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Winslow Little League Funfestival Was Huge Success
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By Mark Huard On Saturday, June 20, I had the opportunity to stop over to the first ever Winslow Little League end of the season Family Funfestival at the Boston Avenue Sports Complex in Winslow. The festival was to celebrate a great year of baseball and softball by having numerous fun events and some great BBQ food for the children and their families. The event featured many
cool stations at which all the kids could participate, including a Radar GunPitching Station, Coaches Dunk Tank, Cannon Arm Throwing Contest, Jacoby Ellsbury Base Running Competition, T-ball, Big Papi Home Run Derby, a bouncy house and much more. The kids really got a kick out of dunking the coaches in the dunk tank! Coach Jim Poulin (a true inspiration to all) spoke to the young baseball and softball players during the
lunch break. Poulin, 57, has been battling Multiple Sclerosis since 1995. After his retirement from coaching the varsity girls’ basketball team in 2004 and from teaching in 2005, Poulin remains an assistant football and boys’ basketball coach. After 34 years
at Winslow High School, Poulin still asserts that it´s the kids who make him feel alive. Poulin told all the youngsters how awesome it is to play sports and be healthy. Coach Poulin mentioned that the memories gained from sports will last a life-
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League President Richard Hutchinson about some of the charity fundraisers the team worked to help this season. One was the Roberto’s Kids for equipment donaSee Funfestival on page 4
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Twice the Love: 9-year-old Kelsey Courtois of Waterville, Maine recently made her second ‘Locks of Love’ hair donation at Totally Chic on College Avenue in Waterville. Kelsey is will be a fifth grade student this fall at Albert S. Hall School in Waterville. Her parents are Cory Courtois of Benton and Shannon Courtois of Waterville.”
time. “People who play sports are mentally and physically strong. They do not need to take harmful drugs to perform better. They are physically and mentally fit from all their hard work.” I got a chance to speak with the Winslow Little
Three outstanding high school students - Emily Moody, Benjamin Violette, Dong Jin Cho - were awarded the DAR Good Citizen pins and certificates at a recent meeting of the Silence Howard Hayden Chapter DAR at the Weathervane Restaurant in Waterville. Benjamin Violette is from Lawrence High
School in Fairfield; Dong Jin Cho, from Maine Central Institute in Pittsfield, and Emily Moody is from Waterville. DAR Good Citizens are honored for outstanding dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. The selection begins at the local high schools where teachers and counselors
pick three candidates and narrow it down to one. The competing students also complete a questionnaire on school and community activities and write an essay. In central Maine the Silence Howard Hayden Chapter has a presence in the community through Good Citizen awards; History and Flag Essay Contests in the elementary schools, book donations to 3rd graders and to local libraries; volunteers at Togus Veteran Hospital, and more. The Silence Howard Hayden Chapter was organized in 1898 in Waterville. It was named after Silence, who was born and married in Massachusetts. She and her husband, Josiah, moved to Maine after inheriting 18,200 acres near Fort Halifax from her father. They had 8 children, ran a gristmill and sawmill and wrote several political books. DAR is a non-profit,
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non-political organization made up of women of all ages and all walks of life who can prove their lineage to a Patriot during the Revolutionary War. A Patriot is any man or woman of any race or color who assisted in the fight against the British. In addition to soldiers, this includes women who followed the Army to do the cooking and laundry, shopkeepers who gave supplies to the troops, American Indians who served as scouts, and the French who lent their military skills. Are you looking for a way to show your Patriotism? Join us. The objectives of our society are to perpetuate historic preservation; educate to enlighten the public and to promote patriotic endeavors to secure liberty. The Silence Howard Hayden Chapter usually meets on the second Saturday of every month. For more info go to www.geocities.com/shhaydendar/index.html. n
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6th Annual Lunder Scholars Golf Invitational at Thomas ell, Director of Major Giving at Thomas College, is passionate about the cause and feels it is important for business leaders around the state to get involved with the tournament and support the students who may one day become part of their workforce. “Thomas' impact on this community and the state of Maine is tremendous,” Mitchell says. “While 23% of our students now come from outside of Maine, 90% of graduates remain in the state and become part of the work force. In
fact, there are more than 1,500 businesses in Maine employing Thomas College alumni. Thomas is a real engine for economic development in the state.” For more information or to sign up a team, please contact Donna-Jo Mitchell at 207-859-1247 or at mitchelld@thomas.edu. n
Caleb Alexander Crosby lost his battle with an inoperable brain tumor on Saturday, July 4th, 2009, just 6 months after his diagnosis. Caleb, who just turned 8 years old June 28, lived in Winslow with his mom, Amanda; older brothers Jacob (10) and Elijah (9); and Dennis Verrill, Amanda’s fiancé. Through the many donations made from all over the country, Caleb was able to go to Texas and start the treatment that we all so badly wanted for him. He was in Texas for about 4 weeks and returned home. Shortly after his return, he ended up in the hospital with a lung infection. He returned to the hospital a couple more times, the last being July 3, 2009, with pneumonia. He struggled through with the unbreakable spirit only an angel, as he, could do. He never stopped caring about others, never complained that he was trapped in a body that wouldn’t let him do anything. He could barely speak or walk, but he always kept that incessant sense of
missed by everyone! His funeral took place at the Blessed Hope Christian Church, 10 Pleasant St, Waterville, on Sunday, July 12, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. A graveside service followed immediately after at the Chadwick Hill Cemetery in South China. He is survived by his mother, Amanda Crosby; 2 brothers, Jacob Crosby and Elijah Crosby; Dennis Verrill, Amanda’s fiancé; his stepfather, Daniel Crosby; grandmothers, Paula Bailey and Jeanne Small; greatgrandmothers, Lillian Shuman and Julia Small; grandfathers, Richard Bailey, Terry Goodale and Victor Small; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. n
humor! His stepfather Dan and I received a call early Saturday morning stating that Caleb was going to leave us. We took Elijah down to be with his brother and to say good-bye. He was surrounded by family and friends. He was being kept alive by a breathing tube so everyone could say their good-byes and tell him how much he was loved. Shortly after the tube was removed, he passed away with his mom, Amanda; Dennis, Amanda’s fiancé; Paula Bailey, grandmother; Dan Crosby, stepdad; and Dan’s partner Patti by his side. He was surrounded by love and was not alone. Caleb, the brave, loving, caring, unselfish angel, will be sadly
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Central Maine Youth Headed to Cooperstown, NY
Sydney Gagne of Sidney, Bernard Lapierre of Winslow, Juliann Lapierre of Winslow, Nathaniel Lombardi of Winslow, Logan Miranda of Winslow, Jake Lapierre of Winslow, Drew Cater of Winslow, Sara Poirier of Winslow, Devin Pickett of Sidney, Caide McLean of Embden and Cidney McLean of Embden. 1st place winners absent from the photo include Autumn Clifford, Matthew Clark, Alexandru Sasuclark, Sotirious Gudis. (Photo courtesy of Todd Gagne) Members of Huard's Sport Karate Competition Team captured a total of 14
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To Advance “Green Building” on Campus
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tions. The Roberto Clemente family founded Roberto’s Kids to provide underprivileged communities in both North and Central America equipment to allow their kids to play baseball and softball. In addition, Winslow Little League helped support the Susan G. Komen Foundation with its focus on Breast Cancer Awareness. Donations for this were earned from a walkathon and bottle drive the team was involved with. Donations from the Funfest were collected to help the MS Foundation and Central Maine Veterans Memorial located on the Roderick Road in Winslow. Hutchinson truly believes it is very important to support various charities and provide an example for the kids to “give back” and feel the pride of helping others. I am very proud of our league and our Town’s support of these organizations. Hutchinson expressed his appreciation to the sponsors of the festival, Kim’s Garage and Carroll’s Body Shop. Winslow Little League also thanks all the team and league sponsors for their support during the 2009 season. There were 30 team sponsors and 27 other league sponsors. n
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A Larger Pool of Wellness
The Pond, located in Sidney, Maine, is a retreat from head to toe. The healthy oasis was opened almost ten years ago by Pat Berger, a Licensed Massage Therapist and yoga instructor. Pat introduces a total wellness
who have been associates of Pat’s for 10 years: a second massage practitioner, Lee Brandwein, and Jean Hair, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. They have also expanded to include a beautiful and serene loca-
plan that goes beyond the hands-on practice of massage. A visit to the location is a joy for the senses with rooms full of soothing decor, sweet smells of fresh flowers, the gentle sounds of a water fountain, and warm smiles to greet you. The Pond has recently expanded to include two like-minded professionals
tion upon Messalonskee Lake. This lakefront house, an easy five minute walk across the street, can be used for massage appointment, retreats, yoga classes, and more. With advance notice you may also enjoy an organic lunch with a massage at the lake. The additional location is ideal for a summertime mas-
sage, available inside the house, upon the screened-in porch, outdoors in a shaded area or on the dock. With this new partnership, Lee and Pat can now offer the option of couples massage at the lake house or at The Pond’s original location overlooking the lush labyrinth garden. Both Pat and Lee offer a wide range of massage techniques, including deep tissue, neuromuscular, and Psoas work (the keystone of a well-balanced organized body) They also include breath work and both specialize in the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage. The Arvigo Techniques are founded on the ancient Maya technique of abdominal massage, which is an external, non-invasive manipulation that repositions internal organs that have shifted, which cause the restriction of blood flow, lymph, nerve and chi (energy). This practice incorporates massage, anatomy and physiology, herbology, nutrition, and emotional and spiritual healing for a holistic approach to health care. Pat is a faculty member of the Arvigo Technique, one of only 32 faculty members in the world and the only one in Maine. Lee has recently become a practitioner of the Arvigo technique and is one of less than two dozen men practicing the technique worldwide. A self-care retreat, where
own healing. She treats depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. Jean seeks to find the connection between the body and mind to aid in healing and help people connect with their path. Another piece of the total wellness pie is a line of whole-food supplements called Juice Plus+. These products provide the much needed nutrients that are missing from most people’s diets, especially here in Maine. A wellness presentation on the benefits of Juice Plus+ is being offered at The Pond on Wednesday July 29th at 6:30 p.m.. Additionally, a presentation and discussion will be held at the Senator Inn in Augusta on Tuesday August 4th beginning at 6 p.m.. This free presentation will feature Deborah Hacket, MD speaking on the healing power of foods and Jay Lee Brandwein, Pat Berger, and Jean Hair welcome you Martin, President and CEO of NSA, speaking on the to their pool of wellness. Juice Plus+ products. The Pond is continuone learns how to heal with individuals, couples, ally growing and always themselves with the Maya and families for therapy seeking new links in the Massage technique, is be- sessions. She is trained in mind, body, spirit connecing offered at The Pond a level two Eye Movement tion. The Pond is located at the weekend of July 31st - Desensitization and Repro- 1783 Pond Road in Sidney August 2nd. Space is still cessing (EMDR), which with the second location at available for this class. treats Post Traumatic Stress 48 Azalea Lane. For more The addition of Jean Hair Disorder. Jean specializes information or to schedule to The Pond brings a total in dreamwork, using peo- an appointment, please call package of wellness that ple’s own dreams to help Pat 465-9288 or visit their includes counseling and them make decisions and website: www.thepondrd. dreamwork. Jean works find the direction for their com launching soon. n
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Colby's 188th Commencement Centers on Education in Afghanistan Greg Mortenson, coauthor of the bestseller Three Cups of Tea, and senior class speaker Qiamuddin Amiry of Kabul, Afghanistan, cofounder of the Afghan Scholars Initiative, emphasized the role of education in solving global problems when they spoke at Colby College's 188th commencement Sunday, May 24. Five-hundred nine members of Colby's Class of 2009 received diplomas from President William D. Adams as thousands watched on the Miller Library lawn. In the years since his failed attempt to climb K2 led him to discover his mission, Mortenson has created approximately 80 schools, mostly for girls, through the nonprofit he cofounded, the Central Asia Institute. He encouraged graduates to make the most of failures. In Afghanistan, he said, "There's a very beautiful Persian proverb that says, 'When it is dark, you can see the stars.' And I think that's a good thing to hold onto." The Taliban, Mortenson said, has destroyed more than 800 schools in Afghanistan and Pakistan in the last two years, mostly those for girls. "So, why do a group of men want to bomb a girls' school and not a boys' school? Because, I think, their greatest fear-it's not a bullet, but it's a pen,” he said. Mortenson quoted the Islamic hadith: “The ink of a scholar is holier than the blood of a martyr." The good news, Mortenson said, is that since 2000 the number of children being educated in Afghanistan has grown from 800,000 to 7.6 million-"the greatest increase in school enrollment in any country in modern history," he said. “That's the candle, that's the light of hope for a country like Afghanistan.” In stressing the need for hope as Colby students set out to make a difference in the world, Mortenson recounted a disagreement with his publisher about the subtitle of his book. Attempting to make it newsworthy, the publisher argued for Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Fight Terrorism . . . One School at a Time. Mortenson was opposed, advocating for One Man's Mission to Create Peace . . . One School at a Time. "Fighting terrorism is based in fear," he said, "but promoting peace is based in hope. And the real enemy, whether it's
in the U.S. or Afghanistan or in Africa, the real enemy is ignorance, and it's ignorance that breeds hatred." The publisher agreed with Mortenson's condition that if the hardcover edition did not sell well the subtitle could change for the paperback version. "So the hardcover came out, it didn't do very well, and they changed the subtitle to One Man's Mission to Promote Peace . . . One School at a Time two years ago, and it's been a New York Times bestseller ever since," he said. Student-elected speaker Qiamuddin Amiry '09 gained perspective through the struggles early in his life, he said, including civil war in Afghanistan and later the Taliban regime. "During the civil war, survival became the numberone objective of life," he said. Later, at the United World College in Hong Kong and then at Colby, Amiry was able to look beyond survival and toward helping for others. "It was here that I had the chance to see that it is merely a different environment, different people that I had the good fortune to interact with, and different sources from which I took inspiration," he said, "that made the difference between a young suicide bomber from Kabul and the young man standing before you today." "I believe that the environment in which we grow up, and the people that we encounter in life, shape our character and mold our dreams." He translated a Persian saying: "Melons gain color from the other melons around them and they ripen together. You, Class of 2009, have colored and shaped me-and one another-in ways that will alter the rest of our lives." "As his highness the Aga Khan reminds us: 'There are those who enter the world in such poverty that they are deprived of both the means and the motivation to improve their lot. Unless these unfortunates can be touched with the spark, which ignites the spirit of individual enterprise and determination, they will only sink back into renewed apathy, degradation and despair. It is for us, who are more fortunate, to provide that spark.' "There is no doubt that we are the fortunate ones," Amiry said. "The question is, can we provide the
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scheduled to be demolished. To get away from everyday life, Carl tries to fulfill his late wife’s dream of exploring the wilds of Venezuela in South America. So he decided to tie up his house with thousands of colorful helium balloons and float away. But then he found out that he has a stowaway, a young boy scout named Russell (voiced by newcomer Jordan Nagai) who wants to win a ‘help an elderly person’ badge at his survival camp. Soon after landing in the jungle, the two come across a strange looking bird that Russell names Kevin because it likes the boy’s chocolate bar. What the two didn’t know is that a legendary explorer named Charles Muntz is after that bird with the help of his hi-tech blimp and his large pack of hunting dogs with collars that can enable them
to speak the human language. But Carl and Russell soon found an unlikely ally in one of the dogs named Dug (played by the film’s co-director Bob Peterson), who is more interested in a loving master, and maybe chasing a squirrel. As anyone can expect, Pixar once again succeeds with this film, because it’s funny, heartwarming, and also full of action. However, some of this film tends to get emotional like when we get to see the marriage of Carl and his late wife at the beginning of the film from their friendship to her death. These moments seem to drag a bit, but it doesn’t deter from the entertainment value of the film. Kids and adults will enjoy this film even with their 3D glasses. I don’t want to give away too much detail about this film, because I know a lot of people will find the time they need to see it and enjoy it. It’s one of those can’t-miss films you have to see with a lot of people
Movie Review: Up in a packed theater. To conclude, Pixar continues their winning streak with Up. If you’re a big Pixar fan or just love CG-animated films in general, you can’t miss this film. However, I can also tell you that make sure you arrive to your local theater before the previews start because there is more fun to behold before the film actually begins. First you have an assortment of previews which includes a special 3D teaser for next year’s Toy Story 3. Tom Hanks and Tim Allen return and even though there’s no known synopsis at this time, it’s easy to look forward to another adventure with Woody, Buzz, and the whole gang. Then you have a hilarious short film entitled Partly Cloudy about a stork that makes hysterical deliveries from a small cloud. Without a doubt, Pixar makes the best CG-animated features and short films in their 25year history. Rating: 3.5 Stars (Out of Four) n
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The Consolidated Firefighters of Waterville has been selected to host the 48th Maine State Federation of Firefighters Convention the weekend of September 9th through the 11th, 2011. The Consolidated Firefighters of Waterville elected to host the convention in order to help raise money for the charities that they support every year. At this time, the Waterville Fire Department is conducting different events throughout the next two years to raise money so they can run the convention. They are looking to find any Fire/EMS, Police, Schools, Business, or Civilian organizations that would help with placing a bowling team in the “Waterville Fire Bowl for Charities Tournament” being held at the Sparetime Recreation Center in Waterville on September 20, 2009. This event is being held to help support those who try each year to raise money for their great causes. It gets harder each year to raise money, and the Waterville Fire Department feels that this event could help them in a special way. They are in hope O ECOGENICS O
Waterville in March is worn-looking. Piles of rotting snow and thick shoals of road sand line the streets. The bright, slanting light is misleading; when a cloud crosses the sun you feel a shadowy chill pulling you back into winter. But step inside the old Christian Science church, a red brick gem tucked away on School Street, moments from downtown. It has come back to life as a yoga studio. School Street Studio is the outward manifestation of a friendship between Susan Golden and Jeri Wilson, yoga teachers and long-time friends who each have a vibrant pool of yoga students in the area. “Susan had seen the space a year or so ago, and began dropping hints, but my “Aha” moment came when she pointed out that though yoga is fundamentally noncompetitive, having two similar studios in a small town could get awkward,” says Wilson. She and Golden had initially wanted to rent a space, to see how viable the business might be, but the old church was hard to ignore. “When I brought Jeri to see it for the first time, I didn’t want the realtor to see how excited she was!” laughs Golden. The two say the whole process has been so easy that they feel constantly reassured that they’re doing the right thing. “We have the same standards, the same sense of authenticity,” says Golden.
that the tournament will bring in 48 teams, with the top 3 teams winning prize money that will go to their favorite charity or group organization and the top 5 organizations will receive a trophy. The department is in hopes for a successful event so they can continue this fundraiser yearly. The Consolidated Fire Fighters of Waterville would like to thank you for any support your organization could do for the Charities, 2011 Fire Fighters Convention and the cel-
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Salads used to always come before the entrée. Made mostly with greens and vegetables such as lettuce, spinach, cucumbers, celery, tomato and olives, they were dressed with vinaigrette made with mustard oil and vinegar, some with a touch of honey. In Europe, they served salad at the end of the meal, with a wedge of cheese. The Waldorf-Astoria hotel was well known for their Waldorf salad, made with celery, walnuts, and apples with a sweet dressing. Then there are the picnic salads made with potatoes, eggs and onions. The Caesar salad is made of romaine lettuce and a dressYoga, from page 8
es, a mix of antiques and more modern pieces, feel carefully chosen. “We’ve agreed on everything, and by that I mean we’ve felt really comfortable being honest with each other, and so this space is really a reflection of ‘us’,” Wilson smiles. My girls skate across the gleaming hardwood studio floor in stocking feet, twirling into the arms of the airy room. There is space downstairs for massage therapy, and for practitioners of holistic medicine. “We want this building to be a place for people in this community to learn about healthy choices, meditation, yoga, mind-body connections, Aruveydic medicine, which is why we’re calling it “School Street Studio, not just School Street Yoga,” the women say. Golden adds, “We don’t want to host anything here that we wouldn’t want to do ourselves.” They also hope to bring in nationallyand internationally known
ing made with raw eggs. The chef salad is a luncheon special made with chicken, ham or boiled eggs. In 1971 the salad bar became popular in moderately priced restaurants. The bar had a little of everything – fresh vegetables, fruits, even pasta salads or nuts. When I think of salads, I think of summer and picnics and of the Fourth of July. As kids we looked forward to building a fire in the big outdoor fireplace and just as soon as it was dark, we had fireworks. There was always homemade root beer and watermelon. Back then watermelon was only available in the middle of summer. Now it can be found year-round in most supermarkets. RUSSIAN DRESSING ½ Cup Mayonnaise ¼ Cup Relish teachers for workshops, which could draw students from all over New England. “It’s exciting that this is happening right here in Waterville, especially in this economy,” Wilson notes. The friends are riding a wave of interest in yoga that has skyrocketed in the last few years. Golden: “I think people are wanting to reconnect with themselves, to get in touch with what’s really important. Yoga is a path to being able to do that.” Initially, School Street Yoga will offer seven 75-minute classes each week, a “Fundamentals of Yoga” for beginners, multilevel classes, and two challenging Vinyasa flow sessions. Future offerings may include yoga for people with physical limitations, children’s yoga, and classes specifically for men. “We’re open to what this community wants and needs,” Wilson says. Classes began the first week of May. For more information, visit schoolstreetstudio.com. n
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sent to the liver to be processed. The liver takes the fat and makes cholesterol bundles, which contain fat, cholesterol and some proteins. We call these lipo-
liver produces the majority of the cholesterol in our bodies from the foods that we eat. Fat from the food that we eat is digested and
proteins. The job of these lipoproteins is to transport fat to different areas of the body. There are three different types of lipoproteins. VLDL (very low density lipoproteins) LDL (low density lipoproteins) and HDL (high density lipoproteins). The VLDL starts the process by carrying the bundles out of the liver through the blood vessels. After the VLDL unloads most of its fat, it turns into LDL and continues to travel through the vessels. LDL is referred to as the bad cholesterol because they are stubborn and lazy and tend to lie down on the job and cling to the vessel walls, narrowing these blood vessels. Narrow blood vessels lead to increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. The HDL’s job is to corral these LDL and give them a lift back to the liver to be repackaged for proper distribution. As in any manufacturing production process, you want to decrease your low performers (LDL) and keep or increase your high performers (HDLs). So what is the perfect amount of good performers? Desirable numbers for total cholesterol is less than 200. Desirable numbers for HDL is above 40 for men and above 50 for women. Desirable numbers for LDL is less then 100. The most effective way to lower or improve cholesterol is through the foods that we eat. By choosing less fatty foods, eating more fiber, eating more complex carbohydrates, drinking less alcohol and decreasing the amount of sugars in our diet, the average individual can lower his or her cholesterol. It’s also very important to get more cardiovascular/aerobic activity such as walking, running, biking, or anything that makes you increase your heart rate by 50-70% for at least 20-30 minutes, 4-5 times a week. In other words, exercising in a way that makes you huff and puff, i.e., get a little winded and sweaty while still being able to able to talk. For more detailed tips and suggestions on an individual meal plan to control your cholesterol ask your physician to refer you to a registered dietitian. Live Long, Live Well Jodi R. Cornelio Personal Trainer, Nutritionist n
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Loving the Challenge
Bill Van Tassel
Jeff Blair of Turner became fascinated with pinball machines when he was eight years old. While his family was popping up their camper around New England and Canada, young Jeff began frequenting the campground arcades. As his knowledge of the classic table layouts increased with playing time, so did his skills with the flippers and subtle shakes needed to keep a ball in play. The classic pinball machine uses three stainless steel balls, although expert players can often earn enough extra balls during a game to stay behind a machine for over an hour. Blair, who is now fortyfour, no longer has to visit an arcade to play or practice since he has seven machines of his own. He has left his mark in several arcades from Windham to Weirs
Beach in New Hampshire. When the Dream Machine was at the Auburn Mall, the teenage Blair got his name and high scores into several machines there, as well as his name on an honorary plaque. Little did he realize that as an adult he would be playing with gamers from England, Holland, Israel and other nations. Jeff is a small business owner who, though he competes only occasionally, loves the challenge of going for the high scores. His understanding that there is always an element of chance in pinball helps keep frustration at bay. However, Blair’s regular practice decreases this chance element proportionately as his meticulous skills improve. Jeff has become one of the top three or four classic pinball players in New England. One of his best friends from Windham, Mike Haycock “Ace”, was the champion whom Jeff unseated in 2008. Facing about 70 players, the two Mainers battled for 3 days
Jeff Blair, businessman from Turner, stands at the controls of a Stern pinball machine called “Nine Ball”. “Nine Ball” is one of 6 classic (‘70s & ‘80s) pinball machines Blair has in his basement. He also has one arcade video game with track ball and firing buttons called “Missile Command” that he has just about mastered. Blair keeps track of his better scores during his practice sessons on the various machines. (Photo by Bill Van Tassel) (30 hours) at the Funspot Arcade in Weirs Beach, New Hampshire. Playing on six machines, Jeff finished on top with the highest scores on three of the classic pinball machines.
Blair doesn’t put much time into the newer, digitized and ramped machines, although there is one classic video game from early ‘80s that has captured his interest-Missile Command. At
the Funspot competition he had an opportunity to meet the best Missile Command player in the world, Tony Temple from England. With one year of practice on the game, Blair was able to score 1,910,750, placing him just behind Temple. He was at the game for one hour and fifteen minutes. The score beat a record on the game’s regular track ball setting that had stood for 27 years. This reporter played a classic pinball game called Paragon (by Bally) with Blair during our interview. I scored 17,400. Jeff tallied over 800,000. This is actually a very low score for him as he has scored over 3 million points. The record of 3.4, million, gives Blair another goal to aim toward with this machine. He takes the challenge seriously, although he will tell you if playing these machines weren’t fun, he wouldn’t
do it. He had, in fact, taken about a fifteen-year layoff from playing, before renewing his part-time passion about six years ago. Blair has a few goals he’d still like to achieve. He’d like to get the officials at the Guiness Book of World Records to recognize his score on Missile Command with the track ball setting he used. He continues to work toward getting the highest scores on Paragon and Twin Galaxies in an officially recognized setting. He would also like to keep his passion for pinball playing ‘fun’. Most of the world’s best players likely stress the ‘fun’ aspect, as the prize money for winning a local competition might be about $500. World Champions, however, can earn much more in international competitions sponsored by the major pinball machine manufacturers. n
Saulter Dental Hygiene Center In January of this year, Linda Saulter opened her own independent Dental Hygiene Center in Waterville. The center is amongst the first of its kind in the state of Maine. Last year, Maine became the second state in the nation to allow the unsupervised
practice of dental hygiene. This law not only allows Dental Hygienists the opportunity to open their own practice, but it also allows patients better access to dental care. Linda Saulter, a Maine native and resident of Waterville, has been prac-
ticing in the state for 24 years. Her office provides dental cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, and oral inspections. Linda, an independent practice dental hygienist, can also refer patients in need of additional care to a dentist. Linda’s goal is to help people who are under or uninsured receive the dental coverage that they need. She does not yet take dental insurance but does keep her rates very affordable with the mission of serving the general public’s dental needs. She also stresses that family dental care is important and works with many families to provide affordable care. “Maine is full of traditions. Losing your teeth doesn’t need to be one of them.” Linda teaches that good health starts in your
mouth. Taking care of your teeth and gums will aid you in having better health throughout your body. She believes in teaching these lessons at an early age and advocates for early prevention through routine cleanings. Saulter Dental Hygiene Center is conveniently located at 81 Western Avenue in Waterville. Linda shares the office space with her husband Jay Saulter’s chiropractic practice, MidMaine Chiropractic. The Waterville locale is also ideal for those people visiting from out of state who have established dentists and are looking to maintain their cleanings for the summer months. Call the office for more information or to schedule your appointment. 8618080. n 1ST ANNUAL
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Block Party Helps Homeless and Teens
A community Block Party was held in Waterville in the Concourse on June 24th sponsored by Element3 church of Fairfield. It was a free event - 100% of all donations benefited the Homeless Shelter and Teen Center of Waterville. $5000.00 was raised! One of the raffles at the party was for a 1998 Dodge Dakota Truck that was in really good condition. Allison Lapierre of Winslow bought some raffle tickets and won. The truck was delivered to the Lapierre family in Winslow. Sam Lapierre, Ryan Gagne (Element 3 communications minister), Juliann Lapierre, Allison Lapierre (Truck Winner), and Jake Lapierre. (Photo courtesy of Mark Huard)
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Youth Baseball Action at Mini Fenway Park in Oakland
Winslow Minors little league softball girls. Madison Roy, Riley Pooler, and Cassie Demers stop for a photo at a recent game at Mini Fenway in Oakland. (Submitted by Mark Huard)
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Ben Smith pitches at Mini Fenway Park in Oakland during a recent game in June.
The Winslow 4th of July events kicked off on Saturday June 27 with the Miss Winslow 4th of July Pageant at the Winslow Junior High School. All the girls who entered did a wonderful job. Below are the winners from the pageant. Little Miss- Kaia Trask from Oakland; Miss Pre-Teen – Olivia Patterson from Benton; Miss Teen – Kiersten Morissette of Winslow; Miss 4th of July – Julie Bradford of Waterville (Photo courtesy of Mark Huard/ Central Maine Photography)
Dylan Hutchinson, age 10, of Winslow pitches while playing ball at a recent game at Mini Fenway Park in Oakland. “Playing at Mini Fenway is great because everyone talks about it before the game is played and I like to picture myself actually playing at the real Fenway during the game!”
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New England Patriots Featured at Youth Football Camp
The Healthy Geezer By Fred Cicetti
by Mark Huard The Central Maine Youth Football Camp/Clinic at the Alfond Youth Center field from June 26 to June 28 was a huge success with over 125 participants from all over Central Maine. Camp director Whitney Draper was pleased with the turnout and the weather cooperated enough to hold all events outside. The youth camp featured players from the New England Patriots. One of the instructors was Ray “Sugar Bear” Hamilton, who played defensive tackle for the New England Patriots from 1973 to 1981. Hamilton is now currently the defensive line coach for the Atlanta Falcons. Other special guest players included Vince Redd and Eric Alexander, both linebackers for the New England Patriots. Alexander said, “I really enjoy working with the kids at the camp each year. They truly love football and it shows!” All three players were amazing with the football youngsters, and it was a weekend of excitement, learning, action, and lots of autograph signing. Friday began with introductions to the camp and some drills to warm up. The weather started a little showery but turned out just
Local youngsters get autographs from linebacker Eric Alexander. (Photos by Mark Huard/ Central Maine Photography)
fine. You could see the excitement in the children’s eyes when the players arrived for the weekend. Saturday was a great day of football training, drills and loads of fun. There was even a cookout for all
to meet and mingle with the superstars of NFL football. Redd shared, “It’s always great to be able to teach children. I really See Pats Camp on page 20
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Q. I have to have cataract surgery and I’m a little frightened. Should I be? I don’t know anyone who isn’t a little frightened by surgery of any kind, but cataract removal is one of the safest and most effective types of surgery. It’s also one of the most common operations performed in the United States. About 9 out of 10 people who have the surgery have improved vision. A cataract is a clouding of the lens, the clear part of the eye that helps focus images like the lens in a camera. Cataracts can blur images and discolor them. Most cataracts are related to aging. By age 80, more than half of all Americans either have a cataract or have had cataract surgery. There are other causes of cataracts such as diabetes, eye injury, radiation and surgery for other eye problems. Cataracts tend to worsen
gradually. The clear lens slowly changes to a yellowish/brownish color, adding a brownish tint to vision. If you have advanced lens discoloration, you may not be able to identify blues and purples. The most common symptoms of a cataract are: blurred images, faded colors, glare, poor night vision, double vision, and frequent prescription changes in your eyeglasses or contact lenses. If you have any of these symptoms, see your doctor, because they can be signs of other eye problems. The symptoms of early cataract may be improved with new eyeglasses, brighter lighting, antiglare sunglasses, or magnifying lenses. If these measures do not help, surgery is the only effective treatment. The surgeon removes the cloudy lens and replaces it with a plastic lens. Like every other kind of surgery, there are risks to cataract surgery such as infection and bleeding. Serious infection can diminish vision. Cataract surgery slightly increases your risk of retinal detachment, a serious condition that demands emergency treatment to prevent permanent impairment or even blindness. The retina
is a light-sensitive membrane lining the inner eyeball; it is connected to the brain by the optic nerve. The operation usually lasts less than one hour and is almost painless. After the operation, a patch may be placed over the eye. Most people who have cataract surgery can go home the same day. In most cases, healing will be complete within eight weeks. What can you do about cataracts? Wearing sunglasses and a hat with a brim to block ultraviolet sunlight may help delay cataract. If you smoke, stop. Researchers also believe good nutrition can help reduce the risk of age-related cataract. They recommend eating green leafy vegetables, fruit, and other foods with antioxidants. If you are 60 or older, you should have a comprehensive dilated eye exam at least once every two years. In addition to cataract, your eyecare professional can check for signs of age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, and other vision disorders. Early treatment for many eye diseases may save your sight. If you have a question, please write to fred@ healthygeezer.com. n
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Smiley-Semidey Exchange Vows Rosemary Semidey and her husband Jack of Connecticut and George and Sonia Smiley of Maine are pleased to announce that on June 6, 2009, their children, Lisa Ann Semidey and Daniel Luke Smiley were wedded in holy matrimony. The two had a small formal ceremony at Trebor Mansion in Guilford, Maine. Lisa is also the daughter of the late Dr. P.S. Semidey. The two will reside with two cats and a dog at their home in Jay, Maine and hope to be blessed with children soon. Lisa is a licensed real estate appraiser with 15 years experience throughout the northeast and a BA from St. Johns University and Dan is the General Manager/Sales Manager of Turner Publishing, Inc. which produces this publication. They also own Smiley Laundry in Jay, Maine. n
Troop Greeter Documentary Garners National Recognition
The Way We Get By is being screened in the Washington, The Way We Get By is being screened in the Washington, DC area, and DC residents with ties to Maine are proudly encouraging others to see the moving film....it's no wonder, it has been garnering award after award. The Way We Get By, which will be released in theaters this summer, is a story of three elderly Mainers whose lives have been transformed by the community they have created greeting troops at the Bangor International Airport. “The Way We Get By is a moving and important film that encourages us to reflect upon the common bonds of mission and service that span generations,” stated William S. Cohen, former Secretary of Defense and native Mainer. “It is a reminder that as our young men and women fight two wars overseas far from friends and family, there are many at home doing their part to keep our communities connected to those who serve in uniform.” Cohen, whose hometown is Bangor, said that during his years in public service in Maine, he met many people like Bill, Jerry, and Joan; quiet, unassuming patriots who serve without any thought of recognition - just like those in uniform who are honored in The Way We Get By. Washington-based alumni clubs from UMaine, Colby, Bates and Bowdoin
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three senior citizens in Bangor; the film takes the viewer on an intimate journey through Bill, Joan, and Jerry's battles with mounting debt, failing health, the loss of loved ones, and their own impending mortality. Through it all, these three unsung heroes find the strength to continue by dedicating their lives to greeting nearly one million American soldiers at the Bangor International Airport. The story of these exemplary Mainers has been praised by the National Council on Aging as a film that “shows how passion, a mission, and a sense of purpose can transform the life of an older person,” and proof that volunteerism can significantly impact an entire community. Since its completion, The Way We Get By has touched the lives of thousands across the country. From war veterans to elderly volunteers, the film has provided hope and inspiration to everyday citizens during this time of economic turmoil. The film was made in association with American Documentary, Inc/POV, ITVS, Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), WGBH, and Maine Public Broadcasting Network (MPBN). Fiscal sponsors are Documentary Educational Resources and International Documentary Association. The Way We Get By was part of the 20072008 WGBH Filmmakers in Residence program. n
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A grand mal seizure at about age two was the first frightening clue that Lindsay Carr had a serious medical problem. Lindsay, who just graduated from Lewiston High School, is the youngest of Bob and Dianna Carr’s three daughters. A military family (Navy-20 years) the Nichols Street household has had their share of health crises. With four generations of breast cancer in Dianna’s family, mom had to deal with that herself in 2004/05, and continues to suffer from fibromyalgia. Dad is currently dealing with severe back pain and imminent surgery. The military doctors in Maryland diagnosed young Lindsay with a rare birth defect known as Arnold Chiari Malformation – Type I. The defect caused her to have severe cranio-cervical instability. In simple terminology, the base of Lindsay’s skull and brainstem are not properly anchored on the top of her backbone; in addition, the opening of the skull is larger than normal and an abnormally tethered spinal cord was also in the mix. Though their diagnosis was correct, the doctors didn’t know much about Chiari. The family was told that there would likely not be any serious
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trouble from the defect until Lindsay’s late teens or early twenties. So mom and dad did not try to overprotect their daughter by restricting her from physical activity. The Carrs had discovered, as have many families dealing with rare medical conditions, it was hard to find a doctor who had more information about this unique condition. So, for a number of years while Lindsay was growing through her school years, she was doing some very physical things like cheerleading. As the family’s understanding of Chiari increased they agreed to begin limiting, and in many cases stopping, Lindsay’s physical activity. They learned that a sudden jolt to her head or neck from a tug-of-war game could turn very serious. Lindsay has never ridden a bicycle because of the difficulties she can have with balance. She will never ride a roller coaster or any amusement that might jar her spinal column. The Carrs are grateful for seeing an article in the local newspaper a couple years ago about another Lewiston girl, Nicole Buck, with Chiari Malformation. Upon meeting the Bucks, they learned of The Chiari Institute in New York. Since that time there have been several trips to the Institute and a great deal more knowledge and direction given to the Carrs. Above and beyond all
Going with the Flow
Lindsay Carr (in chair) is surrounded by her parents and fellow graduates at Lewiston High School’s graduation on June 6. Lindsay’s best friend, Delila Dickey (center), wheeled her to the Colisee stage where Lindsay arose and walked to receive her diploma. Behind from L to R: Dianna Carr, Caitlin Walton, Delila Dickey, Stephene Waterman and Bob Carr. (Photo by Bill Van Tassel)
the new information and help they’ve received over the last few years, the family will readily testify that their strong Christian faith is what has sustained them. The Carrs are active members of the Kennebec Community Church in Augusta where “…we love the unlovely…” and work and evangelize in the Capitol community. Lindsay states, “You can’t separate my faith from what I’ve gone through.” She made this assertion clear in a couple of her senior papers at LHS. “I want to be a walking Bible for others to read,” she added. Her oldest sister had started a student-led Bible study at LHS about ten years ago. Lindsay is also a very active member of the Mason-affiliated Rainbow
Girls. Lindsay missed about three-fourths of her senior year at Lewiston but managed to complete the required work and credits through tutors. She has been an honor roll student but admits to being the world’s worst procrastinator. It has been a rough year with her Chiari acting up and having more surgery in April. She went to New York to have another spinal decompression and cranio-cervical fusion. “I have my moments and days when I’m hurting or stressed and have to just cry, but I’m doing better day by day. I find it best to just go with the flow.” She did make her goal of graduating. She was wheel chaired into the Colisee by best friend Delila Dickey,
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and rub my back until I fell asleep.” This past year (2008) when Chiari complications with sleeping, blurred vision, swallowing and mental focus hit hard, she really had to lean on her family and her faith. Bob Carr and Lindsay share a favorite song by Steven Curtis Chapman entitled Cinderella. The lyrics of the refrain testify to Bob’s love for his daughter: So I will dance with Cinderella While she is here in my arms ‘Cause I know something the prince never knew Oh, I will dance with Cinderella I don’t want to miss even one song ‘Cause all too soon the clock will strike midnight And she’ll be gone... Lindsay Carr is planning to attend St. Joseph’s College in Standish this fall. Considering her ongoing health challenges, she and the family agree this was a sensible choice. Just far enough from home to ‘feel like you’re away at college’, but close enough to family and physicians familiar with her case. Not surprisingly, she will be aiming for a degree in the medical field, Nursing or possibly Neonatology or Neurology in the future. n
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The Waterville Purple Panther Girls Captured the State Class B Track and Field State Champion Title on June 6, 2009. (Photo submitted by Mark Huard)
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