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INDEX Calendar.............................. 5 Movie Review....................... 6 V. Paul Reynolds.................. 6 Classifieds........................... 12
FEATURE ARTICLES Don’t ignore fainting symptoms............................ 4 Cassadaga: A town with real spirit..................................... 4 5 things to look for when selecting a lawn service......... 9 Turner Veterinary Service welcomes home a familiar face....................... 10
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TURNER — The Leavitt Area High School nordic boys, nordic girls and alpine girls ski teams recently received the 2019 Maine Principals Association Class A sportsmanship banners. Voted on by coaches the sportsmanship banner represents respect and a positive attitude for all in the sport. The nordic team is coached by Dustin Williamson; the alpine team is coached by Eric Guilmet. Located in Turner, Leavitt’s students are from Turner, Leeds and Greene. Top, from left, Ava Petrin, Ava Gagnon, Emily Gerencer, Ellery MacGregor, Chelsea Freda, Marta Riva, Jessica Lynch, Abigayle Lavoie, Morghan Dutil, Courtney Cabral, Jaidyn Negley, Alex Hawksley and Tamra Benson. Additional photos on page 2.
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THE HEALTHY GEEZER
Don’t ignore fainting symptoms
By Fred Cicetti Q. Do older people faint more than younger people? A. Yes. When you pass 70 years, you double the chances of fainting. And the odds triple after 80. Fainting is common. About one in three people faint at least once in a lifetime. Syncope is the medical word for fainting or a temporary — a few seconds — loss of consciousness. Fainting happens when
your brain isn’t getting enough oxygen from your blood supply. Syncope is often foreshadowed by premonitory symptoms that include nausea, feeling lightheaded and irregular heartbeats. [Personal note: I have what doctors call “presyncope.” My knees buckle and I get very close to passing out but never quite make it. This happens only when I see my own blood in clear bag or syringe. I’ve been kicked out of blood banks.] Syncope is a symptom, not a medical condition. Syncope can be an indicator of a serious problem, so it should not be taken lightly. If you have a fainting spell, get checked out by a
doctor. It’s sometimes difficult to diagnose syncope in seniors because there can be multiple causes. Here’s a typical fainting scenario: You stand up. There’s blood in the legs that has to be redistributed so there’s enough going to your brain. Your nervous system starts sending rapid signals to the heart and blood vessels to correct the imbalance. Older people’s bodies simply don’t respond as well as they used to; they tend to faint more often because of their reduced capacity. In another common syncope scenario, you feel faint after a meal because blood has poured into your digestive system. There are many caus-
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es for fainting. Some are benign; some aren’t. The causes include abnormalities of the blood, brain, arteries and veins, heart, medications and low blood pressure. Passing out can be the only symptom of heart attack in older people. Low blood pressure is commonly caused by drugs for high blood pressure, surgical medications, anti-anxiety agents, diuretics, heart medicines, antidepressants, narcotic painkillers and alcohol. Other causes of low blood pressure include dehydration, heart failure, heart arrhythmias, shock from infection, stroke, severe allergic reaction, major trauma, heart attack and advanced diabetes.
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Neurologic, which is caused by seizure or stroke. Treatment for syncope depends upon the cause. Treatment may include diet changes, support garments to improve circulation, changing medications, avoiding situations that cause syncope, rising slowly from a sitting or lying position, and installing devices to control your heart rate. Fred Cicetti, self-described as a first-class geezer, has been writing about health issues for more years than he’d like admit. His “The Healthy Geezer” column is devoted to the health questions of “lovable and quirky seniors.”
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Even after extensive testing, the cause of syncope is not found in almost half of the cases. There are names for categories of syncope. These include: Vasovagal, the common variety, which happens when blood pressure drops suddenly; Situational, a form of vasovagal syncope that is triggered by events such as anxiety, hunger, pain, coughing, wearing a tight collar or urinating; Postural, which occurs when the blood pressure drops suddenly because you got up too fast; Cardiac, which strikes when heart or blood-vessel problems interfere with blood flow;
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let staff know if you are interested in joining the discussion and need a copy of the book. For questions or for more information about any of these events, call the library at 207-897-3631. Activities calendar are available at the circulation desk. Library members are able to log into their own account and access the 3M Cloud Library through the online catalog at https://treat.biblionix.com/atoz/catalog/ While there, click on “See what’s hot” for a list of all new items. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter (@ TreatMemLibrary).
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MARCH March 16 — Mahoosuc Land Trust workshop on saving birds, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Valentine Farm Conservation Center, 162 North Road, Bethel, 207824-3806. March 16 — The Skowhegan High School Class of 1963 will meet at Wentworth's Restaurant for breakfast, 9 a.m. All class members are welcome. For more information, call 207-858-0946. March 16 — Grandparent and Grandchild Day, part of Youth Art Month, 1-2:30 p.m. Common Street Arts. Hathaway Creative Center, 10 Water St., Waterville, www.commonstreetarts. org. March 16 — Carter's Cross Country Ski Center fatbike demo, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Intervale Road, Bethel, 207-824-3880. March 16 — Author Greg Westrich slideshow "Top Ten Maine Hikes," 4:30 p.m. Carrabassett Valley Public Library and Community Center. March 16 — Annual Back To School Backpack Program St.Patrick's Daythemed dance fundraiser; doors open at 6:30 p.m., dancing from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m., Augusta Elks Lodge #964, 334 Civic Center Drive, Augusta. March 17 — Forum on the Future “Poverty in Maine: How Can We Help?” 2 to 4 p.m., UMA Jewett Auditorium, 46 University Drive, Augusta, 207-621-3551. March 19 — Mt. Blue Area Garden Club meeting open to the public, 12:30 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 612 Farmington Falls Road, Farmington. March 20 — MidMaine Chamber Business After Hours event Wednesday, free,open to the public, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Snow Pond Center for the Arts, 8 Goldenrod Road, Sidney, 207-873-3315. March 20 — Kennebec Historical Society presents "Our Point of View — Fourteen Years at a Maine Lighthouse," 6:30 p.m., free, open to the public, Maine State Library, 230
State St., Augusta, 207622-7718. March 20 — Board Game Day, hosted by Friends Advocating for Vassalboro’s Older Residents, 10-11:30 a.m., at the town office, Vassalboro, 207-8722826. March 21 — "Speaking and Listening: The Art of Dialogue" writers workshop, 4-6 p.m., Waterville Public Library, 75 Elm St., free, registration at https:// speaking-and-listencing. eventbrite.com. March 22 — Fill the Plate breakfast to benefit Meals on Wheels of Seniors Plus, 7-9 a.m. Hilton Garden Inn Riverwatch, Auburn. Tickets at seniorsplus.org or 207-795-4010. March 23 — Art Yoga for Kids, part of Youth Art Month, 10-11 a.m. Common Street Arts. Hathaway Creative Center, 10 Water St., Waterville, www.commonstreetarts. org. March 23 — United Methodist Church bean supper, 5 p.m., 439 Park Ave., Auburn, 207-7823972. March 24, 25 — Auditionsfor CLT production of "Five Women Wearing the Same Dress," 6 p.m., Great Falls Performing Arts Center, 30 Academy St., Auburn, 207783-0958. March 25 — "Un Jour, Une Histoire: Simone Veil, l'instict de vie," Gendron Franco Center French Film series, 6:30 p.m., free and oepn to public, 46 Cedar St., Lewiston, FrancoCenter.org, 207783-1585. March 25-27 — MSAD 52 pre-k, kindergarten informational meetings, all 6 p.m.: Turner Primary School, March 25, 207225-1030; Greene Central School, March 26, 207946-5681; Leeds Central School, March 27, 207524-5151. Parents in any of the three towns can attend any of the meetings. March 26 — Lakes Region Forum talk by Michael Miclon, about 'Vaudeville in Maine,' 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., King Event Room, Bailey Public
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Library, 39 Bowdoin St., Winthrop, 207-377-8673 March 26 — ArtsFarmington Youth Concert, 7 p.m., Nordica Auditorium in Merrill Hall, UMF, admission by donation, 207-778-9437. March 29 — Maine Chapter of American Mothers spaghetti supper and silent auction fundraiser to help defray costs of convention expenses for Lina Michaud, Maine's nominee for Mother of the Year, Le Calumet Club, 334 West River Road, Augusta; social hour 5 to 6 p.m., dinner 6 to 7:30 p.m., music by Archie & Dave 7:30 to 10 p.m., 207-4857100 or 207-622-3469. March 30 — Leavitt Area High School Project Graduation annual auction, preview 9 a.m., auction 10 a.m. Donate items, or storage space, addison. bonnie@gmail.com, michelle@stonegunshop. com. March 30 — Childrens author Kevin Hawkes 10 a.m., Turner Public Library.
MONTHLY MEETINGS AUBURN: Androscoggin County Republican Committee, second Thursday every month, Auburn City Hall. 207-576-9096. BRUNSWICK: The Brunswick Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesday of each month 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 8 Venture Ave. Conference room on the left of the Maine Technology Institute building. Members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills. https://2156. toastmastersclubs.org SKOWHEGAN: The Skowhegan Sportsman’s Club meets 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month, 857 East River Road, Skowhegan, 207-649-1238.
OTISFIELD: Sewing/Craft group, 1-3:30 p.m. Wednesday except third Wednesday, East Otisfield Free Baptist Church, 231 Rayville Road, free, 207-461-1995, dobleverrill@gmail.com. Community Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. third Wednesday, Community Hall, 292 Oxford Road, 207-539-4368. Friday Walking Group, 9 a.m., Community Hall, carpools to site, email jimandmoe@gmail.com to get on list. Contra dances, 6:30-9 p.m., fourt Saturday of month, Facebook Otisfield Contra Dance, 207-5393072. OXFORD: Oxford Hills Business After Hours, first Thursday of the month, 5:30 to 7 p.m., venue changes, 207743-2281. Anderson Staples American Legion, 169 King St., Oxford, meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of the month; all veterans welcome, 207595-4200. LAKES REGION: Substance Abuse Coalition, second Thursday of the month, 4:30 tp 6 p.m., Bridgton Municipal Complex, Iredale Street, 207-803-9987. AUGUSTA: Kennebec Beekeepers Association, 6:30-8:30 p.m., second Thursday of the month, Viles Arboretum, 153 Hospital St. mainebeekeepers.org/ kennebec-beekeepers. Augusta Age Friendly Committee knitting group, 10 a.m.-noon Mondays, Buker Community Center,
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any or all, comment on Facebook, 105 Main St., 207-946-5544, www. morse.lib.me.us. SABATTUS: Sabattus Rec Club Running Program, weekly 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Mixer’s parking lot, Sabattus Road, all ages/abiities,running@ sabattusrec.com, Sabattus Rec Club Running Program Facebook. CANCELLATIONS None listed. POSTPONEMENTS None listed. Publish your event for $1 a word. Call 207-225-2076 for prepayment options. Events for the Maine News Calendar should be received two weeks before the event in order to be considered for publication. Please refer to our deadline chart at this link for specific publication deadlines: http:// www.centralmainetoday. com/pdf/Deadlines. pdf/. Email your event information to mainenews@ turnerpublishing.net and include: Date of event; name of event; time of event; venue location; town; contact phone number. Late submissions may not be published. Emailed events are processed faster.
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NORTH TURNER – The North Turner Union Presbyterian Church will host its annual Mud Supper from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 6, at the GAR Hall, 29 North Leeds Road. NTUPC’s annual Mud Supper features all things brown such as these foods: chocolate, shepherd’s pie, chili, mac ‘n cheese
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MOVIE REVIEW/FEATURE ARTICLE
‘Fighting with My Family’
Lucas Allen (MGM/WWE Studios) Some people may be turned off by wrestling that is basically “sports theater,” with pro athletes pretending to kill each other for entertainment. But the new movie “Fighting with My Family” should help non-fans open up to the ins and outs
of the rigorous experience that it takes to get to the top. Besides being written and directed by character actor Stephen Merchant, it’s also produced by WWE superstar and blockbuster actor Dwayne Johnson, The Rock, who also appears as himself. Growing up in Norwich, England, Sara (Florence Pugh) and her brother Zak (Jack Lowden), became part of a wrestling family with their parents Ricky (Nick Frost) and Julia (Lena Heady), who are also promoters. Their big dream is to make it to the WWE alongside all the other legends of the sport. Opportunity soon comes knocking when Sara and Zak are called in to au-
dition to become part of a new lineup. But afterwards, Sara is the only one chosen of the lot and has to leave behind Zak and her parents for training. Upon arriving in Miami and now named Paige, she quickly finds the regimen under the coaching of Jake Roberts (Vince Vaughn) much more demanding than she anticipated. Worse for her, she doesn’t fit in with the other prettier and bodacious female wrestlers she had to train with. Back home, Zak finds himself unable to cope with rejection, and it’s affecting his personal life. It soon leads to family drama that threatens their dreams. The best way to describe
this movie is a uniquely odd amalgamation of British comedy and biographical sports drama. It’s like if Monty Python wanted to make a Rocky-type movie without losing some of their famous brand of humor. Yet Merchant managed to create a likable movie where the comedy and drama work well together without causing any bad tonal shift. Thanks to the charm of its British setting along with some of their characters, it makes a very appealing choice for fans of both genres. This movie isn’t apologetic about using certain sports drama clichés while telling the true story of Paige’s rise to glory. It in-
cludes her many struggles with training before an eventual climatic fight in the ring. However, the main character’s likability and her family’s hilarious moments help make it feel refreshing without treading on mediocrity. No matter if you already know how it all goes down or not, you’ll be left cheering through the end. Both Frost and Headey easily steal the movie giving such natural performances being given the right moments to shine. Pugh does a fine job portraying her character as a humble yet determined young wrestler. Lowden is basically playing a “wet blanket” character meant to move the drama along, which can get grating
for some viewers. Vaughn is surprisingly great in a serious role that doesn’t include his unfunny shtick, while Johnson has a good extended cameo. “Fighting with My Family” brings the right attitude and right amount of heart for its audiences. It’s likable enough that you can watch it once and feel good about yourself for the rest of the day. If it doesn’t make you want to watch wrestling, then nothing will. THE MOVIE’S RATING: PG-13 (for crude and sexual material, language throughout, some violence and drug content). THE CRITIC’S RATING: 3.25 Stars (Out of Four)
Electric snow machines heating up the trail V. Paul Reynolds Let’s face it. Snowsledding through the Maine wilderness is not everyone’s cup of tea. The machines are noisy, and according to snowmobile writer Rod Fraser, “A two stroke driven snowmobile
emits more pollution than a car.” Technologically, though, modern gas-powered snow machines have a come a long way since my first SkiDoo, a smoke-puffing, rattling 12-horse power “one lunger.” The new ones are relatively quieter, cleaner running and far more reliable when it comes to cold weather operation, and they go like the wind, which can be a mixed blessing. In the early days of Maine snowsledding, a fatality on the trail was a rarity. Sadly, not so today. In fact, the rate
of death and injury taking place on our snowmobile trails is tragic if not scandalous. The deadly combination of speed, alcohol and bad judgment is killing and maiming too many in a recreational sport that is supposed to be fun and relaxing. If the winter trail statistics continue unabated look for some kind of societal intervention, whether it be in the form of regulatory legislation or vastly heightened law enforcement. Meantime, the march of technology is likely to alter
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($15,000) is close to what the higher end new sleds are going for,” writes Fraser. According to Fraser, Taiga engineers every system to precisely balanced performance, weight, cost and reliability for the most demanding power sport applications. The electric snowsleds are lightweight — under 500 pounds — and come with integrated GPS. Taiga Motors says that it will be delivering a line of snowmobiles to meet the needs of all riders. The obvious question is “How far can this electric snowsled travel on a charge?” This would be my first concern if I were snowsledding far off the beaten path with no access to electricity for a recharge. According to Fraser, though, the Taiga can go from zero to 60 mph in three seconds and has a range of 60 miles of trail riding on a charge. That’s pretty good! A full recharge takes about two hours of plug in time. An 80 percent recharge takes
20 minutes. No question, this breakthrough in snowmobile engineering is worth watching. It’s likely to change the snowsled market overnight, but it will fill a niche. As Fraser notes, the pollution free aspect of the taiga may open the market to a new group of environmentally conscious people who never cared for the noise and the blue smoke in their winter wilderness experience. Whatever your take, you must admit the idea of a silent sledding experience through the Maine woods after a fresh snowfall has an allure. The author is editor of the Northwoods Sporting Journal. He is also a Maine guide and host of a weekly radio program, “Maine Outdoors,” heard Sundays at 7 p.m. on The Voice of Maine News-Talk Network. He has authored three books; online purchase information is available at www.maineoutdoorpublications.
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TOURNAMENT PRE-LIM GAME
Spruce Mtn. teams end good seasons
RSU 16 Adult Education announces upcoming learning opportunities MECHANIC FALLS — RSU 16, encompassing the communities of Minot, Mechanic Falls and Poland, will be offering a number of adult education classes beginning at various times in April. Included in those are babysitter certification, boating safety, buying or selling a home, computers and wills and estate planning, among others.
For a full listing and description of classes, including start and end dates and cost per class, visit http:// mechanicfalls.maineadulted.org, call 207-345-3217, mail P.O. Box 129, Mechanic Falls ME 04256, or in person at 129 Elm St. Also offered are career exploration, college preparation, computer classes, diploma classes and HiSET testing.
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Spruce Mountain junior Jaycee Cole (center white) never fears attacking down a crowded lane. Here she gets greeted by an umbrella of arms from the Maranacook Bears. The preliminary tournament game Feb. 14 went to the Bears 34-21. Cole had 9 points in the loss with teammate Calley Baker getting 8 points.
Sophomore Abbie Ortiz in some action for the Spruce Mountain varsity during a Feb. 14 State Tourney preliminary game against Maranacook High School. The Lady Phoenix lost the low-scoring contest to the Bears 34-21, finishing their 2018-19 season with 7 wins and 9 losses. The boys team had a great season (record: 11-4) and made it to the tournament quarterfinals where they lost to Gray-New Gloucester.
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TRAVEL WITH VICTOR BLOCK
Cassadaga: A town with real spirit
By Victor Block Travel Writer As my wife Fyllis, our friend Kathy, and I contemplated visiting a tiny town in Florida, the choices were both varied and intriguing. Did we prefer joining a healing meditation circle or seeking spiritual counseling? Would we opt for a séance or class in ancient wisdom teachings? This is how planning for a trip to the Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp went. Adding to the appeal was the ironic fact that this destination, focused upon life after death and communicating with those who have entered that realm, is near Walt Disney World, with its wealth of fantasy-land, man-made attractions. Cassadaga was founded by George Colby, a medium, who claimed his “spirit guide” Seneca advised him to establish a spiritual center in Florida. Colby pur-
chased land and, in 1894, incorporated the Southern Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp Meeting Association. The camp — actually a neighborhood-sized community — sits in the lowlands characteristic of central Florida. Many of its approximately 75 residents are spiritualists of one kind or another. The bookstore and welcome center is the logical place to begin a visit. Its selection of books explores topics ranging from spiritualism and metaphysics to meditation and ghosts. Crystal balls and candles share shelf space with incense, Tibetan singing bowls and fairy statues. This is where people choose their activities and make arrangements. The names and telephone numbers of certified mediums and healers on duty each day are listed on a board. While Fyllis and Kathy headed for sessions with a
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“Certified Medium, Healer and Teacher,” I met with the Rev. Doctor Louis Gates, who is pastor of Colby Memorial Temple. I wanted to learn about spiritualism, and he was a treasure-trove of knowledge. Gates is very affable and down-to-earth which, I concluded, are perfect traits for one who serves as both a pastor and a medium/ healer/teacher. Based upon his description of Spiritualism as a combination of
religion, philosophy and, among its disciples, science, I found I can relate to a number of its precepts. It is very welcoming, uplifting and supportive, and the overall message is one of love and hope. I understood the principle that people are responsible for themselves and control their own destiny, but that comes with a bit of potential downside. “Spiritualism is a tough religion,” the Gates explained, “because there’s no one else to blame if things go wrong.” While I was receiving an overview of Spiritualism, Fyllis and Kathy participated in a session with a practitioner. Fyllis came away impressed with a number of the woman’s comments. “I see you traveling a lot for work” fit well with my wife’s role as a travel writer. “You like the outdoor and open space” was in keeping with the her love for hiking through woods.
Among other observations were that I am a photographer (I take pictures to illustrate travel stories.), Fyllis’s daughter Ariane “has a good head on her shoulders” (she does) and that Fyllis has something to do with relics (which, I hope, referred to our recent visit to Greek and Roman archaeological sites during a trip to Sicily, rather than to me). On the other hand, some remarks seemed less relevant. For example, Fyllis has no present plans to be in the Pacific Northwest, speak before a large group of people or write a book. After our talking and listening sessions, we strolled around town which, given Cassadaga’s compact size, didn’t take long. The walking tour pamphlet led us to Seneca Park, which is named for George Colby’s spirit guide; a healing area and Fairy Trail Park where, we read, Nature Spirits
“only show themselves to those who believe.” We ended our visit at the Cassadaga Hotel for a snack and look-see. Even there, in the midst of its Victorian setting, guests may arrange for a psychic reading, séance and other services in keeping with the overall purpose of the town. That overriding goal, I concluded, is one with which both believers and any doubters can relate. For example, I suspect many people agree with the inspirational saying on a sign in the hotel: “Forgiveness lifts heaviness from the burdened heart.” On the other hand, skeptics might have less faith in another nearby pronouncement, which reads: “I believe in fairies. I do, I do, I do.” Those who consign themselves to that category of visitor may take heart in the assurance that Cassadaga welcomes “not only believers, but the curious and skeptical as well.”
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Church offering tour of building opened 150 years ago
MSAD 52 adult education classes
TURNER — While the days are getting longer, if you are looking to get out of the house after a long winter, the MSAD 52 Adult & Community Education will be offering a variety of classes for the month of March. Topics include career skills, resume and interview
preparation, artistic paint nights, pet portraits, outdoor hiking and baseball clinics. One may register for any of these classes at www. msad52.maineadulted.org; call 207-225-1010 for more information, costs associated with the classes or to register.
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Court Street Baptist Church as it appeared in the 19th century. AUBURN — Just as the City of Auburn is celebrating its 150th anniversary, a local church building has been a prominent part of the city’s skyline for 150 years. The Court Street Baptist Church, founded in 1859, conducted its first service in its new building at 129 Court St. Jan. 24,
1869. This was just one month before the Maine Legislature granted the charter to the city on Feb. 22. In celebration of these birthdays, the church will serve as an official cake site sponsored by the city Friday, Feb. 22. As a bonus, the church is offering
tours of the facility from 3 to 5 p.m. Church members wereserving cake and punch. Local historians Doug Hodgkin and Annette Dorey provided informal stories on the church’s history, the stained glass windows, and the Hook organ. Organist Kathy Ha-
ley played a few selections to demonstrate the organ’s features. Those attending also were able to view the newly refurbished education wing. The original structure is a familiar piece of Auburn’s landscape. Only the education wing is a 20th-century addition.
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Pet Talk with Turner Veterinary Service Turner Veterinary Service welcomes home a familiar face By Rhonda Baillargeon LVT Turner Veterinary Service will be welcoming a new doctor with a familiar face to the office in March. Claire Morissette Girardin will be joining the staff and seeing patients with veterinarians Nancy Derocher, Christine Gerardi and Erin Barker. Morissette grew up in Auburn and dreamed of becoming a veterinarian.
Claire Morissette Girardin After receiving a bachelor’s degree in animal sci-
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ence from the University of Maine, she later grad-
uated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. Returning to the area and treating pets for 18 years at Central Maine Veterinary Hospital in Turner, she transferred to Topsham Animal Wellness Center when CMVH closed suddenly. We are pleased to report she will be returning to Turner once again. She enjoys being a veterinarian and excels in both medicine and surgery. Her compassion, dedication and knowledge will be an asset to our clients, and she will love their fur babies as her own. Mor-
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her family, preferably outdoors, and especially at a beach. We invite everyone to welcome her back by calling to schedule an appointment.
’Bigs’ will host Bowl for Kids’ Sake at Yankee Lanes April 26 BRUNSWICK — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bath/Brunswick has opened registration for its biggest fundraising event of the year in support of youth mentoring programs, Bowl for Kids’ Sake, Friday and Saturday, April 26 and 27, at Yankee Lanes. The Bath/Brunswick area event engages more than 600 community members. Participants can reg-
ister teams of four (or five) and raise donations to support local mentoring programs in Brunswick, Harpswell, and the communities of Sagadahoc County. Title sponsors for the event include Dead River Company and Remax Riverside. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bath/ Brunswick’s mission is to “provide children facing adversity with strong and
enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.” The organization partners with parents/guardians, volunteers, schools, organizations and businesses in support of at-risk youth. For more information or to register, visit www. bbbsbathbrunswick.org or call 207-729-7736.
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MSAD/RSU 52 scholarship applications available locally, online TURNER — Applications for the Bonney, Kilgore, Edgecomb-Knight, Christia Young and Carl Prince funds are currently available at Leavitt Area High School, 21 Matthews Way, and the Turner Town Office on
Route 117. Forms for the Edgecomb-Knight, Young and Prince funds are also available at the Greene and Leeds town offices. In addition, all five forms are available for downloading on the Leavitt Area High School website, under
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returning to school. Approximately 50 awards are made annually. The Kilgore is awarded each year to one Leavitt graduating senior who must also be a Turner resident. The Edgecomb-Knight award is made to one Leavitt grad-
uate per year, with no residency requirement. The Christia Young Fund is open to Leavitt graduating seniors who have attended all four years at Leavitt. The Carl Prince Fund is awarded to a graduating senior from Leavitt Area
High School. The deadline for applications is July 15, 2019. Questions may be directed to the Leavitt Area Guidance Office 207-2255267, Mary Briggs 207225-3724 or Kelly Angell 207-754-0185.
Catholic Charities Maine is Seeking On-Call Homemakers Are you looking for a way to impact the lives of others? We have flexible positions providing in-home assistance to seniors and adults with disabilities. Just a few hours of care and assistance with needs like errands, groceries, meal prep, laundry and light housekeeping can make a big difference in the life of an isolated individual. Please submit your cover letter and resume (indicating the position title) via our website (www.ccmaine.org) or email (hroffice@ccmaine.org), fax (207.523.2789), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104. View all current job opportunities on our website: ccmaine.org/employment
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STUDENT NEWS
Monmouth Academy announces first semester honor roll
MONMOUTH — Monmouth Academy announced its first semester honor roll for the 2018-2019 academic year. Those named to the honor roll are:
SENIORS Summa cum laude: Benjamin Brooks, Kayla Brooks, Kaeti Butterfield, Joao Campos, Abby Ferland, Trevor Flana-
gan, Mariah Herr, Emily Kaplan, Luke Martin, Matt O’Connell, Spencer Richardson, McKenzie Stevens, Grace Therriault, Anna VanValkenburgh. Magna cum laude: Olivia Caron, Jessica Clavet, Kyle Gunnells, Jillian Harris, Haylee Langlois, Elizabeth Mason. Cum laude: Corey Armstrong, Brianna Bentley, Breeanna Cameron, Zachary Crocker, Carlos Garcia,
Lydiah Madore.
JUNIORS Summa cum laude: Libby Clement, Amber Currie, Jordyn Gowell, Natalie Grandahl, Elyse Homer, Campbell Houston, Kaitlin Hunt, Thomas Neal, Alexis Trott, Edmund Zuis. Magna cum laude: McKenzie Boucher, Katherine Harris, Gabriel Martin.
Cum laude: Caitlin Cram, Ciera Dennis, Audrey Fletcher, Samantha Hickman, Rowan Larrabee.
Dolan, Emma Johnson, Sophie Jones, Stella Libby, Hayden Luce, Jared Martin, Madison Sharples, Mya Sirois, Grace Vierling. Cum laude: Autumn Blundon, Kylie Brown, Joseph Crocker, Danielle Dulac, Alex Fox, Erin Gosselin, Joseph Guimond, Timothy Lewis, Christopher O’Connell, Brooke Rooney, Colton Smith, Benjamin Story, Taylor Whalen.
SOPHOMORES Summa cum laude: Alicen Burnham, Chloe Dwinal, Abby Flanagan, Delaney Houston, Jason Kulinski, Rhayna Poulin, Lydia Roy. Magna cum laude: Jocelyn Coffin, Michael
FRESHMEN Summa cum laude: Alexa Allen. Magna cum laude: Averi Beaudoin, Dalton Delorme, Crystal Frandsen. Cum laude: Haley Atwood, Lillian Bell, Madison Clough, Megan Ham, Benjamin Hamann, Mara Poulin, Lily Turcotte, Jacob Umberhind, Jada Wood.
Tripp Middle School annouces first trimester honor roll TURNER — Tripp Middle School has annouced its honor roll for the first trimester of the 2018-19 school year.
Named to the honor roll are: 7th GRADE: Caden Adams, Alexis Barkman, Lindsay Bates, Emma Beedy, Logan Berube, Brendan Bickford, Nola Boutaugh, Jada Boutin, Noah Brisson, Sydney Bullard, Olivia Cameron, Noah Carpenter, Logan Chaput, Owen Chateauvert, Wyatt Clark, Tave Cloutier; Sierra Colby, Linnea Cooper, Seth Crowe, An-
drew Davis, Samantha Deblois, Caitlyn Deschenes, Olivia Donaldson, Hailee Doyon, Olivia Doyon, Gibson Dozois, Trey Duplissis, Gabriel Durazo, Jamison Ellis, Ella Fenderson, Emma Fogg, Hannah Gauthier, Kayla Gauthier, Kilee Gibbert; Troy Girard, Luke Gladu, Marcella Gnipp, Brayden Greenlaw, Lillian Guiggey, Tristan Harrington, Keagan Hawksley, Mason Higgins, Gavin Holbrook, Cole Johanson, Nora Judd, Annabelle Keller, Madelyn Keneborus, Nora Knowlton, Cameron Lebel, Kaydence
North Monmouth student named to WNEU president’s list SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Ashley P. DeBlois, of North Monmouth, Maine, was named to the president’s list at Western New England University for the fall 2018 semester.
DeBlois is working toward a bachelor of science in criminal justice degree. Students are named to the president’s list for achieving a semester grade point average of 3.80 or higher.
Leonard, Fya Link; Abigail Martson, Hayley McCormick, Oliver Misiura, Reagan Mollica, Luke Morey, Lyla Morris, Brianna Nason, Jace Negley, Logan Norton, Emily Poland, Abraham Purington, Kyle Reed, Matthew Rementer, Mallory Rethlake, Ashlee Robert, Theodore Robillard, Elian Rodriguez; Mia Rodriguez, Reid Sibley, Kayla Smith, Savannah Spelman, Kylee Spugnardi, Zoe Stadler, Annabella Sturvevant, Noah Tardiff, Colten Taylor, Madyson Therriault,
Brett Coburn, Jamin Collins, Abigail Connelly, Amaya Cooper, Haley Cote, Emma Couturier, Connor Decoster, Ava Demerchant, Ryleigh Entrott, Lucas Gagne, Austin Gates, Ethan Gatti, Garrett Gaudin, Coburn Getty, Parker Gilbert, Grace Gonyea, Nola Goodwin, Matthew Gortner, Mia Hornberger;
8th GRADE: Jarrett Albert, Emily Allen, Lily Anctil, Logan Arsenault, Cierra Barker, Brandon Beaulieu, Alia Bell, Nathaniel Bell, Brenden Biker, Jalee Boucher, Derrick Brousseau, Dayton Calder, Ty Cameron, Emma Caouette, Lily Chabot, Alexia Chaloux, Abigail Chaput, Nathaniel Clifford;
Adam Howe, Charlie Johannes, Libby Labonte, Skyla Lapointe, Willow Lausier, Abigail Lazarou, Jospeh Lemieux, Logan Levesque, Aidan Lind,
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Devon Poisson of Monmouth, Maine, was named to the dean’s list at Rochester Institute of Technology for the 2018 fall semester.
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Forum will focus on poverty in Maine AUGUSTA — The University of Maine at Augusta College of Arts and Science and the UMA Senior College will present, as part of its Forum on the Future series, a panel discussion titled “Poverty in Maine: How Can We Help?” at Jewett Hall, UMA’s Augusta campus, 46 University Drive, Sunday, March 17. (If necessary, snow date will be March 31.) The forum is free and open to the public. The panel discussion will begin at 2 p.m. with
a refreshment break, followed by a question and answer period until 4 p.m. UMASC Forums on the Future are intended to be presentations of information and ideas, and not a debate. This presentation seeks to provide attendees with insight into problems faced by those living in poverty, as well as a better understanding of the programs that support individuals to attain independence, and how the public can support these programs. Speakers will
include: Karen Wyman, Education and Legal Advocacy Coordinator for the nonprofit Maine Equal Justice Program, focusing upon many issues affecting people’s daily lives. As part of an organization comprised of leading experts in the state on federal and state policies for Maine’s anti-poverty programs Wyman will speak about the functions of her program as well as how the public can offer support. Cheryl Golek, one of the
founders of the Vicarage by the Sea, a long-term alternative care home for those who have dementia. A dementia care specialist with a certificate in social gerontology, Golek is a bold political advocate. Her early life was marked by poverty, and this informs her understanding of the economic realities Mainers face and a desire to find real solutions to poverty. She is a member of MEJP’s Circle, a project of Maine Equal Justice supporting Mainers, who
have experienced poverty, to develop leadership and advocacy skills. Susan Emmerling is a family servicescoordinator with Head Start in Maine, where she has been employed for 40 years and brings a wealth of experience from that program. She works with families of all ages (including grandparents raising grandchildren) helping them find appropriate resources according to the family’s own goals, linking them to health care options and
even providing transportation at times to appointments, such as doctors and dentists. Penny Higgins, Ed.D, R.N., will moderate the forum. Her past experience in nursing education includes working with both patients and students from communities with diverse characteristics. For more information about UMASC and its other activities, call 207-6213551 or email at umasc@ maine.edu or visit https:// www.umasc.org/.
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’Fill the Plate’ breakfast will benefit Meals on Wheels March 22 LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus, the designated Agency on Aging for Western Maine, will hold a Fill the Plate breakfast to benefit its Meals on Wheels nutrition program, Friday, March 22, from 7 to 9 a.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn Riverwatch in Auburn. The breakfast will honor U.S. Senator Susan Collins with the Ikaria Award. Tickets are $20 per person ($25 at the door) and are available at www. seniorsplus.org or by calling 207-795-4010. Seating is limited, and advance registration is recommended. Proceeds will benefit Meals on Wheels of Androscoggin, Oxford and Franklin counties. Collins will be the keynote speaker in addition to receiving the 2019 Ikaria Award, which honors an individual in the community for singular and outstanding contributions toward improving the lives of older adults. In her remarks, Senator Collins will offer personal and professional
recollections of her experiences engaging with older adults and how these interactions drive her work. There is always the possibility that the Senate schedule will change and Senator Collins would need to remain in Washington, DC, for votes but she is scheduled to attend the Breakfast on March 22. “Senator Collins has worked hard to improve the lives of Maine’s older adults,” said Betsy Sawyer-Manter, president and CEO of SeniorsPlus. “We are thrilled to honor her years of dedication and hard work with the Ikaria Award.” As the chairwoman of the Senate Aging Committee, Collins has made it a priority to stop fraud and financial exploitation targeting seniors; lower the soaring cost of prescription drugs; improve retirement security; promote policies that allow seniors to remain in their own homes if they wish to do so; and increase
funding for biomedical research for diseases and illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer’s. For the last five consecutive years, Collins has ranked as the most bipartisan member of the U.S. Senate. Known for her Maine work ethic, Senator Collins has never missed a roll call vote, casting more
than 6,800. Ikaria is a Greek island in the Aegean Sea. It is considered one of the world’s five “Blue Zones” – places where an estimated one in three members of the population regularly lives an active life into their 90s. The Fill the Plate Breakfast is presented in conjunction with March for Meals, a national campaign of the
Meals on Wheels Association of America. Last year, SeniorsPlus delivered more than 100,000 meals to almost 800 homebound older adults and adults with disabilities in Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties through its Meals on Wheels program. Almost 700 volunteers donate more than 25,000 hours to the program annually. Each meal provides one-third of the recommended daily allowance of nutrition, a safety check, and a visit to these vulnerable adults. The majority of the consumers of Meals on Wheels are lower income or on fixed income. “Meals on Wheels can often determine a person’s ability to remain at home,” added Sawyer-Manter. The overall program goal of SeniorsPlus is to assist older adults and adults with disabilities in the tri-county area to remain at home safely for as long as possible. The overwhelming ma-
jority of older adults (greater than 95% in an AARP survey) wish to remain at home until they die. The Meals on Wheels program provides nourishment, socialization and regular safety checks. The mission of SeniorsPlus is “to enrich the lives of seniors and adults with disabilities.” SeniorsPlus believes in supporting the independence, dignity, and quality of life of those it serves. Established in 1972, SeniorsPlus covers Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties and serves more than 17,000 individuals annually. The agency focuses on older adults, adults with disabilities, and families and offers a network of support, including information and assistance, short-term care management, Medicare counseling, caregiver support and respite, health and wellness education, Options Counseling, and Meals on Wheels and social dining.
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Auditions announced for CLT Student Senate leaders at Central Maine Community College production of ‘Five Women Wearing the Same Dress’ AUBURN — Auditions have been announced for Lewiston/Auburn Community Little Theatre’s upcoming production of Alan Ball’s hilarious comedy “Five Women Wearing the Same Dress.” The open auditions will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday, March 24, and Monday, March 25, at the Great Falls Performing Arts Center, 30 Academy St. The theater will present the show June 7 through 16. Jackie McDonald will direct, assisted by Renee Davis and produced by Cody Watson. In this production, five very different bridesmaids find themselves hiding together in an upstairs bedroom, hoping to escape the wedding reception of a bride that — they soon realize — none of them re-
ally like! In this cramped bedroom above the wedding, these five identically dressed women talk, laugh, argue, cry, console one another and slowly become friends.
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The production team is looking for a variety of ages and looks. For more information, visit L/A CLT’s website at www.laclt.com or its Facebook page, contact by phone at 207-783-0958, or email.
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These four officers are leading the Student Senate at Central Maine Community College in Auburn during a busy and activity-filled year. From left, William Bishop, president; Derek Kuusela, vice president; Brink Beaulieu, treasurer; and Casay Mohamed, secretary. The senate is the governing body for all student activities and the official student voice on campus. Senators are elected by the student body and are responsible for allocating funds received from activity fees paid by students.
Farmington March 26 Youth Concert features musicians from the region FARMINGTON —ArtsFarmington will present a Youth Concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, in Nordica Auditorium in Merrill Hall at the University of Maine at Farmington. The concert will feature talented young musicians from the Farmington and Jay and Livermore Falls areas. Admission will be by donation.
From the Farmington area will be Chelsea Seabold, violin; Moriah and Bridget Reusch, viola and bass; Rachel Spear, guitar/voice; Ryan Haszko, piano; Caitlin Zamboni, voice; Hope Chernesky, violin; Ian Berry, percussion; Zack Gunther, violin; and Clayton McCarthy, guitar. From Jay/Livermore Falls are Myles and Madeline
Labonte, trombone and french horn; Samuel and Abrahm Geissinger, french horn and trumpet; and Hallie Pike, clarinet. Accompanying some of the performers will be Patricia Hayden on piano. To learn more about ArtsFarmington, visit artsfarmington.org. For more information about the youth concert, call 207-778-9437.
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