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Soldier comes home

WINSLOW – Less than six months after he left his hometown for basic training at Fort Benning, Ga., Jacob Soucy, of Winslow, spent two weeks home with his family on Christmas leave from the U.S. Army. Soucy, who says he was inspired by his father to join the military, is now serving as a Cavalry Scout, a combat-ready unit, in southern Germany – as did his dad. Steve Soucy served in Iraq, and Jacob is quite aware that deployment might be in his future. “I’ve wanted to be in the military since I was five or six years old,” Soucy said while sitting with his girl friend, Madison Roy. “My dad was my biggest inspira-

tion. When I turned five he was just getting back from Iraq. I didn’t understand at the time, but I wanted to be like him.” Steve Soucy appreciates his son’s attitude. “I’m comfortable with it,” he said, “despite the angst rega rding deployment, which is high.” For t he time being, mother Kimberly was just thrilled to have her son back. “It’s great,” she said. “He didn’t know when he left if he was going to be here for Christmas. Two weeks is going to go by fast.” For t he time being, Soucy, his girl friend and the rest of the family made themselves at home at the family meeting spot, two streets away. Like his brothers, Soucy has spent much

time at the home of grandmother Kathy White, Kimberly Soucy’s mother. Roy said there was plenty of emotion to go around when Jacob came home. “I’m happy and excited that he’s here,” said Roy, a nursing student at Southern Maine Community College. During basic training, Soucy and Roy had to keep in touch via “snail mail,” as his phone privileges were limited. He left home on July 30. “I’ll never forget that day,” Roy said. Soucy trained to become a 19 Delta Cavalry Scout, a solider who is assigned to go ahead of his unit, watch and observe – to prepare his unit for a mission. He will be on the lookout for everything, including terrain and weapons.

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“I’m proud of him,” Roy said. “It’s not easy doing this.” Soucy spoke of the discipline that has come so suddenly into his life. “Life is totally different – eating, everything,” he said. “It’s all structure. Waking up early, and training. We hold our mugs tight to our chests going to the chow hall, just like we would

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Jacob Soucy, on leave from the U.S. Army for Christmas, poses with his family in front of the Christmas tree in their Winslow home. From left are brother Shaun, mother Kimberly, Soucy, his father Steve and his brother Austin. holding a grenade. It’s like muscle memory. Everything’s for a reason.” Soucy is in the first year of a three-year hitch. The possibility is high he will sign another contract, and become career military – like his father. “Yeah,” he said, “that’s the plan.” Steve Soucy is understandably proud. “As I rapped up my career, I instilled in him what it means to be a soldier and serve our country,” he said. “He really latched onto that. He’s doing exactly what I did, and that makes it that much more special.”

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Jan. 26 — Samuel James performance, 7:30 p.m., Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center, 280 Water St., Gardiner, 207-582-7144. Jan. 26, 27 — Open musical auditions for Maine's Got Talent, 1-4 p.m., Community Little Theater, 30 Academy St., Auburn. Open to all performing artists who live in Maine, including out-of-state students attending Maine schools, must be 16 or older, visit the Maine's Got Talent Facebook page, call 207782-2150. Jan. 28 — French Film TV5MONDE-Days continues with "Super Lola," a comedy from France, 6:30 p.m., Gendron Franco Center’s, 46 Cedar St., Lewiston. Jan. 29 — Colby College professor Michael Burke memoir, personal essay workshop, 4-6 p.m., Waterville Public Library, limited to 20, registration required, tellingthetruthmemoirs.eventbrite.com. Jan. 29 — Forester, author Laurie Apgar Chandler, "Upwards," 6:30 p.m. Baily Library, Winthrop. Jan. 30 — Ribboncutting at new adult reading space, 6 p.m. Underwood Library, 2006 Main St., Fayette, free, open to public, light refreshments. Jan. 31 — JobsInME career fair, 3 to 6 p.m., Hilton Garden Inn, 14 Great Falls Plaza, Auburn, 207-5916259. Jan. 31 — "Your Money Personality" New Ventures workshop on attitudes toward money and how it affects decisions, 6-8 p.m., Lewiston’s Adult Education office, register 207-7536531, newventuresmaine. org.

Jan. 25 — PechaKucha Night Waterville, Volume 30, Colby College, Waterville, reception at 6:20 p.m., presentations at 7:20 p.m., free and open to the public, https://www. facebook.com/PKNWaterville Jan. 26 — Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry will hold the 10th annual youth ice fishing derby, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Lake St. George State Park, 278 Belfast-Augusta Road (Maine Route 3). For more information, call 207-589-4255 or visit http://www.maine.gov/ lakesaintgeorge. Jan. 26 — Franklin County hand gun course, Sheriff Scott Nichols, $20, pre-registration required, limited to 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Wilton Fish & Game, U.S. Route 2, 207-778-3690, email Borthwick@myfairpoint.net. Jan. 26 — Lisbon Parks and Recreation Winter Fest 2019, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, Beaver Park. Free, open to the public, shuttle van. 207-353-2289, www.lisbonme.org/parksrecreation. Jan. 26 — Soup and Chowder Fest, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., East Otisfield Free Baptist Church, 231 Rayville Road, one mile from State Route 121. Jan. 26 — Auburn United Methodist Church will hold its monthly bean supper, 5 p.m., 439 Park Ave. Entertainment provided by the Park Avenue Pickers, beginning at 4:30 p.m. The cost is $8 for adults; children ages 6 to 12 are $4; children under 5 are free. For additional information, please call the church office at 207-782-3972. Jan. 26 — 1937 version of 'A Star is Born,' free, open to public, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Canton Historical Society, 25 Turner St., cantonmehistorical@gmail.com.

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Feb. 2 — Please join us for First Saturday, 9 a.m.12 p.m., at Cary Library's Williams House, 14 Old Winthrop Rd., Wayne. Check out the new additions to the book sale and the boutique. While you are here, try our cinnamon buns, scones or quiche. All proceeds benefit the Wayne Library Association. FMI, call 685 3612. Feb. 2 — Mechanic Falls Historical Society ham and turkey supper, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Mechanic Falls Tyrian Masonic Lodge 73, 474 South Main St., $8, $4 12 and under, 207-345-3134, erikspetersons6@gmail. com. Feb. 2 — Community Winter Cookout, 5:30 p.m., Congregational Church of East Sumner, 50 Main St., East Sumner, donation for meal accepted, baked goods and household items raffle, 207-388-2609, 207-3882263. Feb 2 — Wine and Cheese reception, 4:30-6 p.m., for new photography exhibit by Sue Murphy, Carrabassett Valley Public Library & Community Center, 3209 Carrabassett Drive, #3, Carravassett Valley, Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday noon to 3 p.m, 207237-3535. Feb. 4 — Litghow Library Open Mic Night, signups begin at 5:45 p.m., free, open to public (show may include adult content), Feb. 11 snow date, Lithgow Library, 45 Winthrop St., Augusta, 207-626-2415, www.lithgowlibrary.org. Feb. 4 — Public meeting to discuss Mills Foundation grant acceptance, 6 p.m. at the Rome Town Office, 8 Mercer Road Rome, ME 04963. Discussion will focus on acceptance of a public service Community Development Block Grant. TDD/TTY users may call 711. If you are physically unable to access any of the town’s programs or ser-

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vices, please call 207-3974011, so that accommodations can be made. Feb. 7 — University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Maine State Beekeepers Association five-week beginner bee school, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Thursdays, through March 7, Springvale Public Library, 443 Main St., Springvale; register by Jan. 30, 800-287-1535, 207-3242814, or elizabeth.clock@ maine.edu. Feb. 7 — Author Galen Morrison, “Beyond the Smoke: The Story of Gray Fire Rescue," 6:30 p.m., Gray Public Library, 5 Hancock St., free, open to public, light refreshments, books available for purchase. Feb. 9 — Cabin Fever Book and Bake Sale, 8 a.m.-noon, New Gloucester Library, 379 Intervale Road, blizzard date Feb. 16, 207926-4840. Feb. 9 — Family Winter Fun Day, 10 a.m. to noon, Curtis Homestead Conservation Area, Bog Road, Leeds, hosted by Kennebec Land Trust. Feb. 13 — UMaine Cooperative Extension Oxford County free workshop on native bees 1 to 2 p.m., at 9 Olson Road, South Paris; preregistration required, 207-743-6329 or email extension.oxford@maine.edu. Feb. 13 — "Music Be the Food of Love," Sur Lie restaurant, 11 Free St., Portland, 6 p.m., 800-320-0257. Feb. 14 — LA Metro Chamber Breakfast, 7 a.m., Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch, Great Falls Plaza, Auburn,register at

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MONTHLY MEETINGS AUBURN: Androscoggin County Republican Committee, second Thursday every month, Auburn City Hall. 207-576-9096. 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, 207803-9987. 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. RANDOLPH: Prayer Shawl Ministry knitting/ crocheting group, weekly, 9-10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, Randolph United Methodist Church, 16 Asbury St., 207767-3024.

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Maine Women’s Memorial Challenge seeks state’s female veterans AUGUSTA — The Maine Bureau of Veterans Services is partnering with Joy Asuncion, Maine’s ambassador for the Women in Military Service for America Memorial Foundation for the first Maine Women Veterans Memorial Challenge, a statewide, community-led drive to register all eligible female veterans from the state, past and present, for recognition on the Women’s Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C. The Women’s Memorial is the only major national memorial honoring all women who have defended America throughout histor y. The Women’s Memorial was founded in 1997 and has 266,000 female veterans registered out of the three million women who have served or are serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, starting with

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and may be completed online at www.womensmemorial. org. Those without internet access can register via paper forms, which may be requested by contacting Joy Asuncion at 207-930-5640 or joyasuncion@roadrunner. com.

“Women veterans’ legacy of service should be remembered,” said Asuncion, who served in the U.S. Navy and achieved the rank of senior chief. “For me, registering wasn’t just because I’m an American military service member, I did it for my fam-

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Local photography on exhibit at Carrabassett library C A R R A B A S SETT VALLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Carrabassett Valley Public Library & Community Center recently announced a new photography exhibit, by local photographer Sue Murphy, during the months of January and February. A wine and cheese reception will be held Saturday, Feb. 2, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Murphy says she has â&#x20AC;&#x153;dabbled in photographyâ&#x20AC;? since she was a teenager, but her interest was piqued by an older brother

who was always popping around a corner with his camera to catch a candid shot. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He had an in-home dark room where he developed black and whites, and though I was never involved in the chemical processes, I remember the smells of developing, and was always intrigued by how you could capture a moment in time and slowly see it come to life.,â&#x20AC;? Murphy recalled. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A photo, to me, takes what might otherwise be an ordinary

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Planning your budget in 2019

Living well depends on how well you plan! Do the words, “New Year’s Resolutions” spark feelings of anxiety for you? Have you made resolutions in the past you just couldn’t keep up with? Did you create a “How to” plan when setting those goals for yourself? According to a Business Insider survey, 80 percent of New Year’s resolutions fail by February, which can be mostly attributed to goal setting that is way too aggressive and a lack of planning. If your goal is to become more financially stable in 2019, New Dimensions FCU suggests you create a customized plan that works for you and your family. Keep in mind that one plan does not fit all families or situations. Whether it’s building a sizable savings account, paying down debt, contrib-

uting to a retirement plan or tackling costly projects, it’s easiest to start with the basics. Here are some ideas to help you build a viable plan for your financial goals in 2019: • Create an effective household budget – If you don’t have a monthly budget or an updated one, start there. This is an opportunity to take inventory of your net income and a list of monthly expenses. This must include discretionary spending, too. If you need help crafting your budget, our Director of Financial Education, Tanya Verzoni, would be glad to assist you. • Have an open, honest conversation – If you live with someone and share expenses, you must sit down and discuss goals together. The success rate of accomplishing a goal greatly increases when everyone is on the same page. Discuss

cur. •F ocus on the positive – Failure happens, but if you can learn from your mistakes, you will find it’s easier to get back on track once you make corrections. It helps to remember “why” you created the goal, to begin with.

your goals and then decide which bills to pay first. Creating a plan to tackle these bills together will make the journey easier. If you have children, get them involved in the process. • S et your goals and how you will reach them – If

your goal is to pay down debt, first review your budget to determine how much money is left over each month. You will use these left-over dollars to tackle your debt. Some people find it more motiving to pay down small debts first so that they can

cross them off the list. It’s up to you! • Check on the progress of your plan monthly – Is it still working? If not, ADJUST! If you experience a decrease or increase in income, adjust your budget and reassess your goals each time any changes oc-

At New Dimensions, we know paying down debt, creating budgets and saving money can be difficult. That is why you need to know staff members are available to guide you along your road to financial success. If you would like to receive assistance on reaching your financial goals, please contact Tanya Verzoni, director of financial education at 1(800) 326-6190. We wish you all a healthy and prosperous 2019!

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V. Paul Reynolds The New Year is almost always a welcome event, even if we are all a year older. The slate is clean. As we look ahead, it’s a lot like a field of virgin snow. As we move on, the tracks we leave will take us to unseen ground. This is especially sweet for outdoor people with an affinity for exploration, for finding what is just beyond the hill, or on the other side of the cedar swamp. Move on, yes. But don’t forget to check your backtrack!

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Looking back at 2018 Animals do it for survival. For the rest of us contemplative bipeds, who struggle for understanding and perspective, a check of what already took place can often divulge clues or insights into what lies ahead. Let’s check that backtrack for the Maine outdoors, circa 2018. For ice fishermen, the winter of 2018 could not have been more action-filled with some bragging size fish put on the ice. Tunk Lake gave up a 40-inch, 25-pound Togue (lake trout) to Ryan Bridges. Although that fish doesn’t eclipse the longstanding state record lake trout that topped 30 pounds from Beech Hill Pond, it was a jaw-dropping catch by today’s standards. Equally impressive was a 12-pound landlocked salmon. The lucky

angler isn’t telling where he caught it. Shucks. Not to be out done, another angler iced a 23-pound Muskie at Wilson Pond in Monmouth. The safety record for snowsledders was not good. More than a dozen snowmobilers died on the trails. There was good news for spring anglers. The Fish and Wildlife Department, concerned that not enough fish were being caught on waters in the Allagash Waterway, liberalized bag and size limits on trout in the waterway. The bag limit went from two to five trout and, surprisingly, the legal length limit on brookies was reduced from 12 to 6 inches. The fall hunt was memorable with good harvests of moose and bear, not to mention a good tracking snow for

the November deer hunt. The deer harvest was in excess of 32,000, which was notably above projections and the best figure in 16 years. For the first time in Maine, deer hunters 65 and older were allowed to hunt any season with a crossbow. There were some other notable blips on the outdoor news radar screen: 1) In Quebec, a captive whitetail deer was found to be infected with Chronic Wasting Disease. CWD is an issue in the West and will be watched closely by state game managers. 2) Well-known Downeast guide Lance Wheaton was named Legendary Maine Guide of the Year. 3) The Veazie Salmon Club was brought back from the brink of extinction, and 4) The Maine Coastal Forest Partnership announced

the purchase and preservation of a number of Downeast coastal wildland parcels totaling more than 17,000 acres. Finally, during 2018, the Maine outdoor community lost a number of dedicated and talented outdoor acquaintances. We will all miss Tom Hennessey, a nationally recognized sporting artist and writer from Hampden, who died in late December after a battle with a blood disease. We’ll also miss Grand Lake Stream bush flyer and longtime outdoor columnist Steve Takach and popular author, game warden and humorist John Ford. Both men wrote monthly columns for the Northwoods Sporting Journal for many years. We also lost a renowned fly fishing legend and the author of 24 fishing and casting

books, Lefty Kreh. He was known by friends as “Will Rogers in waders.” For sure, in the fly fishing community and wherever anglers gather to improve their casting techniques, he will not soon be forgotten. Lefty was 93. All in all, and despite the loss of friends, 2018 was a good year to be an outdoors person in the state of Maine. Now let’s see what the New Year brings. 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.

The Healthy Geezer By Fred Cicetti Many of the causes of our illnesses are inherited from our ancestors. Almost a third of known diseases have genetic links, including colon cancer, heart disease, alcoholism and high blood pressure. A medical genealogy or medical family tree can reveal

patterns. If you have prepared a medical genealogy and found a disease seems to run in your family, you might want to consider genetic testing. This form of testing can help you plan. DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid, is in the genes you get from your parents. DNA guides the cells in your body. If your DNA contains a mutation, you could develop a medical condition. A test can reveal mutations that raise the risk of developing a disease. Positive results for certain diseases can induce

people to take preventive action, such as surgical removal of endangered organs. About 900 genetic tests are now offered by diagnostic laboratories. The tests cost from less than $100 to a few thousand dollars; your health insurance may not cover testing. Testing usually requires a blood sample but may also require hair, skin or other tissue samples, such as cells from the inside of your cheek. Genetic testing should be viewed as a fallible tool. A positive result for a mutation doesn’t mean you’ll get a

disease, and a negative result doesn’t mean you are immune. Multiple mutations can cause a disease, and multiple genes can be responsible for a single disease. There are gene changes that develop without any link to your ancestors; they happen because you smoke or get too much sun or sometimes for no known reason. If you decide to try genetic testing, remember that what you learn about yourself could be reassuring, but it could also be upsetting. Genetic testing is a subject

to discuss first with your personal physician. You may be referred to a medical-genetics specialist trained to interpret the results of tests. To find genetics professionals in your area, contact the National Society of Genetic Counselors at www.nsgc.org or the American Society of Human Genetics at www.ashg. org. To find more information about the medical conditions present in your family and about support groups, contact the Genetic Alliance at www. geneticalliance.org. You may also want to con-

sult a lawyer to protect your interests. Results of genetic tests are usually kept in your medical records. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) is a federal law prohibiting discrimination in health coverage and employment based on genetic information. 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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Eastwood is pretty much playing the same character from “Gran Torino” — a Korean War veteran with a bigot streak. The big difference is Earl’s light jabs at the current generation and their overreliance on smartphones. It’s hilarious to see Eastwood do things in the movie you never thought he would do at his age, like mingling with the younger crowd. But that’s a good thing because it adds levity to the drama without causing a tonal shift. Not only does he once again perform well in front of the camera, he also does double duty as director, proving that he does great work at any age. His eye for detail and his knack for style carries the production with great professionalism. There are some

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slow parts, but Eastwood keeps things interesting without boring the viewer. The movie ends in a nontypical Eastwood fashion that may surprise longtime fans, but it works in a logical sense based on where it went from the start. All in all, it’s a solid yet well-produced film that only a master craftsman can do. Like his other directed movies, Eastwood gets to act with other really good actors for an ensemble experience. He manages to make the familiar character he plays more likable and light-hearted, different from his usual array of performances. His real-life daughter Allison, along with Wiest and Farmiga, give basic but plentiful performances as part

of a family struggling with emotional issues. Cooper and Pena also add to the cast with the former getting to spend some of his scenes together with the legend after their previous collaboration American Sniper. “The Mule” is simply crowd-pleasing Eastwood that works in any age range. It probably won’t get recognized during awards season, with a number of issues that could hurt its chances. But for all its worth, a lot of you will see it and come out of it amazed that someone as old as Eastwood can still make a good movie. THE MOVIE’S RATING: R (for language throughout and brief sexuality/nudity) THE CRITIC’S RATING: 3.5 Stars (Out of Four)

Farmers from New Gloucester, Auburn, Norridgewock recognized in corn contest WALDO — Maine corn grain growers saw their highest yields in the 2018 National Corn Growers Association yield contest according to University of Maine Cooperative Extension professor Rick Kersbergen, who supervises the contest with UMaine Extension associate professor Caragh Fitzgerald. “2018 proved to be an exceptional year for corn g rowers,” Kersbergen said. “With a long, warm

season and a record-setting number of growing degree days, Maine growers did exceptionally well, with the highest yield that I have ever recorded in my history in Maine.” Ryan Crane and Crane Brothers Farm Inc., in Exeter produced more than 278 bushels of corn per acre from a Livermore field to top the state yield in all categories. Other noteworthy yields were from Tyler Bartlett of New

Gloucester and Jim Hilton of Norridgewock, conventional tillage and nonirrigated category; Alexander Hilton, Norridgewock, for no-till nonirrigated; Jon McCrum, Bethel, for notill irrigated; and Jon McCrum and David Bell from Auburn, conventional tillage and irrigated division. T he Nat ion a l C or n Growers Association organizes the annual contest and requires growers to follow strict guidelines

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Esport expert hired to spearhead new program at Thomas College ESports refers to organized, multiplayer video game competitions, particularly between professional players and teams. WATERVILLE — Thomas College eSports recently announced the hiring of ex-World of Warcraft pro Martin “Anderzz” Schelasin to spearhead its new program. Thomas College launched one of the first varsity eSports programs in New England. Tournaments at Thomas begin this month. “I am incredibly excited about the potential for Thomas College Esports. Taking the helm of a program at such an early stage, with such excitement behind it, only the sky’s the limit,” said Schelasin. “There’s no understating how much I look forward to creating a program and community at Thomas College that can serve as a gold standard and roadmap for esports-loving schools across the country.” Born in Vermont but a nearly life-long Mainer, Schelasin comes from a storied background in esports. While still attending Scarborough High School just outside Portland, Schelasin began converting a long-held passion for video games into a voraciously pursued outlet for his competitive drive. Within a year of serious competition, he achieved Top 10 rankings in both the 3v3 and 5v5 formats of World of Warcraft Arena. Shortly thereafter in 2009, Schelasin was sponsored to compete in WoW on an international level. Jumping forward, after graduating from high school, Schelasin began his first two years of University at Southern Maine Community College. At that time, he began developing a fan site for his game of choice — League of Legends. The resulting website and organization, Cloak n Dagger Gaming, quickly became the leading online resource for the 3v3 format of League. After running CnD for just under a year and in preemption of transitioning to a four-year school, Schelasin liquidated CnD and its assets negotiating a sale of all its content to one of the larg-

est organizations in the industry. After the sale of CnD, Schelasin transitioned his focus to academics at the University of Southern Maine. While studying there, he self-taught foreign currency trading and, harkening back to his roots, found himself back in online competition. In 2015, Schelasin achieved first place out of over 215,000 global competitors in the Investopedia ForEx Tradition Challenge which tests competitors’ currency trading abilities against live numbers with simulated portfolios. At the same time, in his formal studies, Schelasin learned the complex systems simulation technique of System Dynamics. In 2016, Schelasin’s capstone project using that technique, an operational analysis of a business incubator co-authored with his professor, was selected for publication by the International System Dynamics Society and was presented by Martin at the society’s annual conference in Delft, Netherlands. After graduating, Schelasin began working as an analyst with a Portland-based family-office private equity firm. After two years of work with that firm, Schelasin was increasingly drawn back to his lifelong passion of esports. At that point, in Spring 2018, Schelasin co-founded an esport-focused start-up, I/O Energy, while looking for other opportunities in the field, ultimately taking an immense interest in launching the brand-new program at Thomas. Schelasin will be working with prospective players for Thomas’ teams through winter break to begin competing early in 2019 across multiple games and platforms. For more information on Thomas College eSports visit www. thomas.edu/esports/. Celebrating its 125th anniversary, Thomas College offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in programs ranging from business, entrepreneurship, and technology, to education, criminal justice, and psychology. Its Guaranteed Job Program, the first of its kind in the nation, is built on students’ academic, career, and leadership preparation. Thomas is also home to the Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation and the Center for Innovation in Education. In 2017, Money Magazine ranked Thomas 23rd of all colleges and universities in the country for adding the

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It’s never too early for financial literacy

By Jac Arbour

As a kid, did you ever hear your parents say that? In many homes across America, it was once a very common response when the topic of money was brought up. How many classes did you take in middle school or high school that taught you about money? By the time you graduated, how many classes taught you about IRAs, 401(k)s, investments, tax deductions, renting an apartment versus buying a home, paying for a mortgage biweekly versus monthly, using credit cards and building your credit, buying investment property with no money down, leasing a car versus buying one, and so on? For many people, the answer is none. Zero. Nada. Not a single class. So where do people get educated about money? Where does a per-

son’s belief system about moneywhat it is and what it is not-come from? The answer is, it comes from our household when we are growing up. If money is not discussed in the home, financial skills usually go completely unlearned by the next generation. In turn, when these kids become adults, they are often uncomfortable or unqualified to discuss money with family members and their own children. Lack of financial literacy contributes to the mountains of college loan debt, maxed out credit cards, and negative savings rates epidemic here in our country. We need to bring financial literacy into our schools as well as our homes. Not long ago, I gave a talk to a class of high school juniors here in Maine. I quickly confirmed the

Two hands went up. Fourth question: “Who here thinks that saving a million dollars is hard to do?” All seventeen hands went up again. Interesting.

effects of social conditioning on the group’s beliefs about money: My first question to the seventeen students was, “Who here thinks a million dollars is a lot of money?” All seventeen hands went up. Second question: “Who here would like to have a million dollars?” Fifteen hands went up. Third question: “Who here thinks that he or she will be worth a million dollars at some point in their lifetime?”

I then shared with the students that, if an eighteen-year-old could save and invest $2,045 per year (an amount all seventeen students agreed was reasonable) at an 8 percent rate of return, they would each pass the $1 million mark at age sixty-five. Eyebrows lifted and ears perked up. Then I asked the question again: “Who here thinks he or she will be worth a million dollars at some point in their lifetime?” Seventeen hands went up. It is really that easy to change a person’s belief in their own ability? Yes, with the right information. The simple scenario I shared

with these students demonstrates just one form of financial literacy, but it is an important one because it plants seeds of hope in today’s youth. They can realize they already have one of the most valuable assets when it comes to investing: time, which brings with it the power of compound interest. Consider giving the gift of financial literacy to your kids and/ or grandkids. Tell them some stories from your personal experience to teach them money concepts, or introduce them to an advisor. Let’s stop leaving the next generation’s relationship with money to chance. See you all next month. Jac Arbour, CFP®, ChFC®. Jac Arbour is the President of J.M. Arbour Wealth Management. He can be reached at 207-248-6767.

Title L-A, Skowhegan organizations win tourism grants AU G U STA — T h e Maine Off ice of Tourism recently awarded over $46,000 in the fall 2018 cycle of Tourism Enterprise Grants, including to organizations in Lewiston-Auburn and Skowhegan. The grants are designed to fund smaller or focused tourism-marketing projects of permanent, non-profit organizations whose primary purpose is to promote and expand tourism in Maine. “The Office of Tourism is focused on elevating Maine’s brand and marketing the state as a des-

tination, but we are also charged with supporting the growth of the industry in our state. By boosting the efforts of our industry partners on the ground through these grants, we are strengthening the assets of Maine’s tourism industry overall,” said Steve Lyons, director of the Maine Office of Tourism. The fall 2018 grant awards support a range of tourism marketing efforts. In Lewiston-Aubur n, the Bates Dance Festival received $10,000 in funding to support efforts to build cultural tourism in

Lewiston/Auburn. In Somerset County, the Wesserunsett Arts Council received $3,877.50 to support the Somerset County Rural Cultural Plan. The 2019 Cheese, Brews, and Bread event will expand from an afternoon of sampling cheese at to a full day of local food experiences, demonstrations, and workshops that will culminate in a festival in downtown Skowhegan. Other winners were: Visit Freeport received $8,250 to promote the Maine Pumpkin Trail, joining forces with Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens and the trail’s founding

members, Maine Maritime Museum and Damariscotta Pumpkinfest & Regatta. The partners plan to leverage each other’s assets to increase new visitors, visitor spending and encourage longer stays. The William A. Farnsworth Library and Art Museum received $9,250 in support of efforts to brand Rockland as a major art destination for travelers to Maine, with unique “Rockland - Art Capital of Maine” -branded activities and sites. Abbe Museum received $10,000 to expand the reach of the Abbe Museum Indian Market - both before and after the May event - contrib-

uting to the wider tourism goals of the region. Projects include a podcast and online press room. The Nor ther n Forest Center received $2,450. In partnership with the Moosehead Event Marketing Committee, the center will coordinate and support the cooperative marketing of 10 events that attract visitors and boost visitor spending to the Moosehead Lake region. Main Street Bucksport received $2,500 infunding to promote the fourth annual International Maritime Film Festival (IMFF) scheduled for September 27-29, 2019. The goal of this project is to grow the festi-

val audience and financial stability. “The award recipients were selected based on the potential of the project to increase tourism in Maine beyond the immediate region, project sustainability, and the organizations’ ability to execute successfully,” said grant manager Hannah Collins. The spring 2019 Tourism Enterprise Grant cycle will open in April. Online application forms will be posted at MOTpartners.com at that time, with grant requests due by mid-May. For more i n for mat ion rega rd i ng MOT’s marketing grants program contact Hannah. Collins@Maine.gov.

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It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take long for visitors to Oregon to admire its varied landscapes, intriguing chapters of history and reputation as a cornucopia of tasty fruits, vegetables and outstanding wine. At the same time, Oregon is as much a lifestyle as a destination. Laid-back and laissez-faire were among the words crossing my mind shortly after I arrived. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very accepting of various lifestyles,â&#x20AC;? a thirty-something woman told me. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A lot of eccentric characters live here,â&#x20AC;? repor ted a n over-50 year-old man whose gray hair was twisted into a pony tail. The diversity characterizing Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s populace translates to its landscapes, ranging from rugged ocean coastline to dense forests, from glaciers to desert, from grassy prairies to volcanoes. That variety provides a wide choice of things to see and do. Some people choose to visit wineries offering samples of their products, which are advancing in the world of f ine wines. Others

Spiesschaert Farm - original Oregon Trail conestoga wagon. delve into history. The Lewis and Clark expedition, which traveled through the Oregon Territory (1804-1806), was followed by a wave of farmers, hunters and others. As word spread about the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inviting characteristics, a growing number of people took what became known as the Oregon Trail, accepting the daunting challenges it presented. The route, which ran over 2,000 miles from its start in Missouri, was the most heavily used trail in the westward expansion. Visitors today may follow sections of that trail and others, which provide an immersion in various aspects of the local lore. The Hood River County Fruit Loop leads to farm

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nent and on-loan pieces. Hillsboro and Forest Grove are among communities hosting monthly art walks, when shops extend their open hours and local artists showcase their work. Art also enhances outdoor spaces throughout Portland, Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest city. A collection of statues ranges from the Greek god Orpheus to Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt. Visit i ng Por tla ndâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neighborhoods is a good way to experience what the city has to offer. The Alberta Arts District is home to quirky galleries. Houses in the Old Town district, where the city was born in 1843, display ornate cast-iron scrollwork and filigree along with human and animal figures. The Pearl District has evolved from a setting for warehouses, light industry and railroad yards to a collection of art galleries, specialty stores and upscale residences. Strolling the streets also helps visitors understand the attitude and atmosphere unique to the city and its residents as well as how it continues to cling to much of its small-town charm. Another inviting attraction is the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s col-

lection of parks and gardens. Hikers find wilderness in Forest Park, crisscrossed by 30 miles of trails. Council Crest Park sits on a 1,073-foot high hill which offers dramatic views over the city. Mount Tabor Park occupies the only extinct volcano within city limits in the continental United States. Against the multi-hued shades of green provided by parks, gardens add dramatic splashes of color. The sprawling International Rose Test Garden, which contains 400 varieties of roses, is a major reason Portland is known as the City of Roses. The Lan Su Chinese Garden is an oasis of winding paths, ref lecting ponds and a graceful tea house. Lovely gardens, towering mountains and forested fields are among att ractions beckoning people to visit Portland and all or Oregon. Nearly two centuries ago, hardy pioneers braved extreme hardships to seek a better life there. The trip today is much less strenuous, but the rewards can be just as satisfying. For information about visiting Oregon call 800547-7842 or visit traveloregon.com.

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Skowhegan Hoop Scoop SKOWHEGAN — The Skowhegan boys and girls basketball teams have participated in several matchups as part of the 20182019 hoop season. Boys’ varsity action: Mt. Blue held off Skowhegan 57-54 in varsity action. Marcus Christopher scored 22 points and 10 rebounds. Matush Prokop added 10 points and 11 rebounds to lead Skowhegan, Chase Carey had four points and five boards. Carter Hunt had four points and three assists; Kyle Kruse also added four points to the stat sheet. Skowhegan vs. Lawrence — Marcus Christopher scored 18 points, had four reboounds, three assists and two steals. Matush Prokop added 11 points, 14 rebounds, three assists and a steal. Tyler Elliott added eight points for the boys, but Skowhegan fell 63-55. Skowhegan vs. Brewer — Marcus Christopher scored 25 points and cleaned the glass nine times. Matush Prokop added nine points and 14 rebounds to lead Skowhegan, but Brewer won 49-44. Chase Carey added 10 rebounds for Skowhegan. Skowhegan vs. No komis — Marcus Chris-

topher scored 18 points, pulled down 10 boards, had three assists and three steals. Carter Hunt had 13 points and Chase Carey added 10 points to lead Skowhegan to a 47-34 win over Nokomis. Skowhegan vs. Erskine — Marcus Christopher scored 17 points and had five rebounds. Carter Hunt drained a pair of three-point shots and had three assists and two steals. Jimmy Reed added five points and three assists, but Erskine came away with the win, 42-40. Matush Prokop and Kyle Kruse combined for 12 rebounds and five assists. Tyler Elliott added five rebounds for Skowhegan. Skowhegan vs. Messalonskee — Marcus Christopher scored 13 points and Matush Prokop added 11 to pace the varsity to a 44-29 victory over Messalonskee. Carter Hunt had three treys, Chase Carey added six points and six rebounds, while Christopher added seven boards and Elliott added six more. Boys’ junior varsity action: Skowhegan High School’s junior varsity won its season opener 4938 over Mt.Blue. Christian Weed scored 13 points, pulled down 10 rebounds, and had two steals. Jacob

Steeves added 11 points and an assist. Levi Obert chipped in eight points, seven boards, four assists and three steals. Skowhegan vs. Lawrence — Levi Ober t scored 15 points and had seven rebounds, while Jacob Steeves added 13 points and 4 rebounds. Reese Buzzard added six points and six rebounds. Law rence won 51- 46. Marcus Hampton added eight boards and six. Skowhegan vs. No kom i s — L ev i Ob e r t scored 13 points and had five rebounds; Christian Weed added 11 points and four rebounds; and Cade Washbur n and Jeremy Mora each scored nine points to lead Skowhegan to a 60-40 win over Nokomis. Mora and Washburn each had four rebounds. Caleb Johnson chipped in his four rebounds, plus three assists and four steals. Skowhegan vs. Messalonskee — Levi Obert led the way with 23 points, three assists and three rebounds a 45-44 win. Drayke Belanger netted seven points. Christian Weed added six, and Marcus Hampton added a three-pointer, five rebounds, two assists and a steal.

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Boys’ freshman action: The Skowhegan freshman defeated Mt.Blue 5324. Dennis Neal scored 15 points, had six rebounds and seven steals. Payson Washburn and Joey Godin each chipped in nine points apiece and Drayke Belanger added eight to lead the freshmen to a convincing 53-24 victory over Mt.Blue.

scored 14 points, had four rebounds and two steals. Annie Cooke added 13 points, eight rebounds four assists and six steals. Jaycie Ch r istopher chipped in nine points, six boards and an assist to pace the way for Skowhegan as they defeat Nokomis 50-37. Sydney Reed and Alyssa Everett each scored five points.

Skowhegan vs. Brewer — In a heartbreaking 36-35 loss, Reese Danforth scored a team high 17 points and had 13 rebounds, Emily Dunbar and Logan Wing each scored seven points; Logan Wing added five rebounds and three steals, while Emily added four boards, two assists and four steals.

Girls’ varsity hoop action:

Skowhegan vs. Erskine — Jaycie Christopher scored 24 points, had eight rebounds, six assists and two steals, and Annie Cooke added 20 points, nine rebounds and four steals to lead the way for Skowhegan as they defeat Erskine 82-33. Emma Duffy scored nine points, Sydney Reed added seven points, f ive rebounds, four assists and two steals. Mariah Dunbar chipped in six points and four steals. Sydney Ames scored five points and had five assists and five steals. Alyssa Everett added six points and four steals for the girls.

Skowhegan vs. Waterville — Logan Wing scored 13 points, draining three from beyond the arc, while Reese Danforth added four points, with the team falling short 30-21.

Skowhegan vs. Hampden Academy — Annie Cooke scored 33 points and pulled down 11 rebounds. Sydney Ames added seven points, five rebounds and three steals to lead Skowhegan to a 50-35 win over Hampden. Sydney Reed chipped in four points. Jaycie Christopher cleaned the glass 13 times for Skowhegan. Skowhegan vs. Lawrence — Sydney Ames scored 13 points, had seven rebounds, two assists and four steals. Jaycie Christopher added 11 points and 14 rebounds to pace the varsity to a 46-28 win over Lawrence. Sydney Reed added 8 points. Mariah Dunbar grabbed five rebounds, had four assists and two steals. Skowhegan vs. Brewer — Alyssa Everett led the way with 21 points and 11 rebounds. Annie Cooke added 13 points, six rebounds, four assists and two steals, defeating Brewer 59-34. Jaycie Christopher chipped in seven points, five boards, six assists and two steals. Mariah Dunbar had five points, seven rebounds and three steals. Skowhegan vs. No komis — Sydney Ames

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Skowhegan vs. Erskine Academy — Logan Wing drained four treys en route to a 16 point night. Hailey Paquet added 10, while Reese Danforth and Sam Bonneau added eight points each to lead the JVs to a 43-42 win over Erskine. Other notables included Jordan Rugan with five rebounds and five assists with two steals. Danforth grabbed seven seven rebounds, two assists and three blocked shots. Wing added five rebounds, two assists and three steals. Emma Smith chipped in five boards and a steal. Riley Fitzpatrick and Emma Smith each scored a team high five points. Reese Danforth and Sam Bonneau each had four in a 41-20 loss. Other stats include Jordan Rugan with four rebounds and an assist, Smith with three rebounds, an assist and two steals and Danforth with three rebounds. Hailey Paquet pulled down f ive rebounds and had four assists and three steals.

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Kringleville 2018

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By Mark Huard A message from the North Pole to the good people of Kringleville, Maine USA! It was certainly another magical season at Kringleville in the welcoming city of Waterville. 2018 was full of surprises. We had Elsa visit Kringleville twice and Santa’s cabin was hopping the day two bunny rabbits visited Santa and Mrs. Claus. We even had mini Santas and elves in training visit the Kringleville cabin. Mrs. Claus was sure to teach them about minding their Ps and Qs. Once again, this season it was proven that Christmas is for all ages and all walks of life. Many visitors traveled from near and far to visit Santa. There were visitors at the Kringleville cabin from across the state of Maine who traveled miles and miles to see Santa and others who visited Santa from out of the state and even out of the country. The greater Waterville area visitors continue to be loyal to the tradition of visiting Kringleville. This season we saw 2017

Christmas miracles come true in 2018. We also witnessed the heart of Christmas when Kringleville’s new mascot Keiki Katie had cash donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital pour in. Kringleville continues with the support of the Children’s Discovery Museum led by Amarinda Keys. Year after year, Kringleville has more and more visitors line up to visit with Santa. Visitor after visitor commented to Santa and Mrs. Claus that though the wait was long, once you’re inside the cabin you feel the magic of Christmas making it well worth the wait. Hearing it was “WORTH THE WAIT” again and again made Santa and Mrs. Claus feel like visitor’s time in the cabin was special for each individual. Thank you to Kringleville’s major sponsors Central Maine Motors Auto Group, Colby and Selah Tea Café in Waterville for your generosity in ensuring that the Kringleville tradition in Waterville lives on. We also recognize that GHM Insurance, Portland Pie Com-

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visit to Kringleville. Please bundle up with a winter coat, hat, mittens, warm boots and an umbrella just in case. Kringleville goes through a lot of facial tissue and hand sanitizer each season. Please be prepared to wait in line outdoors. Be sure to collect your handpainted Kringleville collectable ornament season after season to remember your visit to Santa’s cabin. Each ornament is a unique hand painted collectable made for all by Santa and Mrs. Claus with donations to help children who are not well at St. Jude Children’s Hospital. The parade of lights is always scheduled for the Friday after Thanksgiving and is a jolly good time for Santa when he arrives to Kringleville from the North Pole. This season a special arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus was seen by those at the parade of lights in Waterville, when Santa arrived in a horse drawn carriage. Thank you to Cathy Simmons with Belle, Captain and the two volunteers who escorted the carriage down Main Street in style.

The elves were certainly hard at work in the North Pole making toys for all the good little boys and girls. The Central Maine Photography elves, Cinnamon and Cinnamon stick were busy at Kringleville in the cabin taking photos of folks who stopped to tell Santa their Christmas wishes. Santa wants everyone to keep in mind that Christmas isn’t something you should celebrate once a year. The spirit of Christmas should live in our hearts year round. So, take Santa’s advice and be good to your brothers and sisters, your friends and neighbors, and all who you are with until Santa sees you again… That means mom and dad too! Remember, he knows if you’ve been bad or good, which makes a difference for his naughty or nice list. So, be good listeners and be kind to one another always. Santa and Mrs. Claus look forward to seeing you all next season when they arrive for the 2019 Parade of Lights. Keep Christmas in your heart!

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Motivational quotes for a new year of health

Jodi Cornelio

Live Long, Live Well Jodi R. Cornelio, AS, BA, MBA Nutritionist, Personal Trainer and Motivational Speaker jcornelio@turnerpublishing.net

Is this year going to be your year for a healthier, happier you? If so, it’s all about your head, not your body. You need to tell yourself who you’re going to be and what you are going to do every day to become that person.

If you think it, you will become it. Tell yourself who and what you are ever y d ay i n a ver y positive statement, and your body will follow where your mind goes. Surround yourself with positive thoughts and positive statements. You ca n even put posters around your house with motivational statements. Some of my favorite motivational quotes are: “You get what you work for, not what you wish for.” “Strength doesn’t come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming

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You’ve been telling yourself for weeks, months, maybe years that you have to start working out. You finally make the commitment. One week in, you’re wondering why the only thing you notice is sore muscles. How long do you have to bust your butt before you seem some results? Here’s what my strength coach Andy Wight says: “I usually tell people it takes four to six weeks to see results. The first two to three weeks there’s generally a lot of soreness for a few days after a workout. A week or so

the thing you once thought you couldn’t.” “Discipline is doing what you know needs to happen even if you don’t want to do it.” Tell yourself you are strong and disciplined and willing to work for it. Talking to yourself in a positive manner will keep you on track with your goals. Stay away from the negative naysayers or the teasers who try to derail your program. Put yourself first when it comes to your health. Not having time for your health is a poor excuse b e cause goo d hea lt h

gives you more time on this earth. Start every day by saying to yourself, “YEAH! I’m going to feel great today, I get to work out and I get to eat healthy.” Feeling good is not negative, so why should working out and eating right be a punishment? It should be something to appreciate every day. Telling yourself that you get to work out and you get to eat healthy is so much more positive than saying “I have to work out and I have to eat healthy.” Celebrate good health and make it enjoyable and positive.

Here are some more fun quotes to keep you motivated in 2019: “Create healthy habits, not restrictions.” “The only bad workout is the one that didn’t happen.” “I’m not losing weight, I’m getting rid of it; I have no intention of getting it back.” “I never regret it when I work out and eat right; I regret it when I don’t.” “When I eat like crap, I feel like crap.” “You’re not going to

get the butt you want by sitting on it.” Well, maybe I can spin that in a more positive way: “I’m going to get the butt I want — I’m going to stand up and walk.” Think of your workouts as an important meeting you made with yourself, bosses don’t cancel and successful people don’t quit, they conquer. Have a healthy and Happy New 2019. Live Long Live Well. Jodi Cornelio is CEO of Turner Publishing, as well as a certified trainer and nutritionist.

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later, the soreness isn’t as bad and you can recover more quickly. That’s also when people start feeling stronger. “They may also start to see some weight loss. It’s not so much losing pounds, but their clothes feel different — they feel a little bit looser, that sort of thing. “What ver you’re doing, the most important aspect of fitness is consistency. The more consistent you are and the more you do on a regular basis the more likely you’re going to succeed. “When they’re trying to do it on their own, people generally give up after three to four weeks. It’s a shame.

They give up right at that turning point where they’re going to start to see some results. “I urge people not to get discouraged. Getting in shape is a process that takes time and practice. It’s not going happen overnight. Nobody ever got fat from eating just one candy bar and nobody ever lost weight just eating one salad. It’s consistency and it’s time.” I can vouch for what Andy said. I started working out with him in January 2017 and the first few weeks, I was sore. Week four, I came up with multiple excuses not to exercise. I simply didn’t

feel like making the effort. I’m so grateful I stuck with it because I feel so much stronger and better. You can do nothing better for yourself than being active. Whatever you do, make sure you enjoy doing it and please, don’t ever give up before you’ve barely even started. If you want to know more about AW Strength & Conditioning in Westbrook Maine, check out their website. And, good luck! 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.

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Maine teacher of the year nominations sought AUGUSTA — As part of the Maine Department of Education’s ongoing efforts to highlight Maine’s outstanding teachers, nominations are now open for the 2019 County Teachers of the Year and 2020 Teacher of the Year. Members of the public are encouraged to nominate educators who demonstrate a commitment to excellence and nurturing the achievement of all students. Nominations can be made through the Maine Teacher of the Year Website starting through Monday, Feb. 4. To be considered, a teacher must:

• h old the appropriate professional certification for the position,

• b e employed by a Maine public school – including a

public charter school or publicly-supported secondary school,

• b e actively teaching students at least 50 percent of fulltime at the time of nomination and during the year of recognition, and

• h ave a minimum of five years teaching, three of which are in Maine.

The eventual winner serves as an advocate for teachers, students, and the efforts underway in Maine’s public schools to prepare students for success in college, career and civic life. Maine’s recently named 2019 Teacher of the Year, Joseph Hennessey, an English teacher at Piscataquis Community High School in Guilford, was selected from more than 300 entries and included recognition as the 2018 Piscataquis County Teacher of the Year. In addition to Hennessey, the other 2019 state finalists include Connie Russell, a teacher at Mabel I. Wilson School and 2018 Cumberland County Teacher of the Year, and Shana Goodall, a teacher at Orono High School and the 2018 Penobscot County Teacher of the Year. The 2020 Maine Teacher of the Year will be selected from the 16 county honorees. The field will be narrowed to eight semi-finalists and then three state finalists before the ultimate winner is announced by Maine’s Education Commissioner at a surprise school assembly in the fall.

The Maine Teacher of the Year program is administered by Educate Maine, a businessled organization whose mission is to champion college, career readiness, and increased education attainment. Funding is provided by Bangor Savings Bank, Dead River Co., Geiger, Hannaford, the Maine Lottery, and Pratt & Whitney with support from the State Board of Education and the Maine State Teacher of the Year Association. The Teacher of the Year program is no cost to taxpayers. Bangor Savings Bank reimburses the winning educator’s school district for the cost of substitutes while the Teacher of the Year is out of the classroom on their official duties, which includes travel throughout the state, a week at NASA Space Camp and a visit to the White House. For more information about the Maine Teacher of the Year program, visit www.maine.gov/doe.

Chamber music to pair food at restaurant PORTLAND — The Portland Chamber Music Festival will present “Music Be the Food of Love,” an expansion of its Salon Series, bringing worldclass chamber music out of the concert hall and into the heart of the city’s foodie scene. The event will take place Wednesday Feb. 13 at 6 p.m. at Sur Lie restaurant, featuring an evening of delicious

food and great artistry in a sophisticated yet relaxed social setting. In addition to artistic director Melissa Reardon on viola, the evening features flutist Sooyun Kim (Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center), violinist J Freivogel (Jasper Quartet), and cellist Gregory Beaver (Chiara Quartet). “Music Be the Food of Love” is designed to

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Fairfield Cops Care For Kids Program, another great year! By Mark Huard FAIR FIELD — Once again Fairfield police officers carried out their annual Cops Care For Kids program, wearing Santa hats and delivering wrapped presents from their cruisers to 226 kids in 108 Fairfield households on Dec. 20. This tradition was started by Kingston Paul in 2006. At its inception, Paul purchased all of the gifts and wrapped them himself to ensure more of the children in the community were able to have enjoyable Christmas memories with their families without worrying about financial stress. The program has grown over the years and become an activity law enforcement employees take pride in carrying on. Officers met earlier in the month and spent a long evening in the town office basement wrapping presents for the event. The program now has an application process sent out through the school systems. It is no

longer limited to struggling households and has been expanded to reach any Fairfield child. The officers focus on giving back to the community they love and spend so many hours protecting. The officers recognize community outreach is a critical part of there job. They want children and adults to be able to join together, and their is nothing like magic of the holiday season to inspire good will among everyone. Though Paul has passed away, his heartfelt sentiment has continued. Paul donated $20,000 to the program, which has assisted in creating a stable program with longevity. Despite the large donation, officers still donate weekly to the cause out of their own pockets. The Fairfield Police Department has a vision of eventually expanding the program in hopes of focusing on community togetherness. They hope to hold an event at the community center allowing officers and families

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longer period of time. These positive experiences are life changing for children adding positive memories and positive interactions with law enforcement. The vision is one of holiday treats, officer elves, a holiday movie and whatever else will bring a smile to the face of our children. The officers will not retire their “sleighs” though, as they will still do home deliveries to those not willing or able to attend the event.

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Chamber, KV Connect team up to host informational meeting WATERVILLE — MidMaine Chamber of Commerce and KV Connect will host “Meet the Reps,” an event that brings members of the public together with elected officials at all levels of government, Wednesday, Feb. 6, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Chace Community Forum, 150 Main St., (Bill & Joan Alfond Main Street Commons). The two organizations renewed their partnership for the upcoming legislative session in order to continue to encourage communication between business and community leaders, professionals and

young professionals, and their government representatives. The series is free and open to the public, but registration is requested. Contact Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce at 207-873-3315 or programs@midmainechamber.com if you plan to attend. This series is possible thanks to the sponsorship of Central Maine G row t h C ou nci l a nd Kennebec Savings Bank. Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting and advocating for business prosperity and

regional economic improvement. Its region includes the towns of Albion, Belgrade, Benton, Branch Mills, Burnham, Chi na, Cli nton, Fai rfield, Hinckley, Oakland, Rome, Shawmut, Sidney, Sout h Ch i na , T hor ndike, Unity, Vassalboro, Waterville, Weeks Mills and Winslow. Legislators and councilors from all of these towns and cities have been invited. For more information on the Mid-Maine Chamber of Com merce, i nclud i ng how to become a member, call 207-873-3315 or visit www.midmainechamber. com.

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Small towns lead to big questions John McDonald

We’ve all heard the complaints from folks — mostly those from away— about life in small towns. These people go on as if someone cared about how they could never live in a small Maine town because small town people are too nosy and these people wouldn’t feel comfortable knowing that everyone in town — even people they didn’t know — knew everything they were up to. Makes you wonder what they ARE up to. It’s true people in small towns are curious about the things people around them are doing. Some small-town

folks want to know everything about everybody in their small town. That’s why when some folks in small towns drive by a neighbor’s place they’ll risk going off the road when they slow down to check out a strange vehicle in the dooryard. If it’s a new vehicle, is it someone visiting or is it a new car? If it’s a new car, what did they do with their old one? If it’s a visitor, who is it and why are they there? What’s the story? Who can they ask for details? Those of us who’ve lived in small towns have all heard the questions and experienced these friendly “drivebys.” While standing around a local store chewing the fat and drinking bad coffee, who hasn’t heard someone pipe up and ask something like “Anyone know anything

about the strange car in the dooryard at the Merrill’s?’ or “Anyone know about the family that’s just moved into the Nelson place?” That’s when a friendly competition can begin. Who can reveal the most about what’s going on at the Merrill or Nelson place? Someone might start with “I hear the car at the Merrill place belongs to a relative from New Jersey on their way to the Maritimes. They had some time before they had to get the Cat in Bar Harbor so they stopped for a short visit. Don’t know much more than that.” Next will come information about the Nelson place. “I don’t know their names, but I heard the people who bought the Nelson place are from Connecticut some-

where and he was just hired up to the university to teach sociology or some such thing.” Following these openers someone else might add “Marge down at the post office said the new people at the Nelson place couldn’t be nicer. Their name’s Hagopian. Armenian. He just got his doctorate down there to Yale and this is his first teaching job. They say his wife is hoping to get a job teaching history at the high school.” Now the folks in the store are warmed up. Before long the assembled know how many kids the Hagopians have and their ages, because someone said Thelma was asked if her daughter Becky would be available to babysit. They also know how much they paid for the Nel-

Mary J. Prescott

Wyman and husband Jeffrey of Palmyra, and Marci Thomas and husband Joe of Canaan; son, Thomas L. Batchelder Jr. and wife Heidi of Madison; grandchildren Ashley Wyman, Heidi Wyma n, L oga n

Wyman, Andrias Wyman, Madwlynn Wyman, Kaycee Small, Thomas L Batchelder III, Tanner Batchelder, Bryson Batchelder, Mason Batchelder, Xander Batchelder; great grandchildren, Abyl Langley, Gannon Brown, Brea Small. There will be no visitation hours or funeral service. In lieu of flowers, friends may make donations in Mary’s memory to the American Diabetes Association, 10 Speen St., 2nd Floor, Framingham, MA 01701. Arrangements under the direction of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, Skowhegan.

store during normal times can sure come in some useful during a storm or another emergency. Because small town people know just about everything there is to know about their neighbors, they know who can take care of themselves and who’s likely to need some help. Rather than standing around wondering what to do during or after a storm, or waiting for the latest information from some television station, small town neighbors go out and get it done. John McDonald is ready to entertain at your next banquet, conference, convention or special event . Contact him at 207 240 8324 or maineauthor john.mcdonald@ yahoo.com.

Phyllis A. Ames 1944-2018

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SKOW H E GA N — Ma r y J. P rescott, 68, passed away Dec. 24, at her home. She was born Oct. 10, 1950, in Skowhegan, the daughter of Robert W. and Annie (Whitney) Butler. She was educated in the schools of Skowhegan and graduated from Skowhegan Area High School in 1968. She was employed for many years as a registered nurse at RedingtonFairview General Hospital in Skowhegan and Inland Hospital in Waterville. She enjoyed playing cribbage, reading and sight-seeing. Mary is survived by two daughters, Tammy

son place, where they got their mortgage, what renovations they’re planning and who’s been hired to do them. Living in small towns I never felt too uncomfortable knowing that my neighbors knew stuff about me. Besides, there wasn’t a whole lot I could do about it one way or another except maybe move to the city. So I did what everyone else in a small town does. I lived with it. I was thinking about small town “nosiness” the other day remembering how towns across Maine had to clean up from the wild Patriots Day nor’easter. It’s a known fact that when a nasty nor’easter hits, there’s no better place to be than a small Maine town. The same nosiness that has no apparent use when it’s being passed around a general

FAIRFIELD — Phyllis A. Ames, 74, passed away Dec. 27, 2018, at her home in Fairfield surrounded by her family. She was born Oct. 13, 1944, in Waterville, the daughter of Earl and Zenaide (Paradis) Gilbert. She was educated in Winslow schools and was employed for many years at Pleasant Hill as a cook and also worked at Scott Paper. She was a member of the VFW and St. John’s Church and enjoyed playing bingo, going to Foxwoods to gamble, playing cribbage, camping each year on China Lake and the annual trip to Old Orchard Beach with her gang.

Phyllis is survived by her son, Richard Willette of Fairfield; sister Beverly Quirion and husband James; grandson Phillip Willette; lots of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Earl and Zenaide “Rose” Gilbert;

husband, Eugene Ames; brothers Clarence Gilbert, Lawrence Gilbert and Carl Gilbert. The family would like to thank Beacon Hospice, Lakewood Rehabilitation and special thank-you to Lorna and Nezzie, her great PCAs, and many loving friends for all the care and support generously given to her and our family. In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in her memory to the Somerset Humane Society, PO Box 453, Skowhegan, ME 04976. Arrangements are by Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan.

Evelyn Leora (Bagley) Nichols 1936-2019

S KOW H E G A N — Leora (Bagley) Nichols, 82, died Jan. 4, 2019 at a Skowhegan nursing

home. She was born Aug.27, 1936, in Parkman, the daughter of Alphes and Myra (Getchell) Bagley. She graduated from P iscat a qu is Com munity High School, class of 1954. She worked for many years at a metal manufacturing plant in Connecticut, but was happiest when taking care of her children and grandchildren. Throughout the years, Evelyn enjoyed visiting with her family

and friends, especially her roommate, Merlene. She relaxed by watching her favorite television shows and enjoyed listening to music of all genres, but held a special place in her heart for “Elvis.” Evelyn is survived by two daughters, Katherine Sonntag and husband Arthur of Madison,and E la i n e Son nt a g a nd wife Roberta Bianucci of Florida; son James Nichols and wife Ann Marie of Connecticut;

sisters Ethel Pike of Wellington, Elaine Bussell and husband Homer of Parkman, Marilyn Currier and husband Hal of Parkman; brothers Ralph Bagley and wife Linda of Harmony, George Bagley and partner Wendy Nichols of Florida; grandchildren Kimberly, Brian, Brandy, Amanda, Eric, Melody, Jeremy, Jessica, Sean, Whitney, Keenan, William, Zachary, Cassandra and Joshua; 18 great-grandchildren; and

many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son, David Nichols; sister Pluma Pike; brothers Charles and Wayne Bagley; and her parents. The family would like to thank the entire staff at Cedar Ridge Nursing Home in Skowhegan for their many years of exceptional care and dedication to Evelyn “Evy.” A special thank-you to Beacon Hospice for keeping our mom comfortable until she journeyed to the Lord.

A graveside service will be held in the spring at the convenience of the family. I n lieu of f lowers, f r iends wish ing may make donations in Evelyn’s memory to Huntington’s Disease Society of America, 41 Weymouth Way, El lswor t h, M E 04605. Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan.

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How to make your favorite foods healthier

After the whirlwind of the holiday season, the season of resolutions takes over. Many people to resolve to live healthier, and they may not have to give up their favorite foods to do so. Research from the National Institutes of Health suggests American adults between the ages of 18 and 49 gain an average of one to two pounds every year. Grazing and overeating tends to increase when the weather cools down. A 2005 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that, in the fall, people tend to consume more calories, total fat and saturated fat. In the spring, people seem to prefer more carbohydrates.

In addition, less powerful sunshine in winter coupled with people bundling up translates into less vitamin D being absorbed by the body. Some researchers believe there is a link between vitamin D deficiency and weight gain as well. To ensure that certain foods do not sabotage healthy eating plans, people can employ some easy modifications and make healthier versions of the foods they like to eat. • Choose crunchy foods. Those who are prone to snacking can reach for noisy foods. These include crunchy items like apples, carrots and pretzels. Scientists say that when people listen to what they are chewing - called the

oils like olive or coconut sparingly. Many foods that are traditionally fried also can be lightly coated with cooking spray and baked for a crunchy texture. • Choose sodium-free seasonings. The USCA recommends limiting sodium to less than 1 teaspoon of salt per day. Try options like fresh herbs or lemon juice to add some sodium-free flavor. “crunch effect” - they eat less of that item. • Tone down the cream. Delicious dishes like fettuccine alfredo typically are made with lots of butter and

cream. Replace cream sauces with a healthier base made of low-fat milk thickened with flour. Increase the flavor with favorite spices.

• Increase fiber content. Fiber helps one feel fuller longer and can also be helpful for digestion and heart health. Choose the “brown” varieties of rice, pasta and breads.

• Fry with care. Use healthy

• Replace meat with leaner

forms of protein. Lean chicken, turkey and pork can replace red meats in many recipes. Some traditional meat dishes, such as burgers, also can be modified using vegetables or seafood. Lean meats dry out quickly, so keep foods moist by watching cooking times. • Stock up on yogurt. Greek and other varieties of yogurt can replace sour cream and mayonnaise in many dishes. Resolving to eat healthier can be easy by making some simple swaps when preparing your favorite foods. - Metro

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Get ready for your best year ever Britny Belskis

Britny Belskis has earned an associate degree in early childhood education and is continuing her ministerial studies at Southeastern University in Florida.

H a p p y N e w ye a r friends, Today we say goodbye to 2018, and hello to 2019. I don’t know how your last year was. You may have experienced the worst year of your life, or even have taken your first steps out into the water

for the first time. I want you to know that whatever you experienced in the past year doesn’t compare to the joy that is coming. Dear sweet friend, I declare that this year you will experience restoration, reconciliation and so much happiness. I believe that this year

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is going to be one that you will remember, and you will mark it down in your books as the year that everything changed for the good. If you got a diagnosis of some kind, I believe that you will experience the warm healing power that is brought with a smile, a laugh or a warm

embrace. If you have experienced hard times with family, friends or even employees, in 2019 there will bring in forgiveness and wholeness in all relationships. This year is going to be the year where families reunite, friendships will be re-established and

so much love will be all around. This year, get ready for the best year that you have ever experienced in your life. The holy one wants to show you all the blessings that he has for you. Be ready to breathe in the new and exhale the old.

Public Meeting Bureau of Parks and Lands Upper Kennebec Region Management Plan The Bureau of Parks and Lands, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry will hold a public meeting on Thursday, February 7, 2019, 6:008:00 PM, at the Quimby Middle School gymnasium, 263 Main Street, Bingham. Public comments are invited on the recommendations contained in this Management Plan, which addresses approximately 43,000 acres of public reserved lands, which includes the Holeb Unit (site of the popular Moose River Bow Trip), the newly acquired Cold Stream Forest Unit, and several smaller units between Bingham and the Canadian border. Contact Jim Vogel, Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands, 22 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333, (207) 287-2163, email at jim.vogel@maine. gov, for further information.

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White Mountain Gray Jays

Gray Jay eating a granola bar. Taken in Bean’s Grant, NH. December 30, 2018.

Gray Jay eating from my hand. Taken from Mount Jackson Bean’s Grant, NH. December 30, 2018.

Garret Carver photos

Gray Jay perched on trail sign. Taken in Bean’s Grant, NH next to the AMC Mizpah Hut. December 30, 2018.

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