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INDEX Funny Things Kids Say............. 2 School News.................. 11, 15 Calendar............................... 5 Movie Review........................ 7 V. Paul Reynolds................... 13 Classifieds........................... 12 John McDonald.................... 10 Victor Block......................... 14
FEATURE ARTICLES WINTERFEST .......................... 3 Reporting the meaning of H.O.P.E. ............................. 8 Unexpected circumstances can be opportunity....................... 7 YOUR 401(K).......................... 4 March is ‘National Nutrition Month’................................... 8 Host a sports viewing party to remember.......................... 13
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My young son came in from playing outdoors. He happily announced that the neighbors got a brand new car. “What kind of car did they get?” we asked him. “They have a Jesus car,” he replied. It took the family a few minutes to figure out that our neighbors had bought a Chrysler. – Charlotte Bassett of Hallowell. This conversation took place between my four-yearold grandson and me when I
tried to help him with his new pre-school workbook: ME: Circle the pictures that rhyme. That means they sound the same. Like log, tree, frog. Which two sound alike? EAMON: Logs and trees don’t have sounds and frogs say ribbit. ME: draw a line to the pictures that rhyme. Here’s a ring and a king. EAMON: The Priness always gets the ring. ME: How about the cake? Do you think it goes with the rake?
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My four-year-old greatgrandson said, “Meme, I have a new teacher in my class.” I asked, “Is she the one with the long hair?” He replied, “No, Meme. She has short hair and it stays on her head.” – Sandy Reynolds of Vassalboro. When my youngest grandson was five years old, he went to the communion table with his parents. He knew his pastor and knew his name was Linwood. After finishing his bread and then grape juice, he gave a gentle tug on the pastor’s robe. The pastor said hello to him and my grandson said, “Linwood, could I please have some more juice in a bigger cup?” Needless to say, the quiet church had many giggles and smiles! – Smiling Gramma,
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FAMILY FUN
WINTERFEST at BEAVER PARK
LISBON — Close to 400 people attended Lisbon Parks and Recreation’s fourth annual Winterfest at Beaver Park on Jan 26.
From left, Abby Cunningham, Emma DeForest and Arianna Jenkins of Girl Scout Troop 560 helped sell baked goods at Winterfest.
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would show. Unfortunately, the regrowth proved to be shortlived, and by the fall, it became more noticeable. At first, Smith tried to cover her hairloss with hats, but within three months, she had lost most of her hair. In February 2018, she chose to shave what remained, and decided to get a wig. She received one, free of charge, from an organization called Children With Hair Loss. When it came time for Smith to choose a senior project, her decision was
easy. She wanted to do hers on Alopecia, as well as find a way to give back to the organization that helped provide her with her wig. In the course of her research, she learned of a fundraiser called The Great Cut. This group is going to make an attempt to set a world record for collecting the most hair in a single day. Smith contacted the organizers, known as The Longhairs, and asked if the hair she collected could be part of their attempt. They were more than
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Your 401(k): How Should You Be Invested?
The markets are volatile, interest rates are rising, both stocks and bonds were down in 2018, and an unprecedented 93% of asset classes experienced a loss. There was seemingly nowhere to turn to make a few bucks in 2018, and it’s no wonder that people want to be especially thoughtful about how they allocate money in 2019, specifically within their retirement accounts. The most important thing to remember when allocating money in a retirement plan is exactly that: it’s a retirement plan, which means that the money is for later. Keeping this in mind, here are a few things to consider when allocating your funds.
Key Considerations Time Horizon: There are two primary timelines to consider. The first is how many years until you will begin using the money in your retirement account. The second timeline is the income period. How many years do you expect to draw on this account? Also, in what fashion will you draw on it, meaning will you take random disbursements, or will you take a set amount each month to supplement other forms of income such as Social Security and/or pensions? The closer you are to retirement and the more you rely on these funds, typically the more conservative you should be
when it comes to taking on market risk. Investment Objective: Are you aiming for aggressive growth, slow and steady growth, an income portfolio, or will this be a legacy account designed for loved ones? Getting clear on the purpose of this account is important because it will dictate how the funds should be best invested. Risk Tolerance: Any allocation you select is accompanied by numerical measurements of risk, including beta and standard deviation. If you are unaware of these measurements, ask your plan advisor to explain how each relates to portfolio expectations. Once you know, ask yourself if such expecta-
tions align with your needs and goals. Target Rate of Return: The allocation you choose will dictate the returns you receive, and it is these returns, along with your contribution rate (see below), that will determine the value of your account when you arrive at retirement age. This means the rate of return affects the number of dollars you will be able to withdraw each month for the rest of your life. Be sure to speak with your advisor to make sure every decision you make will help to keep you within this target. The longer the time period you have until retirement, the more likely you will be able to hit your goals with small tweaks to the plan.
Contribution Rate: I can’t say it enough. Too many people choose an arbitrary percentage or dollar amount when contributing to their retirement plan. It is important to remember that, one day, you will stop receiving paychecks but will still need money, which means the important question to ask is, How much money will I need? When you are deciding on an amount to invest from your paycheck each pay period, be sure to learn what the account value is estimated to be at the time you retire, based on that contribution rate. Do your best to ensure it is enough to truly meet your retirement income needs. There are many things to
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MAINE NEWS CALENDAR
March 2 — Congregational Church of East Sumner community potluck to benefit Hartford Sumner Elementary School playground equipment fund, 5:30 p.m. 50 Main St. (Route 219), East Sumner 207-388-2667. March 2 — Used book sale, 9 a.m. to noon, at the Belgrade Central School gym (use back door), Depot Road, Belgrade, 207-649-4238. March 2 — Wedding and prom dress fundraiser sale to benefit Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Needham, Mass., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. by Eric's Angels, Boofy Quimby Memorial Center, 96 Howe's Corner Road, Turner, 207-8528364. March 2 — Author Patricia Probert Gott book signing of "Roller Rink Rules — Memories of Motion 26, Oxford, Maine," 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Smedberg's Crystal Spring Farm Stand, Main Street, Oxford, 207-743-6723. March 2 — Girls Scouts flea market and bake sale, 9 a.m. to 1 :30 p.m., Lovell United Church of Christ, 1174 Main St., Center Lovell, 207-925-3661. March 3 — American Legion Post 135 public breakfast, 7:30 to 10 a.m., at the post building, 40 Island Road, Sabattus. March 6 -- Opening reception Youth Art Month, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Common Street Arts. Hathaway Creative Center, 10 Water St., Waterville, www.commonstreetarts.org. March 7 — Norway Rec Dept & Norway Youth Baseball baseball, softball, T-ball signups, 4:30-6:30 p.m., town office, ages 4-14, baseball info 207583-5979; 207-743-6651. March 7, 8, 9 — "Something Wicked This Way Comes," presented by the Messalonskee Players, 7 p.m., Messalonskee High School, 131 Messalonskee High Drive, Oakland, 207509-1433. March 8 — Empty
Bowls fundraiser, 5 to 7 p.m., Messalonskee High School, 131 Messalonskee High Drive, Oakland, 207465-9135. March 9 — Baked bean and casserole supper, 5-6 p.m. Minot United Methodist Church, Route 121 and Empire Road. March 9 — Author talk naturalist Bernd Heinrich, 1 p.m., Turner Public Library, 207-225-2030. March 9 — Diagnosing Disorders in Trees: An Introduction to Forest Pathology, 10:30 a.m., Lithgow Public Library, 45 Winthrop St., Augusta,207-626-2415 or visit www.lithgowlibrary.org. March 9 — Audiobody performance, featuring the Tardy brothers, 2 and 6 p.m., Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center, 280 Water St., Gardiner, 207-582-7144. March 9 — Family Portrait Paint Event, part of Youth Art Month, 2-3:30 p.m. Common Street Arts. Hathaway Creative Center, 10 Water St., Waterville, www.commonstreetarts. org. March 9 — NorwayParis Kiwanis Club annual Dr. Seuss Breakfast & Children's Book Fair, 8-11 a.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School Culinary Arts dining room, children under 12 free accompanaied by paying adult, admission $10, breakfast includes pancakes, french toast, eggs, sausage, hash brown, coffee and juice, 207-4618250, Tina Croteau. March 9 — Author Amanda Given, Carrabassett Valley Public Library will talk about her children's book, "Balloon Breath" 3:30 p.m., Carrabassett Valley Public Library & Community Center, 3209 Carrabassett Drive, Carrabassett Valley, 207-237-3535. March 10 — Family contradance for all ages, muci by T’Acadie, 12:30 p.m., First Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St., Auburn, 207-783-0461. March 10 — Pejepscot
Genealogical Society meeting,, with guest speaker David Blethen, 2 p.m., in the Morrell meeting room at Curtis Memorial Library, 23 Pleasant St., Brunswick, 207-729-4098. March 12 — Blues Spectrum "docu-concert," with Scott Cleveland, 6 p.m., free, Lithgow Public Library, 45 Winthrop St., Augusta, 207-626-2415. March 14 — Joshua Chamberlain roundtable discussion focusing on Manassas, 7 p.m., Curtis Memorial library's Morrell Room, 23 Pleasant St., Brunswick. March 16, 1 – 3 p.m. “Launch a Little Library” program at Auburn Public Library. Learn how to start your own book exchange/ neighborhood book box. Free books for current or planned little libraries. 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 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, 207-872-2826. March 22 — Fill the Plate breakfast to benefit Meals on Wheels of
Seniors Plus, 7-9am 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 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, 207-783-1585. March 25-27 — MSAD 52 pre-k, kindergarten informational meetings, all 6 p.m.: Turner Primary School, March 25, 207-225-1030; Greene Central School, March 26, 207-946-5681; Leeds Central School, March 27, 207-524-5151. Parents in any of the three towns can attend any of the meetings. 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.
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, 207649-1238. 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, 26 Armory St. 207-6262350. BRIDGTON: Friends of the Bridgton Public Library, 9:30 a.m. second Tuesday of the month, Bridgton Public Library, 1 Church St. Lakes Region Substance Awareness Coalition, 4:306 p.m. second Thursday of the month, Bridgton Municipal Complex, downstairs, lrsacmaine.org, lrsacoalition@gmail.com, 207-803-9987.
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AUBURN: Androscoggin County Republican Committee, second Thursday every month, Auburn City Hall. 207-576-9096.
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BUSINESS PROFILE
Highbrow is growing, with 3 locations
TOPSHAM — Highbrow, established in 2017, is a locally owned and operated Maine business. Each of their three locations feature a full glass gallery that focuses on serving Maine residents with quality CBD and cannabis products. Their first storefront in Waldoboro opened its doors in April of 2017; they’ve since expanded to three locations including Topsham in September of 2017 and Manchester in July of 2018.
Originally founded by three friends, Highbrow has grown dramatically since its humble beginning. Highbrow is committed to bringing the residents of Maine, premium farm to table products at an affordable price. Guaranteed satisfaction is yet another commitment that sets Highbrow apart in the Maine cannabis industry. That commitment to quality doesn’t stop at growing and creating the products;
every product undergoes extensive testing by local laboratories, so patients and consumers alike know exactly what is in each product they’re buying. Each location is staffed with caregivers to guide patients and consumers toward the most appropriate product for them and help those individuals with finding the perfect health balance. Highbrow’s promise to every patient is to take the
needed time with each individual and treat all of our customers like family. Highbrow wants you to be the best you! Their goal is for you to return to see them, not only because you were thrilled with their products and prices, but also because you have become a part of the Highbrow family. Building a sense of family and community takes hold of Highbrow’s heart. Residents of central Maine
may have seen the Highbrow name before; during the holiday season Highbrow embarks on community outreach through their non-profit organization. Before the Christmas Canna Claus drive is fully underway; Highbrow runs a food drive to offer turkey dinners to families around Maine, last year they delivered 30 Thanksgiving dinners. During the Christmas season Canna Claus operates from fall through the end of the
year, raising money and collecting food for Maine residents who may be struggling during the holiday season. While still a young company at 19 employees, Highbrow plans to expand their presence outside of central Maine and reach residents located in under served areas in 2019. All while continuing to bring their revised vision of the cannabis industry with them.
STUDENT NEWS
Lisbon High School announces second quarter honor roll
LISBON — Lisbon High School has announced its second quarter honor roll for the 2018-19 school year. Achieivng honors were:
SENIORS HIGH HONORS: Noah Austin, Trenton Bundy, Olivia Clark, Valerie Doucette, Carly Drischler,
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Health & CATCHING HEALTH
Reporting on the meaning of H.O.P.E.
By Diane Atwood Health Reporter Jack Sullivan knew what it meant to be depressed. He had experienced seasonal affective disorder before but always felt better fairly quickly. About two years ago, things were different. “It just started snowballing and it got way out of control. I was having unbelievable anxiety, then severe depression. I was hospitalized for a little bit and got on a medication that finally worked. I’ve been doing much better.” It’s not just the medication that’s been helping Sullivan. It’s also the support he’s been getting from a group called H.O.P.E. —
Healing of Persons Exceptional. The group was started in 1987 by Dr. Ken Hamilton, a surgeon from South Paris. His initial purpose was to help five of his patients who had cancer “get ahold of their lives and face their life-threatening illness.” “It was modeled after instruction I got in medical school in 1962 that I am to promise my patients I will do my best to help them get on with their lives.,” he explained. “It wasn’t until we’d been going for a few months that family members wondered if they could be a part of it, and then somebody with depression wondered and then somebody else with some other disease wondered.”
The primary mission of H.O.P.E.was and still is to: • Help people find meaning, value and purpose in life • Create a safe place to practice attitudinal healing and letting go of fear and conflict by seeing life in a peaceful and loving way. The core of what Hamilton has tried to accomplish with H.O.P.E is based on the teachings of Earl Nightingale, who coined the phrase “the essence of success.” “Success to Nightingale was the progressive realization of a worthy ideal. All of us are born with one,” Hamilton added.
“Life may make it difficult to serve that ideal, but the greatest service you can do for yourself and others is to bring the ideal back and serve it.” Sullivan learned about H.O.P.E. from his friend, Bob Gaudreau, who has belonged to a group in Portland for several years. It spoke to him. “I started going along because I was looking for some kind of peace, serenity or whatever. As I started to get better on medication, I continued going to the group because I like going,” Gaudreau said. “I like the people who attend and it’s a place for me to go. I think of it as a place of refuge. I know I can be safe, I can discuss anything that’s
going on with me and vice versa. There’s a lot of support.” For Gaudreau, belonging to H.O.P.E. led to an attitude shift about his own issues. “I find the group to be metaphysical. It answers three questions: Where did we come from? Who are we? Where are we going? And I came up with a fourth question. What are we going to do when we find the answers?” Gaudreau related. “H.O.P.E provided answers and helped heal my attitude. I have a mental health challenge called bipolar disorder, but I’m more than a disease — I’m a human being.” The H.O.P.E. group Sullivan and Gaudreau attend
is led by Liz Holder, who has her own story to share. “I got sober in 1986. About three or four years later, I started seeking spirituality and discovered attitudinal healing in the form of “A Course in Miracles” by Jerry Jampolsky and Marianne Williamson. That became my passion and I ran a few groups in New York and in Florida,” she said. “I moved to Maine about (nearly 13) years ago and started counseling at Serenity House. I knew I wanted to start a spirituality group, but I couldn’t call it a Course in Miracles. I needed a format.” Holder prayed about it,
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FEATURE ARTICLE
March is ‘National Nutrition Month’ so let’s share a meal and eat less Jodi Cornelio
Live Long, Live Well Jodi R. Cornelio, AS, BA, MBA Nutritionist, Personal Trainer and Motivational Speaker jcornelio@turnerpublishing.net
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Eating out
1. S hare a meal with a friend. Many restaurants serve one person enough food for two or maybe three meals. Try asking
for one meal and two plates. You will not only save money, you won’t feel obligated to overeat. The added bonus to this is that if it’s a date night, sharing can be intimate and you will leave the restaurant without being bloated and gassy. “Just saying.” 2. I f you’re not into sharing, order just an appetizer and a side salad. Most apps are a meal in themselves and the salad
will fill you up. 3. O rder from the kids menu or the senior section as it is typically a smaller portion. 4. I f you order a full meal box up half of it before you start eating to avoid the temptation to eat it all.
Shrink your portion while eating at home or work
1. U se a smaller plate or bowl at the dinner
table. You may have grown up being told to “clean your plate.” The problem is that dinner plates have gotten bigger. You don’t have to fill your plate to clean your plate. If that’s the case you’re probably overeating. Either downsize your plate or downsize the amount you load onto your plate. 2. Downsize the utensils. Eat with chop sticks instead of a tablespoon
or big fork. It will make your food last longer and you won’t be shoveling large bites into your mouth. 3. Learn to eyeball appropriate portion sizes. A serving of meat should be no bigger than a deck of cards. That’s 3 oz. A serving of rice or cereal is the size of a small 60 watt light bulb. Baked potatoes should be no
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KIDS YOU KNOW
Pinewood Derby results for Lisbon Scouts
LISBON — Cub Scout Pack 109 started their cars, revved their engines, and raced in the annual Pinewood Derby Jan. 19. Holy Trinity Church in Lisbon hosts this annual event. The cars don’t actually have motors, though. In fact, they start out as blocks of wood in boxes that come with four nails and four plastic tires. Scouts work with parents by picking designs for their cars and drawing those designs onto the blocks of wood. Saws, Dremels, sand paper and chisels are then used to shape the block into a race car. Weight is often added to advanta-
geous positions on the cars to increase the speed while descending down the track. Wheels and nails are sanded to remove burls, and paint is applied to the cars. Stickers, toy drivers and cool-looking, plastic engines are often added to enhance the appearance of the cars. In the end, each scout has a cool car to race down the track. However, this race isn’t necessarily about winning and losing. This race brings about authorship, pride, creativity, good sportsmanship and fun for all who attend. The Scouts can be seen rendering ‘high fives’ to other scouts — win or
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lose. Lunch is served to the scouts free of charge, and games are provided for the Scouts who are waiting their turn to race. In addition to games, face painting was available this year for all. There were “lions, and tigers, and bears –Oh my!” There was even a race for family members to compete with each other, for fun. In the end, every race or tournament does have a list of winners and this race is no different, but every racer has a great time at the event, learning how to win some and lose some. The derby has five placers for speed and one place called “Best in Show.”
William Lucas, first place William Lucas took first place in the derby, Dacien Davis was runner up, Logan Diaz was third, Sophia Kuhl was fourth, Nigel
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Kuhn was fifth, and Logan Beal took “Best in Show.” For more information about these events and and other Scouting opportuni-
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Lisbon Credit Union raises $15,000 for hunger cause LISBON — After tallying up the figures for 2018, the year proved to be the credit unions’ most lucrative yet for fundraising — a grand total of $15,000 was
raised for the Ending Hunger in Maine Campaign. Fundraisers this year included the annual summer basket raffle and autumn bake sale, a spring
cash calendar, as well as a holiday 50/50 raffle. Funds were also raised through ongoing yearly sales of candy bars, vending machine items, goat milk products from
Brayer Ridge Farms in Newport. All the employees pitched in with “Pay to Wear Jeans” day, which happens every Saturday and the first Friday of every month.
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Here’s the story: A life changer for Perly Leighton John McDonald
It was the dawn of a day that would change his life forever, but as the sun began coming over the stand of pine that lined his lower pasture, he was not yet aware of it. It would be the last time the sun was seen that day; soon the skies would cloud over, and it would begin to snow, then rain, then go back to snow, then change to freezing rain and back to snow. Perly Leighton awoke like always that March morning and began his
daily ritual — put out the cat; put on the coffee; loaded up the parlor stove; fired up the Queen Atlantic in the kitchen; and read his thermometer by kitchen window, the barometer by the bathroom and the precipitation gauge on the deck, entering all their numbers in his well-worn journal. Perly had been keeping track of those numbers for over 40 years and still couldn’t think of one good reason for it. He knew from history that both Thomas Jefferson and Ben Franklin had kept such records throughout their lives and that was fine, but at this point in his life, Perly didn’t think that — for him
— it was a good enough reason any more. As the weather went from one form of precipitation to another, Perly looked out his kitchen window, across his barren field and knew he was in for one of those March days that push us Mainers right to the edge and almost over it — those days that make us think seriously of living somewhere farther south. After a breakfast of oatmeal and reheated beans, Perly made himself some tea and sat in the rocker by the kitchen stove to drink it and think of something useful he could be doing that day. He tried to put the present weather conditions out of his mind and
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thought instead about the garden he’d been planning to put in this spring. Every year around this time he planned his garden. On this morning he hoped this would finally be the year that the garden he planned in February would, in some way, resemble the garden he planted come Memorial Day weekend. He knew he wanted his peas planted first, but he couldn’t decide if he should plant them early and take his chances with an early May frost or wait till the end of May like the pea-planting traditionalists. He’d always been among the Memorial Day weekend pea-planters in town and over the years
had even been known to ridicule the early-birds of pea-planting society down at the store. On this particular March morning, Perly was feeling more contrary than normal and felt like doing something completely different. Still, it wouldn’t be the timing of his pea-planting that he’d scratch that itch with. Around this time, out of the blue, Perly’s phone rang. The sudden sound of its sharp ring nearly gave him a coronary since Perly wasn’t used to getting calls at such an early hour. In fact, he wasn’t used to getting calls at any hour. His friends knew Perly preferred talking in person and only kept the phone
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March 2019 STUDENT NEWS
Litchfield student named to PSU president’s list
PLYMOUTH, N.H. — Anna Dodge, of Litchfield, Maine, has been named to the Plymouth State University president’s list for the fall 2018 semester. Dodge, an allied health sciences major, was among 831 students named to the
list. To be named to the president’s list, a student must achieve a grade point average of 3.7 or better for the Fall 2018 semester and must have attempted at least 12 credit hours during the semester.
Litchfield student named to UNH dean’s list
DURHAM, N.H. — Kierra Rolston, of Litchfield, Maine, has been named to the dean’s list at the University of New Hampshire for the fall 2018 semester. Rolston earned high honors. Students named to the dean’s list must be enrolled in a full-time course load
(12 or more graded credits). Highest honors are awarded to students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.85 or better out of a possible 4.0. Students with a 3.65 to 3.84 average are awarded high honors and students whose grade point average is 3.5 through 3.64 are awarded honors.
Lisbon Falls resident named to Lasell dean’s list
NEWTON, Mass. — Emily Anderson, of Lisbon Falls, Maine, has been named to the Lasell College dean’s list for their strong academic performance in the fall 2018 semester: Anderson is a member of
the class of 2022, and her major is undeclared. To be named to the dean’s list, students must complete at least 12 credits as a full-time student and achieve a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Pownal student on Bates dean’s list
LEWISTON — A student from Pownal was named to the dean’s list at Bates College for the fall semester ending in December. This is a distinction earned by students whose cumulative grade point av-
erage is 3.77 or higher. Named to the list was Jesse Saffeir a 2015 graduate of Maine Coast Waldorf School. She is a junior, majoring in environmental studies and minoring in anthropology.
Pownal student named to Delaware dean’s list NEWARK, Del. — Benjamin Cushman, of Pownal, Maine, has been named to the University of Delaware’s dean’s list for the fall 2018 semester.
To meet eligibility requirements for the dean’s list, a student must be enrolled full-time and earn a GPA of 3.33 or above (on a 4.0 scale) for the semester.
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LISBON FALLS — Lisbon Falls Christian Academy has announced its honor roll for the second quarter of the 2018-19 academic year. Those achieving academic honors were:
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Bowdoin resident named to Colby dean’s list WATERVILLE — Kaitlin M. Volk of Bowdoin, was recently named to the dean’s list at Colby College. Volk is one of 538 Colby students — or 26 percent of the qualified student body — to qualify for the dean’s list last semester for outstanding academic achievement. Volk, a member of the
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Bowdoin resident named to Cedarville dean’s list CEDARVILLE, Ohio — Cedarville University student Anna Simmler, of Bowdoin, Maine, was named to the dean’s honor list for fall 2018.
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Durham student on Springfield College dean’s list SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Stephen Brousseau, of Durham, Maine, has been named to the Springfield College dean’s list for academic excellence for the fall 2018 term.
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bigger than your computer mouse. A serving of vegetables is the size of a baseball. Follow these guidelines and you will automatically have proper portion control. 4. U se smaller single portion containers to store left overs. That way you won’t be tempted to eat more than you need when pulling a bowl out of the refrigerator.
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from H.O.P.E and about 10 days later Hamilton showed up at Serenity House wanting to talk to someone about his H.O.P.E. groups. “I said ‘Where have you been all my life?’ He said ‘Waiting.’ And so, that’s how it happened. It is my passion to do these groups and to help people. I’ve seen the miracles of HOPE helping people find themselves under all those layers of conditioning and fear. It’s open to anyone.” Holder guides two groups — both free-flowing in that they talk about anything and everything. She’s careful, though, to keep the focus on attitudinal healing. “Attitudinal healing is basically changing the way you think. By changing the way you think, you can change your entire life,” she noted. “It is healing. I have lupus, and I am a recovering alcoholic and drug addict. My parents died in
a car accident, so I’ve suffered severe grief in my life. You can’t change the past, but you can change the way you look at it and you can change what you do with it. You don’t have to let it define you.” No one knows the difference a H.O.P.E. group can make in someone’s life better than Hamilton. He’s helped guide more than 5,000 meetings —at one time, he was doing eight a week. He’s written three books: “SoulCircling: The Journey to the Who,” “The H.O.P.E. Story” with Joyce Murphy, R.N., and “The H.O.P.E. Manual.” He wants to continue guiding groups and to train others to guide their own H.O.P.E. groups. Holder can also train anyone who’s interested. “What I have learned over the last 47 years is to be shared unconditionally with anybody who can use it for the benefit of themselves or another human being,” Hamilton stressed.
“So get in touch with me.” You’ll find lots of information on the H.O.P.E. website, and here are details about the groups that Hamilton and Holder now lead: • First Congregational Church, Haskell House, 17 E Main St, South Paris, Mondays 4 to 6 p.m.; contact Ken Hamilton 207- 890-3673. • Maine Medical Center, Dana Health Education Center, 22 Bramhall St., Room 1, Portland, Wednesdays, 5 to 7 p.m.; contact Liz Holder 727420-2964. • Portland Recovery Community Center, 468 Forest Ave., Portland, Thursdays, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; contact Liz Holder 727-420-2964. For many years, Diane Atwood was the health reporter on WCSH6. Now she is a blogger and podcaster at Catching Health with Diane Atwood, dianeatwood.com.
add up quickly if not controlled. A serving of peanut butter is the size of a golf ball which is approximately 2 tablespoons, 190 calories and 16 gms of fat. That’s a lot of fat so don’t take a tablespoon and eat out of the peanut butter jar. Likewise with nuts, portion out 20 nuts in a
baggy and take that to work or store in your car. Don’t keep the whole canister with you to eat mindlessly and challenge your portion control. Portion control is all about awareness of the amount of food you are eating. Be mindful and aware in the month of March and hopefully you will develop some
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FEATURE ARTICLES
Grand Lake Stream hatchery repaired at last
V. Paul Reynolds If you are a fly fisherman whose passion is casting a line over landlocked salmon across moving water, Grand Lake Stream is the next thing to paradise. Since 1875, the state fish hatchery on the stream has been part of the GLS scene, and the source of salmon that populate the
stream and the adjoining West Grand Lake. Over the years, the GLS hatchery has produced annually 80,000 catchable brook trout and landlocked salmon. In fact, according to Lisa Kane, a spokesman, for the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, the GLS hatchery is the source of 75 percent of the landlocked salmon stocked statewide in Maine waters. In November, the state trap nets spawning wild salmon in the lake to take eggs that are then incubated and grown in the hatchery. In the past few years, a
number of structural upgrades have been made at the hatchery. Suddenly, in the summer of 2016, disaster struck. With the surface temperature of the water on the lake hovering near 80 degrees, the hatchery lost 30,000 brook trout fingerlings. The salmon fared better, but some were lost due to the unsuitably warm water being taken from the lake by the hatchery intake pipe. The solution, if this crisis was to be avoided in the future, was to rebuild the intake pipe and extend it two miles into colder water at 52 feet. Four million dollars, from a variety of sources, was allo-
cated for the pipe repair project. It was a major undertaking that involved moving fish to other locations. Additionally, there were some unhappy anglers as the construction project muddied the stream and made fishing next to impossible. All is well that ends well, however. Kane writes, “Construction of the pipeline began this August and was essentially completed by the end of November. Final grading, seeding and landscaping at the lake shore where the pipe connects with the hatchery line will occur as soon as weather
permits in spring 2019. New valves on the shoreline allow for water temperatures to be blended from ‘shallow’ and ‘deep’ as lake water is gravity fed to a new head box. Other improvements included the replacement of the antiquated UV water treatment system with the latest available modern UV equipment.” It is good to know, come spring, Grand lake Stream will be back to normal. The hatchery will be humming along with colder, more reliable incubation water for our future game fish, and open day anglers will only have to worry about flow levels and a
pool that’s not taken. By the way, if you have a Maine Sportsman’s license plate on your vehicle, take a bow. Your dollars for that plate helped underwrite the cost of the hatchery repair project. 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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Host a sports viewing party to remember Amateur and professional athletics are both big business. According to Forbes, the Southeastern Conference, a collective of universities that includes the University of Alabama and the University of Georgia, generated $375 million in television money alone in 2015, collecting another $140 million from football and basketball postseason play. While that’s a hefty chunk of change, and even more impressive when considering the SEC is just one of many conferences in college athletics, it pales considerably in comparison to the National Football League, which Forbes projected would surpass $13.3 billion in total revenues in 2016. Such figures highlight the popularity of both amateur and professional sports. Hundreds of millions of people across the globe enjoy sports, and many are fond of gathering with fellow fans to watch their favorite teams play, whether inperson or on television. Viewing parties are a great way to watch the big game with fellow fans, and such gatherings don’t have to require all that much effort on the part of hosts. · Make it a potluck affair. Potluck affairs make perfect sense for sports viewing parties, so don’t be surprised if guests offer to whip up some homemade guacamole or a buffet-style dish for the big party. Encourage this, asking guests to share what they’re bringing with other invitees so there are no duplicate offerings.
· Vary the food and beverage menu. Chicken wings and beer might seem like go-to foods and beverages for the big game, but even sports bars are increasingly recognizing sports fans’ desire for healthy foods. It’s still acceptable to serve staples like wings, nachos, chips, and pretzels, but try to provide some healthy fare like celery and salad as well. Even whole-grain pretzels might be more enticing to guests watching what they eat. In addition, provide alternatives to alcohol, such as water, soda and juice, for guests who are abstaining. · Upgrade your television. Projection screens are go-to options for many avid sports fans, But projectors and screens may stretch some sports fans’ budgets. A 4K ultraHD television can be an affordable option depending on the size of the television, and such devices provide incredibly crisp pictures that can make sports fans feel as though
· Purchase a sound system. Today’s televisions are sleek and thin. While that saves space and provides more aesthetic appeal than the bulky televisions of yesteryear, thin designs leave little room for sound tech. As a result, it can be hard to hear what’s going on in the game without a sound system. Sound systems are relatively inexpensive; just make sure to purchase one that is compatible with your television. Sports viewing parties tend to be easygoing affairs that don’t require the level of planning of more formal gatherings.
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TRAVEL WITH VICTOR BLOCK
Alabama’s gulf coast offers more than shores and beaches
By Victor Block Travel Writer My first thought was that I had taken a wrong turn. This couldn’t be Gulf Shores and Orange Beach on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. That’s known for long stretches of magnificent sand and unspoiled nature. I was passing glitzy highrise condominium buildings and restaurants ranging from gourmet elegant to beachdive casual. It wasn’t long, though, before I understood. I was in a something-for-everyone place. Gulf Shores and Orange Beach combine attractions available at many sunand-sand destinations with a number of enticing add-ons. Those who like to commune with Mother Nature have plenty of opportunities. Active types may choose from a long list of pursuits. Folks seeking learning experiences head for museums devoted to a diversity of topics. Granted, beach tourism is why many people visit Gulf Shores, a town of about 12,000 residents; Orange Beach, with about half that number, and the sun-drenched area surrounding them. Tan-seekers find a total of 32 miles of pristine
white quartz sand lapped by the blue-green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Both Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have eight miles of beach. Gulf State Park encompasses two miles, and Fort Morgan fronts 14 miles of seashore. Pentagon-shaped Fort Morgan was completed in 1834 to strengthen the country’s coastal defense following the War of 1812. The site contains historic military buildings, artillery batteries and a museum with exhibits of weapons, photographs and letters written by soldiers who served there. A living history program interprets the military periods in the fort’s active life. To top it off, the setting overlooks a broad, snow-hued beach. While Gulf State Park is home to the shortest stretch of beach, other claims to fame account for its popularity. Nine ecosystems nestled in its 6,000-plus acres include pine forests, coastal hardwood swamps and freshwater marshes. Boggy streams and three spring-fed lakes are among the water features. A backcountry trail complex stretches for 28 miles. Hikers may spot white-tailed deer, an alligator basking in
Fishing from the pier the sun and even a bobcat looking for its dinner. Boating and fishing are available and, for those seeking modest accommodations, there are cabins, cottages and campsites. Visitors seeking a more extensive selection of activities also are in luck. Kayaking and paddle boarding attract people of all ages. Dinner, sunset and dolphin watching cruises appeal to those preferring to take to sea without any effort. Lake and ocean fishing tempt anglers. Some try their luck off a pier stretching 1,540 foot over the Gulf of Mexico’s water. Snorkelers and divers also find much to like. Artificial reefs provide experiences
geared to everyone from children and beginners to advanced divers. Golfers may spend time on 14 courses either in the immediate area or within an hour’s drive. Two of them, Craft Farms and Kiva Dunes, have ranked high on Golf Digest “best courses” lists. People who prefer indoor pursuits also are in luck. Small museums provide insight into the region’s history and character. The Gulf Shores Museum is located in a pre-World War II beach house. A permanent exhibits tell the story of 19th century settlers and of hurricanes, including how they originate and how a community rebuilds from their destruction. Rotating displays
Backcountry trail biking deal with a variety of other topics. In keeping with its name, the Orange Beach Indian & Sea Museum provides introductions to the area’s Native American and fishing heritages. The USS Alabama at Battleship Memorial Park, an hour drive away in Mobile, is home to the massive ship, which saw action for 37 months during World War II, a World War I submarine and a collection of historic aircraft. An hour’s drive in the other direction leads to the National Museum of Naval Aviation in Pensacola, Fla. Despite its name, the collection of more than 250 aircraft represents every military branch. The complex also
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is home to the famous Blue Angels, the aerobatic team of Navy and Marine aviators who thrill onlookers with their literal flights of fancy. Battle ships and historic airplanes, golf and a Gulfrelated museum might seem to have little in common with an inviting beach destination, and that’s the point. Inclusion of the place on “Top 10” and “Most Beautiful” lists is based upon the magnificent stretches of sand as well as the long list of other attractions that the Gulf Coast and Orange Beach offers those who go there. As one repeat visitor told me, “I came here the first time for the beaches. Now I return for everything else.”
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STUDENT NEWS
Lisbon JMG students tour Wayfair, SMCC Brunswick campus LISBON — JMG students at Lisbon High School went on a business tour of call center Wayfair’s Brunswick campus. Wayfair is an international company with offices in both Brunswick, Brunswick Landing, and in Bangor. Wayfair has had immense growth in their company requiring that they hire new employees with varying education credentials. Students were impressed by the break-out areas with ping pong tables and a snack wall. The tour brought them through the business and call center areas and training rooms. The tour culminated with a question and answer period, where employees shared their backgrounds,
and described the qualities that make a good employee. A Wayfair employee said that the company has the best work environment they have ever been a part of. A JMG senior said, “I really felt that it was an open and welcoming place that I could see myself applying to once I graduate.” JMG students also toured the Southern Maine Community College Midcoast Campus at Brusnwick Landing. A few highlights were finding out that SMCC offers EMT basic training courses, finding a Career Center in the commons, and seeing the dorms that were once officer quarters back when it was a U.S. Navy base.
JMG students from Lisbon High School tour Southern Maine Community College’s Brunswick Landing campus. JMG has College Success Programs on 10 cam-
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Public breakfast March 3 at Legion Post
SABATTUS — The American Legion Harry J. Conway Post 135 will hold its monthly public Community Breakfast Sunday,
March 3, from 7:30 to 10 a.m., at the post building, 40 Island Road. The cost is $8 per adult and $3 per child (10 and
under). The menu includes scrambled eggs, eggs to order, French toast, chipped beef, pancakes, sausage, ham, baked beans, two
Clockwise, from left, Michelle McCrea, Joan Caron and Ann Durost enjoying breakfast.
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types of country fries, toast, muffins, orange juice, coffee, tea and milk. Proceeds from the breakfast support community and veteran’s programs, such as veteran rehabilitation, national security, Americanism and children and youth. The next breakfasts will be the first Sundays of April, May and June. The annual scholarship breakfast will be held at the June breakfast. The Sabattus Harry J. Conway American Legion Post 135 has been serving the local community since December 1924. The American Legion celebrates its 100 year of service in 2019!
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PEOPLE IN YOUR COMMUNITY
Lisbon Father-Daughter Valentine’s Dance held, and enjoyed
LISBON — Positive Change Lisbon and Lisbon Recreation held the 10th annual Father Daughter Valentine’s Dance on Saturday, Feb. 9, at at the MTM Center. The organizers said, “Our thanks to a fabulous team of volunteers and the Lisbon DARE program and the Lisbon Community Federal Credit Union for their continuing sponsorship.”
More than 200 people enjoyed the 10th annual Positive Change Lisbon Father Daughter Valentine’s Dance.
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Girls enjoy the “Conga line” during the Positive Change Lisbon Father Daughter Valentine’s dance Feb. 9.
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