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Franklin Savings Bank pledges match for Narrow Gauge Cinema food pantry donation FARMINGTON — The Narrow Gauge Cinema announced that they would be doing holiday drive-in showings of “Elf” December 11th, 12th, and 13th as well as “It’s a Wonderful Life”, December 18th, 19th, and 20th. Proceeds from ticket purchases will be used to combat food insecurity in the area. Nightly shows will take place at 6:30 p.m. for $10 per carload. With increased need in the area, Franklin Savings Bank took the initiative to help where help was needed. Courtney Austin, Marketing
and Projects Coordinator, arranged a matching donation of up to $2,500 to be provided on behalf of the bank. Tim Thompson, President and CEO of Franklin Savings Bank states, “This is an especially challenging time for our communities. I am in awe at the number of meals being provided by programs throughout our areas. I am thankful that Franklin Savings Bank is able to help support these critically important programs.” This will be the 4th year that owner of the
cinema, John Moore, has held an event where ticket proceeds benefit area food pantries. This year, proceeds will be donated to a new food pantry, planned to open in early 2021 at the St. Joseph’s nutrition center. Tickets can be purchased at the counter or online at https://narrowgaugecinema.net/narrowgauge-drive-in/.
Franklin Savings presented with Wilton, Phillips students recognized with Maine SBA District Director Award FA R M INGTON — The Maine district office of the U.S. Small Business Administration presented Franklin Savings Bank with the SBA District Director Award during a virtual ceremony on Dec. 3. The award is in recognition of the efforts taken by Franklin Savings to increase the use of SBA programs in the bank’s lending portfolio. Derek Hayes, senior vice president of commercial lending, said, “We’re grateful to receive the SBA’s District Director Award because it confirms the faith so many
small business owners have placed in Franklin Savings Bank during a very turbulent year. I am also immensely proud of our staff, who have worked tirelessly to help our business community access much-needed capital in 2020.” The mission of the U.S. Small Business Administration is to make the American dream of busi-
ness ownership a reality. Franklin Savings Bank shares this same goal, officials said. For more than 150 years, the team at Franklin Savings Bank has been providing resources to start, grow and preserve local businesses. Based in Farmington, the bank has branch offices in Jay, Rangeley, Rumford, Skowhegan, Wilton and Ellsworth.
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Local Community Events Calendar
DECEMBER / JANUARY EVENTS AND SPECIAL PROMOTIONS HAPPENING IN DECEMBER & JANUARY
While events and gatherings are not advised there are still things you can do while safely following social distancing practices. Go for a walk, get outside You can leave your homes in most cases, just practice social distancing, if you’re not under curfew or shelterin-place orders. Doctors say fresh air and exercise are good for not only your physical health but also mental health, USA Today reported. You can walk around your neighborhood if you live in the suburbs, go to a park, go hiking or go jogging. One place you should avoid is a playground. If you do end up on a playground, make sure you wash your hands and don’t touch your face, USA Today reported. See a concert A lot of artists are holding livestream and virtual concerts. Go on a safari Zoos are putting up their animal cameras. The Cincinnati Zoo has a “Home Safari Facebook Live”. Get some culture The Metropolitan Opera is streaming nightly. Broadway HD also has about 300 classic musicals, plays and shows, according to Cosmopolitan. BroadwayWorld is also posting clips of stars singing songs from popular shows. You can also visit a museum without leaving the comfort of your home.
TURNER PUBLISHING RECOMMENDS CALLING ANY EVENT TO CONFIRM BEFORE ATTENDING. Dec. 24 — Buckfield Community Church Christmas message and caroling, outdoors, 6 p.m., 76 Turner St., Buckfield, masks and social distancing observed. All invited. Is your life unhappy due to the effects of someone's drinking? You are not alone! Al-Anon: Help for families and friends of alcoholics. Toll free: 800-498-1844 Maine: 207-284-1844 AIS (area information service) - ais@ maineafg.org
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AAA Promotes Parental Involvement During National Teen Driver Safety Week This week is recognized as National Teen Driver Safety Week, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This week is a reminder to begin and/or and continue safe driving conversations with your teen driver. The awareness week serves as a time to remind parents about the importance of having conversations with their teens about the dangers they face. It is also a week to remind parents about how important it is that they model safe driving behaviors. In 2018, there were 2,121 people killed in crashes involving a teen passenger vehicle driver (15-18 years old), of which 719 deaths were the teen driver. Nearly two-thirds of people injured or killed in a crash involving a teen driver are people other than the teen behind the wheel (i.e. other drivers, passengers, pedestrians, etc). In fact, in 2018, there were an estimated 88,000 teen drivers injured in motor vehicle traffic crashes, and an estimated 256,000 people injured in crashes involving a teen driver, accounting for almost 10% of all those injured that year. Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for teens 15 to 18 years old in the United States. Recent AAA research has found that for every mile driven, new teen drivers ages 1617 years old are three times more likely to be involved in a deadly crash compared to adults. This is largely due to their inexperience, and
their likelihood of engaging in risky behaviors. According to the new AAA Foundation Traffic Safety Culture Index, about 72 percent of teen drivers aged 16-18 admitted to having engaged in at least one of the following risky behaviors in the past 30 days:
• Driving 10 mph over the speed limit on a residential street (47 percent);
• Driving 15 mph over the speed limit on a freeway (40 percent);
• Texting (35 percent); • Red-light running (32 percent); • Aggressive driving (31 percent); • Drowsy driving (25 percent); and • Driving without a seatbelt (17 percent). The single most important step you can take to protect the life of your teen is to be actively involved in the learning-to-drive experience. Understanding the risks and knowing the facts will prepare both you and your teen for the road ahead. Even if it seems like they’re tuning you out, keep reinforcing these rules. They’re listening — your constant reminders about these powerful messages will get through.
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AAA’S TIPS FOR PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT Evaluate your teen’s readiness - Talk with your teen about personal responsibility, the ability to follow rules and any other concerns before beginning the learning-to-drive process. Set a good example - Your teen has been watching you drive for years, but you might want to step up your driving game now. Always wear your seat belt, obey traffic laws, never talk or text on the phone while driving and don’t speed. Varying conditions - Expose your teen to various weather, lighting and traffic conditions, as well as road types. By teaching under low-risk conditions and gradually introducing new conditions, you help your teen gain needed experience through practice driving. Sign an agreement - Create a parent-teen agreement that puts expectations and consequences in writing. Hang the signed contract in a visible place as a constant reminder about the rules of the road. Set limits & Understand the GDL Laws - Setting boundaries will clarify your expectations and can inform your teen’s decisions down the line. Know the teen driver laws for your state and remind you teen and their friends about the laws. Stay involved - Be active in the learning-to-drive process. Maintain an ongoing dialogue about your teen’s driving, appropriately restrict driving privileges and conduct plenty of supervised practice driving. Get Creative - leave a note in their car, send them a Snapchat or a text message (when you know they are not driving)
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Tips to stay safe when getting outdoors in Maine AUGUSTA — A broad coalition of Maine conservation groups, state agencies and outdoor brand businesses has launched a series of recommendations to help people safely enjoy fresh air this winter. While outdoor activities are great ways to stay healthy during Maine’s winter, it is important for everyone venturing to Maine’s public parks and land trust preserves to continue following COVID-19 health guidance, the group said. In addition, all should be prepared for short days, cold temperatures, snow and ice, and ever-changing, unpredictable conditions. “Our goal is to help create safe experiences for everyone,” said Amanda Beal, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry commissioner. “This partnership’s goal is to inform and remind residents and visitors that we can and should enjoy the tranquility and peace of our outdoors this winter while preventing the spread of COVID-19.” “Maine’s conservation and recreation communities, natural resource agencies, and outdoor brand leaders developed checklists to help us all enjoy Maine’s outdoors in ways that are safe and responsible this winter,” said Doreen MacGillis, chair of the Maine Land Trust Network.
Tips to take into account are:
available to give advice on appropriate clothing and equipment. Consider buying a Maine-made brand.
• Dress for success: Be aware of conditions and bring appropriate gear to match those conditions, including, snowshoes, ice grips, and plenty of layers to stay warm. Local outdoor stores are
even with six feet of separation, a mask will help keep everyone safer.
• Check before you go: While many conservation
lands remain open during the winter, access roads and parking areas may not be accessible. At the same time, conditions may not be safe or appropriate for desired activities such as ice fishing. Visit websites to see the latest information on closures and to learn about current conditions.
• Have a plan B: If the parking lot is full, the desti-
• Know what’s available: Consider visiting a nearby
when you leave home while exhibiting symptoms related to COVID-19, or if you have recently been exposed to the virus.
nation is too crowded. If your first destination has a busy parking lot, go to the next spot on your list. Do not park on public or private roads where snowbanks prohibit parking completely off of the road.
• If you’re sick, stay home: It puts others at risk
wildlife management area, or a less-trafficked state park, public land, or land trust preserve. (Maine Trail Finder is a great resource.)
• If you or friends or family are traveling from out
• Don’t take risks: Stick to familiar terrain to avoid
injuries, which add stress on first responders and medical resources. If you’re headed out alone, let someone know where you’re going and be especially careful.
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• Practice physical distancing: Stay at least six feet
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away from other people who do not live in your household. Step aside when passing other people on the trail and be considerate - it’s different than how you’ve experienced the outdoors in the past, but necessary as we try to stay safe.
of state, please adhere to Maine’s travel and quarantine guidelines.
“Getting outdoors is extremely beneficial to both your physical and mental health,” said Judy Camuso, Maine Inland Fisheries and Wildlife commissioner. “Enjoy Maine’s natural resources this winter in safe and responsible ways and we can work through this unique time together. Organizations partnering on the initiative are Appalachian Mountain Club, Forest Society of Maine, Maine Audubon, Maine Coast Heritage Trust, Maine DACF, Maine DIFW, Maine Land Trust Network, Maine Office of Outdoor Recreation, Maine Outdoor Brands, Maine Trail Finder, Maine Trails Coalition and The Nature Conservancy in Maine.
Postal Inspection Service lists scams targeting veterans Operation Protect Veterans, a joint crime prevention program created by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and AARP, is alerting the more than 17 million U.S. veterans to scams specifically targeting them.
These include: • Secret Veterans Benefits Scam: Veter-
ans are told they qualify for “secret” government programs or benefits that offer thousands of dollars. But first, they attempt to collect personal information or a fee.
• Pension Poaching Scam: Scammers
often offer veterans lump sum payments up front, in exchange for signing over all their future monthly benefit checks.
• Bogus Employment Scam: Scammers
post fake job descriptions to collect personal information from a veteran’s job application, or they charge an employment fee.
• VA Loan Scams: Offers to refinance VA loans at extremely low rates.
• Update Your File Scam: An imposter,
claiming to be from a government agency, attempts to get a veteran’s personal information to “update their file,” so they can maintain their benefits.
• Aid and Attendance Scam: Veterans
(or their family members) receive an offer to move their assets into a living trust so that they can qualify for financial assisted Iiving benefits.
According to research conducted by AARP, veterans are twice as likely as the
general public to be victims of scams. What can veterans – and those who care about them – do to prevent being taken advantage of by scammers? The Postal Inspection Service advises every veteran do the following:
• Visit the Postal Inspection Service’s
website (www.uspis.gov) to learn about scams targeting veterans and what they can do to prevent becoming a victim.
“Veterans have access to special benefits and share a special bond that scammers know and use to take advantage of them,” said Chief Postal Inspector Gary Barksdale. “The Postal Inspection Service works hard every day to stop scams targeting veterans, but we need everyone to
become better informed, so they can help spread the knowledge to the veterans they know and love. I encourage all Americans to make this article the start of learning about, and helping to spread information on scams targeting veterans.” For more information on scams targeting veterans and other scams, visit www.uspis.gov.
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Richard H. Pierce Memorial Scholarship applications now available Established in honor of Maine Education Services founder Dick Pierce, who passed away in 2011, the Richard H. Pierce Memorial Scholarship are awarded based on merit and financial need. The goal is to provide support for students who might not otherwise continue their post-secondary education without financial assistance. Scholarships are awarded on a renewable basis for up to four years. In order to receive renewable rewards, students must earn a minimum of 12 credits per semester and maintain at least a 2.5 GPA.
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Check out the Brother Product Guide 2020 catalog on the Western Maine Machines website RUMFORD — Check out the Brother Product Guide catalog for great discounts on sewing, quilting, embroidery machines and accessories. The link for the catalog can be found near the bottom of the front page of https://wmemachines.com/. Just click on the image and a new tab of the catalog will pop up. Also check out some of our other links of products with great deals. Like the link to the Miele website, just above the Brother catalog, and the Elna catalog link just above that. Western Maine Machines is a commercial and industrial equipment supplier. We are hard working Mainers, just like you. We want to support our family and our community and have invested in quality products. Our sewing machines, vacuum cleaners and supplies are top quality, nothing you can find in the local chain stores. We provide machines that have a long life-span and have the best warranties in the industry. We also are built on service. We are able to maintain and service what we sell and any other make & model of machine. For us to better serve our community, we want and need your input. Let us know how we can help you and our neighbors here in Western Maine. After all, that’s why we’re here. Please browse our website or visit us in person. We want to earn your business. We’re located on the island in downtown Rumford on the corner of Canal and Exchange Street (43 Exchange Street). You can also call us at (207) 507-1257 or fax (800) 220-5703.
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AARP offers resources to combat loneliness AARP Maine has compiled helpful resources for Mainers who may experience loneliness this winter, as well as a resource guide for caregivers. Even in the best of times, social isolation is a problem. In Maine, more than 135,000 people 50 and older live alone and are at a higher risk of experiencing social isolation. In addition, many Mainers currently do not have access to high-speed internet and are left with little or no connection to family and friends.
Now, the COVID-19 pandemic has made it clear that personal connections are both immensely valuable and sorely missed. Let’s work together to prevent Mainers from becoming socially isolated this winter! We may have all scaled back our personal interactions to stay safe, but that doesn’t mean we have to be alone. Check out the AARP guide inserted inside this newspaper, and you’ll discover resources to address social isolation including AARP
Friendly Voice calls, technology trainings, volunteer opportunities, and more. We have also included a resource guide for caregivers. With many organizations offering different types of help and services, it can be a challenge to sort out the specific type of help or services best suited for your needs. No matter where you are in the continuum of caregiving — starting to plan, helping to coordinate a big move, or taking care of a family member in your home—this resource guide
BBB warns of online holiday craft fair scam PORTLAND — The holiday shopping season is upon us. With the pandemic, many local in-person events, such as popup holiday markets or craft fairs, have moved online. Scammers are creating phony copycat events that charge for admission and steal your credit card information.
a website or social media page where vendors can post photos of their products and links to their websites. Be careful here too! Some consumers reported to BBB that they the clicked the links provided, thinking they lead to an online shop. Instead, the sites downloaded malware.
How the Scam Works:
Tips to avoid holiday event scams:
You hear that your city’s annual holiday market or another shopping event will be held virtually this year. You search for it online and find a social media post or event page. Besides moving online, one other big thing is different this year. The event, which has been free in the past, is now requiring a paid ticket. You enter your credit card number and personal information, such as full name and address. Unfortunately, the “ticket” is a scam. The event information you found was posted by scammers and not affiliated with the real holiday market. Con artists are creating fake event pages, social posts, and emails to confuse attendees into sharing their credit card information. In another twist on this scam, some virtual holiday markets have
follow the link provided.
• Use a credit card. When making
any purchases, use your credit card. This way if anything gets charged that wasn’t supposed to be, you can file a claim with your credit card company.
• Keep your receipts. Make note
of all of your purchases and save your receipts. If you have a question about a product or need to make a return, you will have the vendor’s information readily available.
• I s there an admission fee? Visit
the event’s website to see if you need to purchase an admission ticket for the virtual event. If not, watch for scammers trying to claim otherwise. If this happens, message the event coordinator to help prevent other virtual attendees from being scammed.
• Research vendors and the host.
If the event is unfamiliar to you, research the host and list of vendors ahead of time. While virtually browsing from booth to booth, make sure you are only clicking on the links provided. If you are unsure if a shop is legitimate do an online search for that vendor’s store rather than
• Know the return policy. Before
making a purchase, ask the vendor what their return policy is so you will not run into issues after the holidays.
For more information Read more about holiday pop-up shops and event scams on BBB.org. Find out more about online event scams on Event Industry News. Click here for BBB’s tips for buying tickets to an event. If you’ve been targeted by this scam, help others by filing a scam report at BBB.org/ScamTracker.
will provide a starting point to help you find the resources and support you need throughout your caregiving journey. The goal of this guide is to help people get the type of assistance they need, including government and nonprofit resources both in-person and online. Visit our website at aarp.org/me, where we post health and long-term care resources, news and updates, events, and more. If you have any questions, email us at me@aarp.org or give us a call at (866)-554-5380.
THE AMATEUR WORD NERD
Avoid this habit like the plague By Barbara McAlister Word of the Day: Cliche “Cliché” comes from a French word that has come to mean something over-used and not very original. It’s similar to a stereotype, but stereotypes are over-generalizations of a particular group of people or things. To say “The grass is always greener on the other side” is a cliché because it’s often heard, trite and not especially original. To say men are better at gardening than women is a gender stereotype, assuming a general over-simplified trait common to a whole group. Both words come from the French name for tools used in the printing trade. “Stereotype” is named for the French adjective stéréotype, meaning a firm or solid impression. This became the term for a kind of relief printing plate. The cliché was a block mold supposed to have made a clacking noise as it struck the plate, named from the French word clicher, which originally meant “to click.” Today “cliche” translates to “stereotype” in French. It is thought that the two words evolved their meaning because the typeset produced the same thing over and over and over without change. While the meanings of cliché and stereotype are similar, they are distinct. To use either tends to be identified with negative qualities, so successful writers avoid clichés like the plague.
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MOVIE REVIEW
'Fatman' Lucas Allen (Saban Films/Ingenious Media) Traditionally, movies about Santa Claus offer a happy and family-friendly approach to the mythical Christmas icon. But then there’s a small number of titles, like the controversial slasher film “Silent Night Deadly Night” and the Billy Bob Thornton comedy “Bad Santa,” that dare to por-
tray the holidays in a darker light. Now we have the newest dark comedy, “Fatman,” also trying to do something different beyond Santa having a bad day. After this film, you’ll never think of St. Nick the same way again, especially when he’s packing heat. The holiday season has not been kind to Chris Cringle (Mel Gibson) -- his yearly business is facing low income because of the amount of kids being naughty. Despite the overall support of his wife, Ruth (Marianne Jean-Baptiste), the job has started to take a toll on him and his outlook on the world. Desperate for cash to stay afloat, he reluctantly agrees to have the U.S. government use his base of operations to develop technology for the
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military. Surprisingly, Cringle’s elves are happy enough to get some work done. Meanwhile, a precarious and psychotic 12-year old boy named Billy (Chance Hurstfield) gets a lump of coal for Christmas and now he wants vengeance. He hires a hitman (Walton Goggins) to try to locate Santa somewhere up north and put a bullet to his head. The trained killer actually has a personal vendetta against St. Nick and uses the job to finally get even. After driving for miles while leaving a body count, the hitman finally finds the fat guy for a final showdown at the big man’s hideout. With 2020 being a very ugly year, here comes a holiday movie to remind us
that even the holidays are not safe from the horrors of reality. From beginning to end, every scene is like looking at a cloudy and rainy afternoon not knowing when the sun will ever come out to shine. But for those who think it’s too glum for their liking, the film mixes it up with off-the-wall humor that helps lighten the mood. Written and directed by Ian and Eshom Nelms, these filmmaking brothers carry a tight balance between dark comedy and holiday drama carefully and amicably. Despite the advertisements to sell the idea of a gun-toting Santa Claus, there’s hardly any violence up until the climax where the bullets do start flying. Up until that point, the movie
is a clever anti-Elf before it hit you with a different shift towards a modern spaghetti western. The final confrontation between Chris and the Skinny Man is worthy of Sergio Leone, with the snowy backdrop and quietly haunting music that’s surely effective. Also, the ending is surely a big payoff worth bookending the film. Gibson is the perfect choice to bring a hard-nosed interpretation of Mr. Claus, who’s full of remorse and regret but with a little heart. Not only is the “Lethal Weapon” vet still proving himself, it will also have fans feeling nostalgic for his glory years in the action genre. Goggins gets to have some fun in the assassin role playing both cold-hearted and
playfully funny. Jean-Baptiste also brings some heart into the Mrs. Claus role, while Hurstfield plays a real tyrant of a spoiled brat with a mean streak this side of “American Psycho.” Only the most grown-up Christmas movie fans will find something to like about “Fatman,” as the most darkly-toned holiday comedy in existence. Love it or hate it, it’s worth watching for how timely and relevant about this season and this past year. On that note, hope you’re having a very merry Christmas and a hopeful New Year. THE MOVIE’S RATING: R (for bloody violence and language) THE CRITIC’S RATING: 3.5 Stars (Out of Four)
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RANGELEY — The Rotary Community night of giving, was a huge success. Thanks to all who donated! Many donors sponsored an RLRS class which allowed each student a chance at a tree. Funds raised will go to help our friends and neighbors during this challenging time. We want to thank all those who
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