisfield , buck; Donald Verrill, Otisfield, buck; Donald Manson, Otisfield, buck, 158 pounds, 7 points; Walter Putnam, Otisfield, buck, 140 pounds, 6 points; Jay Worrell, Raymond, buck; Daniel Davis, Otisfield, buck, 114 pounds, 2 points; Caleb Martin, Raymond, buck; Adam Madura, Naples, buck, 108 pounds; Andrew Madura, Naples, doe, 61 pounds; Rodney Braley Jr., Otisfield, doe; Jonathan Martin, Otisfield, buck; Francis Chickering, Otisfield, buck, 4 points; Stanley Taylor, Otisfield, buck, 155 pounds, 10 points; Daniel Capano, Naples, doe, 143 pounds; Glenn Maines, Casco, doe, 148

DEER HUNT LIST, Page C

Deer tale: When the dead arise

By Peter C. Berry Guest Columnist My high school classmate Dickey Wyman and I were sitting at the counter in the Mayfair Diner located in Post Office Square, Bridgton on a cold, dark November Saturday in 1952. It was 5:30 a.m. as we finished our breakfast of ham and eggs and put 50 cents each on the counter to cover the meal and the tip, pulled on our heavy, red woolen jackets and made our way through the frosty, pre-dawn gloom to Dickey’s robin’s-egg-blue LaSalle coupe and headed up Main Hill toward Sweden and our favorite hunting spot.

This hunting excursion had begun the night before with me having supper with Dickey and his family and sleeping over at their apartment in Pondicherry Square. It took me awhile to get used to the traffic noise just under my window, but eventually I fell into a deep sleep only to be awakened at 5 a.m. by an insistent alarm clock. I quickly dressed and we hit the diner for breakfast where several other hunters were fueling up for the day’s grind.

We had hunted this area in Sweden several times the past couple of years and had seen deer each time, so Dickey always wanted to go there saying that one of these times one of us would get his deer.

Between us, resting against the padding of the seat, were our weapons for the day; Dickey’s 30-30 Winchester, model 94 that had been in his family for years, and an old, borrowed, bolt action Enfield Army model that was my equalizer. It came with three bullets, which I kept in my shirt pocket until time to load. (Foreshadowing Barney Fife?) We talked about where we would position ourselves once we reached the end of the Camp Tapawingo Road and crossed the little brook into a

EARLY LEADER — Taylor Davis, 15, of Naples leads the 60-plus runner/walker pack from the starting line in downtown Harrison on Thanksgiving Day. Taylor won his age class, but Josh Grenier, 23, of Otisfield was the overall winner of the first Turkey Day 5K, which benefitted St. Jude’s Children Hospital. Also pictured are: Drew Cutter, #3, of Gorham; Bill Grenier, #27, of Otisfield; and Josh Tucker, #63, of Gray.

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‘All for a good cause’

Grenier wins inaugural Turkey Day 5K

HARRISON — As Josh Grenier jogged past the Long Lake inlet off Route 117, fog was still lifting off the cold lake and puffs of warm breath left the runner’s mouth.

Although temperatures were below the freezing mark on Thanksgiving Day, a hearty group of more than 65 runners and walkers braved the chilly morning to take part in the first St. Jude’s Turkey Day 5K race in Harrison. All proceeds from the race benefit the St. Jude’s Children Hospital.

Grenier won the race in 19 minutes, 38 seconds. The race started in front of the Olde Mill Tavern on Main Street, proceeded along Route 117 toward Bridgton, up Brickyard Hill Road, back onto Route 117 to Harrison, and down Tolman Road to the finish line at Greenwood Manor.

Age group winners were: Taylor Davis, 15, from Naples Joshua Tucker, 33, from Gray

Kevin Logan, 46, from Casco Bill Grenier, 52, of Otisfield Bill Wood, 60, from Harrison Race participants included: Kate Bonney, 18, Peru Drew Cutter, 26, Gorham Logan Hallee, 13, Harrison Darcy Hamm, 38, Norway Gavin Hamm, 10, Norway Bob Hanby, 34, Greenwood Meredith Hanby, 35, Greenwood Marcie Hilden, 31, Oxford Erin Holden, 27, Acton, Mass.

Pam Holden, 55, Bridgton Beck Holden, 27, Acton, Mass.

Bill Holden, 59, Bridgton Paula Holt, 56, Harrison Kevin Logan, 46, Casco Cassie Martin, 27, Buckfield Catherine McMahon, 68, Harrison Alicia Sadler, 40, Norway

beautiful piece of woods. That was the gist of our conversation as we turned onto Route 93 from North High Street and picked up speed, secure in the heated cab of The Blue Goose, as we called his huge rolling hulk of an automobile. We were young, we were eager for the hunt and we were full of hope for a successful day.

Dickey had pulled the floor shifter into high gear and we were rolling along pretty good, the engine of the old Blue Goose purring like the well-oiled machine that it was, so I took my eyes off the road to look at the Enfield and daydream about how I would hoist its bulk to my shoulder and bring down a trophy buck with one skillfully placed shot when at that very moment in my self-congratulatory reverie Dickey slammed on the brakes and the Goose came to a shuddering stop — I couldn’t say a screeching halt because the Goose was incapable of that, IN THE SPIRIT OF THE DAY — Erin Holden of Acton, but she stopped pretty darned Mass. sports a festive hat for the Harrison 5K. quick.

In the second after he hit the brakes, I looked at him and saw that his arms were stiffly As Paul True was finishing After Trinity went up 49-46 braced on the steering wheel and he was literally standing up his busy day of athletic direc- on five straight points by junior on the clutch and brake pedals. tor duties and girls’ varsity bas- forward Taylor Murtaugh (New His red felt hat had tipped back ketball practice, he received an York, N.Y.), Keene State tied on his head giving him the e-mail for former player Abby the game again on a threepointer by freshman Ryanne look of a chuck wagon driver Hancock of Casco.

“She was quite excited,” True Williams (Norwell, Mass.). The from the old west. said. “She told me about her Owls had several chances to He said, “Jeesum.”

In the next second, I looked game and how she had experi- take the lead at the end of the out the windshield and there, enced her first college pig pile.” game missing a pair of free A junior guard majoring in throws and a jumper before plum in the middle of the road, stood the biggest buck you American Studies, Hancock the game-ending inbounds play. ever saw. The headlights pen- recovered an errant inbounds Keene State slapped the loose etrating the early morning mist pass and hit a lay-up as time ball toward the Trinity basket, lit him up like spotlights on expired enabling the visiting and Hancock grabbed it and the Deertrees Theatre stage, Trinity College Bantams to scored it as time expired for the framing his magnificent self defeat the Keene State College clinching bucket.

Hancock scored 8 points to with a pale yellow glow and Owls, 51-49, in a women’s basoutlining his royal rack against ketball game at Spaulding Gym go along with 2 assists in the victory. She tossed in 10 points the surrounding darkness of last week.

Trinity (located in Hartford, on 4-of-7 shooting in the openearly dawn.

While I sat dumbfounded, Conn.) improved to 2-1 with its er against Springfield, a 54-50 second straight victory. loss.

DEER TALE, Page C

Aaron St. Pierre, 17, Winthrop Sudeep Stauble, 17, Harrison Allison Taber, 30, Harrison Jenefer Timm, 31, Norway Josh Tucker, 33, Gray Sandy Washer, 44, Norway Fred Washer, 45, Norway Marsha Wood, 58, Harrison Jacob Wilson, 24, Windham Scott Burnhan, 55, Harrison Lily Turner, 59, Harrison Jen Meserve, 41, Bridgton Tanya Deus, 41, Westerly, R.I. Linda Robicheau, 65, Harrison Leslie Hayes, 31, Bridgton Beth Frechette, 46, Harrison Becky Laperle, 31, Waterford Mike Rosenbauer, 50, Harrison Elizabeth Simmerman, 31, Bridgton Stephen Simmerman, 33, Bridgton TURKEY DAY 5K, Page C

RACE WINNER — Joshua Grenier, 23, of Otisfield runs along Route 117 during the Thanksgiving Day 5K in Harrison.

Hancock nets winner

ABBY HANCOCK (left), a junior at Trinity College, came up with a steal and scored the game winner last week against Keene State.

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Page C, The Bridgton News, November 29, 2012

Turkey Day 5K raises $1,500 (Continued from Page C) Peter Merbach, 24, Platsburg, N.Y. Angela Loveless, 31, Norway Peggy O’Kane, 54, Winthrop Ryan Silva, 9, Windham Tracy Silva, 42, Windham Mary Wassick, 47, Windham Roberta Scribner, 24, Harrison Cameron Meserve, 13, Bridgton Colleen Farley, 29, Standish Chris Farley, 29, Standish Jessica DiBiase, 33, Harrison Sarah Parks, 34, Bellingham, Mass.

Michelle Duncan, 52,Annapolis, Md. Wendy Robicheau, 40, Norway Alicia McGinnis, 35, Harrison Kate Grygiel, 26, Harrison Brent Grygiel, 31, Harrison Sandra Richards, 51, Norway Sterling Sherman, 47, Oxford Keegan McGough, 8, Harrison Brittany Paul, 23, Old Orchard Brandon Allen, 25, Old HEADED FOR THE FINISH LINE are Pam (left) and Bill Holden of Bridgton. The Turkey Day 5K, to benefit St. Jude’s Orchard Phillipon, 45, Childrens Hospital, finished at Greenwood Manor off Tolman Road.

(Rivet Photos) Marco Allenstown, N.H. Kelley Paul, 13, Naples Sarah Paul, 15, Naples Debra Paul, 53, Allenstown, N.H. “We are overwhelmed with the turnout for the inaugural running of the race,” said race organizer Barb Stauble. “It just goes to show what people will do for a great cause.”

The idea for the race came

from Stauble, Janet Guidi and Kate Tucker. The organizers found it difficult to predict how many runners would attend the first installment of what plans to be an annual Thanksgiving tradition. In the end, the proceeds from the race totaled more than $1,500.

“With the momentum and success of this year’s race, next year’s could be even bigger,” Guidi said. “Regardless of the number of runners, we’re so pleased to be raising money for such a worthy cause.”

St Jude’s treats patients from all 50 states and around the world and does it all for free of charge. St. Jude’s is a worldclass hospital where researchers and clinicians work tirelessly to save the lives of children with cancer and other deadly diseases. St. Jude’s shares its research and cutting edge technology with physicians and hospitals all around the world and have pushed the overall survival rate for childhood cancers from 20% in 1962 to 80% today.

Stauble, Guidi and Tucker would like to thank The Village Tie Up, Crystal Lake Spa, Olde Mill Tavern, The Market Basket, St. Joseph Church Knights of Columbus, the Greenwood Manor Inn, the Harrison Fire/ EMT Department, the Wassick family, Robert Mitten, Melissa Phillips and Adam St. Pierre.

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BACK IN THE AREA — Former Lake Region area residents Brandon Allen (left) and Brittany Paul took part in the 5K. They now live in Old Orchard Beach.

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Saturday, Dec. 15, from noon to 2 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 22, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Sundays, Dec. 16 and 23, noon to 2 p.m.

Sticks and Pucks, Sundays Dec. 9, 16 and 23 from 3 to 5 p.m.

Conflicts do arise on occasion, so call ahead to confirm at 6477637, ext. 1310.

Prices: $4 for adults, $3 for students in grades 1-12, $2 for children ages 5 and younger, $2 for seniors ages 62 and older, $5 for sticks and pucks, and $4 for rentals.

READY FOR THE COLD — Scott Burnham of Harrison was No ice skating charges for Bridgton residents (proof of resiprepared for the chilly temperatures at the start of the Turkey dency required).

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Deer hunt list (Continued from Page C)

pounds; Todd Hamilton, Casco, buck, 135 pounds, 6 points; Mathew Martelice, Otisfield, buck, 148 pounds, 8 points; Thomas Rose, Otisfield, doe.

Little Mountain Store, West Bridgton Friday, Oct. 5: Robert Knapp of Fryeburg, buck, 8 point, shot in Fryeburg.

Saturday, Oct. 27: Jarrett Baker of Fryeburg, buck, 2 points, Fryeburg; Benjamin Bruns of Waterford, buck, 5 points, Bridgton; Rainie Wiemer of Naples, buck, 8 points, Bridgton; Kenneth Frost III of Lovell, buck, 8 points, Bridgton; Robert Prouty of Fryeburg, doe, Fryeburg; Louis Gagnon of Fryeburg, buck, 8 points, Fryeburg; Bruce Stewart of Fryeburg, buck, 2 points, Fryeburg; Caleb Grover of Norway, doe, 124 pounds, Bridgton; Ella Cressy of Fryeburg, buck, 124 pounds, Fryeburg.

Monday, Oct. 29: David Grover of Bridgton, buck, Bridgton.

Thursday, Nov. 1: David Infinger of Lovell, buck, 2 points, Sweden; Peter Niven of Westford, Mass., buck, 2 points, Bridgton; Ronald Frazier of Bow, N.H., buck, 2 points, Sweden; David Stuart of Fryeburg, buck, spike horn, Fryeburg; Charles Record Sr. of Windham, buck, Sweden; Donald Grover of Conway, N.H., doe, Bridgton; John Raby Sr. of Boscaween, N.H., doe, Sweden.

Friday, Nov. 2: Derrick Mack of Bridgton, buck, 2 points, Fryeburg; George Hamilton of Gorham, buck, 122 pounds, spike horn, Bridgton; Sulo Burbank of Fryeburg, buck, Bridgton; Hunter Griffin of Fryeburg, buck, Fryeburg; Teresa Baker of Fryeburg, doe, Bridgton.

Saturday, Nov. 3: Thomas Bryant of Hudson, Mass., buck, 180 pounds, 8 points, Bridgton; Michael Elliott of Fryeburg, buck, 175 pounds, Bridgton; Scott Schrader of Sebago, buck, 170 pounds, Denmark; Kevin Lamberson of North Yarmouth, doe, Fryeburg; Daniel Atkinson of Windham, buck, 2 points, Fryeburg; Colin Micklon of Denmark, buck, Sweden; Scott Ayre of South Portland, buck, Bridgton; Sally Whitten of Fryeburg, doe, Fryeburg; Penny Thompson of Bridgton, buck, Bridgton.

Monday, Nov. 5: Leo Kearney of Duxbury, Mass., buck, 225 pounds, 10 points, Stow.

Tuesday, Nov. 6: Barry Hill II of Fryeburg, buck, 175 pounds, 8 points, Fryeburg; Jonathan Brill of Bridgton, buck, 190 pounds, 7 points, Bridgton.

Thursday, Nov. 8: Donald Sprague of Sebago, doe, 120 pounds; Nathan Hill of Fryeburg, doe, Fryeburg.

Friday, Nov. 9: Kevin Allen of Shrewsbury, Mass., buck, 120 pounds, Fryeburg; Herbert Cummings of Fryeburg, buck, Denmark; David Andrews of Fryeburg, buck, Fryeburg; John Andrews of Fryeburg, buck, 8 points, Fryeburg; Roy Andrews of Fryeburg, buck, 8 points, Fryeburg.

Saturday, Nov. 10: Kathleen Graves of North Stratford, N.H., buck, 6 points, Fryeburg; Paul Buckley Jr. of Needham, Mass., buck, 127 pounds, 2 points, Fryeburg; Matthew Doering of Hopedale, Mass., buck, 6 points, Sweden; Jeffrey Douglass of Bridgton, buck, 176 pounds, 9 points, Sweden; Philip Seymour of Natick, Mass., doe, Fryeburg.

Tuesday, Nov. 13: Frank Barter of Fryeburg, buck, 8 points, Fryeburg.

Wednesday, Nov. 14: James Carty of Sweden, buck, Sweden; Stephen Burke of Fryeburg, buck, 2 points, Fryeburg; Harvey Walker of Denmark, buck, 2 points, Fryeburg.

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GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN — Peter Berry of Bridgton can still visualize the majestic buck he and his friend, Dickey Wyman, came face to face inside this cemetery in Sweden.

Deer tale: When the dead arise

(Continued from Page C) Dickey nudged the gear-shift into neutral, set the parking brake, picked up the 30-30, opened his door and stepped out of the Goose all-the-while fishing in his pocket for a shell which he found and placed into the chamber of the rifle.

It took Dickey a few seconds to get out of the Goose and the only movements from the buck were two jets of steam pulsing from his nostrils. I now had my door open and was standing on the running board when the buck decided he had had enough and took a couple of steps before leaping to the edge of the road. One more leap and he was at the base of a stone wall that surrounded a small cemetery and with another he landed in the center of a few dozen old, gray headstones. In my mind’s logic, he Phone: Fax: Outside ME:

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would take one more leap and disappear into the woods at the back of the burial grounds, but he didn’t follow my assumed scenario. He stopped, turned slightly, and looked down at us.

The soft edge of dawn had broken the hard grip of night while this drama was playing out and now I could see the full majesty of the buck standing in the last vestiges of swirling mist looking surprised at the very thought that something would disturb his early morning routine. At that moment, a tremendous sound broke the dead silence and sent a shaft of fear straight to my gut. Dickey had fired the 30-30 and as I watched, baffled at the turn of events, that big buck dropped like the proverbial ton of bricks.

The report from the rifle had echoed down through the woods to Highland Lake and beyond while we stood looking at the spot where the buck had fallen and, although we couldn’t see him, we knew he

was there. I finally got a shell from my shirt pocket and had the Enfield loaded and ready to go, but with the safety on. We must have been a sight standing in the middle of the road with our weapons at the ready, the Goose idling away with both doors open and headlights glowing, but we were a determined pair and moved with a mixture of caution and satisfaction toward the stone steps that led into the cemetery.

We ascended the steps and I moved to the right following Dickey’s whispered instructions and had taken only a couple of paces when an angry snort broke the silence and that buck jumped into the air right in front of us. He gave another nerve-rattling grunt, shook his antlers at us and leaped a good 10 feet, gathered himself for another and was gone into the woods. Dickey fired a shot after him and I brought the Enfield to my shoulder and pulled the trigger. Nothing. In the excitement of the moment, I had left the safety on and stood there

suffering from what hunters far better schooled than I was in those things chose to call “buck fever.”

At noon on this most frustrating of days, Dickey and I were seated at the counter in Percy’s restaurant, a popular eatery and hangout for high school kids situated near the top of Main Hill and not that far from the scene of our disappointment. We ordered cheeseburgers and Cokes and sat in silent contemplation of all that had happened on that fateful morning.

After the buck had plunged into the woods from the cemetery, we pulled the Goose off the road, waited a half hour and slowly walked into the bush after him hoping his wounds had forced him to lie down.

But, no luck. We were soon standing on the edge of Route 302 looking at fresh tracks in the gravel. We crossed the road and looked for tracks there, but found none so we drove the Goose around and waited DEER TALE, Page C

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Deer hunt list (Continued from Page C)

Thursday, Nov. 15: Mark MacDonald of Fryeburg, buck, 7 points, Fryeburg; William Lowell of Fryeburg, buck, 8 points, Fryeburg; Richard Eastman of Fryeburg, doe, Fryeburg.

Friday, Nov. 16: Robert Beauregard of Tampa, Fla., doe, Sweden; Terry Holden of Fryeburg, buck, 5 points, Fryeburg; Robert Quinton of Auburn, buck, 2 points, Fryeburg.

Saturday, Nov. 17: Paul Skinner of Hollis, N.H., buck, 118 pounds, Fryeburg; Andrew Johnson of Stow, buck, Fryeburg; Scott Drabinowicz of Swampscott, Mass., buck, 2 points, Bridgton; Joseph Jopling of Bridgton, buck, Bridgton; Peter Hewson of Bridgton, buck, 2 points, Bridgton.

Tuesday, Nov. 20: Mike Harmon of Bridgton, buck, 8 points, buck; John Hastings of Fryeburg, doe, Fryeburg; Tucker Warren of Arundel, buck, Bridgton.

Wednesday, Nov. 21: Richard Fedele of Bedford, Mass., buck, 3 points, Fryeburg; William Franklin of Falmouth, buck, 3 points, Denmark.

The Village Tie-Up, Harrison Thursday, Oct. 4: Raymond Stauble of Harrison, doe, shot in Westbrook.

Saturday, Oct. 20: Patrick Joyce of Harrison, doe, Harrison.

Saturday, Oct. 27: Scott Winchell of Auburn, buck, North Bridgton; Elwood Chambers of Buxton, buck, Bridgton; Stephen Lyons of Bridgton, doe, Bridgton; James Gibbons of Naples, doe, Harrison; Dennis Hewson of Harrison, buck, Harrison; Francine Phillips of Bridgton, buck, Bridgton; Daryl Walker of Bridgton, doe, Bridgton; Jesse Allen of Naples, buck, Naples; Charles Warner of Bridgton, doe, Casco; Shawn Pride of Bridgton, doe, Bridgton; Walter Ronfeldt of Harrison, buck, Naples.

Tuesday, Oct. 30: Kenneth Maddocks of Harrison, buck, Harrison; Stephen Mowatt of Bridgton, doe, Bridgton; Adam Mowatt of Bridgton, doe, Bridgton.

Wednesday, Oct. 31: Samuel Holmes of Lewiston, buck, Bridgton.

Thursday, Nov. 1: Kenneth Philbrick of Portsmouth, N.H., buck, Sweden; Jerome Teschendorf of Romesville, S.C., buck, Bridgton.

Friday, Nov. 2: Paul Walker of Medway, Mass, doe, Harrison; Carey Martin of Denmark, buck, Bridgton; Ralph Gardner of Harrison, buck, Harrison; Virginia Colby of Harrison, buck, Harrison; Jason Ziminsky of Bridgton, doe, Bridgton; Steven Peck of Harrisville, R.I., buck, Sweden.

Saturday, Nov. 3: Raymond Gillespie of Casco, doe, Bridgton; Hobart Denison of Harrison, buck, Harrison; Norman Locke of South Portland, buck, Harrison; James McGinnis of New Gloucester, buck, Harrison; William Pilgrim of York, Pa., buck, Harrison; Gerald Sanborn of Harrison, buck, Bridgton; Leonard Lavoie of Sweden, buck, Sweden; Frederick Thompson of Bridgton, buck, Bridgton; Athena Warner of Harrison, doe, Harrison.

Monday, Nov. 5: Jason Thompson of Bridgton, buck, Bridgton; Glenwood Willette of Harrison, doe, Harrison.

Tuesday, Nov. 6: Ralph Boynton of Westbrook, buck, Bridgton.

Wednesday, Nov. 7: Harold Leino of Harrison, doe, Harrison.

Thursday, Nov. 8: Gary Hamlin of Harrison, buck, Harrison; Zachery Laney of South Bridgton, buck, Bridgton; Brian Gagne of Cumberland, buck, North Waterford; Keith Miller of Bridgton, buck, Bridgton; Glenn Dobransky of Casco, buck, Bridgton; Michael O’Kelley of Harrison, buck, Harrison.

Friday, Nov. 9: Donald Kimball of Oxford, buck, Harrison; Randolph Heath of Bridgton, doe, Bridgton.

Saturday, Nov. 10: Stephen Brill of Bridgton, buck, 202 pounds, Bridgton; David Lawless of Swampscott, Mass., buck, Bridgton; Jason Yannelli of Harrison, doe, Sebago; Mikayla Porter of Bridgton, doe, Bridgton; Alvin Ridlon of Casco, doe, Bridgton; Stephen Gilchrist of Salem, Mass., doe, Bridgton; Gerard McGee of Waterford, buck, Bridgton; Kyle Keenan of Buxton, doe, Bridgton; Lucas Perry of Harrison, buck, Harrison; Steven Baker of Brockton, Mass., doe, Bridgton; Michael Goodwin of Bridgton, buck, Bridgton.

Monday, Nov. 12: Allen Bowley of Jacksonville, Fla., buck, Harrison; Brianna Darling of Harrison, buck, Harrison; Anthony Hazelton of Harrison, doe, Harrison; Everett Danforth of Stoneham, buck, Harrison; Todd Keenan of Buxton, doe, Harrison; Michael Ross of Hanover, Mass., buck, Harrison; Nathan Runk of Roxbury, Mass., buck, North Waterford; Robert Bissonnette of Harrison, buck, Harrison.

Thursday, Nov. 15: Susan York of Sweden, doe, Bridgton; John Mangiafico of Harrison, buck, Harrison.

Friday, Nov. 16: Dyllan Barter of Sebago, buck, Bridgton; Josh Pierce of Westbrook, doe, Harrison; Michael Pike of Waterford, buck, Waterford.

Saturday, Nov. 17: Peter Gately of North Bridgton, buck, North Bridgton; Michael Carroll of Gorham, buck, Harrison; Keith Carroll of Windham, buck, Harrison; Thomas McGee of Waterford, doe, Bridgton; James Dugan of Waterford, buck, Waterford.

Monday, Nov. 19: Jason Winslow of New Gloucester, doe, Harrison; Gary Pagel of Harrison, doe, Harrison; Noyes Blake of Harrison, doe, Harrison.

Jordan’s Store, East Sebago Monday, Nov. 5: John Graham of Naples, buck, 203 pounds, 13 points.

Tuesday, Nov. 6: John Reed of Sebago, buck; Chris Martin of Standish, buck; John Reilly of Sebago, buck, 166 pounds, 10 points.

Thursday, Nov. 8: James Manchester of Hiram, buck, spike horn; Ron Willey of Sebago, buck, 182 pounds, 10 points.

Friday, Nov. 9: Gil Merritt of Sebago, buck, 145 pounds, 7 points; Bernard Knott Jr. of Gorham, buck, 149 pounds, 6 points; Brian Knott of Westbrook, buck, 160 pounds, 8 points; Joe Sawyer of Steep Falls, buck, 159 pounnds, 10 points; Eric Hackett Sr. of Sebago, buck; Kenneth Tarbox of Sebago, doe; Barney Hamlin of Gorham, buck, 144 pounds, 9 points.

Saturday, Nov. 10: Clinton Chaplin of Bridgton, buck; Thomas Sanders of Sebago, buck; David Brown Sr. of Sebago, doe; David Olson of Sebago, buck; Joshua Clark of Sebago, buck, 185 pounds, 10 points; Thomas Kumulainen of Gorham, buck, 150 pounds, 4 points; George Lee of Ocala, Fla., buck, 176 pounds, 6 points; Brendon Harmon of Naples, buck, 175 pounds, 9 points; Ernest Hulit III of Steep Falls, buck, 120 pounds; Sidney Thorne of Portland, doe; Kevin Tedford of Westbrook, buck, expanded archery; Mike Cross of Sebago, buck.

Monday, Nov. 12: Robert Stone of Cornish, buck; Stillman Stone of Fitzwilliams, N.H., buck; Anthony DiBiase Jr. of Portland, buck; Andrew D’Amore of Marlborough, Mass., buck; Evan Gallant of Portland, buck.

Tuesday, Nov. 13: Dwight Thorne of Baldwin, buck, 163 pounds, 8 points; Zachary Barrows of Baldwin, doe; Steven Bickford of Standish, buck.

Thursday, Nov. 15: Douglas Flint Jr. of Standish, buck, 167

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FRESH LOOK — Maine CWP Training in Harrison (NRA certified instructor Paul Mattson) donated this new Rules Sign to Fryeburg Fish & Game and Maine Inland Fisheries and Wildlife for their shooting range on Fish & Game Road in Fryeburg. The new sign replaces the pictured existing sign.

(Continued from Page C) another half hour before entering the undergrowth and carefully searching along 302 for a couple of hours. The woods in this area were very thick and in some places impossible to negotiate so we drove to the Hio Ridge Road and spent another hour or so in the woods there checking for signs, but found nothing so we resigned ourselves to the fact that the biggest buck either of us had ever seen was gone and, we hoped, had survived.

Dickey was such a nice guy and said that what happened to me with leaving the safety on happens to all hunters and the next time would be different.

I knew he was disappointed that the buck remained on the loose, but he was also excited about the day’s events and said we were so close

to the biggest buck ever that we could have reached out and touched him and that we would have something to talk about for years to come. I hate to think of how many hunting laws we overlooked on that fateful morning, but in the suddenness of the moment we acted, as novice hunters are likely to do, without considering the finer points of those laws.

Recently I was driving along Route 93 and stopped my little blue car, affectionately named The Blue Goose IV, at that cemetery and relived those few moments of high excitement and saw the silhouette of a majestic buck with antlers beyond belief standing among the ancient stones looking down on me and saying, you had your chance.

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PEDALING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT — The Maine Environmental Science Academy (MESA) at Molly Ockett Middle School is pedaling their way to reducing their carbon footprint. Through the accumulation of recycled bicycles the program is utilizing this mode of transportation to enjoy field trips within the surrounding area. MESA decided to incorporate bicycles into their structure as a means of reducing transportation costs as well as having a positive impact of the planet and staying healthy. This maiden voyage was in conjunction with MESA’s fieldwork with Tin Mountain Conservation Center in Albany, N.H. MESA was developed to provide the students at Molly Ockett Middle School with an organized opportunity to become successful academically in a hands-on environmental stewardship-based curriculum and develop leadership skills and potential.

Postcards from China

By Judy Crowell Guest Writer I am an early riser and usually can be found walking the streets of the college before classes.

There is a small village close to the college that I frequently go to. I love to watch farmers getting their crops ready for the market. There is one man I see every day. He is almost done working the field when I arrive at 6:30. He has his field weeded for the day.

He has picked most of the vegetables and has them carefully placed on his cart that is attached to his bike.

There is one water buffalo in the village and all of the farmers share him. I believe he is the owner of the big animal, but I am not sure. The gentleman lets the beast out of his stall in the morning after he has done his chores and with a small piece of bamboo POSTCARDS, Page C

Fun & games

November 29, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page C

This week’s puzzle theme: Outer space ACROSS 1. Raised on a farm, pl.

6. Former refrigerant 9. Red ____ 13. Dickens’ _____ Heep 14. Uncle Sam wanted this 15. Needed for service 16. Laundromat setting 17. Interest rate 18. _____ order of classical architecture 19. *Famous cosmonaut 21. *Space filler 23. Jack-in-the-Box restraint 24. Watered down 25. Columbus Day mo.

28. Drop a line 30. More hokey 35. *Moon of Saturn 37. “Frat Pack” member 39. Burn slightly 40. Charlie “____” Parker 41. Wall painting 43. First stop on the way to riches?

44. A picture within a picture 46. Phoenix neighbor 47. Sheepshank or bowline, e.g.

48. Tapeworm 50. Solemn promise 52. Lt.’s subordinate

53. Irk 55. Trigonometry abbr.

57. *Atlantis’ deposit 60. *It was recently retired 64. Iraqi money 65. Make lacework by knotting 67. Traffic stopper 68. Greet the day 69. “___, the Beloved Country” 70. Serengeti grazer 71. “All ___ are off!”

72. Witch’s work 73. Clans or tribes DOWN 1. Town 2. Diva’s solo 3. *Saturn’s environs, sing.

4. Like sound of pinched nose 5. Mohammed’s descendant 6. Greenish blue 7. Dandy 8. Grading arch 9. Holier than who?

10. Hokkaido native 11. It often precedes “proper” 12. And so on 15. Pervertedly insane ones 20. “Kick the bucket,” e.g.

22. Ooh and ____ 24. Of which

25. *Outer space path 26. *Third country to independently send person to space 27. To the point 29. Swim, swam, ____ 31. *USS Enterprise Captain 32. Absurd 33. Prod or incite 34. He _____ in peace 36. Port in Yemen 38. *Rover launcher 42. Gate holder 45. Sound quality 49. Be indisposed 51. Of Lords and of Commons 54. Bring back 56. Turning token taker 57. Add to payroll 58. U in “Law & Order: SVU” 59. Low pitch 60. “Mr. Roboto” band 61. Links hazard 62. Fast time 63. Means justifiers 64. Pat 66. ___ you sure?

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Judy Crowell’s postcards from China (Continued from Page C) the man rides his bike down the street with the water buffalo on his right directing him where to go. The man has dry leathery skin and works both night and day in the village.

He comes home at about noon like everyone in this area to eat lunch and take a nap while the sun is the hottest. At night when I am finished my late classes, I see him bringing the water buffalo back to his stall.

The cart is now empty of all the crops, which have been sold in the market.

The manual labor here amazes me. It seems that every inch of land here has been touched by human hands. I

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have seen mountains void of trees with terraces for planting crops. I can only imagine how many men and women worked to clear the mountain of trees, and dig the land to make it suitable to plant crops.

I think back to a story I once heard about a man who lived in Raymond (I believe) who thought his view would be better if he took off a chunk of the mountain in the way of his beautiful view. I do not believe he was able to accomplish this, but I think it could happen in China.

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a man carry a rock between them attached by a rope to the yoke they wear on their back. The rock must weigh 200 pounds and yet the two of them carry the stone as if it weighs 20 pounds.

I have also seen a crew of four workers make a cement road using a manual cement mixer and two wheelbarrows.

Surely, there is a Hayes True Value close by to rent some type of equipment to make this job easier. But no, there is nothing. The men work without complaint. There are

only four men to do the job of 30. Yet, they finish in a day, no overtime here. Their faces speak volumes. I would love to know all the secrets they hold within. I would love to hear about the time they skipped work to meet a friend for a cold beer, but alas I see only honest hard working people.

About the Writer Judy Crowell, 47, of Harrison is teaching English in China.

She plans to send a weekly article looking at life and her experiences in China.

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Regional sports

Freedom of Hills: South Baldface

By Allen Crabtree Guest Writer South Baldface is part of a line of peaks west of Evans Notch in the White Mountain National Forest on the New Hampshire side of the MaineNew Hampshire border.

Other peaks in the mountain string include Baldface Knob, North Baldface, Eagle Crag and

the Royce Peaks. They rise up 3,000 feet higher than the Cold River valley to their east, providing great views of the relatively flat coastal plain extending southeast to the horizon and even more spectacular views to the west, to the Carter Range, Mount Washington and the Presidentials.

Both South and North

Deer hunt list (Continued from Page C)

Baldface have extensive alpine zones following a 1903 fire, and both have precipitous east-facing ledges. The Baldface Circle Trail connects both Baldfaces in a rugged, spectacular loop that takes hikers along a four-mile exposed ridge and across the bare summits. The trail is a steep and difficult climb up the South Baldface ledges to the summit.

An easier but longer trail to the summit of South Baldface via Baldface Knob is the Slippery Brook Trail.

The Denmark Mountain Hikers climbed South Baldface via the Baldface Circle Trail, climbing up the South Baldface cliffs on May 13, 2011.

As this was a challenging hike with scrambling on exposed terrain, the half-mile of ledges between the shelter and the top of the shoulder (Knob Trail and the Circle Trail) trail junction took us longer than expected.

This was the Denmark Mountain Hikers “Centennial Hike” to celebrate more than 100 miles hiked since the group started (we will reach the 400 mile mark in January 2013)!

We had a celebratory lunch atop the first above-timberline-peak that the group had summited so far. The views were fantastic! John served his piping-hot homemade corn chowder, with Katie’s homemade cranberry bread, Mel’s exotic cheese and crackers, and chocolate. Mel and I provided beverages to accompany lunch. After lunch and the celebration, we continued to Baldface Knob and then descended via the Slippery Brook trail saving the South Baldface summit for another day. This was our longest hike to this point, and clearly the most difficult with the ledges, but well worth it!

pounds, 8 points; Richard Marston of Auburn, doe; Joe Joyce of Westbrook, buck, 149 pounds, 8 points; Andrew MacDonald of Hiram, buck, spike horn, expanded archery; Wayne Richardson of South Portland, buck.

Friday, Nov. 16: Jeremy Cummings of Lyman, buck, 140 pounds, 4 points; Russell Allen of Naples, doe.

Saturday, Nov. 17: Philip Robinson III of Naples, buck; Charles Chaplin of Naples, doe; Daniel Reinhard of Naples, buck, 210 pounds, 7 points; Arthur Seavey of Standish, buck; Allen Hooker of Windham, buck; Anthony Vacchiano of Sebago, buck, 4 points; Alan Staples of Baldwin, doe, 135 pounds; Rocco Pesle Sr. of Portland, buck; Mark Dyer of Steep Falls, buck, 4 points; Robert Thompson of Westbrook, buck, spike horn, 113 pounds; John Mains of Naples, buck, 129 pounds, 6 points; Joseph Davis of Standish, buck, 153 pounds, 8 points; Shawn Estabrook of Yarmouth, doe; Terry Dean of Gorham, buck, 4 points.

Monday, Nov. 19: Jason Hebert of Baldwin, buck; Danny Dolloff of Sebago, buck; David Brown of Sebago, buck, 175 pounds, 8 points; Kevin Kendrick of Limington, buck, 125 pounds, 7 points; Gerald Strump of Gorham, buck; Gene Putz of Gorham, buck; Allan McIntire Jr. of South Portland, buck; Mike Vacchiano of Sebago, buck.

Tuesday, Nov. 20: Timothy Tucker of Standish, doe; Steve Vacchiano of Sebago, buck.

Wednesday, Nov. 21: Luke Reynolds of Baldwin, buck, 115 pounds, 4 points; David Narbreski of Wilton, Mass., buck, 145 pounds, 6 points; Glen Edwards of Sebago, buck; Stanley Skolfield of Gorham, buck; Tim Flannery of Westbrook, doe.

Thursday, Nov. 22: Philip Pierce of Gorham, buck, spike horn; Greg Martin of Sebago, buck, 10 points; Francis Rankin of East Baldwin, buck; Brock Sanborn of Waterboro, buck; Nathan Anderson of Sebago, buck; Rebecca King of Steep Falls, buck; Michael Ross of Windham, doe; Stephen Foster of Limington, doe; Cory Erickson of Buxton, buck; Kameron Willey of Casco, buck.

Friday, Nov. 23: Cameron Megary of Buxton, buck; Tyler Merritt of Sebago, buck, 145 pounds, 8 points; Duane Albert of Gorham, buck, 146 pounds, 4 points.

Hike facts Saturday, Nov. 24: Larry Pattengill of Buxton, doe, 120 pounds; South Baldface is located in Mary Coford of Standish, doe, 122 pounds; Ryan Morrell of Naples, doe; Tucker Murch of Baldwin, buck; Joe Kennedy Sr. of Standish, Carroll County, North Chatham, doe; Timothy Hatch of Standish, buck, 9 points; Darren Willey of N.H. Difficulty: Difficult Casco, buck; Gary White of Portland, doe.

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Trail distance (one way): 3.7 miles Hiking times (one way): 3 hours 25 minutes (book time) Elevation: 3,570 feet Vertical gains: 3,050 feet Coordinates: 44° 13’ 54.07” N 71° 4’ 11.53” W Topographic Map: USGS Chatham 7.5-minute quad Directions to the trailhead: Take Route 113 North from Fryeburg into Evans Notch.

Shortly after passing the AMC Cold River Camp entrance, the Baldface Circle parking lot is on the right. This is a White Mountain National Forest parking lot and a daily fee is charged; there is a self-service kiosk to purchase a daily parking permit.

From this parking lot trails to the Baldfaces begin.

Trail information: From the trailhead the trail is nearly level for 0.7 miles to the Circle Junction. Here three trails diverge — the right fork to Emerald Pool, straight ahead to the Bicknell Ridge Trail and northern branch of the Baldface Circle Trail, and left to the south branch of the Baldface Circle Trail. Take the left fork and climb moderately to the South Baldface Shelter at 2.5 miles. From there, the trail climbs very steeply on the open ledges for 0.5 miles — the ledges are dangerous if wet or icy, and hikers are urged to take the Slippery Brook Trail and

Denmark Mountain Hikers climbing the South Baldface cliff.

(Photo by Allen Crabtree) Baldface Knob Trail instead (see hiking guide). At the top of the South Baldface ledges the trail climbs less steeply over open ledges to the Baldface Knob Trail junction (3.2 miles) and then to the summit of South Baldface at 3.7 miles.

It is recommended that hikers refer to a trail guide for more details in planning a trip.

The AMC White Mountain Guide has more information on South Baldface Trails.

What to bring: Good boots, rain or wind gear, touring poles,

season, sunglasses, water and snacks, personal first aid kit, matches, map and compass, trail guide, flashlight and cell phone.

Let someone know your hiking plans before you leave! If you are hiking during hunting season, wear something blaze orange to help make yourself visible.

Next: The next hiking column will be on Amos Mountain in Lovell. For the next Denmark Mountain Hikers’ climb check The Bridgton News community calendar.

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Opinion & Comment

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Earth Notes

My Irish Up

“Earth Notes” is an outgrowth of a deep ecology discussion group. Writers reflect a delight in and concern for the earth and are individually responsible for opinions and information. Community members are invited to submit articles. E-mail jschap@ localnet.com for details.

by Mike Corrigan BN Columnist

Rapid growth

Death at the laundromat

His neck tattoo stretched to the middle of his cheek, his body type was troglodyte XL and he was so intent at thrusting his laundry through the back of the washtub in the machine next to mine last Monday midnight that I decided to skip the pleasantries and pretend I didn’t see him. Ah, life in the city.

When the coin slot mechanism wouldn’t go all the way in on my loaded machine, I scratched my head, tried again, bent to look underneath the machine, tried it all again from the top — I may have whimpered slightly — pushed at the slotted thing again — and then just stood there, staring at the puzzle.

Eventually, I realized the big triple loader didn’t take quarters.

“What kind of a washing machine takes half dollars? What is this, a freaking casino?” I said to the air, not expecting my cohort to answer, but hoping he might, just to break the tension.

(Why was he looking kind of bulgy under his left arm?) I hoped STORY TIME AT THE BRIDGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY — he might be one of those gentle giants you read about, usually in Dylan listens to his heart during Story Time Tuesday at the fiction, sure, but certainly a not impossible type to be doing his Bridgton Public Library.

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Do no wrong, you belong Front Row Seat

by Tom McLaughlin BN Columnist

We’re devolving into tribalism. Americans vote for people in their tribe, or for those their tribal chiefs tell them to. Ninetythree percent of blacks voted for Barack Obama. In Philadelphia, 59 wards voted 100% for him. There wasn’t a single vote for Romney or anybody else. The Hispanic-American organization “La Raza,” (“The Race”) told its tribes people to vote for Obama

Letters Free meal with class

To The Editor: Frank Howell and his support staff deserves our thanks and blessing for the wonderful Thanksgiving dinner we had at the Magic Lantern’s Tannery Pub. It was a great community service — a free meal, served with class.

The waiters and waitresses gave up their own time to be with their families for service

in their community by helping others. Thank you all for making holiday brighter.

Sue Parent Bridgton

The ‘Big Event’

To The Editor: The Bridgton Historical Society and the Rufus Porter Museum recently held its first collaborative fundraiser called “The Big Event,” an evening of music, dinner, and a silent and live auction. We thank the Chalmers Agency as the corporate sponsor for this first-time

and 71% did.

Time was Americans were proud to proclaim themselves part of “The Great Melting Pot” in which immigrants came from all over the world because they valued what America stood for: One nation, under God, with liberty and justice for all — not for this race or that gender. For all. Where government left you alone and only existed to preserve your liberty to make it on your own. We were Americans first — and that trumped everything else with which we may have been associated. Those values have faded as multicultural tribalism has grown.

We hear endless breakdowns of how single, white women voted for Obama while married, white women voted for Romney, how the Obama campaign wrote off white, working men because they could never be persuaded to vote for Obama — unless they belonged to unions, because those guys were already in the sack WRONG, Page D

event. Through the generosity of over 30 contributors, at least 36 items were acquired. Combined with the support of more than 60 guests attending and bidding, the Bridgton Historical Society and the Rufus Porter Museum grossed $5,500.

Our thanks go out to the following businesses and individuals who gave their valuable time and donations: Bridgton Highlands Country Club, Key Bank, Perennial Point of View, Creative Ceramic and Marble, Ancestral Research, Ltd., Shawnee Peak, Songo River Queen, Cook’s Tree Service, Greensong Yoga Center, Food City, Bridgton Drive-In, Down

East, Inc., Folk Art, Etc., Portland Museum of Art, Have A Fitts, Sally Chappell, Carol Davidson, Ned Allen, Lega and Jim Medcalf, Beth Cossey, Marcia Harris, Tom and Elna Stone, Margaret Reimer, Bill and Judy Graham, Julie Lindberg, Linda Lefko, Nelle Ely, Ken Gibbs, Sue Black, Ann Lizotte, Anne Overman, Bonnie Trafford, Mellissa Mattucci and Ross Holden.

Music by the Bridgton Brass Ensemble, the Skylarks, and the Highland Trio was wonderful.

We realize that people are contacted daily by many worthy causes and we truly appreciate that you chose to support the Bridgton Historical Society and the Rufus Porter Museum.

Please plan to attend “The Big Event” next year!

Debra J. Fitts, Treasurer Rufus Porter Museum

By Ken Roy On Nov. 20, 1967, the U.S. Census Bureau’s population clock at the Commerce Department ticked passed 200 million. Now, we are at 310 million; 110 million more in just 45 years and still growing alarmingly.

We, who know and understand why our country’s population growth is so rampant, are looked upon as the “bad guys.” This is unfair, unrealistic and illogical. It is well documented where this huge population growth comes from: immigration, both legal and illegal, and it amounts to 80% of our increase. This is a huge draw on our resources to keep up with the demand necessitated by this rapid growth. It is simply the law of supply and demand, and demand is rapidly outstripping supply. Just look at food and gasoline prices and our $16 trillion national debt.

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Medicare nugget

By Stan Cohen Medicare Volunteer Counselor The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services has announced the new Medicare cost sharing numbers for 2013.

The Part A deductible will change from $1,156 to $1,184.

The Part B annual deductible will increase $7 to $147. The Part B premium will go up $5 to $104.90. The Part B income related premiums (for those who earn more than $85,000) will increase about 5%.

Although we hate to see cost increases in our health insurance, I’d like to make two comments: 1. These Medicare changes are very modest increases compared to the alarming predictions about Medicare premiums that were broadcast before the election.

2. Compared to some of the increases being announced by private insurance companies,

these Medicare increases are astonishingly small.

The $5 increase in the standard Part B premium will be more than offset by the January 1.7% cost of living (COLA) increase in Social Security benefits. Even if your monthly Social Security income is as little as $300, the $5 increase in Part B will be covered by the COLA. Special note: During the Fall Open Enrollment period (which ends Dec. 7), in addition to Medicare Counselor Stan Cohen’s availability at Bridgton Hospital on Tuesdays from 8 to 11 a.m., counselor Phil Ohman will be available by appointment on Tuesdays at the Naples Library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and on Thursdays at the Bridgton Community Center from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 1-800-4277411 to make an appointment with Mr. Ohman.

Birds & history Bird Watch

by Jean Preis BN Columnist

If I were out for a brisk walk, dressed in proper winter clothing, I might use the word crisp to describe this morning’s air, but I am not out walking, I am standing on the porch in my bathrobe and slippers, pouring seeds into the bird feeder. The thermometer shows 29 degrees, and the longer I stand here the less I think crisp, and the more I think freezing. On mornings like this one, ice clings to rocks in the protected corner of the cove, but it does not hinder the migrating common mergansers, hooded mergansers, and common goldeneye, who stop here briefly to rest and fatten up before continuing south. The cold affects us, though, and as the days get shorter and colder we find ourselves looking for things to do indoors rather than outdoors.

Lately, we have been rereading sections of our town’s history To The Editor: book, and have begun exploring the contents of the cardboard box It is amazing to see what in which we stashed old photographs of our house, some of which happens when people come BIRDS, Page D together for the good of others.

Great things are possible. This year, CrossWalk Community Outreach and some selfless community volunteers helped to serve 76 people a beautiful, homemade Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixings. It was a wonderful time had by all, but could not have ever been made possible without any of the outstanding volunteers who helped make it all a reality.

We would like to publicly acknowledge those who played a role in this most successful event: To Kathy and Russell Sweet, Ruth Robinson, Nancy Vose, Bonnie Canfield, Ruby and Dick Gouette, Cheryl Harmon and to our anonymous donors of the turkeys, thank you for your donation of food. Without it, it could not have been possible. It means a lot to have your support.

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(Continued from Page D) most enjoyable! They all left with full bellies and smiles on their faces.

To our kitchen help and servers: Kristen Simas, Rebecca and Chuck Hawkins, Phyllis Hoyt, the Freeman family, Bob Nyberg, Mark and Kathleen Blankenship, Laurel Cebra, Rebecca Keck, Carol Keck, Nancy Lou Stiles, Chelsea Roy, Lee Keene, Dell Foss, Heath Enright and Barbara Adlard.

Your smiles and welcome words made everyone feel at home and happy to be with us for the holiday. You are a blessing! Thank you!

To our decorating crew: Nancy Lou Stiles, Phyllis Hoyt, Bill Tardiff, Dick Enright, Rebecca Keck, Laurel Cebra, Carol Keck and Kristen Simas.

The place looked beautiful and welcoming! Great job!

To our greeters extraordinaire: the Freemans and Dell Foss, who did double duty, serving and making our guests feel special and welcome, thank you!

PUBLIC NOTICE

TOWN OF CASCO NOTICE OF BIDS The Town of Casco, Maine will receive sealed bids for: Demolition of Dangerous Building until 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 10, 2012, at the Town Manager’s Office, Route 121, Casco, Maine, at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

Specifications, the Invitation to Bid and Instructions to Bidders are on file at the Casco Town Office at Route 121, Casco, Maine.

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of his electoral opponent, Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu laid siege to Gaza. The president’s response sounded as if he were still trying to win votes in Florida: “Israel has the right to defend itself.”

Obviously, no person of whatever persuasion would deny that elemental right. He left it standing alone, however. The second, essential and obvious clause in that assertion remained unspoken: “Gazans have the right to resist a relentlessly cruel blockade.”

Both sides, be it noted, are in violation of international law.

It is the forthright man giving voice to the second clause that some loyal voters hoped to see make an appearance. Balance — as in the distant days when the United States was the “honest broker” for the Arab-Israel strife — was all we wanted. A fair approach so as to give Washington leverage in working for a durable peace To Laurel Cebra, for sharing her story of the first Thanksgiving, giving us the history of this wonderful event and reminding us to focus on what we are to be grateful for, family, friends, food, and this wonderful country, founded on faith in God. It is our heritage.

To Barbara Adlard for her beautiful blessing she shared before our meal. Thank you so much!

To Davey Sturtevant and his friend, Russ, for providing us some great entertainment.

Thank you for sharing your gift of music with our community. It made for such a pleasant atmosphere to enjoy the holiday.

To our clean-up crew,

especially Kristen Simas, the Hawkins family, Chuck and Rebecca, the Freemans, Kathleen Blankenship and Lee Keene. You truly did such a beautiful, humble thing by staying behind to make sure each pot, pan and last dish and utensil were clean and it looked like we hadn’t even been there.

Wow! What a gift! Behind the scenes, but oh so important.

To the Naples Town Hall, especially Barbara Beckwith for her support and accommodations to us every year, to Carol Drew for the gift of flowers, your centerpieces added such flair to our tables this year. They were beautiful! And lastly, most importantly, to our

Lovell residents attending, or planning to attend, a school of postsecondary education (whether liberal arts or vocational) are invited to apply. The Warren B. and John W. McKeen Educational Foundation will be awarding a number of scholarships to such students who have been Lovell residents for at least one year. Application forms may be obtained at the Lovell Town Office (Tel.: 207-925-6272), or at the office of the Foundation’s Trustee, Peter J. Malia, Jr., P.O. Box 290, 376 Main Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037 (Tel.: 207-935-2061), or at the Guidance Office at Fryeburg Academy. Some financial information will be required, since awards must be made on the basis of financial need, but such information will be kept confidential.

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TOWN OF NAPLES SITE WALK CAUSEWAY ZONING REVIEW

A Site Walk has been scheduled for Friday, November 29th at 9:45 a.m. at the Naples Town Office.

The purpose of the Site Walk is to review zoning along the causeway for a possible zone change.

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TOWN OF NAPLES Planning Board

The Naples Planning Board will meet on December 4, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Naples Municipal Office Buildings located at 15 Village Green Lane. On the agenda: 1. Approve minutes of September 4, 2012.

2. Review and sign Findings of Fact for Site Plan Review for property located at 86 Casco Road, and shown on Naples Tax Map R08, Lot 30A, submitted by Robert Fogg, Q-Team.

3. Review a request to abandon a previously-approved subdivision submitted by Roland Hale and know as River Run Subdivision.

4. Review Planning Board Bylaws.

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Saturday, Dec. 8, 2012 • 1-3 p.m.

Harrison Fire Station

The Naples Board of Selectpersons will meet Monday, December 3, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria at Lake Region High School.

The topic of discussion is the budget development process for the 2013–14 school year.

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Rabies Shots $10.00 per dog or cat.

Residents and non-residents welcome.

Dog licensing available for Harrison residents.

IMPORTANT: Proof of prior rabies vaccine is required if applicable. If you cannot provide proof of prior rabies vaccination, the vaccine will only be valid for one year.

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PUBLIC HEARING

The Municipal Officers of the Town of Bridgton will hold a Public Hearing at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 11th, 2012 at the Municipal Building located at 3 Chase Street, in Bridgton, to accept oral and written comments on an application from CLH Apex Inc d/b/a The Noble House Inn Bed and Breakfast (81 Highland Road) for a new liquor license.

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To The Editor: Maybe I should begin this piece with a warning that reads, “Viewers beware, subject matter may be offensive, and especially to those who may totally miss my point.” I am referring to the ill-received reactions to “my opinion” letter, “Lead By Example.” My letter was not meant to be vindictive, just an honest observation and opinion of a contradiction I believe impacts our town.

I felt compelled to write my opinion, about a perfect storm of circumstances surrounding

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The Consumer Fireworks committee will be holding a public informational session in the Bridgton District Court Room located at 3 Chase Street, Bridgton, Maine. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at 6 p.m.

Detailed Bid Specifications may be obtained from the Town of Naples Municipal Offices at 15 Village Green Lane, during regular office hours, and also available at www.townofnaples.org under the BIDS tab. All bids must be received by 12:00 p.m. on Monday, December 10, 2012, and bids will be opened at 1:00 p.m. The Town of Naples reserves the right to reject any and all bids or to accept any bid deemed to be in the best interest of the town to do so. Sealed Bids should be sent to Town of Naples, PO Box 1757, 15 Village Green Lane, Naples, Maine 04055.

Envelopes should be marked “Snow Shoveling Bid.” Bids should be for up to three years with each year’s cost broken out separately.

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Snow Shoveling of Entrances and Exits and Walkways and other areas at Various Town-owned facilities.

of us at CrossWalk Community Outreach.

Gratefully, Your CrossWalk crew Board of Directors Mark and Lindsay Clement Nancy Vose Christy Hafford Donald Moore Jr. Dave and Joanna Moore

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The Town of Naples is soliciting bids from qualified contractors for up to a three year period for the following services:

guests, who came out to celebrate this day with us. We are so very happy that you chose it to spend with us, your fellow community members. We value your friendship! We can never thank you enough for being so supportive of all we do. We truly are blessed to be able to do what we do, but it cannot ever be possible without us all coming together for the good of our community. And you did that, with much love, grace and style! Thank you Naples!

We feel grateful and blessed for each one of you! When we all come together like this I am sure that the good Lord is smiling down on all of us, happy to see us working side by side and enjoying one another! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all you do for your neighbors. This is just one of the many, many reasons that we are so blessed to be a part of this Lake Region community.

Thank you!

To our family, friends and fellow community members: May you all have a blessed and beautiful holiday season and a very happy New Year from all

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The agenda for the meeting will be to review actions taken by the committee to this point in time and to seek public input into the drafting of a Consumer Fireworks Ordinance for the Town of Bridgton.

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settlement. Practical steps that follow a policy that reflects our traditional values — that is all the faithful seek.

What we got instead wasn’t all bad: a cease-fire that may still be in effect when you read these words. And only about 10 times the number of Palestinian killed as Israelis — compared to 100 times as many in the last, but longer, dust-up. The end of bombing and rockets was possible because the president of Egypt (not America) stepped in to use his influence with both sides, a deal that saw Israel negotiating, albeit indirectly, with its “terrorist” enemy Hamas.

Yes, I know. Secretary Clinton flew in to add her bit in the final act. Always welcome. But necessary? Perhaps just another entry on the CV of a politician with aspirations for four years hence?

A bigger test may come before too many months have passed.

Should Netanyahu press to have American forces help him in an unnecessary war against Iran, will Obama stand firm with principled backbone to protect American and the world’s human and economic interests and deny the Israeli leader?

Reflecting on these events, it seems to me that we are not just dealing with a question of liberalism vs. conservatism. It is a question about leadership. It’s about not trying to get our way by force or threats, but through persuasion and respect. That’s the country that made us proud in the past. We hope to see it restored.

Henry Precht is a retired Foreign Service Officer.

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Some of us voted for Obama because (1.) we feared the nebulous promises of Romney and the malign influence of no-nothing Tea Partiers and (2.) we hoped that a second term, lame duck president would be less likely to compromise the liberal values we hoped he harbored.

That first fear can be dismissed although the movement lives on among Republicans in Congress. They seem still determined to block any sensible motion by the president as they did during his first four years. Fanatics in this country are no less destructive in their (metaphorically) suicidal impulses than their counterparts in the Middle East.

Our pre-election desperate hopes concern us most now: Will Obama, the Prophet of Liberalism, remain true to his faith and followers or will he again offer up the mush of compromise that any self-respecting Old Testament prophet would deride as a betrayal of belief?

He started off well. In his first press conference he plainly, adamantly promised that tax rates would rise for the rich — a mandate from his election, he said. Then, as he was stepping away from the rostrum we smelled deal making coming from the policy kitchen.

Soon, more pungently, we sniffed in the press that, well, you know, maybe reducing deductions will achieve the same purpose as higher rates.

Next, the president’s unfriendly “ally” and not-so-covert backer

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(Continued from Page D) a person running for public office, wanting to represent me, campaigning to “make Maine more attractive to business,” who happens to own property in the heart of our downtown and business area. Fair or not, people running for public office are open to public scrutiny. It is my belief, the property of this former candidate negatively impacts our town and not only contradicts her slogan of “making Maine more attractive to business” but impedes it.

As residents, taxpayers, voters and as people who love their towns, it is our business to speak up about public officials campaigning to represent us

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and make a positive difference when they don’t.

You can call me a “pompous a--,” but I can assure you I’m no horses a--. For those who think the condition of properties in our downtown is none of our business and not important to the health and vitality of a town, imagine this… buildings left unpainted, damages left unrepaired, broken glass not replaced, lawns and ornamentals neglected, movie theaters left to abandon in a heap.

We’d be left with nightmares on Main Street where the only activity would be the rolling of tumbleweeds through the streets and the occasional squeak of a broken shutter blowing in the breeze… the perfect backdrop for a Stephen King movie! On the upside, however, a few construction jobs might be created

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by the expansion of the animal shelter to house all the abandoned cats and dogs, to which I will continue to donate.

To the reader who calls me “vile” and “shameful” for writing such things and that I must come from elsewhere, it is you who exposed the identity of the former candidate. In my letter, I never named names or gave specific locations, you did. I even altered my play on words, “rocks in their heads,” to not point the finger. So shame on you! You are correct in your assumption that I am not from here, but three generations of my family are buried here.

What I have learned from them is that the truth is the truth, don’t be afraid to speak it, and it doesn’t make a damn difference where you come from to openly express an opinion on

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.

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ALARMS WAM-ALARM Systems Installation, Service, Monitoring Burglar-Fire-Temperature Sensors Free Security Survey 647-2323

APPLIANCE REPAIR Jones Appliance Service/Repair LLC Quality service you deserve All major brands jonesappliances@aol.com 595-4020

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 McHatton’s Cleaning Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Fire, Smoke, Soot, Water Certified Technicians Bridgton 647-2822, 1-800-850-2822 Razzl Cleaning Home – office – rentals/all your needs 20+ yrs. exp. – Reasonable rates Honest – Reliable 583-1006 Servicemaster Prof. Carpet Cleaning – Home/Office Fire/Smoke Damage Restoration 1-800-244-7630 207-539-4452

TLC Home Maintenance Co. ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES Professional Cleaning and Property Management Paul Spencer Brown, Architect Housekeeping and much more 30 yrs exp, Member AIA & LEED 583-4314 Any project – Maine license – Insured 781-640-7413 PaulSBrown.AIA@gmail.com COACHING/LIFE WardHill Architecture 25 yrs. exp.-Residential/Commercial Custom plans, Shoreland/site plan permit Design/Build & Construction mgmt. wardhill@roadrunner.com 807-625-7331

ATTORNEYS Shelley P. Carter, Attorney Law Office of Shelley P. Carter, PA 110 Portland Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037 935-1950 www.spcarterlaw.com Michael G. Friedman, Esq., PA 132 Main St. P.O. Box 10, Bridgton, ME 04009 647-8360 Hastings Law Office, PA 376 Main Street – PO Box 290 Fryeburg, ME 04037 935-2061 www.hastings-law.com Robert M. Neault & Associates Attorneys & Counselors at Law Corner of Rte. 302 & Songo School Rd. P.O. Box 1575, Naples 693-3030

CARETAKERS Caretake America Managing and Patrolling Kevin Rogers, Owner/Manager Rte. 35, Naples 693-6000 North Country Home Watch “We’ll be there when you can’t” www.nchw.us 207-713-0675

CARPENTRY Robert E. Guy General Carpentry – Additions Repairs – Remodeling www.bobguy@myfairpoint.net Harrison 743-5120 239-4804 (cell)

Women In Balance, LLC Deborah J Ripley, MSHS 82 Main Street, Bridgton, 04009 (207) 803-2292 www.womeninbalancemaine.com

COMPUTERS EEcomputer Services Small business specialists eecomputerservices.com 603-733-6451 Ms. C’s Computer Repair Virus and spyware removal PC repairs 207-228-5279 27 Zion Hill Road, Bridgton Naples Computer Services PC repair/upgrades – on-site service Virus and spy-ware removal Home and business networking Video security systems 71 Harrison Rd., Naples 207-693-3746

CONTRACTORS Dan’s Construction Homes/cottages/garages Siding/rep. windows/roofing Insured/ references/ 25+ yrs. exp.

No job too small – 625-8159 Douglass Construction Inc. Custom Homes/Remodeling/Drawings 30 years exp. in Lakes Region Phil Douglass, 647-3732 - Jeff Douglass, 647-9543 Sweden Rd. Bridgton Flint Construction Roofing – Siding – Carpentry Fully insured – Free estimates 207-210-8109

Jeff Hadley Builder Jerry’s Carpentry & Painting New homes, remodels, additions Carpenter & General Contractor Painting, drywall, roofing, siding Log homes – decks – remodeling Fully insured – Free estimates – 207-527-2552 Kitchens, tile & wood floors Fully insured – free estimates Northern Extremes Carpentry 27 yrs. experience 207-583-4460 Affordable timberframes Old home and barn restoration Newhall Construction Custom sawmilling Framing/roofing/finish Insured Bridgton 647-5028 Cellulose insulation – drywall 743-6379 798-2318

CARPET CLEANING

McHatton’s Cleaning Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Fire, Smoke, Soot, Water Certified Technicians Bridgton 647-2822, 1-800-850-2822 New Life Carpet & Uph. Cleaning Commercial & Residential Free estimates Carol 615-1506

CARPETING Thurlow’s Carpet & Home Center Sales & Service Meadow Rd. (Sandy Creek Junction) Bridgton 647-5562, 800-310-5563 www.thurlowscarpet.com

Quality Custom Carpentry Specializing in remodeling & additions Jeff Juneau Naples 207-655-5903 Riley Woodworks Custom home builders Log homes, Timberframes Devin Riley 207-415-6225

COUNSELING Ellia Manners, LCPC In Her Own Image/Counseling for Women Call for brochure/Insurance accepted www.elliamanners.com 207-647-3015 Bridgton

DANCE INSTRUCTION The Ballroom Dance - Exercise - Yoga - Aikido Main St., Harrison, Maine 207-583-6964

EXERCISE/FITNESS Dee’s BodyCraft Personal Training, Aerobics, Pilates Certified – Experienced Bridgton 647-9599

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

HAIRDRESSERS The Hairitage One Beavercreek Farm Rd. (top of Packard’s Hill – Rte 302) Vicki Crosby Owner/Stylist Tami Prescott, Nail Specialist Casie Noble, Hair Ext. Specialist 647-8355

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L. M. Longley & Son Hardware/Plumbing/Heating/Metal Shops Electrical/Welding supplies/Housewares Main St., Norway, ME 743-8924

HEATING Fryeburg Family Dental Preventative Dental Hygiene Services A –1 Thompson’s Services LLC 19 Portland Street / PO Box 523 Cleanings and repairs, Boilers 207-256-7606 www.fryeburgfamilydental.com Furnaces, Monitors, Oil tanks New installations, 24 hr burner service Mountain View Dentistry Licensed and insured Dr. Leslie A. Elston 207-693-7011 Cosmetic/restorative & Family Dentistry 207-647-3628 Bass Heating MountainViewDentistryMaine.com Oil Burner Service Sales and Installations DOCKS Waterford (207) 595-8829 Great Northern Docks, Inc. Sales & Service Route 302, Naples 693-3770 1-800-423-4042 www.greatnortherndocks.com Scott Docks Inc. Sales and Service Floating and stationary docks Jason Kelman Kevin Whitney 207-647-3824

ELECTRICIANS All Service Electric John Schuettinger Licensed Master Electrician Residential, Commercial Alarms Bridgton Phone 647-2246 A to Z Electric “The Boss Does The Work” David S. Gerrish, Master Electrician Residential/Commercial/Industrial 30+ yrs. exp., Naples 693-6854 D. M. Electric Inc. & Sons Dennis McIver, Electrical Contractor Residential/Commercial/Industrial Licensed in Maine & New Hampshire Bridgton 207-647-5012 J.P. Gallinari Electric Co. Residential - Commercial - Industrial Aerial - Auger - Lifting Service Bridgton 647-9435 McIver Electric “Your on time every time electricians” 221 Portland Rd, Bridgton 647-3664 www.mciverelectric.net R.W. Merrill Electrical Contractor 24 hour Emergency Service Residential & Commercial Harrison 583-2986 Fax 583-4882 David K. Moynihan Master Electrician Licensed ME & NH Bridgton 647-8016 Stanford Electric Commercial, Industrial and Residential Wiring – Generators Naples 693-4595 Tuomi Electric Chip Tuomi, Electrical Contractor Residential & Commercial Harrison 583-4728

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Bonney Staffing & Training Center Temporary & Direct Hire Placements Call us with your staffing needs Rte. 302 Windham 892-2286

COPIES The Printery Black & White/Color Copies Special discounts for large orders Fax: Sending and Receiving Rte. 302, Bridgton 647-8182

an issue you whole-heartedly care about.

Finally, to former candidate Roxy Hagerman, I too will enjoy my individual blessings of liberty, especially my first amendment right. My husband sent money to support you and your pledge to “make Maine more attractive to business” based on a solicitation letter he received. He is a business owner for over 27 years, employing over 40 people. After sending his donation, he started paying more attention to the campaign and agreed with the point I am trying to make. Ultimately, he did not support you. I find your response to me, insensitive and irresponsible to your neighbors, to your town and to your state in all their efforts of revitalization.

Your campaign to “make Maine more attractive to business”

EXCAVATION K.S. Whitney Excavation Sitework – Septic Systems Materials delivered Kevin 207-647-3824

Thurlow’s Carpet & Home Center Monitor Heaters Sales & Service Meadow Rd. (Sandy Creek Junction) Bridgton 647-5562, 800-310-5563 www.thurlowscarpet.com

INSULATION Western Me. Insulation Inc Batts, blown or foamed Over 30 yrs experience Free estimates – fully insured 7 days a week – 693-3585

INSURANCE Ace Insurance Agency Inc. Home/Auto/Commercial 43 East Main Street Denmark 1-800-452-0745 Chalmers Ins. Agency 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311 Harrison Insurance Agency Full Service Agency 100 Main Street, Bridgton 583-2222 Oberg Insurance Auto, Home, Business, Life 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858 Southern Maine Retirement Services Medicare Supplements & Prescription Plans Life and Long-Term Care Insurance 150 Main St., Bridgton 1-866-886-4340

KENNELS Bridgton Veterinary Kennels Boarding Route 117, Bridgton, Me. Tel. 647-8804 Wiley Road Kennels Groom & Board Wiley Rd, Naples 207-693-3394

LP GAS Bridgton Bottled Gas LP Gas Cylinders/Service Route 302 Bridgton 207-647-2029 Country Gas, Inc. LP Gas Bulk/Cylinders Box 300, Denmark Tel. 452-2151 Maingas Your Propane Specialist 1-800-648-9189

MASONRY D & D Masonry Chimneys/fireplaces/walks/etc.

Fully insured Free estimates Darryl & Doug Hunt 693-5060

MOVING Bridgton Moving Residential & light commercial bridgtonmoving@verizon.net – Glynn Ross 240 N. High St. – 647-8255 – 671-2556 (cell)

November 29, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page D the past 12 years. Patrick has truly was a “Roxymoron.”

Maura Mead helped so many students and Bridgton adults. Patrick lives in the community with his wife, Tina, and young children, Olivia and Owen. Friends of the Burford’s have come together to organize this fundraiser event to assist with the financial hardship the To The Editor: ’Tis the season to give to family is enduring.

A pasta and meatball dinthose who give back. Good Times Restaurant in North ner (salad and rolls) prepared Conway, N.H. is the hosting by guest chef, Scott Lees, will location for the Burford Benefit begin at 4 p.m. There will be on Sunday, Dec. 2, beginning delicious desserts to choose from as well as time to view all at 4 p.m.

Patrick Burford sustained the Chinese and Live Auction a severe concussion on Jan. items. Auction items generously 19, 2012 and is still unable to donated to this event from busireturn to work due to his injury. nesses in the community include Patrick is known in the com- Good Times Restaurant, The munity as an athletic trainer Oxford House, Snowvillage Inn, for Mountain Center Physical Storyland, Stone Mountain Arts Therapy, Fryeburg Academy Center, Frost Mountain Yurts, and Kennett High School over LETTERS, Page D

Burford benefit

MUSIC LESSONS Up Scale Music Studio Piano Lessons – All Levels Composition-Theory-Transcription Evan 647-9599

OFFICE SUPPLIES The Printery General line of office supplies In stock or special orders Rubber stamps - Fax Service - Labels Rte. 302, Bridgton 647-8182

OIL DEALERS Dead River Co. Range & Fuel Oil Oil Burner Service Tel. 647-2882, Bridgton McBurnie Oil/Casco Oil Delivery and Service Denmark, Maine Tel. 207-452- 2151

PAINTING CONTRACTORS George Jones Quality Painters Interior/Exterior – Fully Insured Free Estimates Excellent References 207-318-3245 www.georgejonespainters.com Gotcha Covered Painting Interior/exterior-deck refinish-powerwash Serving the Lakes Region over 15 years Free estimates Kevin 693-3684 Jerry’s Painting Service Quality Painting – Interior/Exterior Fully Insured – Free Estimates 207-527-2552

PLUMBING & HEATING A Plus Plumbing & Heating Inc. Plumbing Supplies – LP Gas BBQ Gas Grill Parts & Access.

Portland St., Bridgton 647-2029 Collins Plumbing & Heating Inc. Specializing in repair service in The Lake Region 647-4436 Ken Karpowich Plumbing Repairs/Installation/Remodeling Master Plumber in ME & NH Over 20 years experience 207-925-1423

PRINTING The Printery Single Color to Multi-Color Business Cards - Letterheads Brochures - Forms - Booklets Wedding Announcements Rte. 302, Bridgton 647-8182

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Clement Bros. Lawn and Landscape Organic lawn & garden maintenance Shoreline restoration Creative stonework, property watch Snowplowing & sanding 207-693-6646 www.clementbros.com Handy Hands Property Maintenance Comprehensive custom service Caretaking – long or short term A-Z/lot clearing to structure & grounds care 647-8291 or 866-678-1974 J Team Property Services Property security checks-Handyman repairs Snow removal - Painting/carpentry Fall/Spring cleanups – Lawn care Home/rental home cleaning – Fully insured John England 207-650-9057 Lake/Mtn. View Property Maintenance Cleaning – Caretaking Impeccable references – Quality work Julie 207-650-1101

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RUBBISH SERVICE The Dump Guy Insured - Junk removal Basement and attic cleanouts 207-450-5858 www.thedumpguy.com

SELF STORAGE Bridgton Storage 409 Portland Rd 28 units & 4000’ open barn Bridgton 647-3206 JB Self Storage Rt. 5 Lovell, Maine Monthly/yearly secure storage 207-925-3045

SEPTIC TANK PUMPING Bridgton Septic Pumping Free Estimates 647-3356 329-8944 Dyer Septic Septic systems installed & repaired Site work-emergency service-ecofriendly 1-877-250-4546 207-583-4546

SNOW REMOVAL Aquila Snowplowing – residential & commercial Bridgton – Naples – Sebago Rob 207-310-3370 Webber Snowplowing Service Private roads and driveways Fully insured – Reliable Lakes Region 207-831-8354

SURVEYORS F. Jonathan Bliss, P.L.S. Bliss & Associates Surveying, Land Planning P.O. Box 113, Route 5 Lovell, ME 207-925-1468 Maine Survey Consultants, Inc. Land Information Services P.O. Box 485, Harrison, Maine Off: 583-6159 D. A. Maxfield Jr., P.L.S. Over 10,000 surveys on file Pioneer Surveying & Mapping Services Boundary/topographic/construction surveys Commercial/residential Kenneth Farrar PLS PO Box 368, W Paris ME 04289 674-2351

TAXIDERMISTS Trapper’s Taxidermy Animal damage control trapping 112 Bush Row Road, Denmark Jason Pingree 207-452-2091

TOWING Stuart Automotive Free Junk Car Removal 838-9569

TREE SERVICE Q-Team & Cook’s Tree Service Removal-pruning-cabling-chipping Stump grinding-bucket work-bobcat Crane-licensed & fully insured Q Team 693-3831 or Cook’s 647-4051 Toll free 207-693-3831 www.Q-Team.com Rice Tree Service – Sheldon Rice Complete tree service – free estimates Removal-prune-chipping-stump grinding Licensed and insured – Utility and Landscape Arborist Waterford ME – 583-2474

VETERINARY N. D. Beury, DVM Spay/Neuter – Well-pet care North Bridgton For Appointment 583-2121

Chalmers Real Estate 100 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-3311

Bridgton Veterinary Hospital Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Rt. 117, Bridgton, ME 647-8804

Coldwell Banker Lakes Region Properties “At the Lights in Naples” Waterfront, Residential Commercial & Land 207-693-7000

Fryeburg Veterinary Hospital Small Animal Medicine & Surgery Route 302, Fryeburg 207-935-2244

Oberg Agency Residential, Business,Lake Shore Property 132 Main St., Bridgton Tel. 647-5551, 888-400-9858

RUBBISH SERVICE ABC Rubbish Weekly Pick-up Container Service Tel. 743-5417 Bridgton Trash & Rubbish Service Bridgton/Naples/Harrison/Fryeburg Weekly & 1 time pickups – Cleanouts Tel. 207-595-4606

Norway Veterinary Hospital Naples Clinic Corner Rte. 302 & Lambs Mill Rd.

By Appointment 693-3135 Rozzie May Animal Alliance Low-cost spay/neuter www.rozziemay.org - Conway, NH By appointment 603-447-1373

WELDING Iron Man Welding/Metal Sales Fabrication and repairs No job too small Construction – homeowners or business Lge. inventory steel/metal in stock/spec. order 647-8291 or 866-678-1974

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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 $6.25 per column inch. Classified advertisers must furnish written copy.

The Bridgton News assumes no financial responsibility for typographical errors in advertisements other than to reprint that part of any advertisement in which a typographical error occurs. Advertisers will please notify the business office promptly of any errors that may occur, phone 207-647-2851.

Discriminatory Advertising under the Fair Housing Act

The Fair Housing Act of 1968 at 42 U.S.C. 3604(c) makes it unlawful “to make, print, or publish, or cause to be made, printed, or published any notice, statement, or advertisement, with respect to the sale, or rental of a dwelling that indicates any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.

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PSS NEEDED — For local area. Going wage. Call between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday - Friday, at 693-5010.

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SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR — looking for plumbing and electric work in the local area. Call 647-8026.

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT —/Bookkeeper, part-time for small nonprofit in Bridgton. Knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel a must. Knowledge of Quickbooks and payroll processing experience a plus. Salary commensurate with experience. Send resume to Landmark Human Resources, Inc., P.O. Box 178, Bridgton, ME 04009. Fax: 207-647-3868. E-mail: landmark1@lhrmaine.com EOE 2t48 NURSE PRACTITIONERS — Social Workers, Psychologists, Physician Assistants. Seeking practitioners to provide consult services to residents of long-term care facilities in the Fryeburg, Maine area. Part-time or full-time. Flexible hours. Supervision and peer support available. Join us in providing a rewarding service to an underserved population! For more info call 617-244-3322 or e-mail nnager@sbscincorporated.com. EOE

1t48 WITS END CHILD CARE — Center, Bridgton. Seeking part-time/relief staff. Must love to work with children ages 0-12. Hours will vary, pay commensurate with experience. CDA preferred, First Aid, CPR a must. Please submit resume to: Director, P.O. Box 804, Naples, ME 04055.

2t48x HOUSEKEEPERS REQUIRED — for family resort. Must be available to work Saturdays and some days during the week, must be able to lift up to 30 lbs and able to climb stairs, previous experience in the hotel/motel and hospital environments would be preferred. References are required.

Please send resume to margcrown@ rogers.com or call 207-928-3300 for further information.

2t48 LANDMARK HUMAN — Resources is accepting applications for full- and/or part-time support persons to work with adults with developmental disabilities in the Bridgton and Oxford Hills areas. May include evening and weekend shifts. For application, please call 647-8396. EOE. 2t48

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

BRIDGTON — Cozy 1-bedroom plus mobile home. Peaceful country setting. Laundry area. Small pet considered. Plowing included. Ideal for single, person or older couple. Fuel EXCAVATING – Have hoe, will deposit, 1st & security, utilities not travel. Site work, foundations dug, included. Rent negotiable. 207-400back filling, septic systems, sand, 7211.

8t42x loam, gravel. Call Brad Chute, 6534377 or 627-4560. tf44 NORTH BRIDGTON — Nice second floor, 1-bedroom apartment. ExHOME & YARD HANDYMAN cellent quiet location. No pets, non— Small construction, tree and stump smokers. $650 month includes heat. removals, deck and ramp construc- Call 1-617-272-6815.

4t45 tion. Call Bob at 899-5020. 11t38x SOUTH BRIDGTON — Furnished BRUSH CUTTING — Tree removal, 1-bedroom apartment. Everything infall cleanup, light trucking and land- cluded. $200 a week plus $400 secuscaping and more. Call 553-0169. rity deposit. Call 647-3565. tf46

6t43x BRIDGTON — Large 2-bedroom FOR SALE unit with sun deck, onsite laundry faSUPPORT YOUR LOCAL — cility, heat & hot water included, also Logger and heat with carbon neutral weekly trash pickup and snowplowing wood or wood pellets. Purchase a of driveway. $675 month. 247-4707. tf43 Central Boiler outdoor wood furnace on sale, EPA qualified to 97% efficient. BRIDGTON — One-bedroom apart603-447-2282.

13t40x ment on local farm. Heat, electric and $5 FOR TATTERED – U.S. Flag trash included. Must like animals. when purchasing new U.S. Flag 3’x No smoking. $600 month. Call 6472t48x 5’ or larger. Maine Flag & Banner, 2222.

Windham, 893-0339. tf46 WEST BRIDGTON ­— Studio apartFIREWOOD — Seasoned or ment with views of Beaver Pond. green. Cut, split and delivered. Also, Available immediately. $425 month Christmas trees for sale. Call Wendell includes heat. Call Suz at 781-631tf48 Scribner at 583-4202.

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PELLET STOVE — Harmon XXV. $2,500 OBO. In Bridgton. 203-4440901.

4t45x JERRY’S SPORT SHOP — Denmark, Me. Closing our doors Dec. 31st. Everything 25%-70% off. Lots of ammo and fishing gear, reloading supplies, rods, reels and fishing accessories. Open 7 days, but may have doctor’s appointments; please call before coming. 207-452-2320.

5t48x PLEASE CONSIDER – donating your leftover garage sale items and your attic, basement and closet overflow to Harvest Hills Animal Shelter. Go to our website www. harvesthills.org for details or call 9354358, ext. 21 tf3

NAPLES — 2-bedroom mobile. Very clean, bright, nice layout. Located in small park near village. No pets. $595 month plus utilities. Available December. Call 221-3423. tf48

BRIDGTON — Modern 2-bedroom apartment. Hardwood floors, big sunny windows, oak cabinet kitchen, granite countertops, off-street parking, plowing and rubbish. $600 monthly, utilities not included, security deposit required. 625-8812.

4t47x LOVELL — Serene. Quiet. Very large apartment: 1 bedroom, full kitchen & bath, and living room with fireplace in new carriage house. $995 month includes electricity, laundry hookup, and 50% of heat. Mountain views and Kezar Lake access. No pets/no smoking. 1 year lease/first and security deposit/reference check required. (207) 925-6586.

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YOUTH SERVICES — Coordinator. Job description posted on library VEHI­CLES FOR SALE website. Send resume and references HELP WANTED to Bridgton Public Library, 1 Church JESUS IS LORD – new and used 1t48 auto parts. National locator. Most BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY — FRONT DESK CLERK — required St., Bridgton, ME 04009. parts 2 days. Good used cars. Ovide’s Fully-equipped pizza/sandwich shop family resort. Must have excellent OFFICE HELP NEEDED PT — in Used Cars, Inc., Rte. 302 Bridg­ton, in Denmark. $850 month plus utilicommunication skills, and effectively medical office. Dependability, motiva- 207-647-5477.

tf30 ties. Corner of Routes 117 & 160. Call deal with guests. Must be proficient tion, Excel knowledge, ability to learn FMI 207-899-9449.

1t48x with e-mail, Word and be proficient software a must. Resumes to Premier with computers. The front desk staff P.T., 316 Portland Rd., Bridgton, or 1t48x also assist in housekeeping with laun- fax 647-2734.

HELP WANTED dry during busy times. Other duties NIGHT WATCH PERSONNEL including answering phones, sending/ — required for family resort. Must Wedding/Event/ receiving faxes, able to work debit/ be able to work 10 p.m.-8 a.m. Light Revenue Manager credit machine. This person must be duties are required and able to effecavailable for day and afternoon shifts. tively deal with resort guests during Responsible for: Marketing Material, Promotion, Pricing, Selling, This is a must. Please send your re- those hours. References are required, Proposing, Event Management, Overall Revenue, Event Profit sume to margcrown@rogers.com or and previous experience would be Looking for experienced event planner to run the complete process of booking call 207-928-3300 for further infor- preferred. Please send resumes to special events and weddings at the Bear Mountain Inn. Organized, Excellent mation.

2t48 margcrown@rogers.com or call 207Marketing, Customer Interaction, Vendor Management and Event Planning and 928-3300 for further assistance. 2t48 BN 48

Event Execution. Salary based on experience, flexible hours but some weekend hours required. Please send resume to innkeeper@bearmtninn.com

HELP WANTED

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IMMACULATE, VERY ENERGY ­ — efficient 2-bedroom brick home located in small brick community close to Bridgton village. No pets, no smoking, first, last & security plus referBOLSTERS MILLS — One-bed- ences. freshly painted and new carpets room apartment with carpeting, heat throughout. $875 month plus utilities. included, non-smoking, no pets, ref- Includes plowing and lawn mainerences required. $500 monthly. Call tenance. Fryeburg Academy school 743-6895.

3t47x district. Call Brickwoods at 207-452tf48 BRIDGTON — Sunny, nicely-sized 2441.

1-bedroom apartment in a perfect in- BRIDGTON — Nice 1-bedroom town location, walk to everything. apartment, large sunny windows, oak Quiet house, nice details included: cabinet kitchen and granite counterhardwood floors, decorative fireplace, tops. Off-street parking, plowing and eat-in kitchen. $475 plus utilities. rubbish included. $500 monthly, utiliAvailable now. 1st & security, refer- ties not included, security deposit reences required, no smoking. Call Ter- quired. 625-8812.

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3t48 DENMARK — Fully renovated, 2FRYEBURG VILLAGE — Newly- bedroom apartment, 1 bath. No pets. renovated, passive-solar 400-square- Washer/dryer hookups. Available foot home. $455 month plus utilities. 12/1, $650 per month plus utilities, Non-smokers. 603-694-2232. 2t48x 1st, last, security & references. Call 1t48x BRIDGTON — 2-bedroom apart- 207-899-9449. ment, screened porch, garage bay. BRIDGTON — 2-bedroom, 2 floors, $500 month & security & utilities. heat, water, plowing, trash removal 595-3992.

1t48x included. Washer-dryer hookup, walk NAPLES — 2-bedroom, 2-bath to stores and beach. Security and 1st

with one-car attached garage condo. month required. $695. 647-2544. tf48 Furnished. Available now until end of June. No pets or smoking. $850 WEST BRIDGTON — 2-bedroom month. CASCO: 1-bedroom apart- apartment available. $650 month & ment, $700 month includes all utili- security deposit. Includes heat. No ties. Lighthouse Group 693-8000. smoking. No pets. 207-450-4271.

tf46 EHO tf40 WEST BRIDGTON — 2-bedroom, BRIDGTON — Cozy, 1-bedroom 1-bath, multi-level duplex with water- apartment on first floor. Handy to front on upper basin of Moose Pond. town and stores. $700 month includes Recently updated with new floor- utilities, plowing and trash removal. ing and painted interior. Large deck, Call Diane at 647-2687. Perfect for basement for storage. Waterfront is single person or older couple. 2t48x gradual entry with beautiful views of Shawnee Peak Ski Mt. Dock. 10 min- BRIDGTON — 3-bedroom house, utes from town, 4 minutes to Shaw- newly-renovated, large yard, close to nee Peak. 25 minutes to No. Conway, town. No pets, references required.

N.H. $700/month, monitor heating in- $600 per month plus utilities. 1st, last cluded. Electricity/plowing/cable not and security deposit required. Call included. Dogs considered. 1st & se- Joann 8 a.m. ‘till 4 p.m. at 647-3776 curity required with application. Call or evenings at 647-2529.

2t47x 207-647-4000.

3t48 BRIDGTON — 2-bedroom, 1-bath duplex house. Walk to town hall, Food City. All utilities, everything included for $850. 781-963-1148. tf45

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Contact Dearborn Bortec at 207-935-2502.

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Finance Clerk – Treasurer’s Office Oxford County Government

An examination to assess knowledge of accounting principles will be administered to applicants seeking this job. Please submit a cover letter with resume

by December 10, 2012 at 2 p.m. to: Mr. Roy Gedat, Treasurer — Oxford County, P.O. Box 179, South Paris, ME 04281.

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LAKE REGION SCHOOL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY

DENMARK SELF-STORAGE

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The Finance Clerk in the Treasurer’s Office is a full-time position responsible for handling payroll, accounts payable, and various information processing tasks. Working under the direction of the County Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer, this is a clerical/administrative position that requires constant attention to detail in use of the MUNIS integrated financial accounting software.

Excellent computer, bookkeeping/accounting skills are required, along with a demonstrated capacity to process various forms of data. Personal organization and consistent accuracy in this job are essential. The ability to communicate and work with others as a team is also a must. A job description is available on the county website at www.oxfordcounty.org. Oxford County provides excellent benefits and a collegial work environment. Starting pay for this job is $14.01 per hour with a 371⁄2 hour work week.

LAKE REGION SCHOOL DISTRICT LAKE REGION MIDDLE SCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION EDUCATIONAL TECHNICIAN III ✓ educational technician authorization as a III required ✓ prior experience working with students with a variety of disabilities preferred ✓ demonstrated ability to work as an integrated team member ✓ excellent verbal and written communication skills

REPORTS TO: The director of Transportation, Facilities, and Food Service QUALIFICATIONS: • Formal education/training beyond high school and/or comparable work experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Obtains, gathers and organizes pertinent data as needed and puts into usable form.

• Maintains a regular filing system, as well as a set of locked confidential files, and processes incoming/outgoing correspondence as instructed.

• Performs bookkeeping activities for budget and expenditures, petty cash accounts, and any other accounts in the department.

• Maintains a schedule of appointments and arranges for conferences and interviews.

• Acts as a liaison between the Director and staff members, business people, and the public.

• Schedules substitutes for planned and unplanned absences.

• Maintains and schedules drug/medical tests for staff per policies.

• Performs payroll preparation for all Transportation, Facilities, and Food Service departments.

• Performs all other duties as may be assigned.

INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD COMPLETE AN EDUCATIONAL TECHINICIAN/SECRETARY/CLERK APPLICATION AND FORWARD WITH A CURRENT RESUME, TRANSCRIPTS (IF APPLICABLE) AND THREE LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION TO:

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LEVEL SPECIAL EDUCATION EDUCATIONAL TECHNICIAN II OR III ✓ educational technician authorization as a II required — ed tech III preferred ✓ prior experience working with students with a variety of disabilities preferred ✓ demonstrated ability to work as an integrated team member ✓ excellent verbal and written communication skills INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD DOWNLOAD AN ESP/SECRETARY/CLERK APPLICATION FROM WWW.LAKEREGIONSCHOOLS.ORG AND FORWARD WITH A CURRENT RESUME, TRANSCRIPTS, COPY OF AUTHORIZATION AND THREE LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION TO: JULIE RIDLON MSAD #61 900 PORTLAND ROAD BRIDGTON, ME 04009

JULIE RIDLON MSAD #61 900 PORTLAND ROAD BRIDGTON, ME 04009

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NAPLES — 3-bedroom, 1-bath house, corner lot, big back yard, deadend street. Pets negotiable. $875, first & security. Call 693-6859. tf48

CROOKED RIVER — Snowmobile Club meeting first Wednesday of every month at Casco Community Center, 6:30 p.m. Your club needs your support now!

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BRIDGTON — 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in Knights Hill. New appliances, INSTRUCTION carpeting and paint. All amenities of Association included. Close to Shaw- GUITAR LESSONS — All ages. tf39 nee Peak. Snowplowing included. No 207-595-4606. pets. $1,200 month. 207-647-2600.

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

NORWAY — Lot on cul-de-sac at Frost Homestead. Offers quiet setting, tennis courts, spectacular Mt. Washington views. $95K. 207-7438703. www.LandMaine.com 1t48x

BUSINESS SERVICES

HEAP HAULERS — Towing service. Cash paid for junk cars. Call 655-5963. tf12 DEFY’S COMPUTER SUPPORT — On-site home and small business support. Kevin Shaw, PC Technician.

Defy21982@gmail.com or 207-7661151.

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Also, Paper­hang­ing. 40 years of painting ex­pe­ri­ence. Call for esti­ mates. Call John Math­ews, 207-4522781.

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But no, the giant was unmoved by the plight of his fellow manof-the-world. In fact, at this point, I could hear him looking at me in a decidedly sneering fashion. I had packed the machine tight with clothes and now I had to offload the whole shebang, trolley around him a couple of times and load the other machine, just as he finished loading and feeding quarters into his. Mr. T went off to the other side of the room and commenced reading something, which relieved me. A brute, who can read, is my kind of brute.

I was kvetching a little at the new machine since I was inserting quarters rapidly and just as rapidly the machine was spitting them back out. I sighed heavily. I couldn’t help it. Out of the corner of my ear, I could still hear Mr. T looking my way.

I finally got the thing to accept five dollars worth of quarters, realized that I had forgotten to put in laundry detergent, flipped open the top, and a geyser of water gushed up five feet in the air.

“Whoa, that usually doesn’t happen!” I said good-naturedly, and shut the lid back down firmly. I wanted my new friend to know I wasn’t a total greenhorn at independent living, that I knew my way around a laundromat, as well as the next guy. For some reason, I began to whistle, piercingly. Out of the corner of my eye and over the top of a bank of washers, I could see my new nonacquaintance was still reading, but he appeared to be flipping the pages rather angrily now.

I shambled back toward my original machine, sort of trailing a laundry basket by my hip and — that’s when the worst possible thing happened: The basket caught on the handle of his machine, ripped it open, and soap and water began to pour onto the floor!

I was, remember, unarmed.

Unarmed? I was practically unmanned. Cursing softly, whistling desperately, I dropped my basket with a clatter and tried to shut the door. It wouldn’t shut!

Water was pulsing out, carrying sopping clothes with each wave.

A surge of water flooded over

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any damages, well I’m sure I can pay for a new wash! Here are your panties.” Right? That’s what any responsible adult would do.

But what did do, you ask?

Smart aleck, eh?

I quicker-than-lightning stepped on the two pair of underwear and one sock, pushed them on the floor to a spot directly under my machine’s door, leaving a snail trail of goo and suds, so that it would look like my machine was leaking and the water had just flowed away in a soapy river under his machine and on down the tilted floor; then I ripped open the door to my washer, quickjammed the underthings and sock inside, hit WASH — and walked away whistling.

I tell you, city life is a lot more exciting than most people think!

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the lip, sloshing and gurgling demonically as fabric and soap and all hope of survival spilled onto the tiles. Frantically, I pushed hanging clothes back in. I didn’t have time to check to see if The Champ was looking. (— Damage Control? Mr. Scott? — I don’t think I can hold her, Cap’n!) Well, I finally got the thing closed, tossed my basket atop my first machine and stared at the inch of water and suds — and women’s underwear! — on the floor right under the brute’s machine.

“Oh God! Oh God!” I don’t think I said aloud. Out of the corner of my eye I could see Mr. T stirring, looking up. Was he getting up to come see what the hell was going on with the truly weird Irish launderer across the way? No, no, no, please everyone remain seated! Everything is completely, 100% under control over here! No problems! I know what I’m doing!

Now, what would you do?

Apologize, of course, right?

Say: “Mr. Brute Sir, my basket accidentally ripped open your machine in the middle of the wash cycle and if there are

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housewright, Alan J. Munroe of Sebago. He and his crew built and installed two metal roofs, at cost. Library Trustees are, of course, very grateful and thank Alan and team for their donation. Here, Munroe and his crew are shown installing the two new metal roofs to protect the outside heat exchanger units.

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THE ICE MAN COMETH — Earlier this year, Sebago’s Spaulding Memorial Library had assistance from Dan Libby HVAC in purchasing and installing two heat pumps to provide air conditioning and heat assistance. Realizing that snow and ice from the slate roof could damage the outside heat exchanger units that are part of the system, the library turned to local

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Obituaries

Page D, The Bridgton News, November 29, 2012

John G. Trinward

Robert V. Boggs Sr.

Deborah P. Orsini

WATERVILLE —John Greenleaf Trinward, 59, died Nov. 20, 2012 at Maine General Hospital in Waterville.

John was born Feb. 22, 1953, in Rumford, to Margaret G. and John W. Trinward.

He lived in Bethel and graduated from Telstar High School as the valedictorian of his class in 1971. John graduated from the University of Maine in Orono with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics in 1975 and received his MBA in 1977. John was an environmental engineer and owned and operated his own company, Castine Energy Services. He worked in power plants and paper mills throughout the New England region, improving air and water quality, while helping companies improve their energy conservation and plant processing.

On Jan. 2, 1977, John married the love of his life and his best friend, Pamela Jabar. They had been married for 35 loving years. They had four children and raised them in large part in Waterville. They spent many happy days coaching and cheering their children at soccer games, basketball games and school performances. John was a favorite coach to many kids in the Waterville area, as well as the host of many hours of tutoring sessions at his kitchen table, teaching physics and any challenging science or math course. He was known for teaching his athletes and students about the rules of the sport and the game of life.

A wonderful man, a friend to everyone he met and a person of eternal optimism, with the expression, “It’s a beautiful thing!” always at the tip of his tongue. John was an avid skier and spent his childhood skiing at Sunday River. He taught his four children to ski at Sugarloaf and in his most recent years really found his home and special place at the mountain with Pam. He loved late-night chats with his friends and family full of craft beer, board games, puzzles and funny stories around his Chiminea or kitchen table.

John loved the Red Sox and the sport of baseball; he lived for the seventh inning stretch to stand and sing Take Me Out to the Ballgame and his extraordinary presence made it impossible not to sing along.

Surviving are his wife, Pam; his father, Jack of Waterford; his brother, Kevin of Gray; his children, JT Trinward of South Portland; Kate Udo of Washington, D.C., Misty Fitzgerald of Salem, Mass. and Andrea Kwaczala of Bridgeport, Conn.; and two great-grandchildren.

Visiting hours were held on Friday Nov. 23, 2012 at Gallant Funeral Home, Inc., 10 Elm Street, Waterville. A funeral service was held at St. Joseph’s Maronite Church in Waterville, on Saturday, Nov. 24.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in John’s memory can be made to the Waterville Alfond Youth Center (Boys and Girls Club).

Robert Victor Boggs Sr., 92, beloved father, grandfather, brother and husband, died suddenly of cardiac complications on Nov. 25, 2012.

With the exception of four World War II years of service and the last two years living near his son in Bridgton, he lived his entire life in Augusta.

Born at home in Windsor on June 13, 1920, he was the son of Robert T. Boggs and Myrtle Trask Boggs. His father superintended numerous area farms in the 1920s and ’30s, and finally built a home for his wife, young son, and two older daughters Jean and Sally in rural Augusta.

Robert attended the Bolton Hill School and graduated from Cony High School in 1939. He gathered skills at Gates Business College, was employed by Bath Iron Works and then was drafted into the U.S. Army in the fall of 1941. He served in the Army Engineers, then volunteered for the Flying Cadets of the Army Air Corps, and was then transferred to the 87th Infantry Division, which became part of General George S. Patton’s 3rd Army. He fought through France and into Germany before being sent into Luxembourg and Belgium to push back the last major Nazi attack of the war. As a staff sergeant, he led an anti-tank gun crew in the Battle of the Bulge. On Jan. 7, 1945, his position was overrun by an assault of German Tiger Tanks after taking a direct hit which knocked out his squad. Severely wounded by a tank shell that hit his helmet, Robert was awarded the Purple Heart and hospitalized for six months, then sent back to the United States and honorably discharged in October of 1945.

As a post war civilian, Robert worked clerical and office management jobs for the State of Maine, Great Northern Paper Company, Delaware Feed Stores, Coca Cola Company, Daniel’s Auto Parts and Insurance Towing Company of Maine.

On May 18, 1952, Robert married the former Constance May Niles, also of Augusta. Together they raised four children who are his survivors today: Lynda L. Anderson of Durham, N.C., Jack W. Anderson of Woodstock, Vt., Robert V. Boggs Jr. of Bridgton and Sally J. Gilbert of Goodyear, Ariz. Also surviving are three grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

Robert was predeceased by Constance, his beloved wife of 56 years, and his sisters Sally A. Cummings and Jean Grant.

Robert’s life can be measured by the degree of his commitments and service to God, family and country. He remained active in organizations devoted to service and fraternity. He was a Mason for over 60 years in the Bethlehem Lodge in Augusta. He also was active in Commandry and Blue Lodge and joined the Kora Shrine, as well. He was a many-decades member of Penney Memorial United Baptist Church. Robert was longtime chaplain for the John F. McPherson Chapter of Disabled American Veterans and volunteered to provide transportation for veterans at the Togus Veterans Administration. He worked tirelessly to help plan and develop the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Augusta.

Robert and Constance enjoyed reunions of Cony High School classes of 1939 and 1941 over the decades. They also traveled about the country and to Europe to attend reunions of the 87th Infantry Division. They also traveled to Hawaii, Aruba and Barbados.

Visiting hours will be from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 2 at Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home, One Church Street, Augusta. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home at 11 a.m. on Monday, followed by an interment service at 12 p.m., with full military honors, in the chapel at the new Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Mt. Vernon Road, Augusta.

Memories, condolences, photos and videos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the funeral home’s website at www.khrfuneralhomes.com

LEWISTON — Deborah P. Orsini, 57, of Raymond, died Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012 at Central Maine Medical Center.

She was born in Boston, Mass., on April 9, 1955, the daughter of Donald R. and Margaret J. Anderson Phillips Sr. She graduated from Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School and Catherine Gibbs College. Deborah had worked at a hospital in Massachusetts. She had owned a country craft gift shop, worked as a secretary and was the best homemaker ever! Deborah enjoyed her family, gardening and crafts, along with the holidays, her dogs, the beach and ocean.

She was married to Ronald Orsini.

Survivors include her husband of Raymond; three children, Kristin Davis of New York, Matthew Davis of Greene and Lindsay Davis of Readfield; stepchildren, Leah, Alysha and Michael Orsini and Hope and Jade; four grandchildren; a brother, Donald Phillips Jr. of Westborough, Mass.; a sister, Leslie Myers of Gainesville, Fla.; and two nephews.

Deborah was predeceased by her parents; the children’s father, Robert N. Davis.

Online condolences may be shared with her family at www.chandlerfunerals.com Family and friends may attend a memorial service at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 8, at Christ Episcopal Church, Paris Street, Norway.

Interment will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, 45 Main Street, South Paris.

Jean Carter PORTLAND — Jean Hammond Mayhew Carter, 87, a highly respected and loved woman, died Nov. 10, 2012 in Delaware at her daughter Ruth Mayhew Evan’s house, with three of her daughters by her side. She will be greatly missed.

Jean was born on May 30, 1925, in Thomaston, to Marie Keller Hammond and Carlton Howard Hammond.

Jean grew up in South Portland, the second of five siblings. She worked for the Red Cross, N.E. Shipyard, Sealtest Ice Cream, and the Post Office.

Jean married Stanley Joe Mayhew after the war. Jean and Joe raised their eight children (Linda, Kathleen, Laura, Louise, Michael, Brian, Joanne, and Ruth) in Falmouth.

In addition to being a homemaker, Jean was very active in her children’s educations and was instrumental in insuring all her children completed higher education. Jean was a Brownie and Cub Scout leader.

She was a member of the school board for nine years.

Always interested in local politics, she successfully ran for town council, retiring from the council after having served as the chairman for several years.

Jean’s husband Joe died in 1980.

In 1986, Jean married Thomas Carter who had three children, Hal, Anne and Bob. Tom and Jean, in their retirement, had the opportunity to travel the world and they embraced it, going to China, Russia, Europe, and South America. Jean and Tom moved to Raymond, where Jean became active in Raymond community issues. She served on the Cemetery and Town Planning Committees.

Tom Carter passed away in November 2011. She was also predeceased by her brother, Norman.

Jean will be greatly missed by her siblings, Carlene Farr, Malcolm Hammond, Cynthia Grady and Richard Hammond; her children; 27 grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.

She will be remembered as an enthusiastic participant in life, a motivated woman who spent her life working to make a better place for those in the community.

There will be a memorial service for all friends at 2 p.m. on Dec. 1, at the SMCC McKernan Hospitality Center, with a celebration to folThe Bridgton News low from 3 to 5 p.m.

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Barbara J. Wright SACO — Barbara J. (Bowley) Wright, 79, of North Saco, died on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2012 at Maine Medical Center. Born Oct. 28, 1933, the daughter of Philip and Alberta (Randall) Bowley, Barbara grew up in Scarborough.

She married Benjamin Wright, an airman stationed at Fort Williams in Cape Elizabeth. Two years later she and their daughter boarded a ship to join Ben in the Philippines, where he had been transferred. For the next 20 years Barbara moved the family every two to three years to whatever new duty station Ben had been assigned to.

After Ben retired from the Air Force, the family returned to Maine, setting up housekeeping in North Saco. She worked at the Armed Forces Entrance and Examining Station in Portland, where she was the travel agent arranging transport for new recruits going to basic training. In 1970 she even shipped out her daughter who had joined the Air Force.

Barbara is predeceased by her parents, husband, a sister and a brother. She is survived by her daughter, Debbie Wright of Old Orchard Beach; her granddaughter, Victoria Wilkosz and her husband Brendan of Newtington, Conn.; and her long-term companion, Donald Shackley of Bridgton; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012, at the Dennett, Craig & Pate Funeral Home, 365 Main St., Saco. Burial will be at a later date at the Maine Veterans Cemetery in Augusta.

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HOLLIS — Edna S. Walker, 85, passed away on Nov. 20, 2012 at St. Andre Health Care in Biddeford.

She was born in Portland on March 20, 1927, a daughter of the late Ray and Mary Skillings.

Edna graduated from Portland schools and went on to work for many years at Sylvania in the production department.

She was a member of St. Matthew’s Roman Catholic Church in Limerick and the Hollis Fireman’s Auxiliary.

She will always be remembered for the love she had for her family and friends.

Edna was predeceased by her beloved husband, Fredrick “Ted” Walker.

She is survived by her son, Peter Walker of Sebago; a sister, Rita Romprey of South Portland; three beloved grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Visiting hours were held on Sunday evening, Nov. 25, at the Dennett, Craig & Pate Funeral Home, located on the corners of Routes 202 and 4A (13 Portland Road) in Buxton (Bar Mills). A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Matthew’s Roman Catholic Church, located near the corner of Route 11 and Dora Lane in Limerick.

Burial followed at Woodlawn Cemetery in Biddeford.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: The Chief George Davis Scholarship Fund, PO Box 77, Buxton, ME 04093.

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Eugenie R. Brill, 88, died on Nov. 22, 2012, at her home in Bridgton. She was born in Bridgton on May 1, 1924, the daughter of Morris P. Graffam and Hannah R. Douglass Graffam. She was a graduate of Bridgton High School. Genie worked at several jobs throughout her life: the Bridgton Pondicherry Woolen Mill, Southworth Machine during WWII, and Down East in Bridgton. In 1980, she started Brill Lumber Company with her husband Gordon W. and sons, Steve and Scott. She retired as bookkeeper from Brill Lumber Co., Inc. in 2004. However, Genie’s favorite jobs were being a wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was a member of the Butterfly Group and Red Hat Society. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

She is survived by her daughter Janet Lawrence and husband Neil; son Stephen Brill and wife Joann; daughter Pamela Dyer and husband Roderick; son Scott Brill; grandchildren, Jeffrey Lawrence, Jonathan Brill, Stephanie Brill, Jennifer Googoo, Nicholas Dyer; great-grandchildren, Kristi Lawrence Hobbs, Ashley Lawrence, Matthew Brill, Bella Brill; best friends Nina Keene and sister Alberta Dieringer; many nieces, nephews and caregivers. She was predeceased by her husband of 69 years, Gordon W. Brill, a son Harry Brill, granddaughter Rebecca Googoo, sister Charlotte Robinson, and brother Richard Graffam.

Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 26 at Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 8 Elm Street, Bridgton, with interment at Forest Hills Cemetery.

FRYEBURG — Daniel E. Turner, of Fryeburg, passed way unexpectedly on Tuesday, Nov. 20 at Maine Medical Center, four days before his 70th birthday. He was 69 years old.

Born in Skowhegan on Nov. 24, 1942, to parents Walter and Gertrude Turner, he was the sixth of 13 children.

He attended local schools, graduating from Skowhegan High School in 1961.

He continued his education at Bowdoin College, Class of 1965, where he received a degree in Physics. He received his Masters of Education in 1971 from the University of Minnesota.

In 1965, Mr. Turner moved to Fitchburg, Mass. with his new wife, Geraldine, and started his teaching career at Fitchburg High School. A year later he moved back to Maine to work at Bridgton Academy. In 1969, the Turners found their home in Fryeburg, where they raised four children and where Mr. Turner began teaching Physics at Fryeburg Academy, as well as a multitude of different mathematics courses. Over the next 43 years, Mr. Turner educated and inspired a countless number of students, acted as a mentor to young teachers, and was a friend to everyone. He continued to do that through his final day.

His career in education extended well beyond the classroom. Mr. Turner served as Athletic Director, class advisor, student council advisor, tutor, and was an avid supporter of Fryeburg Academy activities. From athletic events, to school plays, concerts, and even dances, he was ever present. For years Mr. Turner organized, volunteered and, especially, donated regularly at innumerable blood drives. He encouraged all to do the same.

A former athlete, he played football, basketball and baseball at Skowhegan High School and was inducted into the Skowhegan Sports Hall of Fame in 1989. He went on to play both football and baseball at Bowdoin College. Most memorably, Mr. Turner was a coach. Over the span of his teaching career he coached baseball, basketball, and football.

His true passion was football. He coached football as an assistant at Fitchburg High School and Bridgton Academy. He became the Head Coach his first year at Fryeburg Academy and continued in that role for 27 seasons. He was selected as an assistant coach for three Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl games and was named the Head Coach of the 1996 West Squad. In recent years, he continued coaching at Molly Ockett Middle School in Fryeburg.

When he wasn’t teaching or coaching, Mr. Turner spent his time doing other things he loved to do. That included working out at the fitness center, cycling, working in his vegetable garden, doing crossword puzzles, listening to blue grass music, or sitting outside to feed and watch the birds. But he loved nothing more than spending time with his family attending football games with his sons, sharing outdoor activities with his daughter, going on trips up the coast with his wife and, especially, playing with his four granddaughters.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Geraldine (Dostie) Turner; daughter Cheryl Turner and her husband Ronald Schneider of Wells; sons Chris Turner of Buxton, David Turner and his wife Nicki Chewning of Fryeburg, and Brian Turner of Buxton; granddaughters Kayla and Megan Schneider, Isabella Turner and Brittany Ross, and Avery Turner; brothers Jim Turner, Robert Turner and Linwood Turner; sisters Irene Siket, Minnie Martell, Sheila Staples, June Marks, Jane DeMatteo, Roberta Corson, and Winona Malbon. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Gertrude Turner, and his sisters Teresa Smith and Sally Baker.

We would like to express our sincerest gratitude to Dr. Paul Weldner and his surgical team, Jesse and the SCU team of nurses, and the entire staff at Maine Medical Center. They worked tirelessly to save his life and to make him and our family as comfortable as possible.

On Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 1 p.m., a Celebration of Life will be held at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center on the campus of Fryeburg Academy.

In lieu of flowers please “Give the Gift of Life” by donating blood or contributing to the American Heart Association.

Arrangements are made with Wood Funeral Home, Fryeburg, Maine.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.woodfuneralhome.org

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WINDHAM — Carolyn Anne Bailey Lynch, 85, died Nov. 23, 2012 at a Portland health care facility after a brief illness.

Born in Lewiston on March 21, 1927, she was the daughter of Henry L. and Helen L. (Goff) Morgan. She was raised and educated in Portland and graduated from Deering High School, Class of 1945. (Deering won this year!)

She and her first husband, Robert H. Bailey, Sr. owned and operated R.H. Bailey’s convenience store at Duck Pond Corner in Westbrook for 10 years. He predeceased her in 1986.

In 1990, Carolyn married Stanley W. Lynch. He predeceased her in 2010.

She was a life member of the Maine Genealogical Society and the Greater Portland Chapter. She was a member of the Maine Historical Society, the New England Historical & Genealogical Society, the Maine Old Cemetery Association, the Windham Historical Society, the New Hampshire Genealogical Society, the Highland Lake Congregational Church, where she was the treasurer for several years, the Highland Lake Grange, of which she was chaplain for several years, the Cumberland County Pomona Grange, and the State Grange. She was a past president of the Windham Health Council, a past member of the Woman’s Woodford’s Club, also a past member of the Westbrook Extension, “The Country Cousin’s Bowling League” and she volunteered at the Maine Medical Center.

Her favorite pastimes included genealogy research, reading and the computer.

Besides traveling across the United States, she had visited Israel, Egypt, Spain, Morocco, England, Scotland, Wales, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island, Canada.

Carolyn and her husband Stan wintered in St. Petersburg, Fla. for approximately 10 years.

She was predeceased by a sister, Louise Day. Survivors include two daughters, Linda Lunt of Raymond and Ruby Peterson of Lewiston; two sons, Robert Bailey Jr. of North Yarmouth and Alexander Bailey of Hubbard, Ore.; a step-son, David Lynch of Sabattus; a step-daughter, Kathryn Grady of North Waterboro; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several step great-grandchildren.

Visiting hours were held on Monday, Nov. 26, 2012 at the Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Road. A funeral service was held Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2012 at the chapel. Burial followed at Brooklawn Memorial Park, 2002 Congress Street, Portland. Online condolences may be made to www.dolbyfuneralchapels.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Arthritis Foundation, Maine Office, 6 Chenell Drive, Suite 260, Concord, NH 03301.

Barbara A. Walker

STANDISH — Barbara Ann Walker, a nurse who provided care to inmates of the Windham Correctional Center and the Cumberland County Jail, and to patients at hospitals and nursing facilities in Millinocket, Westbrook and Yarmouth, succumbed to cancer Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2012, at her home in Standish in the company of her husband and their three children. She was 67.

Born on May 23, 1945, in Galveston, Texas, to the late John and Ann Lovell, she married Jerry Walker, a schoolteacher, in 1964.

In 1990, she earned her diploma in practical nursing from Southern Maine Community College with highest honors, and pursued a nursing career that had been postponed by the births of her children. Previously, she had worked as the food services director at Millinocket Regional Hospital and as a kitchen supervisor at Jackson Brook Institute in South Portland.

Most recently, she assisted in controlling and treating heroin and opiate medication addiction for patients at CAP Quality Care in Westbrook and the Cumberland County Jail. She also was a medication nurse at the Maine Correctional Center in Windham, a charge nurse at Springbrook Center for Health Care & Rehabilitation in Westbrook and at Brentwood Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Yarmouth, and a fitness and wellness educator at Millinocket Regional Hospital, where she focused on cholesterol screening.

With her husband she built a home in Standish on Watchic Lake, where she enjoyed kayaking, swimming, and attracting wild birds to numerous bird feeders around their house. Late in her life, she was pleased to tour London and visit a friend in Ireland.

Her children and her husband reminisced about her following her death. “I always thought she’d be here, no matter what,” her son Joel said. “She always put everyone else ahead of herself.” “She was funny,” said Lisa. “She was kind, loving, and we had many great times together — margaritas by the pool, summer days at the ocean, playing cards on the porch. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. We will miss her, forever.”

Her son, Eric, composed this poem, “A Mother’s Love”: Swimming without getting your hair wet. Secret stashes of chocolate that weren’t too secret. Waking up each morning with a little slap and a yell of ‘Chuckie.’ Christmas presents for Eric Ann the undies man and chocolate covered cherries. Coffee cans filled with blueberries and trips to camp. Days at the beach and walks in the woods. Tuna noodle casserole with French’s onion rings. Board games and Saturday morning cartoons. Kidney stew with half-and-half milk and of course a cat named Chicken. ‘That’s Barb,’ her husband Jerry said. ‘That’s what she was like. She was my life.’

In addition to her husband, other surviving family members are her sons, Eric Walker of Naples and Joel Paul Walker of Auburn; her daughter, Lisa Walker Davis of Pittsfield; her four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and her brothers, John Lovell and Alan Lovell, both of Portland.

Funeral services will be private. Arrangements by Watson, Neal & York Funeral Home.

November 29, 2012, The Bridgton News, Page D

It’s full steam ahead for the Downeaster Views from Congress

by Chellie Pingree United States Congresswoman

Almost three years ago, I stood in downtown Brunswick to announce that the Recovery Act would provide a grant to extend Downeaster Amtrak service 30 miles beyond Portland. In the depths of the economic downturn, it offered glimmers of hope. If all went well, the project would create jobs in the short term and healthy economic development in the long term.

I’m happy to say that what we hoped for has come true—with the real benefits just beginning. After a lot of hard work by many committed people, the Downeaster started its service to Freeport and Brunswick in early November.

I was thrilled to participate in the inaugural run from Portland.

On the way, the beautiful countryside rolled past, broken up every once in a while with a person or two waving at the train from the road. Coming into Freeport and Brunswick downtowns, more and more of those waving hands appeared, building to the moment we pulled into the stations. Dozens of people packed the platforms, with hundreds more beyond to welcome the train.

Another impressive sight was all the private development that has sprung up around the two new train stations. In Freeport, restaurants and shopping are only a few steps away. The same is true in Brunswick, where a large station has been built, surrounded by new buildings and development. Stemming from these sites, local businesses are excited about the new people the Downeaster will bring.

The Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority (NNEPRA) projects that by 2030—in Brunswick and Freeport alone—the Downeaster expansion will create nearly a billion dollars in new construction, $21 million per year in transportation savings, $17 million per year in additional tax revenue, and over 2,400 jobs.

But there are broader impacts beyond these towns. Adding these popular destinations makes the Downeaster even more attractive to visitors, giving a boost to all towns along the line.

And having the rail stretch to Brunswick opens the door to service to the Midcoast and other parts of the state. I personally can’t wait for that day to come.

Since it began service in 2001, the Downeaster has brought incredible returns to the state. Over that time, it has carried over 4 million passengers—a half-million last year alone. The continuing growth in ridership—and the efforts of onboard volunteers to give riders a pleasant experience—has made the Downeaster one of the most successful Amtrak lines nationwide. It has brought millions of dollars into the Maine economy, while giving people an alternative travel option and taking cars off the road.

Moreover, the Downeaster has brought back an important piece of Maine’s heritage. Trains used to connect our communities and they have begun to again. Edward Bonney, a member of the Freeport Train Station Committee, fondly remembers taking the train to college in Boston decades ago for fifty cents. Well, the fare has changed a bit, but what hasn’t is the memorable experience of riding the train.

I truly appreciate the many partners who worked to bring this long-term vision to life, including NNEPRA, Maine DOT, and advocacy organizations like TrainRiders/Northeast. I’ve been proud to support their efforts with the rest of Maine’s Congressional Delegation by fighting for the Downeaster in Washington. In my opinion, we should make more rail investments in Maine and around the country. In the meantime, I look forward to seeing the Downeaster’s success continue to grow with its new stops in Freeport and Brunswick. Happy riding!

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(Continued from Page D) MWV Children’s Museum, M&D Productions, Quinn’s Jockey Cap, Magic Lantern Movie Theater, Shawnee Peak, Northeast Snowmobile Rentals, Attitash, EMS, Den’s Auto, Canon Binoculars, handmade quilts, GrandyOats, New Hampshire’s own Jeff Locke has autographed a baseball for this event and there is so much more. There will be a 50/50 raffle and children’s activities as well.

For those who live far away who cannot attend the event

and would like to contribute to the family, donations can be mailed to “Burford Benefit c/o Norway Savings Bank, 557 Main Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037.

A big thank you to Mary Hanson, Erika Fagan, Brenda Roberts, Jennifer Verrill, Marlies Ouwinga, Sue Thurston, Billie L’Heureux, Valerie, Heather and Carla Tripp, Annabel Nash, Linda Emerson and Scott Lees for making this happen! This is going to be a great event for everyone to enjoy!

Deborah Tait Brownfield

Bird Watch: Birds & history continued (Continued from Page D) go back about a hundred years.

Built in 1881, the house soon became a small summer hotel, and then in 1914 a remodeling project turned the attached barn into a restaurant. About 50 years later, it reverted to being a private home, but in spite of all the changes the place still looks very much as it did a hundred years ago.

As we pore over our collection of old photographs, and read our notes about some of the people who lived here over the years, it becomes clear that many pieces of the puzzle are still missing. So far, we have found no mention of birds, so I turned to my 1949 copy of the classic, Maine Birds, by Ralph S. Palmer, a historical review of bird life in Maine.

It makes for interesting reading, filled with details of various field reports dating back to some of the earliest Europeans to visit Maine. Palmer wrote his own accounts of species of birds found in Maine, but he also included the records of previous observers. He wrote that American mergansers, (renamed common mergansers), were first recorded in Maine in 1674 by John Josselyn, who

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noted “a great black and white duck” that frequented rivers and ponds.” In 1832 William D. Williamson referred to the merganser as a “Water Raven,” or “Sheldrake.” By 1881, the American merganser was abundant in northern Maine, and observers at Moosehead Lake reported it was the most common member of its family that summer. Over the next four or five decades, Palmer wrote, the species declined in numbers, perhaps because, as O.W. Knight observed in 1908, “Most of the local gunners” at Lake Umbagog were known to “slay it ruthlessly” as they believed the merganser was a “wholesale destroyer of Trout and young Salmon…”

Observer William Brewster recorded another species,

hooded mergansers. By the late 1880s the numbers of hooded mergansers in the Lake Umbagog region had declined greatly “Chiefly because of shooting…” and by1909 they were “well-nigh locally extinct” in that area. Palmer adds that the decline of hooded mergansers was statewide during that period. Populations of ducks known as common goldeneye fared better. In January 1925 a large concentration of them was seen on the lower Kennebec River, and on March 17, 1925 thousands were seen in upper Casco Bay. In late December 1933, when much of the coast was ice bound, “great numbers gathered in lower Portland Harbor.”

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Our rapid growth

(Continued from Page D) Rampant population growth has many bad side effects, one of which is war. One can remember Adolph Hitler speaking in the 1930s of the German need for Lebensraum (living space) and Der Drang nach osten (the drive to the east) with Czechoslovakia, Poland, and the Balkans all taken by Germany. We can easily witness our loss of land, especially farmland here in the United States, 8,700 acres every day, the equivalent to 4½ states of Rhode Island every year.

Another bad side effect of huge population growth is huge government growth and the “BIG BROTHER” effect. This is where local government is devoured by federal government, which becomes big, inefficient, invasive and extremely expensive. Right now, President Obama, instead of trying to control illegal immigration, is going the opposite way by trying to pass an amnesty labeled “The Dream Act” through the Department of Homeland

Security, totally bypassing Congress. This is absolutely unconstitutional. Only Congress may pass acts into law. The last I heard, they were still the legislative body of our national government.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is handing over billions of tax dollars to thousands of illegal aliens as a result of an outrageous tax loophole that allows illegal aliens to claim as many dependents as they want on their tax refund — up to $1,000 per child. The IRS is fully aware of this massive fraud and abuse and even claims it is just following the law. I believe the IRS is being truthful and the agency is trapped by a legal loophole.

Therefore, Congress must close it to stop this massive thievery.

Two bills are now pending in Congress, HR 1956 introduced

by Rep. Sam Johnson, (R) Texas, and S 577 introduced by Sen. David Vitter, (R) Louisiana to close this outrageous loophole. However, pro-amnesty supporters in Congress, including Sen. Harry Reid, are bow-

ing to the demands of radical special interest groups such as La Raza (The Race) by doing all they can to prevent passage of these corrective bills.

Senator Vitter said, “Abuse of this tax benefit is one of the most ridiculous things adding to our federal deficit and incentivizing illegal aliens to come to America. We have a simple solution to a $4.2 billion problem, and the commonsense thing to do in the Senate would be to pass our legislation without any objection.”

Huge population growth is deleterious to the political and natural environment of all countries. Whether the teeming masses legally or illegally invade another’s sovereign country, it will cause massive upheaval and division. We need to come to our senses, wake up to reality, and adopt fair and sensible immigration policies, which benefit American society as a whole. Otherwise we shall fall.

Kenneth Roy is a resident of Center Lovell.

CALM WATER FLOWS UNDER THE BRIDGE in this pre-snow scene. By the time winter envelopes the Naples Causeway, work crews will have taken a four-month hiatus; however when spring rolls around the wrap-up stage will restart for this Maine Department of Transportation project, which has a finish date of Memorial Day weekend 2013.

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Black congresswomen in the “Congressional Black Caucus” claim now that criticism of U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice for lying about Benghazi was motivated not by her lies, but by racism — because she is a black woman. No black politicians acknowledge her erroneous statements about what happened on Sept. 11 in Benghazi, Libya where four Americans were murdered by Arab Muslim radicals. She belongs to the tribe. She’s protected not matter what she does.

Black entertainer Jamie Foxx called Barack Obama “Our lord and savior” on “BET” which is “Black Entertainment

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Television.” After turning out en masse to vote for their tribal leader earlier this month, black tribes people want their share of the spoils, according to an article on Breitbart.com called You Owe Us. Demographers tell us that Hispanics are the fastest-rising segment of the U.S. population and that, if Republicans don’t start pandering to them fast, there won’t be any more Republican Party.

Author Tom Wolfe, who has been chronicling American societal changes since the 1960s, just published his latest, called: Back To Blood. It’s set in Miami where there is no majority, where race and ethnicity — tribalism — trump

everything. His characters are Cuban, black, white, or Russian. Their identity as Americans — as citizens of the United States — is secondary or non-existent. What bonds them instead is race and some combination of sex, status and pornography.

For 50 years now, Wolfe has been holding up a mirror to America, showing us ourselves.

First he used non-fiction with The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test and The Right Stuff. Then he used the novel with Bonfire of the Vanities; A Man in Full; I Am Charlotte Simmons; and now: Back To Blood. In an interview for the Telegraph Wolfe said: “Miami is a melting pot in which none of the stones melt. They rattle around.

A lot of Russians are there now,

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I’m wondering too a century-and-a-half after Lincoln said that, as I watch our “Great Melting Pot” devolve into Multicultural Miasma.

Tom McLaughlin of Lovell is a retired U.S. history teacher.

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Leftist Americans who champion “multiculturalism” also cheer for open borders and world government. Obviously, they think all these groups can all be smiling happy people holding hands as they celebrate diversity, but Wolfe and this writer tend to disagree.

Abraham Lincoln called America, “The last, best hope” for mankind, but that hope is

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