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November 17, 2020

This week:

Bill Green The Sport of Grandparenting ­– pg. 3 John McDonald The Halls of Justice – pg. 18 Peggy Brown Once Upon A Time – pg. 18 Rep. Sue Austin 2020 Legislative Session Update – pg. 20 Shorelines Real Poems for Virtual Times – pg. 20 Spring Point Ledge Light, South Portland, Maine Oil on Canvas by Artist, Allen Bunker

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The COVID pandemic has made this a challenging year for school districts throughout the State of Maine. Yarmouth School Superintendent Dr. Andrew Dolloff has been recognized as Maine Superintendent of the Year. Presented by the Maine State Superintendents Association, a committee of peers from across the state selected Dr. Dolloff for this honor. Excerpts from his nomination note that Dr. Dolloff “is an exceptional superintendent. He shines during normal times, and when a crisis hit this spring, he rose to the challenge. He is leading his district through Covid-19 with strength, courage, and exceptional communication skills‌Besides Covid-19, Dr. Dolloff is also managing a massive construction project (major renovations at every school in the district). He is working through budget challenges, and the district has a growing student population. Other educators across our state look up to him and count on him for advice and guidance.â€? Dr. Dolloff was quick to credit his exceptional team of employees at the Yarmouth School Department, while thanking the Yarmouth community for their tremendous support during these challenging times. A Maine native, Dolloff graduated from Medomak Valley High School in Waldoboro and the University of Maine Farmington, eventually receiving his Ph.D. from the University of Southern Maine. He has worked in Maine public education for more than 30 years, starting his career as a teacher and coach in central Maine.He has served as Superintendent of Schools in RSU 21, High School Principal and Athletic Director in Scarborough. He has been at the helm of the Yarmouth School Department since 2014.

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COMMENT Bill Green

Bill Green’s Maine The Sport of Grandparenting The Grandparent Olympics are coming up next summer and the world is coming together in anticipation. The events are based on activities that grandmothers and grandfathers perform when they are babysitting their grandchildren or preparing to do so. The opening ceremonies will be spectacular. Grandmothers dressed in ceremonial garb will push their grandchildren into the stadium and half way around a 250-yard track. They will then assemble in the infield beneath the flags of more than 100 nations. The walk in will take five minutes. The preparation for the walk will take eleven hours because that’s how long it takes to get a baby clean, coiffed, dressed and buckled into a stroller. In fact, the games were born in my garage. My wife and I have Jack on Thursday and we decided to pretty much outfit our house with all the stuff a baby needs. We hit the second hand store and got a portable crib, a swing, a changing table, a high chair and 63 or so little things that a baby might need. Of course, nothing came with directions and thanks to OSHA, things have changed in the 30 years since we were accused of being helicopter parents. We will enter the 50-pound baby stroller division because that’s what we brought home. I used a small crane to lift it out of my pick up and left it, standing upright in the garage. Poor Pam was given the task of unfolding it. It’s easy to know her thought process because she was talking to herself, out loud, as she did it. “Now let’s see, I did this in the store‌â€? It’s going to be hard for ABC’s cameras to capture the intricacies of pushing the orange tab as you pull out on the silver strap so little Jack will be perfectly secure should an actual nuclear explosion occur on Main Street in Cumberland when we take him for a stroll. The triathlon event will consist of fitting a baby into his utility car seat. That involves reaching up under pads to find the straps and twisting knobs on the backs of seats so that more or less strap will be released. I have been watching my four-month old grandson. He looks okay to me. He’s handsome, looks around a lot, smiles, cries, sleeps, eats and poops. However, because he can’t quite roll over, crawl or walk, I think he’s kind of bored. I think he likes

the show that’s going on all around him and his favorite activity is being pampered. It has occurred to me that if the show he is watching is not entertaining enough, he’ll do something to add to it. He’ll look at you quizzically as you lift each arm to fit the vertical strap around his shoulders. Then he’ll frown as you pull the lap belt around his waist. Then, just as you’re snapping the shoulder strap to the waist belt and the two leg belts, he’ll fill his diaper and you get to change him and start the whole process again. We’ll have to limit this event to one hour because that’s about the time the swearing starts and we can’t be bleeping words when they’re being said in more than 100 languages. The triathlon event will consist of fastening the dear, sweet, little angel into his car seat. Grandmas and grandpas will then be asked to carry the seat to the stroller. Each competitor will have to put the car seat on the ground, unfold the stroller and place the car seat in it until it snaps into place. Making the event even more fun, they will work together on unfolding the stroller. “I think if you hold the top, I can push down on this tab and when I do, you use your foot to try to kick the front wheels forward.� Should they get the stroller open and the car seat snapped in, they will walk the baby around the neighborhood constantly adjusting the top so that absolutely no sun gets in the baby’s eyes. After the walk around the neighborhood, grandfathers will compete in the “moving the car seat from the stroller to the car� event. Oddly enough, with the

Graco system, the baby sits facing you in the stroller, but looking out the back window of the car. During the trials, an American grandfather was almost eliminated from the competition for trying to put the car seat in the car facing frontward. His protestation that, “If he sat frontward you could make sure that he’s breathing,� drew disdainful looks from the granny judges who were shocked and dismayed that a grandfather would risk his own grandchild’s health. What an idiot! Events will be adjusted from winter to summer and as each child grows. Baby-proofing the house and how to keep a fast-moving kid away from the stove and the pool should be thrilling events. However, when we walk past the high school, there are hundreds of kids who made it through their Grandparent Olympics. I wonder if they appreciate all their parents and grandparents went through. Bill Green is Executive Director of the Maine Sports Hall of Fame and an Ambassador for the Freedom Boat Club.

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VIEWS Liz Soares

Fresh Takes At my annual physical, I told the nurse practitioner who is my primary care provider that I was doing surprisingly well dealing with my anxiety during the pandemic. She didn’t bat an eye. She’d heard it from other patients, and theorized that people like me are more used to dealing with fear and uncertainty than others. Or as a man interviewed on National Public Radio on this very topic said, “I feel like I’ve been preparing for this my whole life.” Well, I’ve been an anxious person my whole life. I think it’s a learned behavior; my mother was also anxious. For this reason, I have always believed it can be unlearned. To a certain extent. So I have practiced meditation, yoga and mindfulness. I spent quite a few years reading about Eastern religions and philosophies like Zen Buddhism and the Tao. I’ve undergone therapy. At times, I’ve taken medication. I walk every day. One thing I’ve known for a long time is that anxious people are good in a crisis. We are anxious about the future. We worry about things that may never happen. But when a loved one falls ill we are able to think clearly. We’ve gone over various horrible scenarios in our heads a million times. I can wake up at 3 a.m. thinking of a situation I have to deal with at work and come up with 15 worstcase scenarios. However, when my dog, Martha, threw up the other night and then pitched herself into a panic attack, I remained calm. When soothing music and the Thunder Shirt didn’t work, I said to my husband, Paul, “Let’s put her in the car and drive.” This had worked

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in the past and it did this time too. At the outset of the pandemic, I had some very dark thoughts. It was mega-worst-case scenario time. Paul and I were going to get sick. We’d have to quarantine. How would we take care of Martha and the cats? Suppose this pandemic never ended? What if it led to civil unrest? But I know how to take care of this particular demon. A worst-case scenario is just that. So stop your racing mind and think, what is the best-case scenario? And how about the likely scenario? Hopefully, we will get through this without getting sick. That also happens to be the likely scenario, since Paul and I wear masks in public, maintain a safe distance from others and keep our hands clean. I remind myself of an old saying that I encountered in my spiritual readings, “If you hear hoofbeats, think horses, not zebras.” I know I’m not the only one who sneezes and thinks, “Oh, no, it’s the Covid!” But it’s much more likely I sneeze because I’m allergic to grass and dust (horses) than because of the coronavirus, which despite widespread community transmission in Maine is still a zebra if you are following the CDC protocols. Living in such a stressful period involving a pandemic, a tumultuous presidential election, racial unrest and economic distress is definitely anxiety producing for all of us. When “life happens” at the same time, it can feel overwhelming. We had to let our ailing, 14-year-old chocolate lab, Aquinnah, go just be-

fore the pandemic broke loose in Maine. A loved one was diagnosed with cancer in the summer. I’m an essential worker—a school librarian. School is safe because everyone is following the rules. But following the rules comes at the price of social isolation, even if there are some 300 people in my building at any one time. I have found that I have little energy to worry in my usual way—about what might happen. I am too busy dealing with the everyday realities. My mind is so overwhelmed with the way we live now that it sometimes refuses to speculate on the future. Some anxious people might be doing better than expected in the pandemic because of what a recent article in The Guardian called “lockdown relief.” During the shutdown, I did feel life had slowed down considerably, and that was a good thing. Even now that I am back at work, the feeling persists. I go to work, shop for groceries and go home. On the weekends I try to do a day trip with Paul on one day and grocery shop and take a walk on the other. There is plenty of down time. It helps. As the article says, “More time with pets and loved ones, home cooking, and not having to deal with the over stimulation of life in the outside world have led to a greater sense of general well-being.” Recently I was talking to a colleague who’d had a rough day of it with technology glitches. “Luckily, the kids are so good,” she said. Then she added, “I wonder if this will continue when things are back to normal?” Let’s hope that whatever lessons we have learned about dealing with uncertainty, facing life’s challenges gracefully and keeping calm in the middle of a crisis stay with us. If they can see us through this, they can see us through anything. Liz Soares welcomes email at lizzie621@icloud. com.

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Library Notes Everything is different this year, how we shop, how we socialize, how we work, how we go to school, how we play. At Falmouth Memorial Library, we’re trying to make it feel as normal as we can. We’re open for both browsing and curbside service, Inter Library Loan is moving along all over the State again, we’ve got free wifi, and wifi printing, and we’ve got staff at the ready who can hardly wait to help you find your next great read. Honestly, this staff is chock full off avid readers and they love to use their bookish ways and top secret tools to help you find a great book, so don’t ever be shy to ask. One other thing that’s different this year is how we give. Where are the fundraising galas, the road races, the dinners, the luncheons, the wine tasting auction celebrity dance off casino nights? It’s a shame to miss all those fun social activities, but it’s even more of an impact to all of those organizations who normally benefit from the donations those events raise. So what can you do? How can you help? • Got stuff? Call around, we aren’t taking physical book donations again yet because we need the space to quarantine returned books. But some libraries are still holding used book sales, and we will again too. These sales often fund critical programs for kids or pay for craft supplies, or even pay for

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NOVEMBER LECTURE: THE 2020 WELLCOME PRIZE WINNER

The Yarmouth History Society is proud to announce the winner of the 2020 Wellcome Prize for Student Historians: Annie Sillin of Yarmouth, who won first prize for her paper about the life and times of Elsie Wellcome (pictured above in the 1910s), the Yarmouth woman for whom the prize is named. Elsie Wellcome, who tragically passed away during the 1918 influenza epidemic, was well known as a service-minded community member and an advocate for women’s suffrage. Sillin will present her findings at a public talk via Zoom at 7 pm on Tuesday, November 17. Please email them to be added to the Zoom invite list for this program. Annie Sillin is a senior at North Yarmouth Academy and a resident of Yarmouth. In her spare time, she enjoys journaling, reading, and painting, as well as spending time outside and with her friends. She is very excited to get the opportunity to learn more about the history of her hometown and teach others about it as well. The Wellcome Prize is a history competition open to high school students in Maine. Students are invited to undertake original historical research about a local history topic related to Cumberland County and write a research paper or make a film about their findings. Entries are judged on the quality of presentation and research and winners are invited to present their findings to the public as part of the

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LIONS CLUB MEETING

The Yarmouth Lions will meet on December 7th; Social is 5 pm, meeting begins at 5:30 at the Amvets Hall, North Road. For more information, please contact Sandy at gotcha386@aol.com.

YARMOUTH PROJECT HOLIDAY

Yarmouth Cares About Neighbors (YCAN) will again be coordinating giving for local families needing assistance through its Project Holiday. You can make a difference by sponsoring a family. If you are interested in doing so, please contact Lori at 838-2261. If you would like to make a donation to Project Holiday, please mail your donation to YCAN, PO Box 553, Yarmouth, ME 04096. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. If you are a parent requesting assistance, YCAN is now accepting applications with a firm return date of November 20, 2020. For more information, please call Yarmouth Community Services at 846-2406, or visit our website at www.ycan.info

YARMOUTH FOOD PANTRY

If you need to be in touch with the food pantry staff, please call YCAN at 838-2261. Please do not call the church office. The Yarmouth Food Pantry thanks all the members of our community who generously donate throughout the Year! These contributions made this time a little brighter for many people. The latest Yarmouth Food Pantry needs are: meal helpers, canned pasta, hearty soups and chowders, jarred spaghetti sauce, ramen, pasta, jelly, canned fruit, coffee, laundry detergent, and dish detergent. We are so grateful to our community for the ongoing support of the Food Pantry. The YCFP is located in back of the First Parish Church. Entry is on Storer Street. If you would like to donate items, they can be left at The Food Pantry. The pantry is open to residents of Yarmouth, North Yarmouth, Freeport, Cumberland and Pownal on Tuesdays and Fridays, 10-noon. If you have any questions, please email Sue at susanrgranai@gmail.com.

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Pies for Thanksgiving: The AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary 2 will be offering takeout pies for Thanksgiving. We are offering apple, chocolate cream, cherry and pumpkin pies for $10.00 each. They will be taking orders through 11/22/2020 between the hours of 1:30 to 8:00 pm. You can text 207-329-2279 or email Ina Crone at mcinas@aol.com to place an order. Please leave what kind of pie, how many, your name and number. Pick up time will be 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Wednesday Nov. 25th at AMVETS Post 2, 148 North Road. When you arrive to pick up your order you will need to call 207-329-2279. They will send out a runner to collect your money and deliver your pies.

Edward L. Dinsmore Edward L. Dinsmore, “Dint”, 78, of Yarmouth, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2019 at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough. He had sustained injuries from a fall at his home two weeks earlier and was hospitalized but never recovered. He was born on June 9, 1941 in Yarmouth, Maine to Raymond and Edythe Dinsmore. Despite brief stays in Freeport, Pownal, and North Yarmouth, he always considered Yarmouth his home. In his teen years, Dint worked as a milk delivery man. He later worked at a local fuel company delivering oil for several years before going to work for the Yarmouth Public School system. There he worked as a bus driver and later as maintenance staff until he retired. Dint enjoyed fishing and bowling. However, his greatest passion was serving on the Yarmouth Volunteer Fire Department. He was predeceased by his father, Raymond Dinsmore, his mother and step-father, Floyd and Edythe Smith, his brother and sister-in-law, Donald (Sonny) and Barbara Dinsmore, and a sister Wanda Morton. He is survived by his sister Dianne Stickney and nephew Aaron Stickney, both of Alamogordo, NM. He leaves behind many dear and close friends including his buddies at Dunkin’ Donuts and the Yarmouth Volunteer Fire Department. Donations, if desired, may be made to the Yarmouth Volunteer Fire Department in Dint’s name. Internment has taken place at Riverside Cemetery in Yamouth. No Service.

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A new board walk and observation platform are under construction at Yarmouth’s Riverfront Woods Preserve. It will provide a 170 foot trail link and an observation platform across unique wetlands in the town. The Rotary Club of Yarmouth funded the purchase of materials for the project and much of the labor. Yarmouth Boat Yard/ Moose Landing provided a boat to transport the materials a mile up the Royal River from the Yarmouth Historical Society. The project is scheduled to be finished by the end of November before the area begins its seasonal flooding. Yarmouth Rotary has supportA Rotary-funded purchase of material for a board walk in Yared a number of trail improvement mouth’s Riverfront Woods Preserve will provide a 170 foot trail projects in the town. They include link and an observation platform across unique wetlands. a project to make a portion of one trail accessible for people using scooters, walkers, wheel chairs and other mobility aids. The area can be accessed off River Front Road. It is approximately 6/10 of a mile from the parking area.

The next Planning Board Meeting will be on November 18, 7:00 PM – Virtual Meeting (Due to Covid19 In-Person Meeting Restrictions, see note below) Please visit https://yarmouth.me.us/ for a link to join the meeting. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Workshop Item: Concept Review, Subdivision, Site Plan & Building and Lot Plan; Concept Plan Review, CD4-C, Route 1 Corridor Character District; Vicinity of 350 US Route 1., Map 31 Lot 67-1, 103 Development, LLC, Nate Green & Chris Marshall, Applicant - The applicant is proposing a mixed-use building at the corner of US Route One and Portland St. with 16 one- and two-bedroom market rate residential units, commercial spaces totaling 2,351 sf., and 21 parking spaces This is a concept review by the Planning Board, and no vote will be taken. Public comment will be received. 2. Workshop Item: Site Plan; Vicinity of 317 Main St., Map 42 Lot 48, 317 Main St., Inc., Applicant - The applicant is proposing a 2-story, 9,100SF addition including a 2,275-sf performance hall with seating for 200, bathroom, several studio and classroom spaces and a relocated café space. An outdoor amphitheater is proposed on the west side of the building and associated landscaping and patio spaces. Four on-street parking spaces and a drop-off zone are proposed on Mill Street, and two handicap spaces and a dumpster pad and loading bay are proposed in the rear of the lot. Parking is proposed in the adjacent Mason lot public parking area. This is a preliminary plan

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Yarmouth Planning Board The Yarmouth Planning Board will hold a workshop session on the Historic Preservation Program and proposed ordinance at its virtual meeting on December 2, 2020. The meeting starts at 7:00 P.M. The Planning Board will continue discussion on a proposed Historic Preservation Ordinance and three proposed Historic Districts. The Planning Board previously discussed this in workshops on September 23 and October 14, and a public hearing on October 21, 2020. Video of the meetings can be found at the Town of Yarmouth website under Meetings on Demand/Live Streaming. The Board is not scheduled to vote on a recommendation at this workshop. Public comments are welcome and will be received. Please refer to the Town web site, www.yarmouth.me.us; choose Planning Board/Planning Board Agendas and Backup Materials for further information. To request an email invitation to the virtual public meeting, (recommended), send an email message to Wendy Simmons at the email below. Also, all related material can be found at https://yarmouth.me.us/historicproperty Questions and comments may be directed to Alex Jaegerman, Director of Planning and Development, care of Wendy Simmons, at wsimmons@yarmouth.me.us. All comments received prior to December 2, 2020 will be conveyed to the Planning Board.

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Gray/New Gloucester NEWS GNG CARING COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING ASSISTANCE

This year, GNGCC will be handling their holiday assistance paper-free in an effort to reduce contact. Below please find a link to their Google form to apply for assistance for their Thanksgiving program. Please be prepared to provide proof of residency, as this program only serves our GNG community. For a form please go to: https://forms.gle/JKLhxLSJNN1YrW798 If you have any questions, please email gngcaring@ gmail.com or call Christina at 233-0828.

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All students and all children under 18 qualify for the MSAD 15 Free Meal Program. School meals (Breakfast and Lunch) are available free of charge to all students AND all children 18 years of age and younger in Gray or New Gloucester through June 2021. There are no financial eligibility determinations, and it is not required for children to be a student of MSAD 15; everyone qualifies! By using the program, you are also helping fund the nutrition program at the schools. Please take advantage; there is plenty for everyone who might need or want it! Meals should be pre-ordered and can be picked up at any school by contacting: HS, Kitchen Manager, Mia Henry, 657-4402 / mjhenry@sad15.org; MS, Kitchen Manager, Tawnie Allen, 657-9431/ tallen@sad15.org; Dunn, Kitchen Manager, Tammy McNally, 657-5573 / tmcnally@sad15.org; Memorial, Kitchen Manager, Julia Hutchinson, 926-4307 / jhutchinson@sad15.org; Russell, (Interim) Kitchen Manager, Wanda Morrison, 657-9625 / wmorrison@sad15.org. Contactless meal pick up -- Pick up areas are at the back kitchen entrance at each school. (Look for the signs). When you arrive, call the Kitchen Manager, indicate your name and number of children you need meals for, and your meals will be brought out on a cart. Once the food service worker steps away from the cart, you can exit your vehicle to pick up the food. Masks are required on school grounds. Current pick up times are between 10-11am, M-F, but a more convenient time can be coordinated with the kitchen manager. Gray and New Gloucester Rec departments receive these meals for their campers. MSAD 15 would love to

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Gray Lifelong Living Committee Survey results show that some of their elder citizens may need a little help with home maintenance chores – especially AUTUMN YARD CLEAN-UP. They are coordinating with the GNG HS Community Service Club volunteers to provide these elders some well-deserved assistance. If you, or someone you know, is 65 or older and needs assistance with fall yard clean-up, you can sign up by going to www.graymaine.org/home/home/news/ autumn-yard-clean-up-for-senior-citizens and a committee member will get in touch with you to schedule. Their intent is to accommodate as many people as they can but will fulfill first come first serve with priority given to the eldest and disabled.

GRAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The Gray Historical Society is pleased to announce the opening of the Village History Walk. Enjoy a two-mile self-guided and leisurely historical journey through Gray Village. Green signs guide the way past historic buildings, homes, and monuments. The route through Gray Village travels along sidewalks and marked crosswalks to ensure your comfort and safety. Free brochures with featured attractions, a map, and

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North Yarmouth NEWS TOWN OF NORTH YARMOUTH SELECT BOARD MEETING AGENDA

The next Board Meeting will be Tuesday, November 17. Budget workshop is at 6 pm; Business Meeting is at 7 pm. The format and structure for Select Board meetings are authorized and governed by our Town Charter and the Select Board Bylaws with overarching guidance from Maine Statues. Select Board members are not collectively or individually allowed to speak about personnel matters and may only address personnel matters in an executive session per State Statute Title 1 § 401-410. Minutes of Previous Meeting(s) - November 4. Public Comment - Non-Agenda Items - Comments regarding issues, concerns, commendations, or matters of general public information are welcome. The public is encouraged when commenting or expressing points of view about an individual(s) that they do so in a respectful and constructive manner. Topics relating to personnel matters cannot be acknowledged. COVID-19 Procedures - Public Communications: If you plan to attend the Board meeting 6ft. Distancing and a face covering are required. Management Reports & Communications - Town Manager’s Report, Financial Report – October, Department Head Bi-Monthly Reports. Old Business - Property Tax Assistance for Seniors. New Business - Sharp’s Field, Cumberland Gravel

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North Yarmouth News items should be submitted to news@thenotes.org. Please use “North Yarmouth News” in the Subject line of your message, and include a contact person with phone number. Photos may be submitted and will be used as space permits. Pit. Accounts Payable - Review & Approval. Any Other Business - Select Board Members: A reminder, the “any other business” section on the agenda is not to include previously discussed items, any formerly “settled items,” personal matters, or Town personnel matters. Please submit your other business item(s) to the Town Manager, Chairman, or Vice Chairman prior to the meeting by email or written letter dropped off at the Town Office. Thank you. Adjournment. REMINDERS TO THE ATTENDING PUBLIC: Please mute all digital devices; Select Board meetings are open to the public, but the public may not speak unless recognized by the Chairperson first. Workshops: The public is welcome to attend workshops and listen to the discussion that takes place. The purpose of holding a workshop is to provide the Select Board with the opportunity to focus on specific town matters to later present at a regular business meeting. Therefore, public participation is limited to only regular business meetings of the Select Board.

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Cumberland NEWS CUMBERLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Contact the Cumberland Historical Society to participate in their Holiday Raffle Calendar again this year! Calendars are $10 each or 3 for $25. The more you buy, the greater your odds are of winning. For more info or to purchase a calendar, please contact Judy Gagnon at djgagnon@maine.rr.com or call 400-9334. Thank you for your support!

VILLAGE CHRISTMAS FAIR

Join in for the 54th Annual Village Christmas Fair at the Cumberland Congregational Church, 282 Main Street on Sat., Nov. 21, 10 to 2 pm. CDC Guidelines are in effect. Fresh lobster stew, chili, cookies, pies, wreaths and more! Order online and pick up at the church at www.cumberlanducc.org.

Cumberland News items should be submitted to news@thenotes.org. Please use “Cumberland News” in the Subject line of your message, and include a contact person with phone number. Photos may be submitted and will be used as space permits.

GIVE THANKS AND GIVE BACK

The Community Food Pantry is holding their 4th Annual Give Thanks & Give Back - Thanksgiving Food Drive to provide for the 80 families that visit our local food pantry monthly! We need the community’s help to make this a special Thanksgiving. They are asking for groups of residents to sign up for a particular item (i.e. box of stuffing, can of gravy, bag of apples, etc.) and to get the exact number of boxes/cans/bags on the sign-up list! Make it a challenge for your family, group of friends,

Cameron Collects Donations for Community Food Pantry One of Cumberland’s younger residents, Cameron, recently set out on a mission to spread kindness and support the Community Food Pantry! Read the sweet letter he left at the doors of residents who live on Farwell Avenue and Prince Street. “My name is Cameron Hunt and I am in first grade. This year, because of the bad germ, I am being homeschooled. Part of my school work every week is to do something nice for someone and spread some kindness. This week I would like to collect some food for the food pantry. I am hoping that you might be able to help me by leaving a can of food for me to pick up on your front steps. I have chosen Farwell Ave. and Prince Street for my project because my Great Grammie, Kathleen Taylor, lives on your street and I don’t live in a big neighborhood. I am going to collect the food on Wednesday, November 4th and then I will deliver it to the food pantry on behalf of all of the neighbors on Farwell Avenue and Prince Street. My Grandmother, Judy Gagnon, is going to help me. All you have to do is leave a can on steps. Thank you very much for helping me out with this project!” On Wednesday, Cameron delivered over 200 cans and packages of food to the Community Food Pantry! Thank you to Cameron for organizing such a wonderful fundraiser and to his family, Cameron Hunt is on a mission to spread friends, and neighbors for their donations. We so appreciate the kindness and support the Community Food Panty generosity and support of the Community Food Pantry!

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SPONSOR A CHRISTMAS CHILD

New this year is to sponsor a Christmas Child. FF4KIDS has needed to get a little creative in how they are able to continue their mission, since their fundraising events have been canceled due to COVID. Every year since 2003, they have worked with the Cumberland Food Pantry and other local or-ganizations to offer help to those families that may need a little extra help for the holidays. Each family fills out a form for each child that includes what the child wants, needs, and reads/interests. From that, they try to provide three meaningful gifts for each child. If you are looking for Christmas help this year for your child(ren), please don’t hesitate to reach out to FF4KIDS or if you’re interested in sponsoring a child, email them directly at firefighters4kids@gmail.com and they will match you with a child and send you the child’s age and what they are interested in. They will also be offering a signup genius with gift ideas which will be posted in a few weeks. Spread Joy and stay well friends!

TOWN FOREST WALK

The Town Forest Walk is located in the heart of Cumberland Center. The trail is comprised of 2 loops: the original loop which now has an entrance by the Village Green, and the Bailey Ballfields off of Drowne Road; the newer loop that branches off from the original trail and cuts through the center of the forest. The trails are easily accessible to young and old alike! The trails also is home to the Town Forest Story Walk; a ¾ mile loop that provides a new outdoor adventure for residents to read a story as they walk the path and take in the scenery. The storybook pages are posted at several stations that are staggered along the trail. The story will be changed the 1st Saturday of every month so visitors are invited to return each month for a different story. (Located behind the Town Hall at 290 Tuttle Road).

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22 MRSA §4305, the municipal officers have adopted an ordinance establishing that pro-gram. A copy of this ordinance is available for public inspection at the Town Office and/or General Assistance Office. The Administrator must issue a written decision within 24 hours of receiving an application. Have Questions? Call the Department of Health & Human Services 1-800-442-6003. Persons who wish to apply for General Assistance may do so by calling the Opportunity Alliance at 1-800698-4959. In EMERGENCY please call 207-807-2055.

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PRINCE MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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ANNUAL “GIVE THANKS” APPLE PIE FUNDRAISER

The Annual “Give Thanks” Apple Pie Fundraiser to benefit the Community Food Pantry is under way! The Cumberland/North Yarmouth Lions Club is collecting orders for their delicious homemade 9-inch deep dish apple pies using local apples from Hansel’s Orchards; Sweetser’s Apple Barrel and Orchards; and Thompson’s Orchards, in a flakey pie pastry from European Bakery all to benefit the Community Food Pantry located in Cumberland. Pies cost $16 each. Orders can be made now through Thursday, November 19th, 2020. All orders can be made on line directly at: http://www.cnylions. org/apple-pie Your ready-to-bake frozen apple pie will be hand delivered to your home on Saturday, No-vember 21st, complete with baking instructions. Free delivery in Cumberland and North Yarmouth. If you have questions, call Gail Turner at 207-242-2094 or email at: gailturner78116@gmail.com

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Falmouth NEWS FALMOUTH MEMORIAL LIBRARY OPEN

Falmouth Memorial Library will be open Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm, and Wednesdays 9:30 am – 7:00 pm. They will add Saturdays back as soon as they can ensure appropriate staffing with our new procedures and services. They will welcome 15 patrons at a time in the building, for a 30-minute limit. A staff member will greet you at the door with a sign-in/out and entry pass. In addition to this occupancy limit, we will have three public computers set up for use by appointment, dropin when possible. The Children’s room will be available for appointments one household at a time, and for drop-in open browsing when there are no appointments scheduled. Speaking of masks – it’s what all the fashionable people are wearing these days, and we will require them inside the building, as well as enforce social distancing for everyone’s safety. Library Takeout continues for those of you still hesitant to come indoors. You can pick up your holds just like normal without an appointment during open hours, just park in the designated spot and call them when you arrive. We expect fewer people outside once we open, so will wait to check out your items to you when you arrive (we’ve been checking them out ahead of time so we can keep up with demand). So it might take a few more seconds while we process and pack up your holds, but the upside is NO MORE APPOINTMENTS. We set up a Quick Print station just inside the entrance. Use our laptop or your wireless device to print from the cloud, your email, or a thumb drive – still $.15/page. This is a separate service from the public computers, no appointment needed, and not included in the occupancy limit. Sorry – still no meeting spaces yet for reservation or in-person programs until further notice. All libraries are quarantining incoming books for at least 3-4 days, and we will back-date check-in for that timeframe. So you won’t notice any immediate checkin on your account, and you may still get a courtesy email saying its coming due, but when we do process materials after quarantine, we will check-in for the date you actually returned it. We resumed assessing fines in October, but you will not be fined for the time books are quarantined.

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NO BOUNDARIES BOOK DISCUSSION

The No Boundaries Book Discussion is a weekly program in which folks can chat about what they’re reading. There is no assigned book, we just ask that you come ready to chat with your friends and neighbors about what everyone is currently reading. It’s an opportunity to share ideas, recommendations, and connect with others. To join, email reference@falmouthmemoriallibrary.org or message us on Facebook! The discussion takes place Fridays at 3 pm.

FALMOUTH FOOD PANTRY

Donations may be dropped off at many locations: the Falmouth Food Pantry when open for clients, the Falmouth Town Hall during regular business hours, the Falmouth Memorial Library and Falmouth churches. Their present food needs are: adult depends, canned pineapple, canned tuna, sugar, toothpaste, rice, shampoo and conditioner. The Pantry is located at 271

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tion with the town manager and designated member(s) of the town council, shall prepare and submit to the town council, annually, a five-year capital program at least 120 days prior to the beginning of each budget year. The capital program shall contain such information as the town council may, from time to time, designate by order. The Town Manager will present the CIP for the Board’s consideration, consultation, and endorsement. The Board may endorse the CIP as submitted or continue its involvement in the CIP in further meetings. Public Comment will be taken and the Board will vote on a motion to endorse the CIP as submitted. ADJOURNMENT Note: The order of items scheduled on the agenda is subject to change. As of May 6, 2020, the Yarmouth Planning Board is holding all board meetings via GoToMeeting™ conferencing technology. We remain committed to full public

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*Please contact your place of worship before attending to insure they are open for worship and what the requirements are before you attend…….* Many churches offer Zoom Worship and Facebook. West Falmouth Baptist Church, located at 18 Mountain Road, welcomes all, to their Sunday worship service at 10 am. A children’s program, and nursery are provided during the service. FMI, call 797-4066, or visit http://@abcfalmouth.org. The Parish of the Holy Eucharist, Holy Martyrs Church, 266 Foreside Road. Mass schedule: Weekends: Saturday afternoon 4 pm; Sunday morning 8:30 am, 10:30 am & 5:30 pm; Weekdays: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 7:30 am. For more information please call 847-6890 or visit www.pothe.org. Emmaus Lutheran Church, 265 Middle Road, holds worship services every Sunday at 9 am, and every Wednesday at 11:30 am. Sunday school is at 9:30 am on Sunday. Emmaus is a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. For more information, visit www.emmausfalmouth.org or call 781-4820. Foreside Community Church, UCC - ForesideChurch.org Worship available online (link from our webpage) Sundays at 9:30am. All are welcome! Sunday school and Coffee Hour immediately follow service. For more information, please call 781-5880 or visit our website at www.foresidechurch.org. Falmouth Congregational Church, UCC, 267 Falmouth Road, Sunday Worship virtually on Facebook and in-person at 10 am. For more information please visit: www.falmouthcongregationalchurch.org or call 781-3413. The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary, 43 Foreside Road, Sunday hours: Sunday, 8 am Traditional Eucharist, 10 am Contemporary Eucharist with Choir; Monday - Wednesday, Noon Day prayer in the Chapel; Thursday, Noon Day Healing Eucharist. All invited to attend any or all of the services. Handicap accessible. All new and returning parishioners are invited to attend. For more information, visit www.smary.org, or call 781-3366.

access and participation in our meetings through remote access during the COVID-19 crisis. If you are unable to participate using this technology, please contact Wendy Simmons at 846-2401 or wsimmons@yarmouth. me.us and we will pursue reasonable accommodations. Remote meetings will be held in accordance with the requirements of LD 2167, Public Law Chapter 618.

SENIOR CONNECTIONS WITH ZANY

Zyanya Holman (Zany) is a Resource Specialist with the Southern Maine Agency on Aging and Town of Yarmouth. SMAA is working remotely due to COVID-19 currently but she is available over the phone. If you have a question about housing, Medicare, meals and nutrition, medical and dental resources, legal resources or just want to say hi, Zany can be reached by e-mail at smaaresource@yarmouth.me.us or at (207) 835-9866. You can find out more about what she does at: https:// ycan.info/need-senior-support.

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Freeport News items should be submitted to news@thenotes.org. Please use “Freeport News� in the Subject line of your message, and include a contact person with phone number. Photos may be submitted and will be used as space permits.

PINOT NOIR FROM AROUND THE WORLD

On Wed., Dec. 9, 6-7:30 at the Freeport Community Center Kitchen come and discuss the differences of grapes! Discussion will be about grapes from the East Coast to the West Coast to Europe from France to Italy, to Chile to Oregon! There is a great grape for every occasion. Learn about the terroir of each area, compare and taste some of the differences of pinot noir. Grazing and tasting includ-ed! Cost is $29. Questions? Please call Paula at 207-831-1922.

FREEPORT LIONESS-LIONS SPONSOR LUNCHEON

The Freeport Lioness-Lions Club is sponsoring a Drive-By -Luncheon of their Delicious Fish “Chowdah� and Award Winning Chili to be held on Saturday November 21st from 11am-2 pm at the Freeport Masonic Hall at 33 Mallett Drive. Each meal is $10.00 which includes corn bread, crackers and a dessert. Advance Orders - Please call or email Kim @ 751-7660, murrays10@comcast.net or Martha at 865-6188, dalymultigear@aol.com and also on www.Eventbrite.com to place your order. No inside seating available – Take out only. They will also be collecting used eyeglasses, hearing aids and cell phones.

ALL THINGS COMPOST! WITH ECOMAINE

On Tuesday, November 24 from 5:30-6:30PM join Freeport Community Library and ecomaine for a virtual talk on All Thing Compost! From your backyard to an industrial composting facility, we’ll go over all the ways available to make sure your food scraps are contributing to local soil production instead of sitting in a landfill! Join Lena Ives, ecomaine environmental educator and Gray Recycling Committee member, in learning more about what’s in your trash can and how to reduce your household waste.

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Zany is also offering to Yarmouth residents through her work with the town classes. You may RSVP by email at agewell@smaa.org or call 396-6578.

UPCOMING AGEWELL PROGRAM -

Healthy Body, Healthy Brain – Dec. 9, 1-2 pm, Location: Zoom. Program Description: A healthy brain is vital to our daily activities, and as we strive to keep our bodies healthy and fit, we often forget to attend to our brain health. Join us for a virtual presentation where we’ll explore the main functions of the brain, changes that can occur as we age, and learn about ways we can increase and maintain the health of our brains. This program is generously sponsored by the Town of Yarmouth for Yarmouth residents. Registration Link: https://eventactions.com/ea.aspx?ea=Rsvp&invite=gybzzgd9n2pjc872zdv7xyy6y9fh1hh36dp41314cz2s81p6zw92 Sign up today!

This online Zoom event is free and open to the public. Registration is required and can be done on freeportlibrary.com. For questions or directions to the library, call 207-865-3307.

FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS OF ALCOHOLICS

The Freeport Al-Anon Family Group meets every Wednesday at 7:30-8:30 pm in the lower level of the First Parish Congregational Church, 40 Main Street. They are practicing all CDC guide-lines. Contact Carol at 207-776-2167 FMI.

DRUG DISPOSAL

People can bring unused prescription drugs to the CVS Pharmacy in Freeport.

LIBRARY HOURS

The Freeport Community Library hours are Monday 12-5 pm; Tuesday, 12-7 pm; Wednesday 12-7 pm; Thursday, 12-5 pm; Friday closed, open for curbside 12-4 pm. 865-3307.

FOOD PANTRY

The Food Pantry at Freeport Community Services is located at 55 Depot Street and is open Monday and Wednesday from 11-1 pm. Food is available on the Food Pantry Loading Dock. Residents of Freeport and Pownal are welcome to come weekly or as needed! Please note: The Pantry will be closed Wednesday this month, November 25th due to Thanksgiving holiday.

Every other Monday starting at 3 pm. The library will supply the books! 6 spots open, first come first served. http://forms.gle/LjUETzfx5fqs2mQ48. Ms. O’Connor is currently doing a virtual read aloud on Facebook. Listen daily at 3 pm on FBLive. FMI, please call the library at 846-4763.

Do you need senior services? Yarmouth Cares About Neighbors is supporting an Aging In Place (AIP) initiative in Yarmouth, led by Leigh Kirchner with sup-

Miss Mary is holding story time every Friday at 10:15 am on Facebook Live. She will also read a picture book every Monday and Wednesday at 12:30 pm. Also, Miss Mary will be hosting Zoom book club where you will discuss Percy Jackson series, starting with THE LIGHTENING THEIF. For kids grades 2-5.

WHAT TO DO BEFORE THE EMT ARRIVES

When 911 is called, what does one do before help arrives? Paul Conley, Freeport’s Deputy Fire Chief will speak on this topic, via Zoom on Friday, Nov. 20 at 1:30 pm. He will also give useful advice about how to prepare your home for emergency situations. He will address precautions and recommendations about getting through the winter with the pandemic happening. Non-members who wish to join the Zoom presentation may contact the club via e-mail: freeportmainewomansclub@gmail.com.

FREEPORT CHURCH SERVICES

*Please contact your place of worship before attending to insure they are open for worship and what the requirements are before you attend‌‌.* Many churches offer Zoom Worship or via Facebook. Community of Christ, 49 Park St., Sunday school, 10:30 am; Worship, 11 am. Co pastors are Sheila Blackstone and Charles H. Smith, 449-7502. First Baptist Church, 185 Main St., Sunday worship 10:45 am. FMI, 865-4404. St. Jude’s Roman Catholic Church, Main St. Mass, Sun., 9:30 am. FMI, 846-5584. Seventh-day Adventist Church, Pownal Rd: Worship Saturday, 11 am. Sabbath School, 9:30 am, 865-3990. South Freeport Church, UCC, South Freeport Village, Online worship video posted to southfreeportchurch.org by 9:30 am. Rev. Sally Norris. First Parish Church Cong., UCC, 40 Main St. Adult study, 9 am; Sunday worship, 10 am with communion, first Sunday of the month. FMI, 865-6022. Rev. Madelyn Hennessey.

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Pownal/Durham NEWS DOG REGISTRATIONS

Open enrollment for registering your dogs for 2021 has begun. Please make sure to have an up to date rabies certificate at the time of registration. $6.00 per spayed/neutered dog, $11.00 for dogs not spayed/neutered.

Pownal/Durham News items should be submitted to news@thenotes.org. Please use “Pownal/Durham News” in the Subject line of your message, and include a contact person with phone number. Photos may be submitted and will be used as space permits. would like to make a contribution, please call Rev. Ray St. Pierre at 837-0682 or Tom Harlow at 407-3081.

TOWN HALL

Pownal Town Hall is open for walk-in traffic. Please note a mask is required upon entry. You will be required to sanitize your hands before transactions. Hand sanitizer it provided in the office. Please go to www.PownalMaine.org to be directed to their website for more in-depth infor-mation.

ONLINE SERVICES

Did you know that most anything you come to do at the Town Office you can do Online? This includes: Vehicle Registration, ATV/ Boat/ Snowmobile Registrations, Hunting & Fishing Licenses, Dog Registrations, Paying your Property Taxes, Burning Permits. Click the Link below and select which service you would like! https://www.pownalmaine.org/index.asp?Type=B_ LIST&SEC={DE5C343A-0282-4CFB-A1F0-A5FAA86D1A74}

FOOD PANTRY

The Food Pantry at the North Pownal United Methodist Church, 851 Lawrence Road is open on Wednesdays from 9:30-11 am. The pantry doesn’t know what will be in stock from week to week and welcomes donations from farmers and others in the community. If you

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port from a large group of volunteers. If you have questions about, or suggestions for needed services, or would like to participate, please call Leigh at 207-712-7244 or e-mail her at: leighmk2050@ gmail.com. Some services offered are: Transportation, Health Services and Support, Economic Security, Food Support, Fuel Assistance and so much more!

MERRILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY OPENS ITS DOORS!

The library has opened their doors! 10 people will be allowed in the building at one time, please limit your stay to 30 minutes, a mask is required, no food or drink is allowed. Please go to the libraries website to learn more, www.yarmouthlibrary.org.

COVID TASK FORCE

The Yarmouth Task Force is still ready with information and resources. If you need groceries, information, resources, or a person to talk to, please call 8464763. All calls will be returned within 24 hours.

DO I REALLY NEED A FLU SHOT?

Yes – Vaccines are a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent illness and even save lives. As people age, they may be at higher risk of complications from the flu. Seniors are advised to get an updated flu shot each season. This is free under Medicare. Check with your medical provider if you have any questions.

DURHAM NEWS TOWN OFFICE NEWS

The Durham Town Offices have resumed normal hours of operation for the general public. Town Office hours are: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays; 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays; Closed Wednesdays. As a reminder, those visiting the Town Offices must leave six (6) feet of space between people and face masks are required to enter. If there is not enough room inside the building to leave six feet of space, please wait outside until there is enough room inside. For those who are uncomfortable with visiting the Town Offices in person to conduct business, call 3532561 to make alternate arrangements if possible.

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The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) and 211 Maine announced today a new option for Mainers to get answers to questions about the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) at any time. This service is available by dialing 211 (or 1-866811-5695), texting your ZIP code to 898-211, or emailing info@211maine.org.

YARMOUTH CHURCH SERVICES

*Please contact your place of worship before attending to insure they are open for worship and what the requirements are before you attend…….* Many churches offer Zoom Worship or via Facebook. The First Universalist Church of Yarmouth invites you to experience their virtual worship services this church year by visiting our website: www.uuyarmouth. org. Programs and religious exploration for all ages will also be offered online. On Sundays, all are invited to the First Baptist Church, 346 Main St., for worship at 9:30 am. Children’s church and nursery care available. FMI, call 846-5814 or visit www.firstbaptistyarmouth.org. Parish of the Holy Eucharist Masses at Sacred Heart Church, 326 Main Street, is held on Saturday afternoon at 4 pm and Sunday morning at 8 and 11 am. FMI, call 847-6890 or visit www.pothe.org. St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 396 Gilman Road, Offering two services: 8 am with Holy Eucharist, 10 am with Holy Eucharist, music, Sunday School and childcare. Visit www.stbartsyarmouth.org or call 8469244 for more information. The First Parish Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, at 116 Main Street Worships online,

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*Please contact your place of worship before attending to insure they are open for worship and what the requirements are before you attend…….* Many churches offer Zoom Worship or via Facebook. The First Parish Congregational Church, Route 9 is having Worship service on Sunday at 9:30 am. Sunday school at 11 am for ages 4 through adult. FMI on church programs, please call Pas-tor John Wentworth at 688-4846 or 231-2171. North Pownal United Methodist Church, 851 Lawrence Road is having worship service on Sunday at 10 am. Nursery care is provided for children 0-3. Children Sunday School is also at 10 am. FMI on church programs, please contact Pastor St. Pierre. Office telephone: 207-688-4938, cell number is: 837-0682 or email: chaplainraymond@gmail.com. Shiloh Chapel, Services for the Shiloh Church are every Sunday at 10 am. The Pastor is Ron Par-ker. Durham monthly Meeting of Friends, Services for Friends Meeting are every Sunday at 10:30 am. Durham Friends Meeting is a semi-programmed meeting for worship. First Congregational Church in Durham, UCC, 773 Royalsborough Road opposite the Gazebo, has worship service on Sunday at 10 am with Rev Peter Mercer, and gather after the service for “neighboring”.

Sundays, at 9 am. FMI, 846-3773 or www.firstparishyarmouth.org. The Royal River Baptist Church, Yarmouth Marketplace, 438 US Route One. Sunday Morning Worship: 10am, Sunday Evening Worship, 5pm; Wednesday Prayer Meeting & Discipleship, 6:30 pm. FMI, call 899-7949 or www.RoyalRiverBaptist.com.

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historical background are available at the Gray Town Office. For an on-line interactive map go to grayhistorical.org, find MAPS in the main menu, then select HISTORICAL SITES from the dropdown menu. Your tour starts by parking at the Pennell Complex. Using your brochure map, follow the green Village History Walk signs for a fun and educational stroll through our Village. Following the entire route, or any part of it as a great way to get your daily exercise while learning more about Gray history. Get out, walk, and learn! GHS may be reached at 657-4476 or info@grayhistorical.org.

FOOD PANTRY

The Gray Food Pantry is located at the First Congregational Church and is open the first and third Fridays of every month from 2:00-4:00 pm. In case of emergency, please call 657.4279 #3 for assistance.

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University of Maine Cooperative Extension is accepting greenhouse plastic for recycling through Dec. 15 before closing out the season. The recycling program accepts clear, low-density, polyethylene (LDPE#4) plastic used to cover greenhouses, high tunnels, hoop houses and other agricultural structures. Collection sites can also accept white over-wintering LDPE#4 film used by the nursery industry. The program is free of charge and open to all Maine farmers, gardeners and horticulturalists who preregister. Register on the program webpage, where instructions and an interactive map of drop-off sites also are available. Growers without internet access can register by calling 207.342.5971. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact David McDaniel, 207.323.4315; agplasticrecycling@maine.edu.

MAPLE SYRUP PRODUCTION WEBINAR

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is hosting a webinar with the Southern Maine Maple Sugarmakers Association (SMMSA) about the home maple syrup production process 9–11:30 am, Dec. 5. Webinar topics include identifying and tapping trees, collecting and boiling sap, and filtering, grading and canning syrup. Instructors include UMaine Extension sustainable agriculture professional Jason Lilley, SMMSA president Rich Morrill, who also owns Nash Valley Farm in Windham, and Frank Ferrucci, owner of Maple Moon Farm in Lebanon. Registration is required; a $5 donation is optional. Register on the event webpage. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Becky Gray, 207.781.6099; rebecca.gray@maine.edu.

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University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is offering a new club for youth ages 5–19 who are new, or interested in becoming, 4-H members. Meetings will be held from 6–7 p.m. starting Nov. 18 and continuing Dec. 16 and Jan. 20. The “4-H for All� club is a way for youth and families to learn about 4-H and connect with others across Maine. Youth will choose a project of their own to complete and discover how to become more involved in Maine 4-H. The club is free to join; registration is required. Register on the 4-H for All webpage to receive the meeting link. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Sara King, 207.743.6329; sara.king@maine.edu.

4-H VIRTUAL SCIENCE CAFES

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer virtual science cafÊs for teens in grades 7–12 every Thursday, from 3:30–4:15 p.m. Online sessions will include University of Maine scientists discussing their research, how they became involved in their work and what brought them to Maine. Participants will learn about science in action in an informal discussion format. The series begins with Sonia Naderi, UMaine electrical engineering Ph.D. candidate, whose research focuses on utilizing artificial intelligence in wireless networks to enable widespread environmental monitoring. Registration is required for each session and is available on the event webpage. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Jessy Brainerd, 207.581.3877; jessica.brainerd@maine. edu. More information on additional educational resources is on UMaine Extension 4-H Learn at Home.

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December 16th Book Club selection is: THE WORST HARD TIME by Timothy Egan. About the book: The dust storms that terrorized the High Plains in the darkest years of the Depression were like nothing ever seen before or since. Timothy Egan’s critically acclaimed account rescues this iconic chapter of American history from the shadows in a tour de force of historical reportage. Following a dozen families and their communities through the rise and fall of the region, Egan tells of their desperate attempts to carry on through blinding black dust blizzards, crop failure, and the death of loved ones. Brilliantly capturing the terrifying drama of catastrophe, Egan does equal justice to the human characters who become his heroes, “the stoic, long-suffering men and women whose lives he opens up with urgency and respect” (New York Times). In an era that promises ever-greater natural disasters, The Worst Hard Time is “arguably the best nonfiction book yet” (Austin Statesman Journal) on the greatest environmental disaster ever to be visited upon our land and a powerful cautionary tale about the dangers of trifling with nature.

PARENTS NIGHT OUT!

Gray New Gloucester Parks and Recreation and Gray Parks and Recreation are partnering to expand youth programming across the community. Parents Night Out – Save the date! Ages 4-12, $18, Nov. 6, 5:30-8 pm. For more information please visit www.grayrec.com or 657-2323 x127 or www.ngrecreation.com or 926-4136 x231. Adult Programs include Zumba, Tabata, Strong. For more information or to sign up please go to www.ngrecreation.com to learn more.

LIBRARY CLOSINGS

Gray Public Library will be closed or have reduced hours at the following times in the month of November: Wednesday, November 25--Close at 4:00 pm, Thursday, November 26—Closed, Friday, November 27—Closed, Saturday, November 28--OPEN!

GRAY LIBRARY HOURS

GPL would like to remind all of their patrons that their hours have changed. They are now open at 9:30 am Tuesday through Saturday and they close at 7:00 pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. All other closing

times have not changed. They continue to offer curbside service so just give them a call at 657-4110 during business hours or drop us an email at graylib@gray.lib. me.us with any requests. We are happy to help!

STORY TIME

The Gray Public Library’s Virtual Story Time (Facebook Live) is at 10:30 on Wednesdays and Fri-days. Their Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/ graypubliclibrary/ .

CHURCH SERVICES

*Please contact your place of worship before attending to insure they are open for worship and what the requirements are before you attend…….* Many churches offer Zoom Worship or via Facebook. The United Methodist Church, 151 West Gray Road, Gray, Sunday worship at 10 am, nursery care pro-vided. Children’s Sunday School, 9 am. Tuesday evenings, 6-7:30 pm, Centering Prayer Group. For all Cancer Outreach please contact Pastor Ginifir Giddinge at 6572009. The First Congregational Church, 11 Yarmouth Road, Gray, Sunday worship service is again being held in the church from 10-11 am. Strict CDC Guidelines are being enforced to include face masks and proper social distancing. Sunday School, 10 am in the Parish House (or outside, as weather permits) at 5 Brown Street. Children from preschool through 7th grade are welcome. If you have questions, please contact the Sunday School Superintendent at 657-3765. Bible Study via Zoom (https://zoom.us/j/360976427), Thursday from 9:45 to 11:15 am. Social time is 9:45 to 10:00 am. Christian Yoga is offered via Zoom (https:// zoom.us/j/986062656) every Friday from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. For more information, please call 657-4279. All are welcome.

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LIBRARY BOOK GROUPS

The Prince Memorial Library offers Fairy Tales Unplugged; A virtual (Zoon) Book Group (Grades 4-6), Wed., 4 pm. Book Rant/Rave; A virtual (Zoom) Book Group (Grades 6 and up), Wed., 6:30 pm. For more information on the Zoom link, contact Kelly at kgreelee@cumberlandmaine.com.

PASSES AT THE LIBRARY

The Prince Memorial Library offers Museum Passes. Call to reserve a pass to any of these Maine Museums – Children’s Museum and Theatre of Maine (Portland). These passes offer a 50 percent discount on general admission for up to four people; Maine Maritime Museum (Bath). Admits one family of up to eight people for fee general admission to the museum; Maine Wildlife Park (Gray). This pass provided a $3.50 per person admission fee for up to 7 people (4 years and older); Portland Museum of Art (Portland). This pass provides free entry for up to two adults and six children; Tate House (Portland). A free tour of the museum for up to 4 people and 10% off gift shop items. For more information about these services and exactly what they offer, please contact the library at 207-829-2215.

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NORTH YARMOUTH CHURCH SERVICES

*Please contact your place of worship before attending to insure they are open for worship and what the requirements are before you attend…….* Many churches offer Zoom Worship or via Facebook. North Yarmouth Congregational Church Service is Sunday, 9:30 am, morning worship with Rev. Nancy J. White, 3 Gray Road. Church of Jesus Christ LDS holds the sacrament service on Sundays at 9 am at the church, 247 Walnut Hill Road. Sunday school and Child Primary take place at 10:20 am; The Priesthood and Relief Society meet at 11 am.

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TIME TO REGISTER DOGS

It’s time to register your dog for 2021. All dogs 6 months and older must have a license. In order to obtain a license for your dog, the owner must present a current State of Maine Rabies Certificate obtained from a veterinarian. All current licenses expire December 31st. Cost is $6/year for spayed/neutered dogs; $11/year for dogs not spayed/neutered. You may register online: Visit the State of Maine’s Dog Licensing Online Service; you may mail an application with payment, and a copy of your dog’s rabies certificate to Cumberland Town Hall – visit www.cumberlandmaine.com; or stop in the Town Hall in person with a copy of your dog’s rabies certificate.

FALL SEMINAR AT PRINCE MEMORIAL LIBRARY

PML invites you to participate in a fall seminar facilitated by Dustin Ward, Racial Equity and Reconciliation Advocate. You will engage with three insightful texts in order to better understand our role, both commu-nally and individually, regarding racism. You will Learn, Think, and Act, with the goal of helping people feel empowered to speak up and speak out against racism. Required texts: The Autobiography of Malcolm X, as told to Alex Haley, Begin Again: James Baldwin’s America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own, Eddie S. Glaude Jr., Born a Crime, Trevor Noah. Session meet by Zoom: Every other Tuesday at 6:30 pm – Nov. 24, Dec. 8. To pre-registration is required. To register, email Elizabeth Manning at emanning@ cumberlandmaine.com. PML is located at 266 Main Street, 207-829-2215. www.princememorial.org.

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The Town of Cumberland is looking for more photos to feature in our upcoming Annual Report! Do you have a picture that you’ve snapped around town in the past year? A nice landscape, sunrise/sunset, kids playing, walks on town properties, nature, wildlife, etc.? If you do, share it with them! These photos are a wonderful way to capture Cumberland through the eyes of those who live here. Please consider sending your submissions to us at eye@cumberlandmaine.com. Photos used will include a photo credit. Submitting photos gives the Town of Cumberland per-mission to use or publish the photographs in a Town exhibit, in the Town’s Annual Report, on the Town website, in social media pages, and in program brochures.

NEED HELP? ADVICE?

Do you have a question or need advice? The Tuttle Road United Methodist Church is here to help! We serve as a community resource to help folks obtain access to services, or guide them in their quest for information. Topics initially will include: Pharmacy issues, Food needs, Unemployment, Income taxes, Housing, Job search-es, Medical/Dental. We plan to expand the list based upon identified needs. So, if you have a question or need some guidance, please contact Brian Wolcott of Tuttle Road United Methodist Church. Brian will begin the process of putting you in touch with the appropriate party. Please E-mail: bwolcott001@gmail.com or call 207-838-5345; also via Facebook.

AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP IS BACK

The Prince Memorial Library has a new Fall lineup for their Afternoon Book Group! They meet one Thursday a month at 3 pm by Zoom. Email emanning@ cumberlandmaine.com for the invitation. All readers are welcome! The December 17th book choice is: THE LYING LIFE OF ADULTS by Elena Ferrante. Giovanna’s pretty face is changing, turning ugly, at least so her father thinks. Giovanna, he says, looks more like her Aunt Vittoria every day. But can it be true? Is she really changing? Is she turning into her

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TOWN FOREST WALK

The Town Forest Walk is located in the heart of Cumberland Center. The trail is comprised of 2 loops: the original loop which now has an entrance by the Village Green, and the Bailey Ballfields off of Drowne Road; the newer loop that branches off from the original trail and cuts through the center of the forest. The trails are easily accessible to young and old alike! The trails also is home to the Town Forest Story Walk; a ¾ mile loop that provides a new outdoor adventure for residents to read a story as they walk the path and take in the scenery. The storybook pages are posted at several stations that are staggered along the trail. The story will be changed the 1st Saturday of every month so visitors are invited to return each month for a different story. (Located behind the Town Hall at 290 Tuttle Road).

PRINCE MEMORIAL LIBRARY

Prince Memorial Library is open with limited services. The library will continue to offer curbside pickup, which is the safest way to access library materials. The library will resume its regular hours: Tuesday – Thursday, 9 to 8 pm, Friday and Saturday, 9 to 5 pm, and the first hour of the day 9:00 am - 10:00 am is reserved for seniors and those with compromised immune systems. All visitors over the age of 2 must wear face coverings and practice social distancing. The number of visitors allowed at one time is 35, so we ask that library visitors limit the amount of time they spend in the library. As always, our primary concern is the safety of library visitors and staff, please help us in this effort! Keep in touch with us on our Facebook page and through email. You can call the library at 829-2215 during the day. Together, we will do our best to meet your library needs.

COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY NEEDS

The Community Food Pantry is open the 1st, 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, 3-6 pm located at 290 Tuttle Road,This is a list of Food Pantry needs: Pancake mix/syrup, jelly, pickles, chips/salsa, canned pears, canned carrots, all purpose cleaner, kitchen sponges, gluten free anything, toothbrushes for kids and adutls, tissues.

Mailbag As always, MAILBAG features local citizens who have received recognition in some manner for achievements, such as awards, special appointments and academic accomplishments. Alysa Grindlinger of Falmouth, has been named to the 2020 spring semester Dean’s List at Ohio Wesleyan University. Seton Hall University, NJ is pleased to announce Antoinette Carman of New Gloucester, has qualified for the Spring 2020 Dean’s List. Stonehill College, MA joined together for a virtual Commencement ceremony this past August, local graduates include: Caroline Ray, Meghan Finley, Patrick Dancoes, and Samantha Camuso, all of Falmouth; Sophia Stickney of Cumberland Center. The following local residents received bachelor degrees from St. Lawrence University, NY: London Bernier of Falmouth, Brooke Kelly of Freeport, Elizabeth Norton of Falmouth, Eavan O’Neill of Yarmouth. Congratulations, one and all, for your fine work. MAILBAG is always pleased to let readers know local area residents accomplishments. Please be sure to give your school permission to include your awards/recognition statements to us. We publish all local announcements sent to us. W

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West Cumberland United Methodist Church, Corner of Blackstrap Road and Methodist Road, worship service at 10 am which is held in the Parish Hall where social distancing can be safely observed. If you prefer to remain in your car, drive-in service is also available in the parking lot, just tune your fm radio to 87.9 to receive. All welcome. FMI, call Rev. Charles Hale at 829-4366. The Congregational Church in Cumberland located at 282 Main Street has Sunday Worship at 9:30 am. Their new minister is Allison Smith. Nursery care for 0-3, Church school for Preschool -6th grade. Jr. and Sr. High Pilgrim Fellowship meets Sunday night at 6:30 pm. Reverend Allison Smith, 829-3419, www.cumberlanducc.org. White Pine Community Church. Sunday Services are 10 am at 94 Cumberland Road, North Yarmouth. RSVP’s are required at www.whitepinechurch.org. FMI call 829-8232 or email: info@whitepinecc.org.

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Signs and symptoms of diabetes

What’s the connection between diabetes and your eyes? A large percentage of all cases of diabetes go undiagnosed. Diabetes, of course, is what we call it when a human body doesn’t produce enough insulin, an important hormone that helps us break down sugars. This August, for National Eye Exam Month, take a moment to think about getting your eyes examined — particularly if you have or are at risk for diabetes. HOW DOES DIABETES AFFECT MY EYES? One potential symptom of diabetes is diabetic retinopathy, and it’s screened for in a standard eye exam. Diabetes takes a toll on your blood vessels. Diabetic retinopathy is what we call it when the blood vessels in your eye are weakened or swollen as a side effect of the damage diabetes does to your body. HOW CAN I TELL IF I HAVE DIABETIC RETINOPATHY? Luckily, the blood vessels inside of your eye are easily visible during a dilation exam by your local ophthalmologist. When your doctor dilates your eyes and shines a light in them, he or she is looking at the retina in the back of your eye and, amongst other things, the blood vessels that are visible there to see if there are any signs of damage. There’s no reason to take a chance with your health. Plan on visiting your local eye specialist soon for a quick and easy exam that can help you prevent the worst effects of diabetes.

Nearly 30 million (approximately one in ten) Americans have diabetes. Far from innocuous, this disease leads to more fatalities annually than breast cancer and AIDS combined. Each year in November, organizations across the United States participate in Diabetes Awareness Month and November 14 was designated as World Diabetes Day. Early diagnosis can prevent permanent damage to the body. Understanding who’s at risk and what common symptoms are is crucial to knowing who should get medical assistance.

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RISK FACTORS Type 1 diabetes is primarily a genetic condition whereas Type 2 diabetes is influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. These are

• Increased urination • Frequent thirst • Hunger • Weight loss • Fatigue • Blurry vision • Numbness or tingling in feet or hands • Cuts and bruises that are slow to heal

• Aged 45 or older • Overweight • Sedentary lifestyle • High blood pressure • Abnormal cholesterol and levels of triglycerides • A family member has diabetes • Giving birth to a big baby (9 lbs. or more) or occurrence of gestational diabetes SYMPTOMS Both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are often accompanied by these symptoms:

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Recognizing and treating gestational diabetes Gestational diabetes, also called gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), is a metabolism disruption caused by abnormally high blood sugar levels that can affect any woman during her pregnancy. In gestational diabetes, the blood sugar spike is usually triggered when the placenta releases hormones that interfere with the effects of insulin. Want to learn more? Get the facts about GDM below.

SIGNS While the symptoms of gestational diabetes can vary greatly from woman to woman, these signs are a good indicator that something’s amiss: • Dry mouth • Increased need to urinate

• Unusual fatigue • Headaches • Intense thirst Doctors can diagnose gestational diabetes by administering an oral blood sugar test, which, combined with blood analysis, determines sugar levels in the bloodstream. MANAGEMENT Gestational diabetes does not put your child at a higher risk of developing diabetes later on. However, it does present certain hazards for the mother, which is why a GDM diagnosis should always be taken seriously and managed with care. A healthy lifestyle that combines diet and exercise is usually enough to keep it under control, but medication is sometimes required as well. ERADICATION As long as you can achieve a healthy post-pregnancy weight, your gestational diabetes should go away on its own after you give birth. If you’re overweight, however, getting rid of diabetes isn’t as straightforward. In any case, it’s a good idea to have your blood sugar measured a few weeks after your baby is born to make sure that it’s back to normal levels.

Diabetes in cats and dogs Just like humans, cats and dogs can suffer from diabetes mellitus. Nicknamed the “silent killer,” this chronic disease is caused by a lack of insulin or an inability to use it. Normally, insulin is secreted by the pancreas and delivers glucose from the bloodstream into the body’s cells where it’s then used as energy. But when there’s an insulin deficiency, or the cells in the body are unable to use the insulin it produces, an abnormally high blood sugar level is the result. If left untreated, diabetes mellitus can cause health complications like cataracts, urinary tract infections, seizures and kidney failure. In the very worst cases, it can induce a coma or even lead to death. AT-RISK BREEDS All cats are at risk of suffering from diabetes mellitus, especially as they age. It’s a bit different with dogs. The risk of developing the condition is higher among certain breeds like Maltese, dachshunds,

miniature poodles and Labradors. But whatever the breed, unneutered females, older dogs and those that are obese are among the most regularly affected. SIGNS TO LOOK FOR Early signs of diabetes to watch for in your animal include excessive thirst, increased urination, increased appetite and weight loss. Advanced signs include loss of appetite, lack of energy, depressed attitude and vomiting. If you observe such changes in your animal, consult a veterinarian right away. The quicker a diagnosis can be made (using blood and urine tests), the better the chances of your pet living comfortably with the condition. TREATMENT Diabetes is treated in animals in much the same way as it is in humans: through daily insulin shots, a special diet and moderate but consistent exercise. Diligently following these recommendations and all others given by your veterinarian will help your pet live a healthy, normal life.

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Three common myths about type 2 diabetes November is National Diabetes Month. Currently, approximately one in ten are diagnosed with the disease. Could you be next? While certain members of the population are more at risk for developing diabetes than others, you may be surprised to learn that the disease can strike nearly anyone. Here are three of the most prevalent myths about diabetes. 1. It’s caused by eating too much sugar: while type 2 diabetes is linked to elevated levels of sugar in the blood, a diet high in sugar doesn’t necessarily cause the disease. 2. There will always be symptoms: symptoms of type 2 diabetes include fatigue, intense thirst, blurred vision and frequent urination. However, those with the disease may have no symptoms at all. 3. Only old or overweight people are affected: while age and weight are risk factors for the disease, diabetes can affect anybody, regardless of age or size. Irrespective of your demographic or lifestyle choices, this month, see your doctor to get screened for diabetes. Early diagnosis can ensure that those with the disease live long and healthy lives.

November is NATIONAL DIABETES MONTH What’s the difference between Type 1 and 2 diabetes? Diabetes is an incredibly pervasive disease that affects more than 30 million Americans. Given its prevalence in the United States, and in recognition of November as National Diabetes Month, here’s a look at the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. INSULIN PRODUCTION Insulin is a hormone that enables cells to absorb glucose. People who have Type 1 diabetes can’t produce insulin, a function that normally takes place in the pancreas. Those with Type 2 diabetes either don’t produce sufficient insulin or can’t absorb it effectively. In both cases, a lack of insulin makes it difficult to regulate blood sugar levels. RISK FACTORS There are several factors that increase a person’s risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. These include obesity, high blood pressure and prediabetes. Your ethnic background and a family history of diabetes can also put you at risk. In contrast, Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that researchers suspect is linked to genetics and certain environmental factors. TREATMENT A person with Type 1 diabetes must use an insulin pump or inject the hormone to ensure their body can properly regulate blood sugar. While someone with Type 2 diabetes might also be prescribed insulin, there are other ways to manage the condition. These include eating healthy, exercising regularly, managing stress and maintaining a healthy body weight.

WHAT IS PREDIABETES? Prediabetes is characterized by abnormally high blood sugar levels that aren’t elevated enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. Since prediabetes is asymptomatic, it’s important to speak with your doctor about risk factors and screening tests.

To learn more about this disease, visit diabetes.org.

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Maine Storyteller The halls of justice sometimes move along slowly. Recent stories about the election reminded me of this story from Down East. The incident happened back home over a year ago and it just came up on the court docket this past week. It was a vehicle accident involving our town’s second selectman, Harold Pinkham, and a well to do tourist from Rhode Island. We didn’t know anything about him except that he was a really bad driver – but I can’t even remember his name. Anyway, this fast driving tourist came flying through town in his fancy, foreign car and managed to slam into Harry’s pickup, knocking it clear off the road and into the tall puckerbrush, When the trooper arrived on the scene the tourist said he never even saw the “slow down ahead” sign. The tourist said he never saw anything until he slammed into Harold’s old pickup; and had no idea he was driving down the main street of a small Maine

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in, and took his seat. At that point the lawyer started grilling Harry up one side and back again twice. At one point the city lawyer said: “Just after the accident, you told the trooper – who had arrived at the scene that you were ‘all right.’ And now you say you were seriously injured by my client. “Is that correct? I’d like to know, and I’m sure his honor the judge here would like to know, exactly when did you go from being ‘all right’ to being injured?” At that point Harry came to life and said: “When your client came tearing through town he slammed into my pickup and knocked it clear off the road and into the puckerbrush. I had a cow in the back of my truck – best cow I ever owned – and she went sailing into the puckerbrush.” That’s when a trooper arrived on the scene, he hears my cow wailing and says, “That animal is in misery,” He pulls out his service revolver and shoots my cow dead. Then, with my ears ringing from the gunshot and his gun still smoking, he leans over to me and says, “Now, are you alright?” John McDonald is a Maine storyteller who has written five regional bestselling books about Maine including A Moose and a Lobster walk into a Bar and The Maine Dictionary. Contact him at 207. 240. 8324 or maineauthorjohn.mcdonald@yahoo.com for your next banquet, conference or convention.

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hidden due to insecurity, low self-esteem, or many other reasons, our talents can shine if we feel encouraged. Alternatively, lack of encouragement or being told we can’t do something, or aren’t good enough, leads to a reality of sadness and negativity. Every single person has the ability to make the world a better place by encouraging others to succeed. As Maya Angelou said, “Be a rainbow in someone else’s cloud”. This year has been excruciatingly difficult. We’ve all been faced with many hurdles and the finish line of this year coming to a close is within reach. Let’s celebrate the strength in ourselves and the deep perseverance we have utilized while witnessing and enduring hardship, worry, illness, grief, and pain. By helping each other, we make great strides on our own playing field. We can leap for our dreams and goals with hard work, resilience, and most of all, encouragement. Let’s write our own story. Not a fairy tale, but the best novel on our own bookshelf. I am very happy that our first woman Vice President is Kamala Devi Harris, whose journey and path I find to be very inspirational. Once upon a time, I was born just a few months after her which makes me reflect about my younger, formative years here in Maine in comparison to hers in California. While there are many differences, and I will certainly never become a VP, we both had amazing Moms.

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Slices of Life Moving toward all truths “Oh what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive.” Walter Scott They say the only two things we can count on in life are death and taxes. I’d like to add one more. Deception. We all lie. Not as in a supine position of the couch or bed, but as providing false or incomplete information in order to perpetuate information that is less than truthful. Lies are not inherently bad. Far from it. “Does this make my butt look fat?” is a lie in the making. To respond otherwise would be detrimental to futures — of the asker and the responder. So we tell lies — little white ones. Lately it’s been hard to discern the truth from lies, especially in politics. In this, many are pointing fingers. It feels like everyone is committed to their own truths, while the beliefs of other differing opinions are seen as lies. It feels judgmental and self-righteous on all accounts. Probably because it is. We have a divided country. We had an election that split us down the middle nearly 50-50. And it seems that anyone on side A of the fence can’t fathom how someone on side B of the fence could come to the decisions they did. And vice versa. How did we get here? I believe the answer is deception. This truth (as I believe it to be) brings me great sorrow. People are willing to spread untruths in order to further their own cause. We all know this is wrong. But it is happening all around us, from every side, every which way. You’ve seen it. We’ve all seen it. It has been running rampant like an off-the-rails train going downhill fast. It feels as though we may be doing downhill fast.

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And, no matter which side of the aisle you are on, I believe there is one truth we all should contemplate. You believe your truth to be just that. You’ve lived it. You’ve listened. You’ve gathered facts and you’ve made your decision and it is the right one for you. But, over 70 million voting Americans disagree with that truth. 70 million people can’t be all wrong. Read that again. 70 million people disagree with your truth. Just like your group of more than 70 million disagrees with theirs. Those disagreeing with you can’t be completely blind or indifferent to the facts. The entire 70 million of them can’t be stupid. Like you, they have listened, gathered information and made an educated decision. They see the truth in their set of beliefs. They have a hard time understanding your logic. Much like you feel about theirs. I get it. I’m willing to bet you get it. How does this end? I’m not sure. But I think we all have to stop thinking we are the only group on the right side of right. Further, we can’t expect the “other” side to come over to our way of thinking. That’s not going to happen. The only way to come together is to acknowledge that no one is 100 percent completely right. That just doesn’t happen when it’s 70 million on one side and 70 million on the other. Let’s all get real and face that truth. No one person or set of beliefs caused this situation. But to some extent we all participated. No one

is blameless. To acknowledge this is to acknowledge there is no cut and dried, right or wrong. This is a step toward the truth – and in the right direction. Whether we passed on a meme we thought was funny and spoke to our cause, whether we blocked friends who had opinions differing from ours, whether we wrote or said something judgmental or negative or degrading about those who saw things differently from us. Whether we simply liked posts that agreed with our preconceived notions without fact-checking, we all participated. The majority of us did, at least. That’s the bad news. The good news is we can all participate in the healing. We all need to participate in the healing. And that requires humility and honesty. It requires empathy and attempting with all of our hearts and souls to see things from another’s perspective. This is a colossal opportunity for growth as people and as a country. Let’s look at it that way. We don’t want to live in a nation divided. So let’s make a pledge toward honesty for all of us, and it starts with you and me. This means no more skewing the facts. And especially no more bending the truth, unless it involves telling someone their butt does not look fat in any pair of jeans. Especially if that butt belongs to your spouse. Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright and author. Don’t miss a slice; follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.

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That result signals that Maine citizens want and expect both political parties to be part of decisions that affect their lives. Maine House Democrats still hold a 80-67 majority (4 seats are held by Independents) in a 151 seat House chamber. For my part, I was elected to represent everyone in my House District and essentially, I feel my vote has an effect on all Mainers. When the legislature reconvenes in January, everyone will need to work tirelessly, with an abundance of patience, to address a $1.4 billion dollar revenue shortfall over the next three years. That will be a downright dogged task for us to accomplish within an $8 billion biennial budget. My first priority will be continual attention to our

most vulnerable citizens, who still teeter on the edge of receiving necessary services and the people back home who are struggling from the many negative pandemic impacts. It is unacceptable that people are still struggling with unprocessed unemployment claims and consequently unable to access unemployment benefits that they are entitled to. I am ever mindful of your health and wellbeing during the challenges we are all facing with our beloved seniors, our young families, our students, our essential positions and our law enforcement. Your safety is of critical concern and your stalwart Yankee attitude for adjusting to continuously changing parameters is commendable! As always, I welcome your thoughts, questions and the opportunity to engage and serve you. It is truly an honor to be your State Representative. Sincerely, Sue M. W. Austin Rep. Sue Austin was just reelected to serve her eighth, nonconsecutive term. She represents portions of Gray, Raymond, Casco and all of Frye Island in the Maine House.

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As the days darken earlier, poet Jeri Theriault’s ekphrastic poem, “radiant,” takes us on a luminous tour through a gallery of yellow. About this poem, Jeri offers: “I wrote “radiant” for ArtWord 2018 in response to Dale Chihuly’s “Radiant Persian Pair, 2003” at the Portland Museum of Art. I was drawn to the vibrant color and shape of Chihuly’s twin glass pieces. At the time, I was reading Color: A Natural History of the Palette by Victoria Finlay, and writing about color. I wanted this poem to be a fast-paced riff on yellow, almost a dance.”

radiant after Radiant Persian Pair Dale Chihuly 2003 by Jeri Theriault blossoms swell to globes of swallowed summer goldfinch-flit canola field late oak Crayola my kitchen lit by biscuits & lemons pears in a blue bowl two fiesta creamers one sunflower one daffodil saffron sun-wild when heated gamboge from Cambodian pine resin & pale Indian yellow cured from the urine of mango-fed cows yellower still this black-lipped Persian pair like the earrings Dad might have given Mom once upon a time their brittle swirl even now among the feathers & stones on my dresser tart little wings like her kicked-up yellow skirts

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Jeri Theriault’s collections include Radost, my red (Moon Pie Press) and In the Museum of Surrender (Encircle Publications). Her poems and reviews have appeared journals such as: The American Journal of Poetry, The Rumpus, The Texas Review and The Collagist. A 2019 Maine Literary Award winner, Jeri lives in South Portland, ME. Marcia F. Brown is the author of five books of poetry including In the Afternoon (Moon Pie Press 2019) and the essay collection Well Read, Well Fed ~ A Year of Great Reads and Simple Dishes for Book Groups. She served as Poet Laureate for the City of Portland from 2013-2015 and for the past nine years has co-hosted the Local Buzz Reading Series in Cape Elizabeth.

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