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VOL. 184, NO. 25 JUNE 20, 2019 © 2019 The Calais Advertiser Inc. $1.50 (tax included) Eastport Hires Nurses Hold Informational Picket New Police Chief By Jayna Smith and though the decision was [Argir’s], the city council was The City of Eastport has a kept informed.” new police chief. City Man- Donahe had replaced Dale ager Ross Argir confirmed that Earle in the chief’s position. Peter Harris, who has been act- Earle was hired in October of ing as interim police chief, has 2015 and dismissed in Novem- been officially hired to lead the ber of 2017. city’s police department. When According to Argir, who appointed as interim police began his own employment chief this past April, Harris had with the City of Eastport just become the city’s ninth police six months ago, Harris was chief in the last 10 years. hired to the department in July According to Argir, the East- of 2018. Harris holds a Bach- port City Council voted 4-1 to elor’s degree from Atlantic hire Harris as Chief of Police Union College and is a graduate with a salary of $47,500. His of the Maine Criminal Justice appointment is subject to a one- Academy. year probationary period. Argir said of Harris in April As interim chief, Harris re- when Harris was assigned as placed Michael Donahe. Do- interim, “Though his appoint- nahe’s employment with the ment as interim chief is his first city was terminated in April. supervisory role in law enforce- At that time, Argir told The ment, I am confident he has the Calais Advertiser that he could skills, mindset, and integrity to “neither confirm nor deny lead the department.” Registered nurses and medical laboratory scientists at Calais Regional Hospital--joined by some com- why Mr. Donahe was fired, munity members--held an informational picket on Monday morning, June 17th. (Photo by Jayna Smith)
Downeast Broadband Utility Ahead of Schedule, Setting the Stage for Other Communities By Jayna Smith by Downeast Broadband Util- “It’s taken a lot of hard work, Serving Calais and Baileyville, economy. “Our residents soon ity, First National Bank, and great vision and leadership, DBU will provide “super high- will realize that it’s just a mat- Nearly 70 people were in at- Downeast Economic Develop- and a spirit of collaboration of speed internet” through dark ter of time that the dividends tendance for Downeast Broad- ment. our communities,” he stated, fiber network to businesses and will be reinvested back into band Utility’s Business After City Manager Mike Ellis with regards to the creation of residences in the two towns. our area which will eventually Hours presentation on Wednes- opened the meeting, com- Downeast Broadband Utility By making a fiber optic net- help everyone, regardless of day, June 12th. The public mending the efforts of both the (DBU). work accessible, a positive im- what tax bracket one may be meeting was held at Calais City of Calais and the Town “[DBU] is the first of its pact will be created, promising in,” Ellis said. Motor Inn and presented by of Baileyville for “agreeing kind, non-profit, open-access, to attract new businesses to the St. Croix Valley Chamber of to invest in themselves” when fiber optic network in the State area and creating higher paying (continued on page 2) Commerce with sponsorship other companies would not. of Maine,” Ellis explained. jobs, thus, boosting the local
City Looks to Install Electric Benefit Planned for Toddler Burned Vehicle Chargers Last Week By Kaileigh Deacon As Calais looks toward the future of Downtown and city By Jayna Smith 60% of his body. Every day brings advance- growth, one thing to consider is Wyatte’s aunt, Keri to be appealing to all potential A young Calais boy sus- Barnard, provided The ments in technology that tained serious injuries late last changes the way our days go visitors, including those with Calais Advertiser with electric vehicles. The council Wednesday afternoon, June an update on Friday, ex- and how our lives work. For 12th while sitting at a backyard a growing number of people, previously heard a presenta- plaining that his burns tion from Tesla that would campfire, according to the State are now considered the change comes in the form Fire Marshal’s Office. of choosing an electric vehicle install Tesla electric chargers in to be on 30% of his Calais. At the time the council Wyatte Chandler, age 1 ½, body. Wyatte, she said, over the traditional fuel run was sitting with his mother has been transferred to models. (continued on page 3) Courtnie Chandler when his Shriners Hospital. father, Joshua Barnard, poured (continued on page 2) a flammable liquid over the fire. The liquid pouring from • Calais School Committee – 2 the bottle ignited, at which time Wyatte Chandler, age 1 • Coutinho Still Missing– 5 Barnard instinctively dropped We meet/beat ANY competitor’s ad price! ½, was seriously burned • Radio Field Day – 11 the bottle, accidentally spill- on Wednesday, June ing some of the contents on 12th. A benefit spa- Prince Fresh Water Festival Wyatte. ghetti dinner with a – 16 & 17 The boy was transferred to Chinese raffle and a Calais Regional Hospital and 50/50 raffle will take • Writer’s Corner –19 then to Boston’s Mass General. place on Saturday, June • Wildlife Photos – 25 He was being treated with 22nd. (Photo courtesy of Check out prattcars.com burns originally reported as to the family) • Tom the Cat – 32 US Route 1, Calais • 207-454-0600 PAGE 2
service.” This, of course, will want to be kept accountable Broadband stimulate competitive pricing for our actions here. We want (continued from page 1) among providers, as customers you all to want our service. Dan Sullivan, President of can shop around for the best We want the competition to Downeast Broadband Utility, pricing and service options. come in and drive you to us,” told those in attendance that he “The taxpayers in these two he said. has “been inundated by other towns [of Calais and Bai- McAfee provided an expla- towns, from other states, how leyville] own that network, so nation of how the open-access we built this model, how did if an ISP (internet service pro- network will work. “DBU this work…” He said other vider) decides to no longer be owns the fiber, they run the area towns are very interested there, they walk out the door, construction, they are respon- in connecting to this network. another comes in because you sible for all the loans and con- A major benefit of fiber, own the infrastructure. That tracts, and they pay an operator Sullivan explained, “is its sym- is a huge, huge piece to this,” to manage the network,” he metrical capabilities, the fact Sullivan stated. And those said, adding that the operator that you get the same speed up internet providers leasing the is Riverside Electric. “You, as and down.” This eliminates network will generate revenue the customer, will never talk buffering and allows for the for DBU. to DBU… use of multiple devices simul- Also providing information “Then there’s an operator taneously without interruption, at the Business After Hours that’s responsible for plac- unlike with coaxial. With fiber event was Tim McAfee, CEO ing all the orders from the optic internet access, there are of Pioneer Broadband. Pioneer network, all the repairs, all no electricity disruptions as Broadband is the designer for of the operation, the money, with cable internet connection, the network and has been hired everything goes through this therefore, a more consistent as the construction and engi- operator. Then there’s the service. neering firm for the network, a retailer, that’s us, the internet Sullivan stated, “This par- project it won by bid. McAfee service provider. We’re going ticular network is called an presented the technical aspects to bring you services through open-access, dark fiber net- and updates of the project. that fiber.” work. There’s no signal in He informed the audience Retailers such as Pioneer it. All this is is a cable and a that once the project is com- Broadband will interact with Dan Sullivan, President of Downeast Broadband Utility, addresses plete and ready for customer the operator when a customer the audience at the Business After Hours public meeting held last telephone pole all around these week. (Photo by Jayna Smith) two communities. It’s then up access, Pioneer Broadband has called the retailer for ser- to an internet service provider will be DBU’s first provider. vice. “In no way does the like Pioneer, Axiom, GWI, “And we want more providers. owner (DBU) talk to the end- ber deadline, although some point, those ISPs can advertise and others to then sell you the We want that competition. We user. The towns deal with the areas could be ready as early for and hook-up customers. operator and the retailers. It’s as mid-July. More information and up- just a highway, but it’s a really As phases--or areas--are dates on Downeast Broadband big highway.” completed, DBU will take Utility can be found on Fa- Maps were shown indicat- ownership and notify all pre- cebook (www.facebook.com/ ing service locations. McAfee approved ISPs, a step taken to downeastbroadband) or its said it has taken 35 miles of ensure that no one ISP has an website (www.downeastbroad- fiber-optic cables in Baileyville advantage over another. At that band.com). and 47 in Calais. “We’re talk- ing about 85 miles of fiber Let us help you get your home ready for summer! that your communities have come together and desired and Toddler from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The cost funded and contracted to build. (continued from page 1) is $10 per person or $30 for a family and will include a Chi- And I’m happy to tell you that To help Wyatte and his fam- we are making great strides on nese raffle and a 50/50 raffle. WEEKLY DEALS! ily with medical and associ- Donations can also be made this project. We are ahead of ated travel expenses, a benefit schedule.” to Wyatte at Downeast Credit All American US Flag Kit Poly Tank spaghetti dinner is scheduled Union or by mailing a donation McAfee confirmed that the for this Saturday, June 22nd. It Sprayer DBU network will be open to Wyatte’s grandmother Jill will be at the St. Croix Bowling Barnard on his behalf, 55 Price and ready for access early this Club on Main Street in Calais fall, possibly before its Octo- Street, Calais, ME 04619.
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CA000001451 MVNO000006827 PAGE 3 Calais School Committee Closes Out School Year By Kaileigh Deacon positively received. volunteers. They also approved and recommendation, the Com- replacement could be hired. The Cobscook Communi- the hiring of the yearly advisors mittee adjourned into executive The Committee also broke into As June comes to a close, so ty Learning Center also held for clubs, classes, and organiza- session to discuss a personnel executive session to discuss the does the end of the school year. their end of year graduation in tions. The approval to hire all of matter. Upon reentering public salary for the Outdoor Adventure The Calais School Committee Trescott. This year there were these was unanimous. session Superintendent Jenkins Club advisor. When they returned held their June meeting last Tues- three students that graduated In order to start getting staffed recommended to the Commit- the committee stated that they day at the Calais Middle High and they chose to hold a smaller for the upcoming year, the School tee the hiring of Brittany Oc- had reached an agreement con- School Library. The first order of ceremony of their own rather than Committee needs to hire two chiogrosso for the position with cerning the salary and the agree- business was to go over the end participating in the Calais High Special Education Teachers for a vote of three and Celia Geel ment would be signed at the next of the year business. School graduation as they have the Calais Alternative School. abstained. regular Committee meeting when Superintendent Ron Jenkins done in the past. Their ceremony The committee heard the Super- The hiring for the central office it had been typed up. told the School Committee that took place last Monday at the intendent and Principal Carter’s will help with the staffing in the Unless immediate action is he heard nothing but compli- CCLC. recommendation to hire Lisa office which has been short since needed, the School Committee ments on the graduation cer- Even though the end of the year Tirrell for one of the positions a resignation. The office is still will not meet again until July 10 emony. The graduation featured is still in their minds, the School with all in favor. The second of recovering from the data breach at 6:30 p.m. in the Calais Middle the Huntley Brooks Drummers Committee started looking ahead the two positions was tabled until with the Ransomware attack High School Library. Should including three of the graduating to filling more of the vacant posi- a later date. earlier this year, Superintendent more immediate action be needed seniors as well as Dwayne Tomah tions within the Calais schools. The final position the Com- Jenkins told the committee. Up to on any item the Committee may performing a gathering song for The Committee approved the mittee heard a recommendation now, the office has been having call a special meeting in the in- the first time in 129 years. The hiring of the fall and winter sports on was the hiring for the vacant someone come in and help with tervening weeks. full end of the year ceremonies coaches. All the coaches were bookkeeping position in the cen- the payroll aspect of the Central for all schools went well and were returning coaches as well as the tral office. Prior to the discussion Office bookkeeping duties until a
on the project from Fielding swap with the abutting land- with the WasteWater Plant After Hours meeting, the DBU Electric Chargers Security as well as Black Bear owners that would allow the Sludge Container. The current decided to allow the early hook (continued from page 1) Security. The council agreed to ATV club a right of way access container has some leaking up for the Broadband Utility voted down the proposal not go with the lower bid of Field- across the back of these proper- issues. The council heard two as soon as the second week of only because it was specific ing Security to come from the ties. The Council felt that the options to either repair the cur- July for Lincoln, Washington, to Tesla vehicles but because undesignated fund balance. proposal should be presented rent container or to purchase North, and South Streets. City it was something they did not The system would include the in written form to see exactly a new one. The repair would Manager Mike Ellis told the believe the city needed at the installation of security cameras what the Club is looking at cost $2,547.48 to repair and Council that if things stay on time. and panic buttons. so that they can talk to the weld the current container. The track the project will likely Last Thursday night, Gordon The ATV club is still looking abutting landowners to gauge other option was to purchase a be completed by the end of Beck of A Climate to Thrive to do more with the Karplus their feelings on the proposal new container for $7,335. The the year rather than going into came before the council and property out on River Road. as well. No action on this was council voted 6-1 to repair and 2020. presented his proposal for The latest proposal would be taken at the time. weld the current container with The city council will meet installation of two electric that the City allow for a land The City is facing a problem Billy Howard opposed. again on June 27 at 6 p.m. vehicle chargers in Downtown The day after the Business Calais. Unlike the previous proposal, the new one would include chargers that would St. Croix Regional Stephanie Morrison work for any electric car, not Family Health Center just Teslas. Sales and Leasing There were two propos- www.mystcroix.org als put before the council Consultant on Thursday, both of which [email protected] would include free installation of the necessary equipment Please mention this ad and receive a free gift with test drive. for the charging stations and/ or the equipment itself. The 143 River Road first proposal would be that A Climate to Thrive would install Calais, ME 04619 the equipment for the city con- 207-454-0600 necting to the already existing power hookup, and then the www.prattcars.com city would be responsible for CA000006327 the power usage of any vehicle charging. The second option would allow the city to join ABLE Moving Services a network that would bill the Packing - Moving - Storage vehicle owner for the use of Local & Long Distance electricity at the rate the city sets. Your Downeast Moving Solution!! The first option would have no cost to the city other than Give us a shout!! the electricity usage of charg- email: [email protected] ing the vehicles while the ph: 207 316-3247 second option would have an website: www.ABLEMovingMaine.com annual fee of $240 for the city. After much discussion and following the recommenda- tion of City Manager Mike Ellis, the council voted 5-2, Jessie Tompkins-Howard with Billy Howard and Mike Associate Broker • 1-207-214-3833 Sherrard opposed, to choose the first option for a year and Calais Office Eastport Office Lubec Office see what the cost to the city www.DueEast.com 207-454-2525 207-853-2626 207-733-5511 would be. The charging ports 353 North St. 183 County Rd. 171 County Rd. would be right in the parking lot on Main Street next to the 22 Bella Vista Lane, Calais $299,900 26 Plum Tree Lane, Calais $259,900 fountain where the electricity already runs and will require A beautiful, well kept This beautiful contemporary the use of two parking spaces 3 bedroom, 3 bath home features bright sunny but won’t completely eliminate home with a lot of open spaces with living, dining, them for use by other vehicles bonus space, full kitchen, full bath with laundry either. finished basement and and bedroom all on the first floor, Also looking at further im- TWO sun porches! lofted bedroom on the second provements to the Downtown, Outside features a floor and full dry basement. the council voted to approve 16x32 in ground pool, In addition to this beautiful space 2 stall horse barn with is a 32x28 gambrel garage the installation of security pasture, tandem detached garage, dog kennel, guest house with electric, cameras at the Calais Free Li- with 2 bedroom/1 bath income European bread oven and grill area with gas, water and electric and large deck... producing apartment. brary. There were two bids all over looking the St. Croix River! PAGE 4
State Budget Includes Republican Proposal for Property Tax Relief
Hello, this is Representative Dennis Keschl from Belgrade. I am a member of the Legisla- ture's Appropriations Commit- tee, and the Town Manager for the Town of Belgrade. Just this week, the Appropri- ations Committee completed its work on a proposed two- year budget. Several previous Republican radio addresses have outlined serious concerns about the proposal submitted by Governor Mills. Among those concerns were: -The Governor proposed to increase the current budget by 11%, spending 99.995% of all Perhaps most importantly, erty tax relief…To give direct to make substantial progress in Publisher & Managing Editor available monies in order to Republicans were able to pro- tax relief to homeowners, the fulfilling our commitment to PIERRE LITTLE avoid raising taxes this year. It vide increased property tax budget increases the Homestead providing the full 5% of Rev- only saved 5 cents out of every Reporters relief and savings in the State’s Exemption by $5,000 to allow enue Sharing promised. NATALIE BOOMER dollar taken in from taxpayers Rainy Day Fund. Maine residents to exempt Republicans were also suc- in case something unexpected KAILEIGH DEACON As a Town Manager, I had $25,000 from their property cessful in increasing funds for JAYNA SMITH happens, one serious concern as I joined taxes without increasing the career and technical education -The Governor proposed to the 129th Legislature…prop- impact on local municipalities by more than 2.5 million dol- Graphic Designer cut back on the increase to rev- erty tax relief. This concern because we offset this increase lars, as recommended by Re- CHERYL STABINSKI enue sharing that was promised was shared by all Republicans by requiring the State to pay publican members of the Edu- [email protected] by the 128th Legislature, on the Appropriations Com- 70% of the cost of this initia- cation Committee. It remains to -The Governor relied on one- mittee.We know that local tive. be seen if the majority budget Advertising time sources of revenues that property taxes are already too Republicans insisted on this reported out of the Appropria- adsales@ will not be available during high. To fund her new spend- type of tax relief, because it tions Committee has enough thecalaisadvertiser.com the next biennial budget, thus ing initiatives, Governor Mills goes directly to homeowners in support to get the required two- creating a serious revenue gap proposed cutting revenue shar- the form of lower tax bills. thirds vote of the House and Reception in the coming years, and, she ing to towns and cities by $160 In addition, in an effort to Senate to become law. KATHY DEVINE proposed several new initia- million. Less revenue to local provide relief to nearly 13,000 However, one thing is cer- Sports Reporter tives that will negatively im- towns usually results in higher low-income taxpayers, this tain, Maine Republicans in the JOHN ROGERS pact local property taxes going taxes and less money for local budget expands the eligibility Legislature will continue to forward. road repairs. for the Property Tax Fairness fight for tax relief, even though Proofreader These concerns about Gov- The budget that is now being Credit. Democrats control Augusta. NADA WILLIAMS-WHITE ernor Mills' budget remain, es- considered by the full Legis- Finally, we increased revenue We know how hard you work pecially regarding its long-term Office Cat lature is slightly less onerous sharing from the 2.5% In FY20 and want to ensure that we can TOMMY TOM TOM impact on family budgets, and than Governor Mill's original and 3.0% in FY21 to 3.0% and let you keep as much of your on local property taxes. proposal. It now stands at just 3.8%, and for those local mu- earnings as possible. You know None-the-less, the Republi- under $8 billion…and it is not nicipalities who have already how best to spend those hard- Contributors: Linda Baniszeski, can members of the Appropria- the budget that Republicans gone to Town Meeting, there is a earned dollars. Ann Carter, Sally Doten, John tion Committee, led by Senator would propose if we were in provision that they will not have This is Representative Dennis Dudley, Sharon Frost, Lynn Jim Hamper and Representa- charge. However, the proposal to go back to Town Meeting Keschl from Belgrade, thank Lawless, Dave McCullough, tive Sawin Millett were able to does contain important provi- to spend this year’s increased you for listening. Michael McLean, Joanne McMa- reduce the spending proposed sions that Republicans were amount of Revenue Sharing… Representative Dennis Kes- hon, Kathy Mekelburg, Cassie in the Governor’s budget to successful in having included in if they spend it on road repairs chl represents House District Oakes, Sandra Smith. under $8 billion, while increas- the budget. Among these are: or to reduce their property tax 76, the towns of Belgrade, M to F: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ing funding for education, and Property tax relief! commitment. While this only Fayette, Mount Vernon, Rome, restoring money to our tech The so-called Keschl/Millet partly restores the Governor's Vienna and Wayne. Published weekly in Calais, Maine centers, workforce training and budget proposal allocates an proposed revenue sharing cuts Printed in Canada health care. additional $75 million in prop- to towns and cities we were able Phone: (207) 454-3561 • (207) 454-0484 Toll Free: 1-844-268-6356 Fax: (207) 454-3458 To The Editor: www.Calais.News E-mail ads to: adsales@ Governor Mills thecalaisadvertiser.com As a hospital employee and mem- employees could have said “no” to E-mail letters to: letters@ ber of the Maine State Nurses As- these cuts, just like we are saying Applauds Legislature’s thecalaisadvertiser.com sociation (MSNA), the union that “no” to them. Is it any mystery to E-mail events to: events@ represents nurses and lab scientists at why more CRH employees are trying Approval of thecalaisadvertiser.com CRH, I want to thank those who have to unionize? Having a union is the been supporting us during these last only way that hospital employees can Biennial Budget USPS-082760 several months of difficult contract protect our work environment and Periodicals paid in Calais, 04619 bargaining. also the patient care environment. Governor Janet Mills issued the following state- Postmaster: It’s important that the community Our union employees are very seri- ment last week on the Legislature’s approval of the Send address changes to knows what is going on inside the ous about doing both. biennial budget: The Calais Advertiser, Inc., hospital. Management is portraying I would also like people to know “This bipartisan vote represents the culmination P.O. Box 660, Calais, ME 04619. their offer to us inaccurately. The that it is the members of the union of months of work by my Administration and by In County actual cash value of the cuts they are who are making the decisions about both Democrats and Republicans in the Legislature. 1 year: $47 / 6 months: $24 demanding from us is about $1,700 what we will accept from manage- Like all compromises, no one achieved all that they Out-of-County per person per year. These proposed ment and what we won’t accept. wanted, but this budget accomplishes meaningful and 1 year: $52 / 6 months $27 cuts come at the same time the hos- Our union is democratic; it responds important strides in expanding health care, improving Check out our website pital is claiming to be having its best to what we want, not the other way our education system, providing property tax relief, for online pricing. financial year in a decade. To be clear around. and saving money for a rainy day. These are the All subscriptions must be paid in advance. union members are not asking for Thank you again for your sup- priorities that Maine people have asked us to deliver Newsstand price: $1.50 per copy additional money, only to keep the port and please know that our fight on, and I am proud to work with the Legislature to (tax included) current benefits we have. is not just for us, but for our entire have done so. I appreciate the work that members on The Calais Advertiser will not be responsible Unfortunately, management has community. both sides of the aisle have put into this process, and for any errors that occur in advertisements. already imposed these same cuts on Laura Chadwick, MLS I look forward to signing this budget into law.” When an error occurs, we will upon request all of the non-union staff, which is (ASCP)CM publish that part of the advertisement in which the error occurs, if the error affects heartbreaking. We wish non-union the value of the advertisement. PAGE 5 Remembering Mok, Intrepid Stories & His Special Column This newspaper has so many B; how to smoke alewives; say he helped wear down that backyard shop and his happy makes a good canoe is getting special chapters in its lengthy even how to look at a tree path to Mok’s door, where he hours often extended way the shear just right. “With and checkered history, not and know if the wood grain loved to hear that kind voice beyond the norm. mine, you never get water in the least of which is Maurice was best for paddles or axe say, “Come in if you’re good- He had a thing for skunks. your face. The ribs are cedar. Berry and his column, “I Re- handles. looking.” As a boy, sometimes he would The stem and sternboard are member, I Remember.” His nephew, Victor Berry, Mok died the day after the have as many as 20 caged. ash. The inwales are spruce. He had a set of unforget- who returned to Jacksonville Fourth of July 20 years ago. Then his father would let The gunwales are ash and the table skills that he shared calling himself “a casualty He was often referred to as them all out and he’d have to deck is ash.” with his Boy Scout troop. of Southeast Asia,” adored one of the greatest storytellers start all over again. Everyone His MVNO column was a Things like how to prepare a his Uncle Mok who took him in Washington County. Many wondered about this affinity favorite for years. He focused delectable meal of porcupine under his wing and helped of these stories over the years for skunks until many years on long-ago reminiscences, or muskrat; how to get your him return from the trauma were cleaned up a little and later he revealed that every and these columnists always canoe from point A to point of war. Victor always used to printed in this paper. The sole once in a while he’d get a occupied a revered place in survivor of 11 children, he day off from school because this paper. Only the late Car- referred to his placement in he smelled so bad the teacher lene (Kelley) Hale’s “Machi- that hierarchy as “four up and would send him home. as Memories” can compare to Still No Signs of Coutinho seven down.” Brother Harry, His real-life experiences his. Many still talk about her born in 1898, was the oldest were fine-tuned by soaking delightful column, one that and sister Lois, born in 1920, up the storytelling skills of ended way too soon. By Jayna Smith was the youngest. a master storyteller. Gus I accompanied Victor to Who could say where his Smith, longtime Jacksonville the courthouse in 2009 to Last seen over a month nickname came from, but for resident and Civil War vet- make the case for renaming ago, police in Massachu- his entire 88 years, he had a eran, had been imprisoned Township 18 Berry Township. setts are still searching thick unruly mane of hair. As at Andersonville. “He was in Fittingly, it happened. Berrys for Jacqueline “Jackie” a rambunctious kid, the Indi- that prison for a long time. were among the first settlers. Coutinho, age 53, formerly ans tagged him “Mop,” and it Until Richmond was freed,” Berrys donated the land for of Princeton. stuck through his childhood. Mok told this reporter years the Jacksonville Cemetery. Coutinho was last seen on His Aunt Helen called him ago. “And one time another And six generations of Berrys the morning of Wednesday, Mopsie for a while, and even- veteran came to visit him. are buried there. May 15th in Hinsdale, Mas- tually, it just became Mok to He had one leg, and he came At the MVNO (Machias sachusetts, about 15 miles nearly everyone. with his horse and wagon and Valley News Observer), we east of Pittsfield. He was a woodsman, saw- pitched a tent in Gus’ yard. I’d miss you, Maurice Leland Family said Coutinho had mill operator, Boy Scout lead- sit on that milkin’ stool, and Berry. I can only hope, some- been staying with her sister er, registered Maine Guide, the stories … He’d talk … and where beyond the Pearly in Hinsdale for the month trapper and indomitable col- I listened.” Gate, you’re cranking out “I prior to her disappearance, umnist for this paper. He Well-known as a canoe Remember, I Remember.” having come there from made over 13 canoes in his maker, Mok often said what Florida. She also has ties to Nantucket. At the end of last week, Hinsdale Police Chief Susan ly 5’ 6”, 130 pounds, with Old Films Unearthed of Washington County Rathbun told The Calais Ad- blonde and gray hair. vertiser that efforts are still Facebook and GoFundMe Life Between the World Wars being made to find Coutinho. pages have been created to “The search has continued provide updates, wwww.face- since Jacqueline Coutinho book.com/findjackiecoutinho What if we had the ability to sis “sports” and guides as well alive although the original loca- went missing,” the chief and www.gofundme.com/ actually see our Maine ancestors as to a fictional character Smith tion at Dobsis Dam was sold in said. “Berkshire Mountain find-jackie-coutinho to assist as they worked and played in named “Jeff Coongate, the One- the 1950s and its iconic build- Search and Rescue has been with costs associated in the the outdoors? Impossible? Not Eyed Poacher,” a scourge of ings later lost to fire. diligently searching since search. entirely, it turns out as visitors Downeast game wardens. Yet the memories of its early May 15, 2019.” Anyone who may have seen will see at a new exhibit open- The exhibit includes many days live on through the camera Chief Rathbun said police Coutinho or has information ing the Fourth of July weekend rare pictures and films of Smith lens of Henry Dennison and have no leads or tips towards on her whereabouts is asked at the Grand Lake Stream His- and friends engaged in the out- the classic writings of Edmund Coutinho’s whereabouts. to call the Hinsdale, Massa- torical Society Museum. door pursuits he learned at Dob- Ware Smith, some still in print. Coutinho is described as a chusetts Police Department The Society has uncovered sis— poling canoes, fly fishing Elders in Grand Lake Stream white female, approximate- at 1-413-655-0201. motion picture films from near- for salmon, deer hunting at a recently were able to identify ly a century ago that show cabin he helped build on Third relatives and townspeople cap- visiting outdoorsman and their Chain Lake and splashing in the tured in the films who have been families as they fished, hunted lake shallows with his wife and dead for many decades and camped near a remote lake children. “It’s been amazing to watch Maine Republican Party in eastern Maine. Also shown Also included are many arti- the reactions of the older resi- are the local Maine guides and facts from the Dobsis Club— dents as they’ve seen images Director to Speak in East employees who worked for the china dinnerware, Dennison’s of neighbors they grew up with visitors as intimates and often tackle box, daily camp diaries as children,” says the Society’s Machias June 21 as friends. and the club flag, among oth- president, Elaine Brown. “It’s as The 16mm films were shot ers. if they’ve come back to life!” Washington County Republicans invite you to sharpen and gain between the World Wars by All were preserved and pre- The exhibit will be open Fri- tools to effectively support our Constitution for life, liberty and Henry S. Dennison whose fam- sented to the Grand Lake Stream day and Saturday, July 5 and property with special speaker Jason Savage, Executive Director ily owned a compound on Sys- Museum by Hannah Dennison 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the of the Maine Republican Party. We will be meeting Friday, June ladobsis Lake, part of the St. and Jay Petri, fifth generation Grand Lake Stream Historical 21 at 6:15 p.m. at the Elm Street School, Rt. 191, East Machias. Croix watershed in Washington Dennison descendents. Petri Society Museum. For museum What does the U.S. flag mean to you? In honor of Flag Day, County. Dennison’s grandfather, maintains a camp on Dobsis information, call 207-796-5007 come, share a sentence! Plant a flag! Contact: mainegop.com/ founder of a successful paper Lake that was part of the origi- or email akspsalm146@gmail. washington. products company in Bruns- nal Dobsis Club. com. wick, helped build what the The family has kept the club family named the Dobsis Club in 1872. For many generations, Letters Policy the Dennisons would bring fam- Photo ily and friends to Dobsis as the shows Letters to the Editor: We reserve the right to publish or not lake is nicknamed. famed publish a letter. We may edit for taste, clarity, and length. Letters Their adventures were chron- Maine that are potentially libelous, slanderous or written with harmful icled not only in these rare films writer intent will be rejected. We do not publish form letters, petitions, but in the peerless writing of Edmund Edmund Ware Smith, often Ware quotations, or anonymous letters. Please limit letters to roughly described as the finest outdoor Smith in 300 words, and send by email to [email protected], writer Maine ever produced, middle by fax to 207-454-3458 or by mail to The Calais Advertiser, 23 at Dob- who was Henry Dennison’s sis Club Church Street, Calais, Maine, 04619. We prefer letters that beget son in law. some 90 letters — that offer sound opinions on current events, editorials on Smith’s books and magazine years ago. the community, city, state and federal matters. articles introduced readers to His first wife Helen Dennison Smith is to his right, two the true life exploits of the Dob- club guides to his left. (Credit: GLS Historical Society) PAGE 6 1st Annual Eastport Barkfest
By Natalie Boomer mentum of excitement building breakfast at the Waco Diner. take home a trophy. At noon 2020 fundraiser, and Dogs on for the upcoming events that At 9 a.m. there will be a vet on there will be a meeting at the the Run, an obstacle course. At The first annual Eastport will be happening throughout the deck of the Waco Diner. Dr. Waco Diner to discuss what it 4 p.m. Dr. Deb will give advice Barkfest will be taking place the summer season in our town. Deb Nelson will be answering takes to become a member of on how to travel with your pets, on Saturday, June 29th. The What better way to do that than questions for anyone who is the veterinary field. Pups on again on the deck of the Waco day will begin at 8 a.m. and a family event that includes curious about their pets. There Parade, where dogs and their Diner. At 7 p.m. there will be a will be packed with activities their fur babies?”, said Bacon. will be complimentary break- humans dress up and compete dog trick contest at Sutherland for guests and their dogs all day Throughout the day all dogs fast biscuits for all dogs who against each other, will be at 1 Amphitheater. The night will long. The event will be hosted are welcome in town, but they attend. Training with Jamie p.m. on Water Street. Following end with a movie, “My Dog by Lisa Stephen from Sweet- must be up to date on current Bacon, the master trainer, will the parade, at 2 p.m. a Smooch Skip,” at the amphitheater. “We ies Dogorama, Mary Repole, vaccinations, especially Borde- be downtown on Water Street a Pooch booth will be set up are starting off a little smaller Paula DeFilippo, Jodi and Jake tella. Guests may be asked for at 10 a.m. and again at 4 p.m. where guests can get a kiss from than we had anticipated this from The Pet Store, Danielle documentation; therefore, they She will be teaching dogs how a few pups and vote for the best year, but I think it’s going to be Wheeler, Jamie Wiles Bacon, must carry verification. First to sit and stay, free of charge. one. During this time there will an exceptional event, nonethe- and volunteers. “We all as a thing in the morning, there will Also on Water Street, the Sit also be photo ops for guests less,” said Bacon. All profits collective group of business be a 5K9 Walk/Race beginning and Stay Olympics will take and their dogs downtown, a from the Eastport Barkfest will owners wanted to bring further in front of the Moose Isle Inn place at 11 a.m. The dog who Dogs of Downeast Calendar go to Eastport’s Labor of Love attention to our beautiful city of on Washington Street at 8 a.m. holds a certain position for the KickOff where guests can vote Food Pantry. This will provide Eastport and help keep the mo- The winner will receive a free longest amount of time will for their favorite pictures for a pet food to families in need. Calais Free Library Summer Reading Program For six fun-filled weeks this 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th. blasting off to outer space as to the library, or just munch on skills from the year before. Ad- summer, the Calais Free Li- Based on the popular nation- we explore rockets, aliens, the the snacks we’ll have here. ditionally, spending time at the brary wants to help your family wide program “A Universe of moon—and more! As in summers past, we will library will help motivate the keep their literacy skills strong Stories,” the Calais Free Library A long time Calais Free Li- reward kids for reading and a va- whole family to join in on some through our summer reading will offer a weekly story-and- brary tradition “Lunch with the riety of other literacy promoting fun summer time activities. program! The dates for summer activities time in our very own Librarian” will be incorporated activities. Kids will track time To sign up for summer read- reading is June 19th, 26th, July children’s section. We will be into the fun as our summer read- spent reading and earn prizes ing, call 454-2758 or simply ing program will be held from from the treasure chest! Summer come join us at the Calais Free noon to 1 p.m. Children are en- is a critical time for children to Library. couraged to bring their lunches retain their hard-earned reading Sales & Service 86 North St., CALAIS • 454-3650 MON-FRI 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. SAT. by appointment Puppets at the Lincoln Memorial Public Library in Dennysville Frigidaire Appliances Financing Sale from June 3-28. available Submitted by Ann Carter ize on the puppet concept this aspects of 1) creating a plot, summer. storyline, purpose, 2) creating We Offer: GE • HOTPOINT • Haier • CROSLEY • Premier After a very successful pre- SPEED QUEEN • UNIQUE • Frigidaire We could do a five day the puppets, & 3) planning sentation of Melinda Jaques week, but, more likely, once a the script, or at least concept and friends' puppet show week for maybe 4 or 5 weeks plans - oh yes, and practicing rendition of Hansel & Gretel would be better. Our thought the “performance(s)!" How at the library in Dennysville, is that the first meeting would they would work together or we had some time left before be an hour or so of puppet in sequence would be for the the parents came to pick them demonstrations with Me- participants, young and old, to up, during which the kids linda Jaques and others, plus figure out together. The final made some very slapdash, but discussion on how the group (maybe 5th) session would METAL ROOFING entertaining-for-them, stick might produce something of be, of course, presenting the puppets, using library-themed their own. Melinda would results to an admiring public. Now Is The Time to get on the list! pencils for sticks. Seeing the show them (and demonstrate (e.g./i. e. the parents.) kids so happy to be back at the with) various types of puppets Sounds like fun to me and ~We do approximately 100 metal roofs a year~ library, having attended when - stick to string, I think. The a great way to involve the lo- All our work is guaranteed. 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By Jayna Smith Calais Fire Association’s street mentioned are only a few of the many planned, dance for kids will take place and that the complete schedule will soon be The 46th annual Interna- in the municipal parking at the available. There is still time for groups or tional Homecoming Festival is city building. Also returning is businesses to host an event, and anyone wish- quickly approaching, this year Thursday night’s concert in the ing to help volunteer as a committee member slated for August 7th through downtown community park as or at any event is welcome to do so. the 11th, and the committee well as the alumni basketball Committee members will soon be meeting has been hard at work firming game. with businesses as they seek donations to con- up the details. The weekend promises to tinue the events of International Homecoming Co-chair of the festival from be a busy one, as per usual, Festival. Anyone wishing to make a donation the U.S. side is Roxanne Red- Redding said, with the St. to this hometown tradition can mail a check or ding. She confirmed that the Croix Valley Chamber of Com- money order to the festival at PO Box 1012, festival will once again kick off merce’s Street Fair and the In- Calais, ME 04619. with the opening ceremony on ternational Parade on Saturday, Keep up to date with all of the festival Wednesday, August 7th. This August 10th, with the parade happenings by following it on Facebook: In- event is open to the public and this year starting on the St. ternational Homecoming Festival. Inquiries will include dignitaries from Stephen side. can also be sent through the Facebook page. both sides of the border, law Free activities for kids will The website www.internationalhomecoming- enforcement officers, repre- also return. These will include festival.org will also be available for viewing sentatives from many different the inflatables and laser tag soon. groups and more, all com- among other things. The Inter- ing together to celebrate the national Homecoming Festival friendship between the two will go out with a bang with a The 2019 International Homecoming Festival communities. great fireworks show on Sun- parade will begin in St. Stephen and end in Following the opening cer- day evening, August 11th. Calais on Saturday, August 10th. Pictured is emony, the always-popular Redding said the events an ANAH Shrine clown in the 2015 parade. (Photo by Jayna Smith)
Rededication of Passamaquoddy Indian Memorial
By Natalie Boomer “This Passamaquoddy Indian times of keeping our culture, Memorial is very historic. Our language, and songs alive,” he Dwayne Tomah led a dedi- contribution to the American said. The original dedication cation of the Passamaquoddy Revolution that our people took place in 1916 and had Indian Memorial on Friday the have made and the friends that over 500 visitors attend. An 14th. The memorial unveiling we have in nearby communi- American flag was raised and and rededication ceremony ties help us and we help them history of tribal members who served as a reminder of the to gain their independence,” served in the Revolutionary sacrifices made by the Pas- said Tomah. A smudging cer- War was shared. Mary Alice samaquoddy people in the emony then took place which is Look, from the Daughters Revolutionary War. The cer- customary in Passamaquoddy of the American Revolution, emony was held at the original villages. During the smudging spoke words of dedication and monument site, on Middle ceremony, Tomah performed history as well. “The efforts of Road in Pleasant Point where a song that hadn’t been sung the Passamaquoddy Tribe dur- nearly 200 Native American’s in 129 years. “This song is a ing the American Revolution who took part in the Revolu- gathering song that was sung were considering. They served tionary War are buried. They by Newel Joseph of the Pas- as scouts for Colonel John Al- began the dedication with an samaquoddy Tribe, a promi- len who had been named Super- authentic bugle call played by a nent Passamaquoddy Tribal intendent of Eastern Indians by veteran, drumming and prayer. member, influential in those General George Washington.
Dwayne Tomah performing a Passamaquoddy song that had not been sung in 129 years. (Photo by Natalie Boomer)
Their most well-known ser- Tomah for the unveiling of the vice was under the leadership monument. “In honor of the of Governor Francis Neptune. Indian Patriots for their loyal They gathered at East Machias service during the Revolution- Lake just as a British Naval Ex- ary War that was directed by pedition made their attack upon the Daughters of the American the settlement at Machias. Gov- Revolution, June 14th, 1916,” ernor Francis with his Indians he said. The ceremony was formed an important part of the followed by a potluck at the force,” said Look. The Tribal Elderly Meal Site in Pleasant Chief then went up and joined Point.
Since 1983 Driveways, Parking lots, Roads, Excavating, Seal coating Residential, Municipal work Free estimates 322-2232 • 454-0728 CA000006231 MVNO000006818 PAGE 9 Music Series Celebrates Twelve Seasons By: Kaileigh Deacon missed their supper have the chance to get some red hot dogs and cold drinks With the beginning of summer also to enjoy while they are at the concert. comes the start of music filling down- The Firehouse has been part of the town Calais. For the last 12 years, ev- event for years selling 50/50 tickets as ery Tuesday night the Triangle Park on well as food. Main Street comes to life with music For those that have already had their and people as the Music on the Green dinner but are craving something sweet, concert series welcomes local musi- the Calais High School Volleyball team cians and allows them to showcase has their Sweet Shoppe stocked with their talent in an outdoor venue. homemade goodies. All the money the Music on the Green is much more team raises goes toward helping pur- than a concert every week; it is family chase equipment and other needs for time, community time and a gathering the team. The team sets up next to the place for all. Each week the lawn in stage and makes regular rounds going front of the stage fills with families and chair to chair across the lawn and the people out enjoying a night of music cars parked on the street to make sure completely free. Thanks to businesses everyone gets their fill. around Calais, the cost of the singers Every Tuesday evening offers some- The Borderline Trio with Lenard Rutledge was one of the many musical guests at last and musicians coming to Downtown year's Music on the Green series which offers an evening of fun and entertainment thing different and gives the chance for that the whole family can enjoy. (Photo by Kaileigh Deacon) Calais is covered. those in attendance to not only enjoy the There is more to this event than music but to also catch up with friends favorites and some new groups as well. performance. The concerts start at 6:30 just the music and the time spent with and neighbors. It’s not uncommon to There is a variety of music and a bit of p.m. and be sure to bring your preferred friends and loved ones. There is also find kids dancing around the park or something for almost everyone’s musical seating chair, blanket or vehicle and enjoy the chance to help community groups playing a game of tag while others sit tastes. the music. To find out more about the as well. The St. Croix Number 1 Fire- and sing along with the songs they know Music on the Green started their sea- concerts including weather cancelations house is on hand every Tuesday evening and tap their feet to new favorites. son on June 18 with the Grand Lake or changes follow the Music on the Green to make sure those that might have This year’s lineup features recurring Stream Strumming Wildcats Ukulele Facebook page.
Awarding-Winning Group, HighTime, to play Calais Celtic Concerts! Calais Celtic Concerts is very and vocals (with some Irish music encapsulates the essence and toes tapping! Hall is located at 2 Park St., excited to present the multi- dancing steps thrown in!), of their comradely which is the An incredible 23 times all- downtown Calais, Maine, right award-winning new group, HighTime make a youthful and driving force at the heart of this Ireland champion on harp, across from the 2nd Baptist from Connemara Ireland, High- energetic statement. enthusiastic trio. whistle, singing and dancing, Church and City Hall. Ticket Time, at the Knights of Colum- Equal measures of music HighTime plays with breath- Seamus is one of the few of prices are $20 adult, $5 for bus Hall, 2 Park St., Calais, and tradition from old Ireland taking energy and passion that his age responsible for main- 15 years and under. Pre-show ME., on Saturday, June 22nd, coupled with bold new arrange- is both effortless yet drivingly taining the oldest style of Irish tickets can be purchased at at 7 p.m. US/ 8 p.m. Canadian ments make for a tasty platter soulful and fun. Neighbors, singing. Sean-Nos, or Old Style Karen's Diner and Korner Pub, time. The doors will open at 6 of music, song and dance from Ciaran and Seamus, and great singing, an ancient form of downtown Calais. For more p.m. EST. these three young men. From friend Michael, have a unique decorative Irish song, is of huge information or reservations The fresh new trio from the the village of Ardmore on the and virtuoso musical connec- importance to him. He proudly please call 207-214-2067. Our heart of Connemara, Ireland rugged west coast, Ciaran and tion through so many years of boasts the beauty of this Irish FB is Calais Celtic Concert combines Irish music and an Seamus have been immersed performing together and indi- art form wherever he goes, Series, please LIKE our site intriguing blend of modern folk in the region's rich and diverse vidually all the while enchant- delivering haunting renditions and support us. influences to produce a rich musical heritage their whole ing audiences worldwide with of poignant Irish folklore and Website http://www.high- sound and exciting experience lives. Joined by a friend of music, song and dance steeped mesmeric melodies to attentive time.ie to delight listeners. Featuring many years, Michael, a mas- in the well of Irish tradition. No audiences. His Sea-Nos danc- HighTime: From the musical an unusual line-up of flute, ter in his field hailing from doubt their music and energy- ing is one of the highlights of heart of Connemara Ireland! whistles, harp, bodhran, guitar Glossop Manchester, their fueled live performances are the show. sure to get the hands clapping The Knights of Columbus
Baring Baptist Church (47 Front Street, Baring, Maine) July 1-3, 5 & 6 SEASON STARTS JUNE 25 Crafts & Snacks & Triangle Park, Downtown Calais Music 5:30 to 8:15 p.m. (July 1-3 & 5) Games Tuesday: NEW TIME! 11AM - 1PM 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (July 6) For age 4 to coming out of 6th grade Eastport Port Authority Starts June 22 Saturday: NEW TIME! 10AM-Noon For information please visit us online at: www.baringbaptistchurch.org or find us on EVERY WEEK UNTIL OCTOBER Bible Facebook: Baring Baptist Church Stories FMI contact Ted 454-3896 (Calais) Karen 454-3130 (Eastport) Facebook: Calais Farmers’ Market & Eastport Farmers’ Market Need a ride? Call 214-6295 and ask for Cheryl CA000006342 CA000006320 PAGE 10 Please e-mail calendar events to [email protected] by 8 a.m. Tuesday to be included in that week’s paper. Yard sales/ benefits need to be paid ads. We may edit or shorten submissions.
day, late morning. Presents: Mary Potterton Me- JUNE 22-24: Free Spay morial Concerts at Congre- and Neuter Clinic for cats in gational Christian Church in JUNE 19: SummerKeys Machias. To book an appoint- Lubec at 7:30 p.m. Summer- -2nd, 4th and 5th Mondays -The Freeway - Addiction Presents: Mary Potterton Me- ment call 721-8395 they are Keys founder Bruce Potterton, every month: The Monday Recovery at Calvary Chapel, morial Concerts at Congre- open Mondays, Tuesdays and piano. Refreshments hosted Night Music Circle at CCLC 295 North Street, Calais. Ad- gational Christian Church in Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 5 by CCLC. at 6 p.m. Bring an instrument dicts, friends, family mem- Lubec at 7:30 p.m. Chamber p.m. JUNE 26: Ken Waldman, or come and listen! bers; All are welcome. 7 p.m. Music Trio of John Newell, JUNE 22: Sunrise County “Portrait of an Artist as Santa -Irene Chadbourne food First Tuesday of the month Ina Litera and Matt Goeke. Farmers’ Market first day in Claus concert at Eastport Arts pantry open 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. has potluck and testimony at FMI 207-733 -2316. Easport Port Authority parking Center at 7 p.m. Gifts for audi- Closed holidays. 6:30 p.m. JUNE 20 & 21: Greenhorns lot from 10 a.m. to noon. ence members. -TOPS 228 Baileyville -Ecstatic Dance, 5 to 6 p.m. presents Seaweed Symposium JUNE 22: Dennysville Am- JUNE 27: Sip ’n’ Paint in- meets at 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at at Eastport Arts Center. Info: at Reversing Hall on Leigh- bulance Public Dinner at the spired by animal art of Ex- People’s United Methodist [email protected]. ton Point Road in Pembroke. Pembroke School at 5 p.m. pressionist painter Franz Church, Baileyville. Corner of -Chair Yoga Classes from RSVP: office@greenhorns. JUNE 23: The Pembroke Marc, led by Sue Riddle at Third and Summit Street. 11:30 a.m. to noon at St. Anne’s org. FMI go to greenhorns.org/ Trotting Association is hav- Eastport Arts Center from 7 -Zumba, dance-based fitness Episcopal Church. There is a events-calendar. 2 days of sem- ing a fundraiser to support the to 9 p.m. Preregister: alison@ is being offered at St. Anne’s cost. FMI 454-8016. inars, shore field trips, boat trip Washington County Fair in eastportartscenter.org, (207) Church in Calais at 8:30 a.m. Just for Today AFG, AL in Cobscook Bay, farm-grown August 2019 from 2 to 5 p.m. 454-8822. All levels welcome. ANON Are you affected by a lunches. at the Pembroke Fairgrounds. JUNE 28: Jane Lanctot and -3rd Monday of each month: loved one’s drinking? Group JUNE 21: Matt Linton in Come listen to Brad Sawyer, Jan Holms, Baroque flute and Eastern Area Agency on Ag- meets every Tuesday night concert at Second Baptist Against the Grain and Friends. harpsichord concert at East- ing cafe in Machias held at the at 6:30 (CAN), 5:30 (US), Church in Calasi at 6 p.m. FMI The Food Shack will be open. port Arts Center at 7 p.m. Re- Blue Bird Ranch Restaurant at at St. Stephen’s Catholic contact Gloria at 454-2579. JUNE 25: Sunrise County ception sponsored by The Pet 11 a.m. Church, 407 Milltown Blvd. JUNE 21: Hymn for Her Farmers’ Market first day in Store, Eastport. -Last Monday of each St. Stephen’s, New Bruns- concert at Eastport Arts Center Calais from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. JUNE 28: Food Sale at St. month: Veterans’ Meet and wick. Please use entrance on at 7 p.m. (Backwoods punk- JUNE 25: Weekly Bible Anne’s Episcopal Church be- Greet at Schooner Pub on back side of building next to folk) Study at Holy Trinity Chapel ginning at 8 a.m. Main Street in Calais at 6 p.m. church. JUNE 22 & 23: Ham Radio in Dennysville (on Cemetery JUNE 28: Calais Area Enjoy free appetizers and so- Field Day - learning about, Road) at 7 p.m. Breast Cancer Support Group cialize with fellow veterans. and actually sending messag- JUNE 26: Charlotte Histori- will be meeting at 3 p.m. in the All are welcome. es, via amateur (ham) radio cal Society monthly meeting downstairs parlor at the Calais -Third Monday of each United Methodist Church, 849 -St. Croix International equipment, outdoors at the Al- at the Charlotte Town Hall at month: American Legion Sher- Quilter’s Guild meets the 3rd exander Elementary School - 7 p.m. Main St., Calais. This month man Brothers Post #3 monthly we will be discussing Chapter Wednesday of each month at the Saturday 2 p.m. through Sun- JUNE 26: SummerKeys meeting at St. Anne’s Episco- Methodist Homes Rec. Center at 6 of “Breasts – The Owner’s pal Church in Calais at 6 p.m. Manual” by Dr. Kristi Funk. 6 p.m. New members welcome. All veterans and their families -AL-ANON meets at 6:30 This free “gathering” is a com- are welcome to attend. forting and safe environment to p.m. in the old Calais Hospital Charlotte Fire & Rescue -First Monday Tea at the li- basement. find encouragement and hope. brary (except when it falls on Open to all that have a breast -St. Croix Valley International Auxiliary Yard Sale a federal/state holiday) at Lin- Garden Club meets April to Jan- cancer diagnosis. FMI call coln Memorial Public Library Marianne at 454-0501. uary, third Wednesday afternoon in Dennysville (parking lot of the month. Activities include June 29 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. JUNE 28: Riverside Re- shared with church),15 King bekah’s Food Sale at Bai- garden tours, demonstrations, Street from 4 to 7 p.m. speakers and tips. FMI Anne Charlotte Fire Station leyville Food Mart from 9 a.m. -4th Monday of the month: until noon. (506) 466-6637 or email us at 1100 Ayers Junction Road Potluck and Community Dis- [email protected]. JUNE 29: Big Yard Sale cussion: Building a Recovery (Charlotte Fire & Rescue Aux- -Are you affected by a loved A large assortment of items will be available. Community. From 5:30 to one’s drinking? AL-ANON iliary) at the Fire Station from 9 7:30 p.m. at Your Place, Inc., Lunches of hot dogs, chili, beans, sandwiches, and more a.m. to 2 - p.m. meets every Wednesday at 7 8 Old Mill Road, Ellsworth. p.m at West Lubec Methodist will also be sold throughout the day. Bring a potluck dish to share Church. Contact Peter Frost for donations of yard sale items if you choose. FMI email de- -Calais Community Cafe at 214-9155 or 454-2647 or drop off at the station [email protected] or is serving lunch at noon at 72 call 667-7171. Palmer Lane, Calais. For reser- on June 27 or 28. CA000006373 JULY 2: Weekly Bible vations call 454-2215. Study at Holy Trinity Chapel -Wednesday Morning Knit- in Dennysville (on Cemetery ters at the Calais Free Library Road) at 7 p.m. from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Upcom- JULY 6: Hunter May in con- ing dates: 6/26; 7/10, 7/24; cert at Second Baptist Church -Chair Drumming at St. 8/14, 8/28. FMI: 454-2758. in Calais at 6 p.m. Love offer- Anne’s Church in Calais at 9 -Wednesday Morning Weav- ing. FMI contact Gloria at 454- a.m. ers at the Calais Free Library 2579. JUNE 17 - 20 -Knitting group at the Pem- from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Upcom- JULY 10: Roast turkey sup- broke Library from 11 a.m. to ing dates: 7/10, 8/7. FMI: 454- per at Cherryfield Congrega- 2 p.m. 2758. tional Church Fellowship Hall Dark -Ironworks Quilters at the -Writer’s Group meets on al- Secret Life of Men in Black (River Road, Cherryfield). Din- Pembroke Library from 6 p.m. ternate Wednesdays at CCLC Phoenix ner served at 5:30 (Doors open to 8 p.m. in the Heartwood Lodge at 1 Pets 2 at 5). Nightly 7 p.m. Nightly 7 p.m. p.m. No fee. All writers are wel- Nightly 7 p.m. PG-13 PG-13 come! FMI mrbrown64@msn. PG com. FINAL SHOWS National Amateur Radio Field Day -Calais Free Library Lunch Demonstrates Science, Skill, and Service JUNE 21 - 27 with the Librarian from noon with the St. Croix Valley Amateur Radio Club to 1 p.m. Bring a bag lunch or just simply join the librarian for Toy Story 4 Secret Life of Men in Black June 22 • 2 p.m., through late morning June 23 lunch, story and activity time Pets 2 and to also collect reading priz- Alexander Elementary School es. Upcoming dates: 6/19, 6/26, Nightly 7 p.m. Nightly 7 p.m. Nightly 7 p.m. 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24. FMI: Sat & Sun A “GOTA” (Get On The Air) station will be setup on site and any non-licensed Sat & Sun Sat & Sun 454-2758. Matinee 1:30 p.m. person will be able to experience first-hand the fun of amateur radio. - Life Drawing Workshop at Matinee 1:30 p.m. Matinee 1:30 p.m. PG--13 Eastport Arts Center from 7 to PG PG Tests will be given for all classes of FINAL WEEK! 9 p.m. Info: jpweber@roadrun- amateur radio license at the Field Day ner.com, or 853-2358. For all site on the 22nd at 10 am. levels. Adult $7.75 US / $10 CAN • Child, Senior, Military: $6.50 US / $8.50 CAN - Dennys River Farmers’ Mar- Sun Matinee All Seats: $6.50 US / $8.50 CAN FMI: www.arrl.org/what-is-ham-radio or ket - church parking lot from 3 239 Main St., Calais • 207-454-8830 • statecinemascalais.com www.stcroixvalleyamateurradioclub.com to 5:30 p.m. CA000000100 CA000006374 PAGE 11 Amateur Radio Field Day -Irene Chadbourne food -Wiggles and Giggles at the Members of the St. Croix Val- radio stations in public lo- other scientific disciplines. pantry open 10 a.m. to noon. Calais Free Library from 10:30 ley Amateur Radio Club will be cations during Field Day to The public will have a chance Closed holidays. a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Babies, tod- participating in the national Ama- showcase the science and skill to meet and talk with area -Crafters gather to work on dlers and caregivers are wel- teur Radio Field Day exercise at of Amateur Radio. This event ham radio operators and see projects at 10 a.m. at St. Anne’s, come. the Alexander Elementary School is open to the public and all for themselves what the Ama- Church St., Calais - FMI call -Irene Chadbourne food pan- on June 22 through late morning are encouraged to attend. For teur Radio Service is about. 454-8016. try open 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Closed June 23. Since 1993, ham radio more than a 100 years, Ama- A “GOTA” (Get On The Air) -Zumba, dance-based fitness holidays. operators across North America teur Radio - also called ham station will be set-up on site is being offered at St. Anne’s -Creative Coloring at St. Anne’s have established temporary ham radio - has allowed people from and any non-licensed person Church in Calais at 8:30 a.m. Church in Calais from 10 a.m. to all walks of life to experiment will be able to experience first- All levels welcome. 11:30 a.m. FMI call 454-8016. with electronics and communi- hand the fun of amateur radio. -International Dance from -1st, 3rd and 5th Fridays: Mu- Through June cations techniques, as well as Anyone may become a licensed 4:30 to 6 p.m., Eastport Arts sic Circle (country, bluegrass, provide a free public service Amateur Radio operator. There Center. Info: eastportartscenter. gospel) for participants and lis- Yoga with Christine Felker to their communities during a are over 725,000 licensed hams org. teners at the Pembroke Library at at St. Anne’s Church on Mon- disaster or emergency, all with- in the United states, as young -Eastern Area Agency on 6:30 p.m. days. Classes begin at 10 a.m. out needing a cell phone or the as 5 and as old as 100. And Aging cafe serving meals at and are geared to individual Internet. Ham radio functions with clubs such as the St. Croix Palmer Lane Estates in Calais levels of ability and comfort. completely independent of the Valley Amateur Radio Club, at 11:30 a.m. FMI contact Christine at 454- Internet or cell phone infra- it’s easy for anybody to get -St. Croix Valley Assembly -Gentle Flow Yoga with Katie 7341. Please check radio for structure, can interface with involved right here in Down of God is sponsoring Overcom- Wilson from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. weather cancellations. tablets or smartphones, and can East Maine. ers Outreach, a biblical study at Eastport Arts Center. Info: be set up almost anywhere in To learn more about Amateur of the 12 Step Program. If in- anchorandbalanceyoga@gmail. minutes. In today's electronic Radio, go to www.arrl.org/ terested contact Pastor Chuck com. Life Drawing Workshop do-it-yourself (DIY) environ- what-is-ham-radio. Green 315-806-6457 or Rex at -Spinners at the Pembroke Li- ment, ham radio remains one The St. Croix Valley Ama- 207-904-8087. brary from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Life Drawing Workshop, of the best ways for people to teur Radio Club also maintains -Alcoholics Anonymous -Saturday Morning Knitters at session at Eastport Arts Center learn about electronics, phys- a website at: www.stcroixval- meeting in the Calais Hospital Calais Free Library from 10 to begins June 12; no workshop ics, meteorology, and numerous leyamateurradioclub.com. old building Every Thursday 11:30 a.m. Upcoming dates: 6/15, June 26 or July 3. For all lev- night at 7:30 p.m. 7/20, 8/17. FMI 454-2758. els. Info: jpweber@roadrun- -KinderArts presents Tiny -Children’s Theater Workshop ner.com, or 853-2358. Yogis, runs through June 27 from 10 to 11:30 a.m., through from 9:30-10:15 a.m. Free; for April 20, for all ages (6 & un- children up to age 5, must come der should be accompanied by a 106 Main Street, #F, with parent or caregiver, EAC. caregiver), free, EAC. Questions: -First Sunday of the month: Houlton, ME 04730 -Calais Free Library Home [email protected]. Coffeehouse at Cobscook School from 10 a.m. to noon. -Lego Builders Club is back at Community Learning Center Support Services, Free Pregnancy FMI 454-2758. Calais Free Library from 11 a.m. from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tests, Confidential Peer Counseling, -StAR (St. Anne’s Reads) at to 12:30 p.m. Geared towards 5 -Third Sunday of each Abortion Recovery Program, Calais Free Library from 3 to and older. (Megablocks/Duplos month, meeting of the St. Cro- Alternatives To Abortion. 4 p.m. Story, conversation and are available for younger kids.) ix Valley Amateur Radio Club activity for ages 5 and up. All are welcome! Upcoming in the rec. room at Methodist dates: 7/6, 8/3. FMI 454-2758. Homes at 5:30 p.m. (207) 532-6380 • Toll Free (866) 204-0824 • www.care-net.org
O ering State-of-the-Art Cataract Surgery in Downeast Maine
Lawrence Piazza, MD has been providing medical and surgical eye care for the families of downeast Maine for the past 27 years. Recognized throughout the state of Maine and having performed over 25,000 cataract surgeries, Dr. Piazza is a renowned expert in his field. His mission has been to improve patient’s lives through providing excellent visual outcomes. Dr. Piazza specializes in advanced Dr. Lawrence Piazza customized cataract surgery offering patients decreased dependence on glasses for distance and near tasks.
Dr. Piazza has reintroduced cataract surgery as a service at Downeast Community Hospital in Machias since March of this year. Having assisted Dr. Piazza for over 15 years from 1993 to 2008, patients should be reassured that the operating room team at DECH have become experts in supporting safe and cost-effective cataract surgery and are excited to be part of offering this service along with Dr. Piazza to patients in Washington county.
To decrease the burden of travel for patients in the community, Dr. Piazza is seeing pre- and post- operative cataract surgery patients at the offices of Sunrise Eye Care at 4 Park Street in Calais as well as 19 Court Street in Machias. Please call Coastal Eye Care at 207-667-6300 to schedule an appointment. To schedule an appointment at one of Dr. Piazza’s Cataract Clinics at Sunrise Eye Care, Calais and Machias locations Call 207-667-6300 www.coastaleyecare.net
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25th Annual Grand Lake Stream Folk Art Festival By Natalie Boomer have been involved ever since. Jim Gallant, The Grand Lake gie’s Farm, Dragonfly Instru- cream and other dishes will Samuel is now the Artistic Stream Strummin’ Wildcats, ments, DeMar All Natural, also be sold. Greta N’ Dave’s The 25th Annual Grand Director and Melanson is the Ken and Jane Brooks, Joe and and many more.There will Place, Grand Lake Stream Lake Stream Folk Art Festival festival’s chairperson. To this Nellie Kennedy, The Mark also be locally made canoes, Fire Department, Mainely will be held on July 27th and day Grand Lake Stream Folk Tipton Quartet and Old Time a historical photo display, Smoked Salmon, David’s 28th. This festival started in Art Festival includes folkart, Music Jam. More than 60 folk a quilt display tent, and a Creole Gumbo, and Lana’s 1993 when resident Cathy music, culture, food, and so artists and handcrafters are children’s tent for kids ages Luscious Lobster Rolls are Samuel was approached by lo- much more. From contem- scheduled to be at the festival 4 to 12 to participate in arts scheduled to be there as well. cal business owners who were porary to jazz, bluegrass and as well such as Baskets by and crafts, free of charge. The Grand Lake Stream Folk looking to bring more people American Roots, there will Dot, Cabin Pottery, Allagash Some of Maine favorites will Art Festival will be held on to the Grand Lake Stream be plenty of music through- Tails, Preston Nets, Harbor be available at the food tent the battlefield in the village area. Samuel along with So- out the weekend. Performers Candle Company, Nestle- including lobster rolls and center in Grand Lake Stream. phie Melanson came up with include Averill Lovely Band, wood Birds, Iris Designs, smoked salmon. Hamburgers, Tickets are available at $8 for the idea of the festival and Ed Howe with Denny Breau, Circle Stone Designs, Mag- hotdogs, fried chicken, ice one day or $12 for both.
EAC’s International Dancers visit Alexander, Sipayik Each spring and fall Eastport the students some insights on ways the people scare it away. Arts Center’s International life in Israel. Rachel’s family Beatrice Rafferty third grad- Dancers take time from their has lived in this Mediterranean ers started their session learning busy schedules to reach out and country since the 1930s and she “Hashual”, and because they share the joy of dance with area shared her personal knowledge were such fast learners, also schools. This year, children of life there with the very atten- learned “Tzadik Katemar”. at Alexander Elementary and tive children. Following her "I was very impressed with Beatrice Rafferty schools were discussion, the older students the students’ interest in learn- the lucky participants. were introduced and learned ing the dances of Israel,” noted Alexander Elementary School the dance moves to “Tzadik Mary Szwec, lead dance in- students in grades 2-8 put on Katemar” (the Happy Dance) structor for both school’s ses- their “dancing shoes” for a fun while the younger children sions. "It was a very rewarding time learning about Israel and learned the dance “Hashual” experience for all teachers, two of the country’s popular (the Fox Dance). “Hashual,” a students, and the International EAC International Dancers are shown doing dance-based outreach folk dances. The International circle dance, demonstrates the Dancers.” with students at the Alexander Elementary School. Rachel Silver- Dancers, along with Calais resi- story of a fox as an unwanted man, who presented about life in Israel, is in the center. (EAC dent Rachel Silverman, gave visitor of a farm and the various photo)
“Aye, Aye” – “I Do”
Sailors’ Songs of Love to listen and to join in the sing- and often having boisterous patiently ashore, or dress as Pembroke Library, with Full & Marriage ing at the Pembroke Library at choruses, those in attendance men to go to sea with their true Handicap Access, is located at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June will have plenty of opportuni- loves. Others, such as “Clear 221 Old County Road, Pem- June is the most common 26th. The songs are sometimes ties to raise their voices to sa- Away the Track and Let the broke, Maine, opposite the month for couples to say “I beautiful and romantic, some- lute “Jack Tar” and his “Polly.” Bulgine Run” were used as fairgrounds and horse track. For Do,” so the Pembroke Library’s times raucous and rowdy, and Some of the songs, such as the chanteys, the true worksongs. information call 207-726-4747 monthly Chantey Sing salutes always entertaining. Led by serious ballads “The Unduti- Men, Women, and the Sea - - - or 207-726-4745, or email sea- those who have taken the vow the singing of “From Away ful Daughter” and “The Rich they make for great songs and [email protected] with Sailors’ Songs of Love & Downeast,” featuring banjo, Nobleman’s Daughter,” tell a great evening of entertain- Marriage. Everyone is invited fiddle, concertina and guitar, of the women who either wait ment. Admission is Free. The
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Photos by John Rogers unless otherwise noted. WOODLAND DRAGONS BASEBALL IN ACTION PHOTOS
Dragon senior ace hurler Drew Hayward brings the pitch to the plate. Pictured is the Woodland Dragon 2019 DAC championship baseball team. Members include front l-r: Luke McDonald, Ethan Moore, Justin Monk, Alex Morrison, Gavin Gardner, Drew Hayward, and Coach Joey Gardner. Back l-r: Coach Kenny Murphy, Coach Keith Moody, Braden Barrett, Matthew Minoty, Kobe Overlock, Ian Howland, Dylan Damon, Aaron Cilley, Evan Phelps, Keagan Wormell, and Coach Mike Hayward.
Left field senior Ethan Moore makes a catch Senior Gavin Gardner controls the action at short- in DAC action. stop for the Dragons.
Junior outfielder Ian Howland takes a smooth swing at Mans- field.
Right fielder Dylan Damon handles the hit and squares for the relay to the infield.
RIGHT: Braden Barrett makes a quick play to his right to first base. Freshman catcher Keagan Wormell stops the wild pitch from get- ting past. www.wqdy.fm
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Photos by John Rogers unless Gordie Mitchell 3-Person otherwise noted. Scramble Congratulations to the team of Toby Cole, Josh Porter, and Russell McLean for their championship victory, shooting a fine 11-under-par 59! All winners are listed below: 1st Division: 1st (59) Toby Cole, Josh Porter, Russell McLean 2nd (61) Darren Libby, Don McGee, Joel McGee 3rd (62) Mike Ellis, Joe Footer, Steve Leighton 4th (63)R Eddie Nicholas, Robert Finn, Dennis Lewey 2nd Division: 1st (62) Jordan Leeman, Scott MacDonald, Jamie Mc- Carthy 2nd (63) Dave Hyslop, Rob Watson, Donnie Sears 3rd (67) Jason Redding, Jeremy Beers, Ricky Kroll 4th (68)R Nick DelMonaco, Shane DelMonaco, Pat Sul- livan 3rd Division: 1st (67) Travis Pelletier, Andy Knowles, Andrew Ramsdell 2nd (68) Adam Pollock, Rick Carpenter, Beau Scott 3rd (69) Aaron Westrack, Hardy Preston, Kevin Westrack 4th (70) Jeremy Bard, Herm Gadway, Chris Siering Ladies Division: 1st (77) Fran Lacoute, Darlene Horne, Julie Jordan 2nd (81) Theresa Wright, Sandy Wentworth, Pictured are the 2019 Gordie Mitchell 3-person scramble tournament champions, as they shot a fine Chrys Landrigan 11-under-par 59. Winners are Josh Porter, Toby Cole, and Russell McLean. (More action shots next week) Long Drive: Ladies #2 Fran LaCoute Men’s #2 Ben Maloney Pins: 2019 Woodland Rec. Staff #1 Mike Ellis (6’ 1”) #6 J.R. Gibson (3’ 1”) #8 John Sawyer (6’ 3”)
Woodland Dragons Receive Sportsmanship Award
2019 Woodland Recreation Dept. Summer Day Camp Staff. They are (L to R): Makayla Overlock, Sara Boies (Camp Director) Jenny Cox, Shawna Monk, Sabre Phelps, Luke McDonald, Ian Howland and Taylor Lane. The staff has many exciting events, trips and surprises for the 2019 Summer Camp Season. Come and join the fun! Congratulations to the Woodland Dragons for receiving the 2019 Northern Maine Baseball Sportsmanship award! Woodland Recreation Dept. Summer Day Camp
The Woodland Recreation Dept. is proud to announce its 2019 Summer Day Camp Program will Woodland Rec. Calendar be back again for its 34rd year! The Day Camp will begin on Tuesday, June. 18 at 9 a.m. to 3:30 *Attention: F. M. I.: please contact the Recreation Dept. at p.m. The day camp program will be held at the Woodland Elementary School. Children entering 427-6205 or on Facebook. grade 1 - grade 7 are welcome to attend. The cost will be $8 day for residents and $20 for non- TUES. JUNE 18 residents. F. M. I. , please contact the Recreation dept. at 427-6205 or on Facebook. 9 a.m.: SUMMER DAY CAMP, GR. K / 6, COMPLETED), PLEASE NOTE: A participant is not registered for the Summer day camp, until payment is made WES at the Town Office PRIOR to attending the day camp. The Day Camp staff WILL NOT accept 3 p.m.: GIRLS’ SOFTBALL, GLIDDEN FIELD payment for the camp at the Elementary School. Children will not be able to attend / participate 6 p.m.: PICKLE BALL (ADULTS), WES GYM until payment is made at the Town Office. WED. JUNE 19 Woodland Recreation Department is once again offering FunTown / SplashTown tickets at dis- 9 a.m.: SUMMER DAY CAMP, GR. K / 6, COMPLETED), counted rates. WES FunTown / SplashTown combo passes are available for $30 each, or approximately 25% off the 5 p.m.: GIRLS ELEM. SOFTBALL, (GR. 3 / 6) GLIDDEN price at the park. We are selling passes for those 48” and taller, which will give the participant FIELD access to both parks. Passes sold during the summer are good for the 2019 season. All sales of THURS. JUNE 20 tickets are final. All passes may be purchased using cash or check, and can be purchased at the 9 a.m.: SUMMER DAY CAMP, GR. K / 6, COMPLETED), Town Office. Discount tickets for the 2019 season will be sold at the town office starting June 16th WES and continue until Sept. 2, 2019. FRI. JUNE 21 For more information, please call the Town Office at 427-3442, Mike Boies, Woodland Rec Dept. 9 a.m.: SUMMER DAY CAMP, GR. K / 6, COMPLETED), at 427-6205 or on Facebook. WES PAGE 16 PAGE 17 Calais High School Students Built Fishing Boats Sheriff’s Office Shines at Shooting Star Competition n Wednesday, June 5 the Maine By Natalie Boomer it then,” he said. One student even built his very Sheriffs Association held the Shawn own fishing boat independently. Zac Gower, a Donahue Memorial “Shooting Star” On Wednesday, Brian Duffy of Calais High junior at Calais High School launched his fishing Competition, named for a Washing- School, along with a few of his students traveled boat as well. “He built most of it last year, but ton County Chief Deputy who died to the Meddybemps Boat Launch to try out two finished it this year,” Duffy said. “He built that in 2014. The competition recognizes of the boats they built in class. Duffy offers a himself starting last year, in a tech 2 class and it the best shots in the state and the best- boat building class for the students throughout was mostly finished, it just needed paint and I shooting sheriff’s department. The the school year. “This boat was built and it was wouldn’t let him sand inside of the shop so he had Washington County Sheriff’s Office designed to be a rowboat, or a sailboat, but our to wait for the weather to get nice so he could take team finished the day in first place. intention is to work with the computer electron- it outside and sand it.” Duffy has been teaching (Submitted photos) ics class next year and make it a solar electric this class for two years. Even though he hasn’t boat,” said Duffy. Students who were involved been teaching long, he has built other boats and in the building of the boat were Alex Newsome, some kayaks in the past. Although the boat is not “I am happy to say our team...brought home the trophy,” said Washington Anthony Dana, Richard Seeley, Erik Schneider, finished yet, he plans on starting to build another County Sheriff Barry Curtis. “I was and Seth Staples. Although it is not quite finished, in the fall after this one is completed. honored to have some of Shawn's fam- some students tested it out anyway. “One of the ily there with us and very excited his reasons I’m doing this today is because I wanted parents helped hand out the trophies.” to give the seniors a chance to go for a ride in the From left to right: Washington County boat they built. Even though it needs a little bit Brian Duffy and Alex Newsome trying out Sheriff Barry Curtis, Shawn’s mother From left to right: Washington County Chief Deputy Michael the rowboat that was built in class. (Photo by Debbie Donahue, Shawn’s widow Dar- Crabtree, Lt. Travis Willey, Sheriff Curtis and Deputy Alan Stan- of finish work, we’ll take it back in the fall and wood stand with their trophy. the rest of the students can get a chance to use Natalie Boomer) lene Donahue and Shawn’s Dad Fred Donahue.
Parades Sponsored by Princeton Parks and Recreation Committee Activities throughout town Town of Princeton Fresh Water Festival ([email protected] or on Facebook) Games • Food Saturday, June 22, 2019 Prizes • Music Displays • Raffles 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. ON-GOING THROUGHOUT THE Vendors DAY Bellmard Inn Hope to see EVENTS SCHEDULE Children’s Games ON-GOING THROUGHOUT THE DAY 7 to 10 a.m. - Community Breakfast at Masonic Hall you at Dunk Tank - Princeton Fire Dept. 8 a.m. - 5K Race at Princeton Fire Station Princeton’s Bounce House - PPRC PRINCETON SHOPPING CENTER, Rt. 1 • 796-2244 Paint Ball - Princeton Rod & Gun Club WOODLAND: Rt. 1 Woodland • 427-6995 Princeton History Display - Bellmard Inn 10 a.m. - Parade Fresh Water Downeast Raffle - PPRC Bike Raffle - Machias Savings Bank 11 a.m. - Basketball Shoot-out at Princeton Park and Rec. Festival! Food (Hot dogs at Fire Station, Popcorn at 11 a.m. - Pie Eating Contest for kids ages 8-14 at Face Painting Have a great www.bellmardinn.com CA000006380 PPRC, Snow Cones at Machias Savings Bank, Princeton Food Mart Book Sale - Princeton Library Volunteers time at this Dynamites at Princeton Rod & Gun Club 11 a.m. - Huntley Brooks singers When the hours of year’s When the hours of And other vendors and groups! Noon - Anything That Floats daylight get shorter, daylight get shorter, Princeton school buses are Casey Blanchard school buses are Fresh Water She brings solid credentialstraveling in the dark and 1 p.m. - Horse Shoe Tournament at Princeton Rod & traveling in the dark both in the morning Festival! Gun Club. $5 entry fee. both in the morning Member FDIC and night. Kids can experienceMember FDIC to Primaryand night. Kids can Care. 2 p.m. - Rubber Ducky Race at Princeton Park and Rec. be hard to see. Woodland and Princeton Foodmart: Fresh Produce, be hard to see. 3 p.m. - Downeast Raffle Drawing. 210 North Street, Calais • 127We are Main proud Street, to sponsor Princeton Be careful! Live Lobster, Beer & Wine, Lottery Tickets, Meals Ready-To-Go, 210 North Street, Calais • 127 Main Street, Princeton Have fun at the the 5K and the Bike Raffle Be careful! and Agency Liquor Store (Do not need to be present to win) Princeton Fresh Water CA000006382 4 p.m. - End of Festival! for kids during Princeton Fresh Water Festival! Festival!
Have a great time at Now127 she’s Main Street Princeton,bringing ME 04668 them here. the festival! SPECIAL EVENTS 207-796-5109 CA000006366 Community Breakfast 7 to 10 a.m. at the Masonic Hall by Lewey Lodge. AUTO • HOME • BUSINESS • LIFE • ANNUITIES 5K Race at the Princeton Fire Station at 8 a.m. Registration at 7:30 a.m. Blaire Siefken, Family Nurse Practitioner believes in Competitive Rates • New Drivers Welcome • SR-22 Registry Sponsored by Machias Savings Bank. Have a great time at the We hope everyone has a 472 North St., Calais • 207-454-7084 offering medical care that is very approachable and provides CA000006355 We make the Parade at 10 a.m. Begins at Princeton Elementary on Main Street and goes education for the patient. She is excited to return home to stock roll great time at the to Brewer Andrews Field. $5 float entry free. Prizes. Sponsored by Princeton Maine and begin caring for the people of Washington County Princeton Fresh Water Festival! Food Mart. that helps as part of the Calais Regional Medical Services family. Call secure jobs in Washington Shirttail Parade at Brewer Andrews Field after the parade. CRMS at 207-454-8195, option 1 for an appointment. 117 Main St., Woodland, ME County! 427-3775 Rubber Ducky Race at 1 p.m. 325 North St., Calais, ME 454-7500 Welcome to the Princeton University of Maine 4-H Camp and Learning Center at Greenland Point [email protected] 24 Hospital Lane, Calais 144 Main Street, Baileyville, ME Fresh Water Festival! Grand Opening at 2 p.m. 207) 454-7521 Blaire Siefken, FNP 207-427-3311 www.calaishospital.com 37 Palmer St, Calais CA000006356 www.vltammaro.com CA000006358 123 Main Street, Princeton • 796-5128 CA000006381 24 Hospital Lane - Calais, Maine 04619 207-454-8195 CA000006357 (207) 454-7521 - www.calaishospital.com option 1 This organization is an equal opportunity provider and employer. PAGE 18
AUSTIN DEAN Card of Thanks FULLERTON Window at PRINCETON/TEXAS - Aus- tin Dean Fullerton, 36, died Sewall June 9th, 2019, from a brain The family of Bernard Johnson would like to thank all of the people aneurysm at a hospital in Church to Texas. He had many illnesses that have supported us in one way or another since his passing. that he battled with over his To first responders Bill Lee, Charlie Ball and Dave Claroni, Shine in June 36 short years. Austin fought we thank you for your professionalism and your compassion. Submitted by Ann Carter a brain bleed for almost two To Brian, Anthony, Melissa and the entire staff of May’s funeral years until this aneurysm This month the lovely east formed and his battle was lost. home we thank you for helping us cope with our loss with such warmth and tenderness. To Chaplin David Sivret, Mike McLean, window at the church will be He knew he would not live a alight in honor of the twentieth long life, and for that reason the United Veterans Honor Guard, and any active duty personnel anniversary of Ken and Ann Austin became an organ/body who were part of the service – you can never know how much Carter, married on June 26th in donor. Many people may live your presence meant to the family. To Sue Carter and Donna Geel 1999. Ann, who still plays the on with his organs and many as representatives of Calais Elementary School and Washington piano for the services, met Ken others may get cured due to in that very place the previous his forethought to medical science. County Community College and as the wonderful caring human summer, where he’d been in- Austin was born in Calais on November 9th, 1982, the son of beings that they are, we thank you for organizing and preparing vited to come join his siblings the late John Fullerton and Christine (MacArthur). Austin loved the reception. To the Calais Education Association and the entire Arthur (and wife Cynthia) and playing baseball, fishing and going camping as a kid. He liked Ernie Carter and Lula Weiland fixing cars and worked as a mechanic in Texas. He loved his faculty and staff of Calais High School for their condolences, their gifts and donations, we thank you. To all of you that were present in the church where their grand- children and spending time with them. mother, and then their mother He spent many years of his short life living in the fast lane. Like at his service and/or donated to the Red Beach Scholarship fund also, had worshipped, a goodly all others, he lived his life the best way he could. Austin seemed in Dad’s memory, we thank you. number of years before. How- to be always trying to find himself and his place in this world. ever, he then kept coming back, We like to think his purpose in life was to help others by being and … the rest is history! an organ/body donor! CA000006388 Services during the summer He is survived by his mother; his children, Kaylinn and Trevor; and into the fall will continue on his brother, Jerrid and (Jenn); nephew, Lucas Fullerton and JAMES A. LIBBY most Sundays at 4 p.m. Only oc- (Charlotte); nieces, Taylor and (Dillon), Cassidy and Camille. James A. Libby died on casionally are services not held Also surviving are Austin’s uncles and aunts, Bill and May, Ted June 17, 2019 after a more due to other church activities and Jill, Mike and Peggy, Skippy and Norma, Wayne and Billie, than heroic battle with elsewhere that call away our pas- Diane and Alan, Jamie, Tommy, Esther and Ricky; grandfather, cancer. Jimmy worked for tors and at least part of the con- Ellis MacArthur and many cousins. the City of Calais for many gregation. There are hopes that In addition to his father, John and grandparents, Jack, Char- years. He worked con- these dates, as they approach, lotte and Ruby, Austin was predeceased by his sisters, Tanya and struction in Reno, Nevada. will be announced, at least on Jessica; uncles, Donnie Rae, Timmy and Allard; aunts, Sandra Jimmy also had a few years our Facebook page. All are very and Laura Lee. He will be missed by the mother of his children, of tree cutting experience welcome to come to enjoy the Sarah Guinther. with Bob’s Tree Service. He worship and fellowship of this There will be a Celebration of Life 20 July 2019 at 11 a.m. at was full of comical stories small, but committed, congrega- Ted and Jill’s Camp, 218 Camp Road, Cooper. for each and every job he tion. If you have questions, the did over the years. Jimmy Facebook page is a good place loved to socialize with any- VINA E. MCKAY DALE A. to go, or call the pastors, Ron & CHURCHILL one that would listen. He Colin Windhorst, at 726-3905 or Baileyville – A graveside service for was also a great friend will- Vina Elizabeth (Gallant) McKay, 98, A committal service any member. will be held in honor ing to lend a helping hand who entered into eternal rest on Janu- to anyone in need. Jimmy ary 23, 2019 will be held 2 p.m., Satur- of Dale A. Churchill at noon on Saturday , truly would have given a day, June 22nd at Woodland Cemetery. stranger the shirt off of his own back if they were in need. He Arrangements by Mays Funeral Home, June 29th, 2019 at the Princeton Cemetery, was also one of the toughest human beings to exist, right down Statement from Calais & Eastport. Condolences and to the very end of his life with hardly a compliment. The table memories may be shared at www. West Street, Princeton, ME. under the tree on Union Street will never look the same. Bishop Deeley maysfuneralhome.com. Jimmy was predeceased by his father, Paul Libby. Surviv- ing are his mother, D. Evelyn Goodine; his brother Charlie Regarding Libby and his wife Wanda; his two sisters, Paula Dunne, Lisa Thornton and her husband Clifford and their families. Passage of ~Serving Maine since 1985~ A sincere heartfelt thanks needs to be extended to Karen Davis, Mary Johnson and the entire staff at CRMS for their Physician- compassion, patience and exceptional care and handling of Assisted Suicide Jimmy. Per Jimmy’s request there will be no funeral service. A in Maine graveside service will be held at a later date. “The passage of physician- assisted suicide, which comes on the eighth legislative at- tempt in Maine, legalizes a practice which has devastating effects on the common good. Suicide is always a tragedy. Allowing doctors to prescribe 29 Church Street, Calais • 454-8016 Catholic Mass Schedule through 9/1/19 deadly medications to hasten a Rev. Sara Gavit, Rector person’s death is a horrendous [email protected] Saturday Sunday 4 p.m. St. James - 8:30 a.m. wound to the dignity of the hu- Baileyville Immaculate man person. With this law, the Sunday Morning 5:30 p.m. St. Ann - Conception - Calais elderly will feel undue pressure Peter Dana Point 10:30 a.m. to view this as an option to pre- Holy Eucharist at 9 a.m. St. Joseph - Eastport vent being a burden to others; there will be a further desensi- “To know Christ and make Follow us on 12:30 p.m. Christ known” Faceook [email protected] St. John - Pembroke tization of the value of human life; and young people will now think that people can and should be disposable. This law devalues individual human life and the essential human bonds Morning Worship at 10:45 a.m. that call us to value one another Sunday Worship at 11 a.m. and care for one another. This Sunday School, all Ages at 9:30 a.m. is a sad day for Maine. Let us Friday Night Youth Group at 6 p.m. Sunday Evening Service at 6 p.m. all pray for an increase in the Wonder what’s going on at ~Grades 6 and up~ understanding and respect for People’s UMC? “Like” our Wednesday Night Bible Study at 6 p.m. the value and dignity of human Facebook page! life from conception to natural Corner of Summit St. & Third Ave., Baileyville www.calaisbaptist.org Office Hours: Thurs/Fri-9am-4pm or by appointment death.” Church: 207-427-3923 Parsonage: 207-427-6672 21 Church Street, Calais, ME 04619 • Matthew Burden, Pastor 454-2579 or 454-3333 PAGE 19 Writer’s Corner By Ron Cuddy overlooking the inner harbor. ther, Thomas Llewelyn,” he said. abusing me. knew. The man from the corner, The water there was very choppy He was looking at the blown-in “He left when he was eighteen the older son Jimmy had crossed In the block of downtown and the boats seemed to be try- woman. “I guess nobody here and I never saw him again.” the room to be with her. Eastport which in recent years ing to escape their moorings. knew she’d been married and Mattie was holding my hand. the Moose Island Bakery and Somewhere above, the wind had a son. Me - Jimmy Llewe- Apparently lost in the storm, “My mother was the aunt in Without a Paddle have been, moaned and the hinges of a sign lyn. a bird crashed through the win- Milbridge,” she said. “She told there was once the Baywatch hung outside above the entrance “No, we never knew,” said the dow and fell to the floor - dead her where to find you. Cafe. We used to drive down squealed. Light from the fire woman with the dyed hair and - whether of exhaustion or a “It was I who answered the there from Calais and we were danced across the faces of those the rust-colored makeup. broken neck, I couldn't tell. But phone. When she mentioned there New Year’s Eve 2001 to nearest to it. “I was staying with an aunt in what I could tell was what was - this, how could I have re- celebrate the arrival of the 21st Milbridge. When she left old Si- going to happen next. sisted?” century. It makes a good setting At the bar, an old man pulled las there, she came back, she and “Well I’ll be damned!” the for this story. This is a work of his pipe out of his tobacco- my father got back together.” When I stood, Sadie’s eyes barkeep said. fiction. stained beard. “Night like this,” were on me and I knew that she he croaked, “Sadie left. Clear out The blown-in woman had “WELL, I’LL BE DAMNED!” into a storm.” removed her mittens and was THE BARKEEP SAID. struggling with bony fingers to Mattie had that look she had His right eye looked mean and undo her hood. Her hair was The Long Winding Road when you knew something was it twitched; somehow, you knew mussed up, her lips washed out going to happen. the left one was blind. and you were charitable if you By Renata Bartnicki “Let’s go down to Eastport,” called what she had on a sweater. The long winding road is she said. She saw me looking The moan of the wind above Her jeans were too big and she The long winding road is rimmed by seasons toward the window. “Come on, swelled, people shifted their wore workmen’s boots. rimmed by beauty As one glitters and glows, the what’s a little rain.” butts on the wood chairs and a Its bright glossy greens sure do next prepares A little rain! You could hardly woman there said, “Ah, Silas “When I left here,” she said, overwhelm Each one created for many make out the trees out there Terriot. You just wouldn’t be- “I was carrying his child.” She While autumn waits to fulfill reasons dancing in the wind. I turned lieve there was another man.” pointed with violence toward its duty And for every one, Mother back to her. Silas Terriot. “His.” Today, summer stand tall at Earth cares nature’s helm “Come on,” she repeated. Her hair had been dyed red, FOR RELEASE JUNE 23, 2019 “You know the clams at the and her yellow-brown makeup The old man had been follow- Baywatch are the best.” was smeared. A sixty-plus rusty ing this. He dropped his pipe. bolt trying to be a still useful “What’s that, you say?” THE TV CROSSWORD It wasn’t easy to say no to thirty-five. The sign outside clattered to by Jacqueline E. Mathews Mattie Donan when she had The street door opened then the sidewalk. that set-on-adventure look on and an old woman came in on a “Well I’ll be damned!” the her face. gust of wind. A man near there barkeep said. So we headed out of Calais. got up and closed the door with “Thomas got to drinking too The windswept sheets of water some effort. He kicked a chair to much,” she continued. “He across the River Road, the col- her, and she dropped onto it. wouldn’t work and he beat me.” lege to our right was a blur of Turning to the man who’d come red brick, the windshield wipers “There was another man.” The from the corner, she said, “You on full still couldn’t clear off the voice came from a dark corner. knew what he was Jimmy.” water. I was driving partly by The man who stepped into the memory of the way. In Eastport, firelight could have been in his “Oh yes,” Sadie said. “We the four o’clock sky was eight early to mid-forties. His short named him Arthur - Artie.” o’clock dark. There was a lone beard was streaked with grey. Turning to old Silas, she added man making his way along a His dark eyes were set close in “You didn’t deserve a junior. sidewalk, his collar pulled up. a narrow face. “When he was twelve, he Inside, a fire was blazing in killed Thomas. They said it the big fireplace. We took a table “That other man was my fa- was justified, that Thomas was
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Both alongside the Passamaquoddy encourage area residents to do camps will teach team-building Yacht Club. “It improves team exactly that. This year’s sched- skills, orientation, gear packing, building as youth are working ule offers several new activities camp site set up and take down, with a partner to learn how to for local youth, along with some leaving no trace, navigation, and sail a vessel,” McCormick said. new opportunities for adults as geocaching. The beginner camp Partners are rotated through well. will take place from July 15th- for variety and opportunity to Join Shead High School 19th, with an overnight campout work with different person- science teacher and biologist at Cobscook Bay State Park on alities. “It gets you out of your Stephanie Allard in a week-long the 18th. The expedition camp comfort zone, and it’s good for adventure exploring the diverse will take place from July 29th- self-growth,” McCormick ex- marine ecosystems found in August 2nd, with an overnight plained. “It’s a fun environment Washington County, Maine. at the Bold Coast on August that attracts kids from all over Travel by foot, lobster boat, 1st. The fee for participants is Washington County.” and sea kayak exploring tide $150 each. The Youth Summer Sailing pools, rocky intertidal zones, From August 5th to 9th, there camp involves two beginner mudflats, and local waters. Look will be a high school canoe sessions, one intermediate, and for whales, fish for lobster, tow camp at Keene’s Lake. This one advanced. The beginner ses- for plankton, dig for clams, and is an entry level canoe camp sions will be held at Indian and hunt for creatures hidden in the providing practical experience Keene’s Lake from August 5th- rockweed. Be prepared to get on preparing a tandem canoe 9th and 12th-16th, respectively. The intermediate session will be at Keene’s Lake from August 19th-23rd. The advanced session will be at Boyden’s Lake from Dining with Diane August 26th-29th. The camps are open to ages 8-18, with the I’m not usually interested in warm tuna but these wraps are exception of the advanced ses- so delicious. I like to use the store packaged shredded carrots sion, which is for ages 12-18. because they are thicker and add a wonderful crunch. Using Both the beginner and inter- your microwave makes this an easy quick meal. mediate camps cost $135 per TUNA MELT WRAPS participant while the advanced fied in teaching canoe skills place on the low ropes/challenge 1 (12 oz) can tuna, drained session is $150. Scholarships are themselves can do so with a course. The high ropes course is ½ c. shredded carrots available thanks to the generous Level 2 certification from the anticipated to be installed this 1/3 c. minced celery support of the Passamaquoddy American Canoe Association summer. 1/3 c. mayonnaise Yacht Club. gained during a special in- As always at the OAC, com- 2 T. minced onion Adults wishing to build upon structor workshop from August munity members can rent moun- Hot pepper sauce, like Tabasco, optional their own canoeing skills will 20-23rd at Keene’s Lake. That tain bikes, canoes, sea kayaks, 8 slices cheddar cheese benefit from a late July course. workshop is $550. paddleboards, and ample camp- 4 (8”) flour tortillas or wraps (spinach or tomato wraps Participants will become certi- The OAC also maintains the ing gear, including tents. Hours would be nice too) fied in Level 1 Skills and Com- college rock wall, currently open vary over the summer and inter- Stir together the tuna, carrots, mayonnaise, celery, on- bined Safety and Rescue on on Mondays and Wednesdays ested parties are encouraged to ion and hot sauce. Divide cheese among the tortillas; top Flatwater through the American from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The pub- call ahead to reserve or request with tuna mixture. Roll up and tuck in sides like a burrito. Canoe Association. It will run lic is welcome to come and give gear. Microwave wraps on high until cheese is melted, about 2 July 27 and 28th for a fee of the course a try over the sum- Register for any summer pro- minutes. For a nice presentation, cut the wraps in half on a $180 and is intended for ages mer months. In addition to the gram by going to www.wccc. diagonal and spear a cherry tomato with a frilly toothpick and 16 and up. rock wall, the OAC is currently me.edu/oac, calling 454-1060 through the wrap halves. Adults wanting to take it a developing its rope course, with and leaving a message, or e- step further and become certi- team-building actively taking mailing [email protected].
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Honors List Cameron Parr of Calais, ME is a senior who is currently enrolled SummerKeys Concert in Husson's Bachelor of Science in Sport Management/Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. The Mary Potterton Memorial Concerts are a series of free concerts held each summer in Lubec in Ernest N. Smith of Calais, ME is a sophomore who is currently memory of the mother of the founder of SummerKeys, a Music Vacation - an immersion music pro- enrolled in Husson's Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences/ gram that serves adults from all over the world. In addition to the music classes offered, the weekly Doctor of Pharmacy program. summer concert series, now in its 28th season, continues to enrich the community. Bruce Potterton will Lauren V. Terry of Marshfield, ME is a senior who is currently be performing at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26. Mr. Potterton is a resident of New Jersey and a enrolled in Husson's Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. summertime fixture Downeast. He is a member of the faculty at Henry St. Settlement and at Turtle Bay Hannah D. Lank of Perry, ME is a junior who is currently Music Schools in NYC. The classical piano program will include works by Debussy, Faure, Haydn and enrolled in Husson's Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies/ Schumann as well as transcriptions by Hugh Sam. CCLC will host the refreshments! Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program. All concerts are free and take place upstairs at 7:30 p.m. at the Congregational Christian Church in Lubec. Piano tuning donations are gratefully accepted. Intermission refreshments are provided by local businesses. For more information on our concert series as well as the music, cabaret, photography, and Dean's List writing classes at SummerKeys, A Music Vacation, visit our website at www.summerkeys.com, call Sophia Faith McDonald of Baileyville, ME is a sophomore who 207-733-2316 or email [email protected] is currently enrolled in Husson's Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education with a concentration in physical science program. Libby A. Kalloch of Cutler, ME is a junior who is currently EAC Presents Graduating Seniors With Arts Awards enrolled in Husson's Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Tristan Elwell Alley of Jonesport, ME is a senior who is cur- As part of Eastport Arts Cen- based on their commitment and Gardner, theater. Washington rently enrolled in Husson's Bachelor of Science in Health Sci- ter’s annual tradition, a group of contribution to the fine arts in Academy honorees are Nathan ences program. high school seniors who have their schools and communities. Carver, music; Kate Somes, Megan Scoville of Lubec, ME is a sophomore who is currently excelled in music, theater or the This year’s Calais honorees theater and Sage Bagley, visual enrolled in Husson's Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Admin- visual arts were presented with are Johanna Dulge, music; Adida art. istration and Public Health program. arts awards during their gradua- Edwards, theater; and Trinity EAC extends congratulations Paige L. Preston of Roque Bluffs, ME is a sophomore who is tion ceremonies. These talented White, visual art. Shead honor- to all and best wishes to the stu- currently enrolled in Husson's Bachelor of Science in Nursing students were nominated by their ees are Henry Mills, music; C.J. dents as they continue to pursue program. dedicated teachers, and selected Francis, theater; and Brooklyn their creative endeavors.
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not, you could combine with when he gets back. already in the process of dis- your neighbors until together A while ago I reported to you integrating - that’s why it is so there’s a full load. Some resi- that the “Doomsday Clock” soft. A lot of extra energy was Town News dents drop off a bag or two on had been re-set to two minutes used to manufacture it. their way to work or shopping, to midnight by the international Here’s a quote from Jane Cooper which is costing our town - and group of scientists who keep Goodall: “You cannot get other towns also - a lot of extra, track of everything that’s hap- through a single day without Joanne McMahon lessons that have stood him in needless expense. pening on this planet. Midnight having an impact on the world 454-7383 good stead all his life. The MTS is a municipal represents Armageddon, the around you. What you do I’d like to find that book corporation made up of the end of life on this Earth. This makes a difference, and you Dear Folks, a number of and re-read it. Maybe I could people who live in other towns towns Cooper, Charlotte, Cut- is only the second time in his- have to decide what kind of dif- learn some life lessons that ler, East Machias, Eastport, tory it’s been set at 2 minutes ference you want to make.” in our area have told me that I’ve missed that could help they’ve been enjoying our Lubec, Machiasport, Meddy- to 12 midnight. Their reasons Next week in our town col- me through the rest of my life. bemps, Northfield, Pembroke, include climate change speed- umn, I’d like to start a new Cooper Column; some have Good Idea? even been collecting them. Perry, Wesley, Whiting and ing up (till now, it’s nearing series of “Where are they And now some hot news from the Unorganized Territories of the point of no return), and now?” interviews with those Doesn’t it feel good to share the Marion Transfer Station with others? Washington County. Trump’s effect on America and who grew up in Cooper and (MTA). I’ve just been informed I’ll have more information in the world. are now living adult lives with And speaking of sharing that they’re planning to put into reminds me of a book I read my next column. I’ve set one of my clocks at careers, jobs, families or still effect some new policies in the And now - guess what! Some 2 minutes to midnight. I eye in the educational system. So many years ago. The title went next few weeks. Among them something like this: “All I Cooper kids are having birth- it every day and try to figure if you’re one of them, or you will be the 100-pound mini- days! So happy birthday wish- out how I - in my piddling know someone who is, let us know about life, I learned in mum so-called “flat fee ticket.” Kindergarten.” (I’ll have to es go out to our sweet little girl little way - can do my part to know. We’re interested. And it has cost our town plenty Exie Crowe on Saturday, June help the Earth survive, like I’ll close with an interest- research the author’s name, or over the years. The reason: if you’re interested in reading 15th. She will be ten years old, recycling everything that can ing and informative text from Each town pays the cost for a nice age for a little girl. And be recycled, and not use items the Koran, the sacred book of it, you could research it.) I disposal of household trash, remember some of the lessons Happy Birthday wishes also to that require too much energy Islam: “Your Lord is God, who known as “Municipal Solid Sam Perkins on Monday the to manufacture (example: one created heaven and the earth he learned: how to share with Waste (MSW) of its own resi- others, how to be kind to oth- 17th. Sam’s been in the news of my pet peeves - kleenex and in six days and then ascended dents. The scales at MTS are a lot recently - Busy boy! - and it’s kin). Ever notice how when the throne. He throws the veil ers, not to hit others (Love that not certified to weigh 100 lbs. one!), how to be generous with now he’s off for a week in our you pull a kleenex out of the of night over the day.” Sound and the town of Cooper will nation’s capital in Washington box it makes a cloud of fine familiar? I thought so. And so your possessions (or your time, be charged for a full 100 lbs. effort, your caring and concern D.C. with the 4-H again. He’ll dust? That means it has been Goodnight, Gracie. That is a very high volume of have some stories to tell us refined to the point where it’s for others) and many more life trash - a very full pick-up load. lessons - in general, how to If you can, secure your trash get along with others; lifelong until you have a full load; or if Baileyville
BIGGEST SELECTION OF RECLINERS Lynn Lawless take a walk, play in the park 3:30. Don’t miss it! Then there 441-9677 and other than a very rare oc- will be dynamites and fries IN CENTRAL MAINE. currence they are safe. available for $5 at the Spednic Hello Baileyville, how was We need to get out of our Club. Drinks can be purchased your week? I gotta tell ya mine comfort zones for a little bit at the club. Social Hour is from was a doozy. I started it off and bring this town back to life. 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. This time is by missing the Town Council It only takes an hour a week just for the Class of 1974 and LA-Z-BOY meeting on Monday. I have no to volunteer for a committee their guests. We have some fun excuse. I fell asleep. Tuesday, I or two or three even because stuff planned like who has the went to the Annual Town Meet- most don’t meet every week. most grandchildren (or chil- STARTING ing (see article in this week’s Committee members, PLEASE dren), who traveled the longest paper). Wednesday my step- contact me. Give me your distance to attend, or who is re- dad, Jim Greenlaw had a heart information. Let me get the tired. We can share “Remember AT $299! attack and we went to Bangor word out there about what you When,” and anything we need for a vacation at EMMC. All are doing and when you are to arrange for a future reunion. went well and four stents later meeting. I will get the times Memorial time is 4:30 to 5’ish we got home on Saturday. Oh and write-ups in this column, p.m. We have organized to Visit our Tuffy Bear yes, and because I was in Ban- and when possible also do an have a classmate tell a story or gor, I missed the School Com- article about your committee memory about each deceased Clearance Den! mittee meeting. Yup, it was a and what it is being done to classmate. Anyone who wishes Merchandise is close-outs or slightly damaged and are busy week. improve our town. can also share their stories and significantly marked down. Now, I gotta tell ya I am very There will be a 45th reunion pictures. Darlene Norman has upset with the people in our for the Woodland High School volunteered to set this up, so little town this week and be- class of 1974 on August 9th. contact her if you want to be lieve me I am including myself From 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the part of this. We end when we in this. Only 19 people showed Spednic Club in Woodland are done sharing. There will up for the Annual Town Meet- meet with old classmates and be a blessing said just before ing. I hear people complaining their families that you haven’t dinner which is from 5’ish all the time about our town and seen in forever and take pic- to 7 p.m. Jerry Crosby (yes, what needs to be done here. No tures. Go out and see how the our classmate) will have three one goes to the Town Council town has changed and come choices available. a) Spaghetti Meetings or to School Commit- back. During the afternoon and garlic bread, salad $9 b) tee meetings other than three Family Time, WOODLAND Sirloin tips, mashed potato, who go to every meeting. This HIGH SCHOOL will be OPEN gravy, vegetable and roll $12 Special Financing Available little town could have so much for you to take a peek. Take or c) Chicken breast, mashed going for it, but we are all too your family in and show them potato, vegetable and roll $10. “busy” to do anything for it. where you went to high school! Please pay ahead so Jerry will TOP BRANDS LIKE: What we do have here is a It has changed a lot in 45 years. have an idea of how much to good community to raise a fam- A few rooms and the gym will buy. He will prepare a few ex- ily in. This is still a town that be open for a look from 1 to tras, but please send your name children can ride their bikes, and dinner choices on a piece of paper with a check to Sped- nic Club, class of 1974 reunion, 6 3rd Avenue, Baileyville, ME 04694. Dinner will be ready to be served by 5 and will start right as soon as memorial time and the blessing are done. Short cleanup and help would 938 Pushaw Road, Glenburn, ME be appreciated. A dance will 207-947-6600 • www.tuffybear.com be from 7 to 11 p.m. featuring Old Skool with Butch Hanson, another WHS graduate. We are opening the dance to the 1973 and 1975 classes of WHS as no Monday to Thursday 9AM to 5PM • Friday 9AM to 6PM class went through high school Saturday 9AM to 5PM • Sunday 11AM to 4PM (continued on page 23)
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Town News Sally Doten crosses for me to use at the major will be Arts and Applied 454-2625 Baring Cemetery. What would Design. CES Loyal Readers I do without wonderful friends Did you all read or hear about What do I know this week? and neighbors? Baileyville’s Clean-Up Day? Not a heck of a lot as I’ve Congratulations to our daugh- What a great job they did with been too busy running around. ter Carol and granddaugh- the many people that showed Sometimes I just don’t get to ter Shannon. Carol moved to up to help. My question is, stay home and do things I’m Florida last year and completed “why can’t other communities supposed to be doing, like an esthetician course. She now do this?” I think we all can cleaning. Does anyone really resides in Bonita Springs and is show the community pride enjoy running the vacuum and employed at a spa plus she ac- demonstrated by the folks in washing the windows? cepted a management position Baileyville. Look around your On Saturday evening, John at Chico’s Apparel. neighborhood, your street, your & Patty Wentworth entertained Shannon moved to West Palm block....do lawns need to be at their home; a birthday party Beach in May. She is employed mowed, are there elderly that was held for Wanda Brown at the Hilton West Palm as a can’t do the work, are there (John’s mom). A great barbeque sales director and coordinator. empty lots that need to be and salads were served to those Shannon’s husband recently cleaned up? There so much we present. The kids threatened ev- joined her at their new home in all need to be more aware of. eryone with water balloons. A Palm Beach Gardens. Where is our pride? Where is good time with a good family. Sending out good thoughts our love of community? There Welcome to Baring, Karen and get well wishes to Sam must be someone in each com- Bridges! Karen is residing in Saunders, Edna Ferson, Little munity that can take on the the former home of Bertha Wyatte Chandler, Ruth Lyons, leadership and get this project Ethan Clark, Keeley Smith, Abigail Moses, Sophia Rogers, Jacob Johnson. and Philip Keen. going. Are you sitting on your Footer, and Dylan Smith received medals for participating in C.E.S. Get well wishes going out to Another congratulations goes hands and doing nothing? It’s Royal Readers Club for the entire school year. Corey McCray. Corey is home out to Jade Johnson, grand- time we made the world a bet- recuperating after a stint at a daughter of Gene & Kaloua ter place, and it can start right Bangor hospital. Everyone is Cookson. Jade graduated from where we live. cheering you on, Corey. Feel Lemon Bay Hill High School “Truly care—and the rest will better!! in Englewood, FL. She will take care of itself.” Thank you, thank you to Ray attend the University of New Stay strong; be well; you are Faulkner. Ray made 20 perfect Brunswick, Fredericton. Her loved.
Alexander/Crawford History
By John Dudley of shelves, plus maps and pic- concept return to activity? & Cassie Oakes tures. Call John for a tour! Happy Birthday toJohn We must also protect our Dudley who is now 80. And At 80-John Dudley Needs digital history. We have a lap- he does need help, lots of help. Help top dedicated to local history; He hopes to keep researching Fifteen years ago John that is where John puts down and writing. Look in Cassie’s Dudley asked, “What will we ideas for articles that Cassie Column this fall for a series on do with all this history stuff publishes (and eventually get Washington County in 1820. stored in my cellar?” That in- into our website). That laptop Happy Birthday, Maine, you Congratulations to our C.E.S. Royal Readers. These students took formation is in the safe storage has stories organized by place are 200! the reading challenge to read for 20 minutes a day for 20 days a room in our municipal build- and subject, most are not found Call John Dudley between 9 month. (Submitted photos) ing; thank you! And now the elsewhere. a.m. and 7 p.m. He is slow and question is who will care of We should continue our if he doesn’t pick up, leave a our history. Image Outreach series at the message. John hopes to leave Who will keep our ACHS Grange Hall. This year (2019) our history in good hands. Baileyville Until next week Baileyville, website available? Who will we feature Ernest LaBelle’s John plans to be at the Com- (continued from page 22) stay healthy and happy. Get work with our town webmas- Mill as it moved around our munity Market from 4-5 on out and enjoy this beautiful ter and David Chase, owner area. Next year we will have a Friday, June 21st with book is- alone and this event is a chance weather and while you are out of mainething.com, to transfer new show on the Maine Bicen- sues of the Newsletter. to see more of the WHS crowd there take a look around. Think our history to our town site? tennial. And now is the time Come talk to John, share as a whole. The club has a ca- about what you could do to Who will protect our paper to plan our Alexander Bicen- your thoughts and history and pacity of 125, so we would love help this great town prosper. history? Our archives are in tennial for 2025. When asked, dreams for the future. Come to see it be a great reunion for a As always if you have any our Municipal Building, they John Dudley tells people visit with your neighbors, lot of people and have the place news please give me a call at have six files full of organized that ACHS is in hibernation. come be part of the commu- filled! We are still organizing 441-9677 or e-mail me at lynn- history and twice the number Should the historical society nity. other activities. Most of the [email protected]. information is on Facebook so class members join the group online for updates. The Grand Lake Stream ATV Club and Tomah Country Trail Riders are sponsoring an Quoddy Farms ATV Safety Training Program WOODLAND on June 23rd from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Students age 10-12 Accepting applications for: MANOR must be accompanied by a Current 2 BR Vacancies & Baileyville parent or guardian. For more information please contact Future 1 BR, 2 BR HC & 3 BR Vacancies NOW AVAILABLE Donn Renaud 796-2777 or Al 1 BR Apartments LaPlante 796-5050 Quiet, comfortable, safe and affordable living on The Alexander Grange Rent based on 30% of income. Community Yard Sale will be Toll Bridge Road in Eastport. Beautiful ocean views! Heat, hot water and electric included. held Saturday, June 22nd from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Laundry on site, heat and hot water included. Preference given to extremely low income: Birthdays this week are Ron- Townhouse style with private entrance. 1 person - $13,650 / 2 person - $16,910 / (Higher incomes may also qualify) ald Siering, Gwen Johnson, Ample parking & plenty of lawn area for children to play! View property and print application at Judy Siering, Charles Santerre, www.mainedevelopment.com or contact: Michael Tackach, Christopher Call for more information or visit our website. McClure, Ian Pratt, Vanessa Maine Development Assoc. Flood, Charlene Woodruff, www.mainedevelopment.com 1-800-639-1747 Tracy Bartlett, Heather Dana, 1-800-639-1747 • TTY Dial 711 and Chris Bell. Ellen and Don TTY Dial 711 Preference given to very low income. Roffey are celebrating their Equal Housing Opportunity CA000006203 anniversary this week. Equal Housing Opportunity CA000000613 PAGE 24 Alexander/Crawford Cassie Oakes hoping to get more folks inter- year when Gold Star Families ested and involved. And a spe- come together to meet the volun- Area students and their fami- cial thank you to Granger Jim teers who carry the Hero Stones lies are invited to participate in Sullivan for mowing the grass that represent Maine’s Fallen a Ham Radio Exercise at the at the Grange in preparation for Heroes. Memorial Day Week- Alexander Elementary School the event. end the families and volunteers June 22nd-23rd. Using special A last reminder that there will met in Baxter State Park. The transmitters (with no Internet), be a Community Yard Sale at stones representing the fallen students and licensed radio am- the Alexander Grange on Sat- arrived late in the afternoon on ateur operators will be able to urday, June 22nd 9 a.m. – 2 Saturday. They were transported make contacts worldwide and p.m. The community is invited from Portland to Bangor where even via orbiting satellites and to come to the Grange Hall and they were received by volun- the International Space Station sell their treasures! There will teers who carried them in a con- in an annual exercise designed be no charge. You need to bring voy of motorcycles, led by State to be fun. your own table and supplies. If Troopers, to Baxter State Park This year the Maine Ham Ra- it rains the Grange (and mem- to present them to the families. dio Society is teaming up with bers) have first refusal inside The volunteers who carry these the local St. Croix Valley Ama- the hall. If you are having a stones are tasked with learning teur Radio Club in conducting yard sale that same day in your the story of the Fallen Hero they “Field Day” at the Alexander home let the Grange know and are carrying. Elementary School. There will they will compile a list and send Shortly after the convoy ar- be a special GOTA Station (Get- folks your way, too! For more rived, they gathered in a circle On-The-Air) that students and information contact Elizabeth and the bikers and troopers who their families can use to make McVicar, Lenny and Debbie transported the stones intro- Hikers returning Hero Stones to Gold Star Families. (Submitted contacts. Hanson, Rhonda Oakes, Dale duced themselves and said the photo) Field Day times are Saturday, Holst or any Grange Member. name of the Fallen Hero whose June 22nd starting at 2 p.m. until Starting on Friday, June 21st stone they transported, and the 2 p.m. Sunday. The best times the Grange will be sponsoring family walked to the center of for students and their families to a Community Market. Debbie the circle to receive their he- visit is Saturday 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Hanson explains the project ro’s stone. It is an emotionally or Sunday 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in this way. “The Alexander charged exchange. The Alexander Town Annual Grange will be sponsoring a Saturday evening there is time Town Meeting will be held on Community Market on Fridays. for the families to share stories Monday, June 24th, at the Al- The start date will be June 21st of their loved ones and the vol- exander Elementary School at and go through September 27th, unteers who transport or carry 6:30 p.m. Dump stickers will be it will be held 4 p.m.-7 p.m. at the stones. This year the trails available. This is the fiscal yearly the Grange Hall on Cooper Road up the mountain were closed meeting so budgets will be vot- in Alexander. Spaces are free but because of the ice and snow ed on for the school and town. you must bring your own tables, still present. Sunday morning, This includes the budget for de- awnings and chairs. Any ques- in the pouring rain, the hikers partments of the town including tions or to sign up contact Deb set out to carry the Hero Stones roads and fire department, for Hanson or Rhonda Oakes.” on Rainbow Trail; there were examples. Karen Poor, Alex- Folks at the Alexander Grange four groups of hikers. When the ander Town Clerk, informed me are at it again. Plans have begun hikers reached the peak of their that the town will also be voting for the Hometown Jubilee to be climb, they formed a sharing on a job description for her posi- held on July 6th, 2019. So far circle where one by one they tion and the plan. The in the works are a breakfast at 7 showed the stone representing School Budget is being moved a.m. at the Breakneck Mountain the fallen hero they carried and to the beginning of the meeting ATV Club on the Cooper Road tell what they had learned about Jim and Dolly Sullivan with the young man that carried their son’s and the Municipal Budget will in Alexander. There will be fun that person. stone. (Submitted photo) be after. at the Grange at 10 a.m. which As the groups returned, the Also, the Town Office now will include free games, food families gathered in a circle to has the new dump stickers avail- including dynamites, hot dogs receive their loved one’s stone able during Town Office hours, and ice cream sundaes, grab from the volunteer who car- mit Project from Dave Cote, the Kelly and Brenda McDonough, so stop by and get yours. bags and more. The parade will ried it. One by one the hikers founder of the Summit Project. John and Kristina Knowles, The Navy ship the Stout Dog begin at 11 a.m. (Those taking told who they were and said the Last October he came to Acadia John and Pat Foley and Keith 55 that Anthony McClure serves part in the parade need to meet name of the fallen hero whose National Park to experience it and Brenda Prout. I wish all on will be in Eastport from July at Newman’s Garage on the stone they carried and returned for himself. He carried one of the couples many more years of 2nd-5th. Anthony is the son of Cooper Road in Alexander (at the stone to the family or some- Spirit Stones. It was while lis- wedded bliss! David and Dawn McClure and 10:30-10:45.) The Cake Walk one who received that stone on tening to the stories of the fallen Good thoughts this week go to he is looking forward to spend- starts at 1 p.m. at the Alexan- behalf of the family. There are during the sharing circle on the Carlos Oakes, Jr., Pike Seavey, ing time with them while his der Grange Hall on the Cooper hugs and tears of gratitude. top of Mount Cadillac that he Avis McIntyre, Eva Rose Fair- ship is there. Daughter Anna- Road in Alexander. It is hard to explain the con- realized how many people over brother, Elwin Daley, Lenny Jean will be home for the 4th as For more information about nection that is felt between the the years have sacrificed their Hanson, Fern Garner and Fred well. Anna-Jean just returned the breakfast contact Llewellyn families and the volunteer bik- lives protecting the freedoms Wallace. And don’t forget about from studying abroad in Athens, Dwelley. To sell your wares or ers and hikers, the gratitude the we all enjoy. He decided then those wonderful caretakers who Greece for a semester of school. to put a float in the parade (no family feels because their hero that he would take part again give so unselfishly to their loved Anna will continue her final charge) contact Debbie Hanson. is not forgotten, and the grati- and influence others to also be- ones. year of college at Embry Riddle For games and parade contact tude the volunteer feels for the come involved. Cam told them This week has not been a good in Daytona, Florida. Lenny Hanson. For Cake Walk sacrifice that hero and the family that what he learned about Chris week. I spent the entire week The Alexander Grange held contact Elizabeth McVicar and have made. Sometimes the vol- from talking with us and reading home due to being under the their Flag Retirement Ceremony general information contact unteer is someone who knew the articles he researched online, he weather. I was finally able to get again this year on June 14th at Dale Holst, Rhonda Oakes or family or even served with the was most touched by the story out a little bit on Friday and at- the Grange Hall with about 15 any Grange member. hero, sometimes the volunteer is of Chris giving his money to the tended the Retirement Flag Cer- people in attendance. Over 400 Mark your calendars folks. a parent, spouse or sibling of the homeless on New Year’s Eve. emony at the Grange, followed flags were retired with dignity in There will be a Singspiration fallen hero, for them the climb Thank you for sharing this by delicious refreshments. Then a ceremony in the Grange Yard. and Give Away at Keys to Life carrying the weight of the stone with us Dolly and Jim, A mov- it was out again on Sunday for Grange member Dale Holst was Church in Calais on June 29th is healing. Most often the vol- ing and loving tribute to Maine’s church in Baileyville. Let me the Master of Ceremonies and from 9-2. There are going to unteer is someone who did not Fallen Heroes and their families. tell you I was sick and tired of was assisted by Jim Sullivan, be lots of items, food and drinks know the person or the family, Thank you to all that make these being sick and tired by the end though many community mem- and it is all free of charge and but in the process of research- events possible and thank you, of the week. bers helped to make the event a fun! Hope to see you there! ing or speaking with the fam- Chris, for your ultimate service If you have news to share, a success. The American Legion While many of us celebrated ily learned about the hero they and sacrifice you gave to this group or club meeting, an activ- donated the burning barrel for Memorial Day with trips to the carried. They are touched by the country. ity, bragging rights for you or the event and several Alexander lake, cookouts and fun, this is reality that someone they had Upcoming birthday wishes your family please do not hesi- Fire Fighters were there to make how Jim and Dolly Sullivan of never met was willing to give for the upcoming week go out tate to contact me. My email sure the fire was safe. After Alexander Maine celebrated. their life to protect the freedoms to Brian Giles, Laura Cousins, address is [email protected]. all those flags were put to rest, They are Gold Star Parents to they enjoy. Elwin Daley, Nicole Napoleo- Our phone number is 454-2344 those in attendance regrouped their son, CPT. Christopher Sul- Jim and Dolly had the op- ni, my cousin Alison Bohanon, and you can contact me on my inside the Grange Hall for some livan, who gave his life for our portunity to spend time with the Skip Poole, Gerald Cooper and Facebook page Cassie Oakes. refreshments and conversation. freedom on January 18, 2005, in young man who carried Chris’s Katie Greenlaw. You may also snail mail me at Discussion for next year’s re- Baghdad Iraq. The Summit Proj- stone. Cam attends Boston Col- Upcoming anniversary wishes 1328 Airline Road, Alexander, tirement is already underway ect does two major events per lege and learned about the Sum- for the upcoming week go out to ME 04694. PAGE 25 Wildlife Photos
Calais, Maine. (Photo by Thomas Stabinski)
A bumble bee crawling out from the inside of a Lady Slipper taken in Robbinston, Maine. (Photo by Cheryl Stabinski)
(Photo by The Propeller Guy in Princeton)
(Photo by The Propeller Guy in Princeton)
(Photo by The Propeller Guy in Princeton) (Photo by Patricia Johnson)
(Photo by Elmer Bailey)
Meddybemps, Maine. (Photo by Maxine Palmeter) (Photo by Roland Johnson)
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Legals/Notices Go to www.calais.news today! Effective July 1st construction crews will be Legals/Notices working on Route 9 in Crawford to replace the Rocky Stream Bridge. Robbinston Notice Kathy Mekelburg The work will require Route 9 to be restricted to one lane Washington County Community College 454-0654 with alternating traffic governed by temporary traffic signals. is seeking Request for Quotation in A secret ballot was held on Please plan travel accordingly as there will be slight delays in the following areas: the school budget. All votes travel time as a result of the work. The lane restriction will be were in favor of the budget. 15’ in width for the duration of the work. The town is responsible for -Sailboat Repairs funding regular instruction, The work is expected to be complete by September 30th. special ed., systems admin- -Marine Upholstery istration, transportation and Please direct any questions regarding the project to T Buck buses. There was no money Deadline for all submissions is 7/12/2019 needed for technical educa- Construction during normal business hours at 207-783-6223, tion, other instruction, student or Aaron at 207-272-2792. at 9 am. and staff support, facilities CA000006370 maintenance and other com- Please contact Ashley Macdonald at 454-1023 mitments. Total expenditure on essential services for the NOTICE or visit https://www.wccc.me.edu/about-wccc/ town is $718,486.30. The to- news-info/rfp/ tal amount the town needs to The Town of Alexander will be holding the Annual Budget Meeting For more information spend is $423,660,00. The on Monday, June 24, 2019 at 6:30 pm at the CA000006368 difference between the two Alexander Elementary School. numbers is due to state fund- CA000006389 ing which is dependent on the town raising the $423,660. Notice The town will raise the appro- STATE OF MAINE DISTRICT COURT priate additional $149,931.95 YORK, ss. SPRINGVALE Washington County Community College is seeking to send the state’s program. Docket Number RE-19-31 ) Request for Quotation in the following areas: This makes the total school ) funding at $868,418.25. ) • Student Counseling Services Sincere sympathy to the ) family and friends of Michelle HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ) Critchley. YORK COUNTY ) Deadline for all submissions is 7/28/2019 at 9 a.m. The front window of the Sewall Congregational Church ) ORDER FOR SERVICE Plaintiff ) is lit during June in celebration BY ALTERNATIVE MEANS Please contact Melvin D. Adams III, Ed.D. of the 20th anniversary of Ken ) (M.R. Civ. P. 4(g)) v. ) at 454-1032 or visit and Ann Carter. There will be ) a hymn sing at the church on ERIN D. FORTUNE and ) https://www.wccc.me.edu/about-wccc/news-info/rfp/ June 30th. Everyone is wel- NICOLAI J. FORTUNE ) come to attend and request For more information their favorite hymn. ) CA000006333 Defendants )
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Parks and Recreation Committee to make plans for the Slip’n Slide event and work on final plans for Town News the Fresh Water Festival. Saturday was the Slip’n Slide Princeton and we lucked out with perfect weather. Fire Chief Tony Rams- Sandra Smith painted with an anti-slip surface and the area behind the library is dell and Parks and Recreation’s First, a final reminder that this in the process of being cleared. Meredith Carle set down a large coming Saturday is the Fresh We then voted to stain the rail- tarp at Brewer Andrews Field. Water Festival with a full day of ings, paint the doors, shutters Then Tony gave the tarp a good activities. See the center pages and window trim. Selectman soaking from the fire depart- Princeton's Park and Recreation and Fire Department Slip'n Slide of this week’s paper for all of Jason Theriault is working with ment’s tank truck. Addison enjoyed by the kids. (Submitted photo) the events! a vendor on a design for a new Ramsdell had fun squirting on Tuesday was the Town of sign. We are looking forward to the soap. We started at noon and with some of his coworkers from Princeton election. The results the book sale at the Freshwater by the end of the event, around Texas Instruments. Mount Ever- are as follows: For selectmen Festival. There will be a great 1:30, we had about 20 children est has been in the news and little (3-year term for two candidates) selection of books, thanks to do- from toddlers to eighth graders did we know that in April Aaron 85 votes for John Leighton and nations. For $5, a special library enjoying running and then slid- was climbing the mountain. 83 votes for Jason Theriault; bag can be filled with books of ing. Every so often Chief Tony Finally, for Frodo, our Corgi’s for school board (3-year term your choice. The library has a gave a spray to keep the tarp wet third birthday, we gave him a for 2 candidates) 83 votes for busy summer schedule planned. and energize the kids. Popsicles scoop of vanilla ice cream and Greg Monk, 78 votes for Tiffany Story hour will continue on the were provided and everyone lots of extra attention. Ramsdell, 13 votes for Dana third Wednesday of the month agreed it was a happy time... June 19 - Princeton Library Kadey; for water district (3-year from 4 - 5 p.m. The summer even for the adults watching the Story Hour 4 - 5 p.m. term for one candidate) George reading program for young pa- kids. Small towns are the best. June 19 - Princeton Parks and Wallace 39 votes. trons is ready to go. The prize Thanks again to Fire Chief Tony Recreation Meeting 6 p.m., Fire Also, I have to report that the this year is a selection of books and PPRC’s Meredith. station time I had been showing for the on dinosaurs. For every book Saturday was the Grover & June 22 - Princeton Fresh Water Festival Aaron Kesel at Mount Everest. Princeton Town Meeting had read a credit is given which goes Peta Brown Benefit at the Princ- (Submitted photo) been changed from 7 p.m. to 6 into a drawing for the prize. Last eton Rod & Gun Club. There June 24 - “Let’s Talk About It” Book Group - Princeton Library p.m. which I just learned on Fri- summer 13 youngsters read 85 was a great turnout and as usual, for the holiday day. I am very sorry and will be books. Let’s see if we can beat sumptuous dishes were donated 7 p.m. June 26 - Princeton Library To send me news, just drop me sure to double-check the times of that figure. Also starting on for the pot luck supper. Be- a note princetonnews@outlook. town meetings in the future. Wednesday, June 26 from 2 - 3 is tween the raffle and donations, Summer Science Program 2 - 3 p.m. com or give me a call after 10 Wednesday was a meeting the Summer of Science Program. a goodly amount was raised to a.m. at 796-2261. My deadline of the Princeton Library Com- The kids really loved this activ- help the Browns. June 28 - Princeton Town Office Closing at noon for the to submit the column is 4 p.m. mittee. Attending were Nancy ity, so please check with Heidi I was given this interesting on Monday. Davies, Pat Wyeth, myself and about signing up. story. Aaron Kesel, former young closing of town books. Librarian, Heidi Potter. She On Wednesday, as well, there resident of Princeton and son of July 4 - (Thursday) Princeton reported that the ramp has been was a meeting of the Princeton Jim Kesel, took an exciting trip Town Office and Library closed Grand Lake Stream Dave McCullough the problems associated with ones!! SOUS VIDE that Scott has Thanks to the volunteers who introducing a new strand of Speaking of “The Middle been using to cook prime rib. help keep Grand Lake Stream Another great reason to live fish. Communicating between Walk”, have you noticed how DDDElicious is the only was to safe! in Grand Lake Stream is to federal, state and local folks clean it looks and that flowers describe the results. On Tuesday, June 25th, please join with people who have was an important part of the that have been planted? We can The Grand Lake Stream and join Downeast Lakes Land busy lives and are not familiar discussions. The guests went thank a man and his dog walk- Tomah Country Trail Riders Trust and the Passamaquoddy with all the many attractions on a walking trip through the ing about town for keeping will be hosting an ATV Safety Wildlife Department’s (PWD) and issues faced by this small “middle walk” then across the things in such nice condition! Course on Sunday, June 23 John Sewell for a unique pre- community. We were indeed dam followed by a tour of the July 4th is just around the from 9-3:30 at the GLS School sentation on the Downeast Deer fortunate to have Senator Mari- wonderful Grand Lake Stream corner. I was talking with a Building at 15 Water Street in Partnership. This impactful re- anne Moore from Maine Sen- Museum then the fish hatchery. person who just flew in from Grand Lake Stream. If you search has major implications ate District 6 and Kathy Javner A most informative event where California to go fishing. After have or know of a child under for the health and well-being of from the Maine House of Rep- everyone listened and learned. chatting about hide-outs for the the age of 16 it is essential that Downeast Maine’s white-tailed resentatives. There was a strong Don’t forget that the “middle big salmon and the fishing con- they take a safety course and deer herd. Mr. Sewell has been turnout at the Pine Tree Store as walk stream” is stocked specifi- ditions, he wanted to be sure this is an excellent opportunity tracking area deer through GPS residents took the opportunity cally for youth 16 and under. A Grand Lake Stream would be to take the course locally. The collaring methods, and will de- to ask questions about open- great place to catch fish and de- having a July 4th celebration local wardens may opt to give a scribe the progress of the proj- ing the dam sluice way and velop the skills to catch the big and parade. If there are ques- young person a warning but it is ect. In addition, DLLT Presi- tions regarding the July 4th unwise to count on such a warn- dent David Montague will speak activities call 796-2286 or 796- ing. To pre-register, Call Sue about DLLT’s partnership with Legals/Notices 2100. Next week we will have LaPlante 796-5050 or Donna the PWD, and initial efforts of details in the column! Last year Renaud 796-2777. Lunch will implementing this project in the we had 20+ floats so lets make be provided by the clubs. Downeast Lakes Community BID REQUEST this year’s parade bigger and Mark your calendar for a Forest and Grand Lake Stream. better. The theme is “Celebrat- spectacular event coming on Meet at the Grand Lake Stream LEGAL TOWN ROADS ing Grand Lake Stream Amer- June 29th! The GLS ATV Club School Building at 6 pm. For SNOW REMOVAL AND SANDING ica” so any float idea is a good and the Snowmobile Club will more information, please con- one. We will have trophies for be hosting a spaghetti supper. tact DLLT at (207) 796 – 2100, TheThe Town Town of Alexanderof Alexander is issoliciting soliciting bids bids for for Snow Snow Removal Removal andand each category. Bring the whole Dinner will be spaghetti with or email info@downeastlakes. SandingSanding of of17.42 17.42 miles miles of State of State Aid Highways Aid Highways and Town and WaysTown for Ways the family plus a beautiful day with meat sauce, bread, salad, and org. upcomingfor the upcoming three Snow three Seasons. Snow SuccessfulSeasons. Successful bidder must bidder supply mustown sunshine! ice cream with strawberries. A last comment to make you equipmentsupply own and equipment General Liability,and General Automobile Liability, Liability Automobile and Workers Liability FAMILY FUN NOTICE: The evening will feature dinner, smile. Jenifer decided this year Compensationand Workers Compensationand employers’ and Liability employers’ Certificate Liability of Certificate Insurances of Join Down East Lakes Land Italian music, a photo booth, that she would put some artifi- Insurances naming the Town of Alexander as additional insured OR Trust for the first installment of 50/50 and bingo. Dinner will be cial flowers in her window box- naming the Town of Alexander as additional insured OR provide the DLLT Outdoor Film Series available from 5-7, with bingo es because our friends the deer anprovide approved an approved Predetermination Predetermination of Independent of Independent Contractor Contractor Status Status form instead of Worker’s Compensation certificate and on Friday, June 21st generously to follow. Cost is $10 for adults walk across the street at night form instead of Worker’s Compensation certificate and abide by sponsored by Machias Savings and $5 for children. Tickets are and clean out the “real ones”. theabide Town by of the Alexander’s Town of Alexander’s Sand/Salt Shed Sand/Salt & Sand/Salt Shed &Use Sand/Salt Policy, Use Policy, which was adopted February 22, 2017. Copies may Bank. This free series runs on at the door. Come out and sup- In the morning there are always which was adopted February 22, 2017. Copies may be picked up the third Friday of June, July, port the clubs who do so much a few fake blossoms that the withbe thepicked required up with Bid the Forms required at the Bid Alexander Forms at Townthe Alexander Office located Town and August on the Grand Lake to make local trails great rid- deer family tried and spit out atOffice 50 Cooper located Road at Alexander,50 Cooper MERoad 04694. Alexander, ME 04694. Stream ball field. The first film ing. on the ground below the boxes. on the 21st is Disney’s “White The Grand Lake Stream Fire At least they are consistent and SealedSealed bids bids marked marked “BID, “BID, TOWN TOWN ROADS ROADS SNOW SNOW REMOVAL REMOVAL && Fang.” Popcorn will be pro- Department continues it’s train- perhaps hopeful. SANDING”SANDING” must must be be received received at at the the town town office office by 6:00by 6 pmp.m. May July 9, 9, vided, and movie-goers should ing mode with the emergency Your humble correspondent, 2019.2019. Bids Bids received received after after this this date date and and time time will will not not be be considered.considered. bring chairs and drinks. Bring vehicle operation now complet- Dave McCullough, contact at: the whole family! You might ed. The department assisted the 207-796-2286 or dmccull1@ BidBid to to be be opened opened at at the the Selectmen’s Selectmen’s Meeting Meeting May July 9,9, 2019.2019. TheThe Selectmen reserve the right to reject any or all bids. put some bug spray in your Princeton Department in two maine.rr.com Selectmen reserve the right to reject any or all bids. back pocket just in case. recent structural fires in Princ- Last week I was at Leen’s eton. The GLS Department will ForFor more more information, information, please please contact contact Karen Karen Poor, Poor, Town Town Clerk Clerk at at 454-3011. Lodge and discovered the 5 be part of the July 4th event and 454-3011. CA000006393 Star cooking technique called also the “Folk Art Festival”. 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Calais American Legion HELP WANTED Application Michael McLean • 454-3435 Period Open Princeton School Department is seeking TAPS: Bernie Johnson. Bernie will be sadly missed by family and friends. The “ United Veterans Honor Guard” participated in an Ed Tech II or III for fall. for Neighbors the funeral service. We will also participate in the 4 July parade in Eastport. Correspondence: Commander Calais American Legion If interested, send resume, certification Helping Sherman Brothers Post #3, PO Box 311, Calais, Maine 04619. Email: Calais American Legion. Facebook: Calais American Le- and application to: Neighbors gion. Tel: 207-214-4410(cell). Commander Mike. Charity Williams Down East Maine Missions Princeton School Department is now soliciting applications for its 2019 Neighbors Help- 289 Main Street ing Neighbors home repair Princeton, ME 04668 program. The NHN program provides home repair services or email [email protected] for low income residents in the coastal communities of Registered Nurse – Chronic Care All applications can be found on our website at Washington County. In the last twenty years, hundreds of Manager www.aos90.org under job opportunities low income households have CA000006360 received essential, life-saving Full time Position – Monday through Friday repairs. Typical repairs include roofing, painting, window and Market competitive salary; 100% employer paid health, dental, vision door replacement, skirting premiums; 8 Holidays; 9 days off in first year. repair on mobile homes, as well as access issues such as Eastport Health Care has an immediate opening for a full time wheelchair ramps, porches, Registered Nurse - Chronic Care Manager in the Eastport office. and stairs. Application forms can be The position requires a highly motivated and experienced Registered found at many local town of- Nurse with a minimum of 3 years’ experience with supervision/ fices or completed online at leadership skills. Must have proficient computer skills, working www.downeastmainemissions. knowledge of electronic health records, team-focused, possess QI Coordinator - providing admin support to com. Applications can also be excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude. Care the Executive Director of Quality requested by writing to Down management experience is preferred. Scheduled Hours: Full Time M-F 40 Hours East Maine Missions, P. O. Please submit cover letter and resume to: Salary starting at $13.50 depending on experience Box 286, East Machias, ME Benefits: 04630. For more information, Eastport Health Care, Inc. ~ Competitive health insurance plan including: contact David Grainger, Direc- Attn: Roxy Woodworth, H.R. 25% discount on DECH medical services tor, by calling 207-299-5706 or 30 Boynton St. Bi-weekly premiums at $17.00 for single and $65.00 by email at daviddowneast@ Eastport, ME 04631 for family coverage gmail.com. [email protected] ~ Employer paid life insurance ~ 401k retirement plan with minimum hospital Eastport Health Care is an equal opportunity employer & provider contribution of 3% and matching % (when eligible) ~ Generous time off plan CA000006353 ~ Additional benefits available Need Successful candidates will have: ~ Associates degree newspaper? Substitute Custodians Needed ~ Typing 40 wpm, word processing, spreadhseets, databases, desktop publishing experience Stop by our The Calais School Department is accepting applications for ~ Medical terminology preferred ~ Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage office at Substitute Custodians multiple priorities with flexibility and organization. Must possess a high level of initiative in order to complete required duties. 23 Church St. (Fingerprints and Criminal History Background Take the first step. . . Check are Required) Visit our website to learn more and in Calais to complete our online application at Applications are available at http://www.dech.org pick some up. EOE the Superintendent’s Office MVNO000006744 32 Blue Devil Hill, Calais, ME 04619 (207) 454-2296 Medical Office Administrative Assistant Blue Devil Health Center EOE CA000006350 School Year 19-20
Assistant to staff at health center daily from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. plus additional time AOS 96 as needed to provide minor first aid, medication administration, scheduling, data 2019~ 2020 Vacancy input and retrieval, billing, reception, and customer service.
Rose M. Gaffney Elementary Qualifications: Education and/or experience in medical office and/or M.A., C.N.A. Grades 7/8 Math Teacher or C.R.M.A. preferred; excellent computer and communication skills required. D.O.E. background check/fingerprinting required upon hire. Position will be filled when a suitable candidate is found.
Send letter of application, resume, transcripts, copy of For information you may contact: [email protected]. certification and three letters of reference to: Please submit resume/references and application to: Scott K. Porter Office of the Superintendent of Schools Superintendent of Schools Attn: Ann Skriletz AOS 96 32 Blue Devil Hill, Calais, ME 04619 Machias Bay Area School System (207) 454-7561 291 Court Street Machias, ME 04654 Position will close when suitable candidate is found. (207) 255-6585 E.O.E. EOE CA000006351 MVNO000006755 PAGE 29
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HELP WANTED Two People needed for Office Spring Cleaning. Some heavy lifting is required. $15 per hour, up to 4 hours. References are an asset. For more information, please call the office (207) 454-3561.
ConservationWashington Law County Enforcement Community Instructor Full-time, 3 Collegeyear grant funded position Moosabec CSD and Short-Term Seasonal Worker Washington County Community College (WCCC) is seeking to fill a three-year grant funded full-time faculty School Union 103 position in the Conservation Washington Law County Enforcement Community program. College This positionis currently will prepare looking students to for entry level positions relevanthire to conservation a short-term law (10 enforcement to 12 weeks) and seasonal prepare worker. students Primary for upper duties division coursework at Openings 2019-2020 School Year Universities and collegesinclude lawnwhere maintenance. a bachelor’s degree Provide in conservationproject assistance law is desired. to current Comply with pertinent federal, state, MCCSmaintenance and WCCC staff regulations; for general student maintenance academic and advising, repair of committee buildings work, professional Jonesport-Beals High School development activities,and grounds. curriculum These development, duties may contact require with the students use of outside hand tools the classroom, and participation Grades 9-12 in college recruitmentsmall activities. power tools.This position Additional is on dutiesa day/evening may also schedule. include general Music Teacher (Part-time 14.29%) custodial services. Bus Driver MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Conservation Law with 5 to 10 years’ experience in theThe field. right If candidatesthe right candidate should havehas anknowledge associate of degree materials, in criminal methods, justice or conservation Jonesport Elementary School law and 5 to 10 years’and equipment experience used in the in field, maintenance the candidate work aswill well be asexpected experience to get withtheir bachelor’s degree Kindergarten Teacher lawn equipment. Ability to understand and follow simple oral and in an appropriate field within 3 years. Music Teacher (Part-time 57.14%) written instructions; perform a variety of routine manual tasks in the care, cleaning and limited maintenance of buildings and equipment; Pre-K Educational Technician III PROJECTED START DATE: Fall 2019 (semester starts: August 19, 2019) STARTING SALARY: 2 - Special Education Educational Technician IIIs $35,280.39 - $47,413.08must be 18depending years old; on have education a valid anddriver’s experience. license; andBENEFITS: ability to 100%lift employer paid 50 pounds unassisted required. health, dental and life insurance for employees (spouse/domestic partner/dependent coverage also Beals Elementary School available), vision insurance, choice between Maine Public Employees Retirement System or TIAA CREF This position will pay $12.10 an hour, with no benefits and no Music Teacher (Part-time 28.57%) in lieu of social security, generous sick/personal time allowances, professional development, and free expectation the position will continue beyond the dates listed Custodian/Bus Driver tuition within the MCCS for employee, spouse and qualifying dependents. above. Interested candidates should submit a WCCC employment application from the college website, www.wccc.me.edu or pick * * * * * * * APPLICATION PROCESS: Review of applications will begin Friday, June 28, 2019. Please send cover up an application at the receptionist area of the college and return Positions will remain open until filled. For an application, please letter, resume, unofficial transcripts and a list of three professional references to [email protected] by Wednesday, May 29, 2019 or mail to Robyn Leighton, Human visit our website at www.union103.org or contact: or mail to: RobynResources, Leighton, Human WCCC, Resource One College Coordinator, Drive, WashingtonCalais, ME County04619 WCCCCommunity College, One College Drive, Calais,is an EO/AAME 04619. Employer WCCC is an EO/AA Employer CA000006364 Superintendent of Schools CA000006258 127 Snare Creek Lane Jonesport, ME 04649-3138 Tel. (207)497-2154/Fax (207)497-2703
HELP WANTED - E.O.E. MVNO000006778 Passamaquoddy Tribe’s Pleasant Point Delivery Driver (part time) Health Center and Passamaquoddy Tribal Government For Delivery pick up and deliveries Driver of lawn &(part tractor equipment. time) Must have valid Maine Driver's license and be able to load and unload products.For pick up and deliveries of lawn & tractor equipment. Must Health Center Director have valid Maine Driver'sGuptill’s license Lawn and & Garden be able to load and unload The Passamaquoddy Tribe’s Pleasant Point Health Center is seeking to employ a Health Center products. 883 Main Street Director. The successful applicant will take on responsible for the overall administration and EastGuptill’s Machias, Lawn ME& Garden 04630 management of the Health Center programs in accordance with the decisions and priorities by 883(207) Main 255-4130 Street 2 col x 2” MVNO000006779 the Tribal Chief and Council along with the terms and conditions contained within Health Center East Machias, ME 04630 grants and contracts. Interested persons should contact the Pleasant Point Human Resources (207) 255-4130 2 col x 2” MVNO000006779 Department at (207) 853-5112 for an application.
Referral Specialist Store Manager (full time) The Passamaquoddy Tribe’s Pleasant Point Health Center is seeking to employ a Referral Specialist. The successful applicant will work cooperatively with the Purchased & Referred Care (PRC) staff in Must haveStore strong communicationManager skills, (fullcomputer time) literate and able ensuring the timely scheduling, coordination, and consultation tracking for referred patients outside to contribute in creative ways to improve & grow our company, of our facility. The Referral Specialist will establish and maintain relationships with identified server possessMust have an strong understanding communication of bookkeeping skills, computer principles, literate and able able to providers, obtaining and inputting medical information to complete the referral process. Interested reviewto contribute contracts, in creative invoices ways and runto improvereports. & grow our company, persons should contact the Pleasant Point Human Resources Department at (207) 853-5112 for an possess an understanding of bookkeeping principles, able to application. Dutiesreview contracts, include: invoices Staff supervision, and run reports. Purchasing and stocking inventory, customer service & satisfaction mediation and employee Tribal Operations Director training.Duties include:Business Staffdegree supervision, a plus but not Purchasing mandatory. andFlexible stocking work The Passamaquoddy Tribal Government is seeking to employ a Tribal Operations Director. The scheduleinventory, is customer required. service Salaried & satisfaction position. mediation and employee successful applicant will take on responsible for the overall administration and management of training. Business degree a plus but not mandatory. Flexible work schedule is required.Guptill’s Salaried Lawn position. & Garden the Tribal Government in accordance with the decisions and priorities by the Tribal Chief and 883 Main Street Council. Interested persons should contact the Pleasant Point Human Resources Department EastGuptill’s Machias, Lawn ME& Garden 04630 at (207) 853-5112 for an application. 883(207) Main 255-4130 Street 2 col x 3.2”CA000006368 MVNO000006780 East Machias, ME 04630 (207) 255-4130 2 col x 3.2” MVNO000006780 PAGE 30
Meddybemps The waiting areas sometimes sensitive to owners and their has been collected and take a front seat with her paws resting become quite a social place. personal property.) We all love group photo. The more the mer- on the railing, as the wind blew Linda Baniszeski Here is hoping every father in Meddybemps Lake and want to rier!” *Please contact us if you her hair and gave her great joy! our community had a wonderful keep it as clean as possible for have an area/shoreline that you All we have to say is “boaty?” It’s a lovely day in the neigh- Father’s Day. Scuffy got Barry all to enjoy! Join us for a fun DO NOT want us to touch* and she speeds to the dock to borhood! Beautiful azure blue a card and weather vane for morning on the lake gathering Many more boats have been jump aboard. skies decorated by puffy white his little tool building. It looks as much trash as you can safely launched for the season and are Please let me know about your clouds in many shapes and good. Scuffy did a good job. collect. If you would like to par- seen bobbing at their docks. We family, organization and town sizes. If that was not wonder- Following is the latest news ticipate, please e-mail the LMA got ours in yesterday, and it was news at LBaniszeski@myfair- ful enough, a light breeze from from Meddybemps Lake Asso- at [email protected] or delightful to buzz around the point.net or phone 454-3719. the lake kept the bugs away. A ciation by way of Amy Rothberg Amy Salamon at ASalamon@ lake for the first time. Scuffy au- horde of dragonflies is flying Salamon: “Summer Greetings LNRothberg.com tomatically took her perch on the about. They have come to our to Everyone! The lake has been divided into rescue as they gobble up the Our favorite time of year is various sections as noted on a mosquitos and assorted bugs finally here and what better way map. LMA is asking for volun- that endlessly pest us. to kick off the season than our teers to assist in this effort for an FOR RENT Happy Anniversary to Patty first Meddybemps Lake Trash area where you are comfortable SHARED PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE and Dana Reynolds. Madge Cleanup Day! to do this. Printed copies of Orchard celebrates her birthday LMA Members and Volunteers the map will be available at the ON NORTH STREET IN CALAIS on June 21 and Pete McCoubrey are partnering with Keith Ramos town dock on the morning of the on the 25th. Congratulations and Interns of The Moosehorn cleanup day. We welcome every- and many blessings to each. National Wildlife Refuge on one to participate, whether it be Approximately 400 sq. ft. of private space Continued get well wishes to Friday, 7/5/2019 from 10 a.m. by a motorboat, canoe, kayak or including 3 large exam/office rooms. Plus common Corey McCray who was hospi- - 1 p.m. with Saturday 7/6/2019 by foot. Once all of the trash has reception and waiting area. Optional private office talized for a very serious illness. as the rain date. The accessible been collected, we will meet at It hasn’t kept him down. Since lake shoreline, islands and cove the Town Dock at 1 p.m. to prop- available in basement. On-site parking. treatment and release, Corey areas will be done. (Please be erly dispose of everything that has been busily readying his Ideal for a satellite: gardens, camp and dock for the summer season. Best wishes, Medical • Law • Podiatric • Real Estate as well, for good health for Chiropractic • Counseling • Massage Paulyne Ward and a quick re- Optometric • Denturist • Dental Hygienist covery. Paulyne and I saw each other awaiting tests last Friday CEDAR RIDGE PROPERTIES LLC at Calais Regional Hospital. (207) 454-2312 • [email protected]
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For Sale Waterfront Home at FURNISHED AND UN- Bear Cove on Meddybemps Lake FURNISHED 1 AND 2 CA000006375 BDRM APTS in Calais and Baileyville. Contact 214- 0033 after 7 p.m. Heidi Hol- ley: 207-347-0880. FURNISHED EFFICIEN- Large basement apartment: CY APTS - Located in Bai- Over 1000 square feet, living room, Huge Yard leyville. Heat, electric and bedroom, half bathroom, kitchen, Sale cable TV included. Laundry wood stove, storage. Also shared available on premises. No pets shower and laundry. New paint and allowed. Call for more info. kitchen. All utilities included. Modern Saturday, 427-6698. home in Calais area with 4 acres of June 22nd land overlooking a pond. We are ONE BEDROOM AND EF- looking for a person or persons to 9 AM - 4 PM 35 Cottage Lane, Baileyville, Maine • 207-897-5281 FICIENCY APARTMENTS live in a basement apartment at a 91 North St. Calais. Call 952- modified rent in return for assistance Grand Lake Stream $335,000 CA000006349 9097. with looking after our two dogs and Schoolhouse looking after the house when we MODERN NEWLY REN- are away. Nonsmokers, no drugs, To benefit Free Paper or Digital Subscription OVATED SUITE OF OF- no cats, dog might be considered. Women to FICES. 5 offices with kitchen References from previous landlords Women Group, for Active or Retired, US Military, Police, handicap accessible bathroom, and or employer required. Call and Border Patrol, Fire Fighters and First Responders. parking lot. Heat, electric and leave a message at 207-454-4105. Grand Lake Stream AC included 214-9136 or 454- CA000006256 7712. Call (207) 454-3561 • Toll Free 1-844-268-6356 or Send Email to HOUSE FOR RENT - In Robbinston. 3 bedroom, 2 [email protected] In Search of Laborers and bath. No utilities. 1st month + TWO BUILDINGS FOR security deposit required. $950 Concrete Workers. Call Gray’s SALE in excellent location on Concrete 255-8912. The Calais Advertiser is per month. 207-454-2287. Route 1 in Robbinston, very reasonable price. Leave clear grateful to all our heroes 1 OR 2 BDRM APTS AND message 207-454-3573. STOREFRONT available FOR RENT in uniform and retired who in Calais and Princeton. 949- Large one bedroom served our great nation for 1321. apartment down town the protection of others. FOR RENT Calais on Main street. STUDIO APARTMENT fur- Spacious single If one of your loved ones is serving overseas please let us know and nished with household items, story 2 bedroom internet, cable, heat, all inclu- Kitchen, LR, bedroom, we will send their copy in US Military Mail Service (MPS) sive. $1,200. 207-454-0241 apartment 1200 sq. ft. apartment has bathroom. ceramic tiled kitchen/dining room, Rent $490 plus utilities. LARGE 1 BEDROOM IN 7,000 FT. OF CALAIS. All utilities includ- full bath and carpeted living First, last, security. Refer- room. All appliances included, Handyman ed. Very inexpensive. Call ences and lease required. WAREHOUSE 853-3101. washer/dryer, stove, refrigerator, $18/hr SPACE dishwasher, & garbage disposal. No pets. Roofing and leaks, AVAILABLE RENTALS $1,125/mo includes HEAT, heated AVAILABLE! IN ROBBINSTON - Studio attached garage, water/septic, Please call Carpentry, Painting RENT ALL OR PARTIAL. Apartment excellent for single mowing, shoveling & plowing Loading dock and overhead of snow and garbage removal. 207-214 7176 or and General Maintenance. or couple. Two or Three Bed- doors and office. room Apartment, no pets. Very Located on riverfront property. text 540-588-6803 for reasonable rents. Leave clear www.cousinsrealtyonline.com an application. Call Wayne McNally Call 454-7712, message, 207-454-3573. 207-271-6541 214-9136 or 214-7497 207-214-6030 CA000006339 PAGE 31
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STUMP The Calais Advertiser is looking for correspondents from the following towns: GRINDING Eastport, Pleasant Point, Perry, Pembroke, Robbinston, Charlotte, Dennysville, Whiting, Lubec, Talmadge/Waite/ Seeking freelance journalist to contribute weekly articles on assignment. Topsfield, Vanceboro/Lambert Lake, Campobello, Deer Island, and Grand Manan to provide news each week, Send cover letter and writing sample to such as local events, resident news and more. [email protected]. 726-4748 Interested? Email [email protected] HELP WANTED Washington Place Maintenance Position (Part-Time)
Must be able to perform general maintenance, which includes repairs, plumbing, painting, mowing, yard care, rug care and maintaining FULL TIME PAYROLL MANAGER upkeep of building.
MILBRIDGE ME Experience helpful, but will train. Jasper Wyman & Son is seeking a Payroll Manager to join our Finance Team. The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing the processing of company payroll. Ensures accurate calculation of wages, tax withholdings, Contact Lila Taylor at 207-454-3663 company deductions, as well as all year-end adjustments and tax reporting. Being a Payroll Manager prepares CA000006326 reports on employee pay, bonuses, vacation, sick time, disability and workers compensation leave, and taxes/ withholdings, etc. Ensures proper governmental reporting and compliance. Manages all aspects of our Payroll Department. Additionally, the Payroll Manager may require accountability to both finance and human resource departments.
Example Duties and Responsibilities – WANTED: BOAT TENDER • Maintain payroll system (ADP) by managing the design of the system, directing the collection, calculation, Eastport, ME and entering of data for all locations • Create and maintain payroll policies and procedures Are you mechanically-inclined, have knowledge of the • Provide system support to human resources team members; Maintain and update the ADP self-managed portal for all employees; Provide main line of customer support for all employees tides, able to perform physically demanding tasks and • Calculate and process payroll for all locations; Coordinate the timely processing of weekly hourly payroll looking for full time seasonal work? and salary payroll for all locations through regular communications with the payroll processing teams The Boat Tender is responsible for the preparation of • Generate payroll data for entries to the general ledger; Prepare monthly payroll accrual entries for all seaweed bags, towing/tying off bags to an anchor and locations; Reconcile Flex, HSA, other medical benefit invoices to payroll records transporting full bags to shore, removing rocks, rope, and • Monitor the timely preparation and filing of all monthly, quarterly, and annual federal, state and local payroll tax related reports changing blades and anvils in the Mechanical Harvester. Must haves: valid driver’s license, vehicle, experience with Qualifications – an outboard motor and be eligible to apply for seaweed harvesters’ licence. • Associates Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a similar field required • Accounting experience preferred, with at least 3 years of progressive experience in a payroll management If this sounds like you, please contact: role. including responsibility for payroll processing in a multi-facility company, manufacturing operations Mike Shaw at [email protected] or 207-949-3353. knowledge preferred CA000006289 • Must be efficient, with a strong attention to detail, decision-making, and judgement • Must have strong internal and external customer communication and collaboration support orientation, demonstrated professional demeanor, and the ability to maintain confidential information • Must have strong organization and planning skills, demonstrated ability to work independently and within teams, and exercise sound judgment and problem solving • Technical and comprehensive knowledge of all payroll and benefit systems, reporting and analysis, Marshall Healthcare Facility accounting, and payroll tax functions Marshall Healthcare Facility • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and payroll software applications (ADP ImmediateMarshall Healthcare Opening Facility Workforce preferred) ImmediateMarshall Healthcare Opening Facility ImmediateRN/LPN Charge Opening Nurse Physical Demands – EveningImmediateRN/LPN Shift/Full Charge andOpening Nurse Part time EveningRN/LPN Shift/Full Charge and Nurse Part time EveningRN/LPN Shift/Full Charge and Nurse Part time The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully Evening NightShift/FullCNA Shift and RN Part time perform the essential functions of this job. Part timeCNA all shifts While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand and walk as well as sit for Part timeCNA all shifts Part timeCNA all shifts a long period of time. Must be able to answer the telephone. The employee must occasionally lift or move office PartMed time Tech all shifts products and supplies, up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with Part time/DayFulltime shift-everyMed Tech Days other weekend disabilities to perform the essential functions. Part time/Day shift-everyMed Tech other weekend Part time/DayDietary/Cook shift-everyMed Tech other weekend Part time/Day8Dietary/Cook Hoursshift-every a week other weekend This position is a full-time, year round position. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, company paid Life Insurance, Dietary/Cook AD&D, STD, LTD, 401K Savings Plan, competitive vacation time and more. Salary TBD based on qualifications. 8 Hours a week 8Dietary/Cook HoursLaundry a week Every8 Hours LaundryotherFulltime a weekend week Please send resume and/or further questions to: Every Laundryother weekend Every Laundryother weekend April Norton Please send resumeEvery to: officemarshalls@firstatlantic.com other weekend Director of Human Resources Please sendor mailed resume to: to: Marshall officemarshalls@firstatlantic.com Healthcare Facility Please send resume to:16 officemarshalls@firstatlantic.com Beal Street Phone: 207-546-3800 EXT 318 Please sendor mailed resume to: to:Marshall officemarshalls@firstatlantic.com Healthcare Facility or mailed to:Machias Marshall ME Healthcare 04654 Facility Fax: 207-546-3311 or mailed to: Marshall16 Beal StreetHealthcare Facility Machias16 Beal ME Street 04654 Email: [email protected] Machias16 Beal ME Street 04654 MVNO000006410 EOE/AA Machias ME 04654 MVNO000006555MVNO000006410 MVNO000006812 MVNO000006410
MVNO000006410 PAGE 32 PES Penny Carnival! St. Kateri (Photos by Kaileigh Deacon) Donates to Food Pantry
Fr. Kevin Martin from St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish provided a $3,500 check to Fr. David Sivret, President of Irene Chadbourne Ecumenical Food Pantry. The money will be used to purchase and install a large upright freezer. St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish applied for a grant from Catholic Charities Maine. A $2,000 grant was approved from the “Matthew 25 Award.” The remainder was donated by a St. Kateri Parish family who wished to remain anonymous. (Photo by Pierre Who doesn't love a good caterpillar toss game? Larrea Norris kept Little) coming back again and again to play and win a prize at Wednesday's End of the Year Carnival at Princeton Elementary School. Flag Retirement Ceremony By Natalie Boomer A flag retirement ceremony Jim Sullivan giving in- took place on Friday at the struction on how to retire Alexander Grange Hall. This a flag to Carlos Oakes, Jr. (Photo by Natalie event gave members of the Boomer) community a chance to retire their worn, torn or tattered flags. “It went well, a small but dedicated group this year. It was the third time that we have held it. We've always done it on Flag Day,” said Rhonda Oakes of the Alexander Grange #304. “The Grange sponsors it, and it is open to the public and folks are welcome to bring their torn Face Painting is always a big hit and fairs and carnivals. Aubrey and worn flags. Folks also give Beers-Demolet gets her face painted by Sierra Barnes to look like their flags to Grangers to have a dalmatian. them retired. In previous years Oakes. Although Jim Sullivan caped the fire barrel. Afterward John Dudley led the event, retired most of the flags, others we go inside the Grange Hall this year an Alexander Grange had the opportunity to retire for refreshments and conver- Master and Navy Veteran led their own flag or help others sation,” she said. Lessons and Tom, the Office Cat us. There always seems to be with theirs. “Fire Department history were shared throughout discussion about our family members were there with water the ceremony. and friends that served,” said tanks to put the fire out if it es- ST. CROIX
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