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Volume 26 Number 19 | October 1, 2020 A Free, Not-for-Profit Newspaper Serving Gorham Since 1995 Courage House: USM Takes Protective Measures A Year Later During COVID Pandemic

John Ersek their vehicles, they Staff Writer would be wearing masks, as all per- Visits to USM’s cam- sons on the cam- puses in Gorham and pus are required to Portland by the gener- do at all times. The al public are currently only exceptions are not allowed. But if a for those inside a hypothetical member vehicle or inside of the public were to their own dorm drive through USM’s room. Gorham campus, one Some less notice- of the first things they able but equally would notice would be important improve- the three large white ments are mea- tents placed around the sures like frequent campus. There is also COVID-19 testing. one on the Portland Approximately 2,000 Photo credit Roger Marchand campus behind Payson asymptomatic mem- Smith Hall. These tents Photo credit Roger Marchand bers of the University Kathy Corbett are intended as places Three large tents have been placed around the USM campus for students to congregate or of Maine on-campus Staff Writer where students can socially isolate in a safe manner. community are test- congregate or socially ed every 10 days, In late June 2019, Courage House isolate before, during, and after classes, since the spring 2020 semester. The which has increased the state-wide level welcomed its first resident, a man in a safer manner than traditional indoor parking lot would still appear full, of testing. (Specific percentages for who was recently released from pris- settings. There are designated places in as total USM student enrollment has the number of students and staff being on and in recovery for substance the tents where students can sit while actually increased slightly. Full time tested at USM’s campuses are not yet abuse disorder. Some Gorham resi- accessing Wi-Fi, taking part in after-class enrollment was 1,223 as of the first available.) In addition, the University dents had expressed concern over discussions, or participating in meetings day of classes, although the number of Maine is using wastewater testing the location of a halfway house in the of clubs and other student organizations. of students in Gorham residence halls to monitor possible COVID-19 lev- center of town. But 15 months later, Anyone driving through the campus was down to 728, a number that is els at USM’s Gorham dormitories, as Al Garcia, Courage House program might not notice all of the significant below capacity. If a visitor happened director, said, “We have not been improvements that have taken place to see any students exiting or entering Continued on Page 3 perfect, but we are glad to be able to show people we are good neigh- bors.” The Board of Directors There are currently 16 men liv- Maine Maple Sunday: Take Two ing in the house on School Street and staff of the Gorham and every bed is filled. It is a vol- Leslie Dupuis Times extend our most untary program. All applicants are Editor heartfelt sympathy to screened with case workers recom- our editor Leslie Dupuis mending applicants who they believe The pandemic altered plans for will benefit from group living. All are Maine Maple Sunday in March, but the and her family on the required to have counseling. During Maine Maple Producers Association loss of their son Jacob the past year about 50 men have lived announced that some farms will par- Dupuis, as well as to the ticipate in a rescheduled fall week- in the house. “Some stay for just a family of Henry O'Neill. few days,” Garcia said, “because they end, October 10-11. In Gorham, local are not a good fit and move on.” farms will participate but the activities Both young men were Others stay and become part of the and offerings will be limited. 2019 graduates of Gorham community. Jo’s Sugarhouse (Hartwell Farm) Gorham High School. will be open both days from 9 a.m. First Parish Church welcomed the The grief within our men from the beginning. “Courage to 4 p.m. for product sales. There House residents are our neighbors,” will also be an opportunity to pet the newspaper family and said the church’s pastor, Christine goats on the farm. Curbside pickup is greater community is Photo credit Merrifield Farm Dyke, adding, “They live right across available for those who feel more com- palpable. Rest in peace. the street.” Members deliver wel- fortable shopping from a distance. For summer. Given the restrictions with come baskets to new residents which the latest details, visit Jo’s Sugarhouse COVID, they feel more comfortable include socks, underwear, playing Facebook page. waiting until next year to hopefully cards, and personal hygiene items. Parson’s Farm and the Lockman participate as they have in previous Courage House is a line item in the Farm have opted to forgo Maine years. SEE CANDIDATE PROFILES church budget and some members Maple Sunday this fall. Both have had As of press time, Merrifield Farm have even donated their federal stim- success selling their maple products had not confirmed if it would be par- FOR SCHOOL COMMITTEE ulus checks. locally throughout the spring and ticipating. ON PAGE 5 “Men leave prison with only the  clothes on their back, sometime just in their orange jump suits,” said insidetheTimes GORHAM TIMES IS THRIVING Lynn Kalloch, who coordinates the WITH STUDENT INTERNS church’s outreach, “and many had 2 Around Town 5 Municipal 10 Sports 15 Calendar SEE PAGE 8 4 Living 7 School 14 Community 15 Blotter Continued on Page 12 NEWS FROM AUGUSTA letters to the Editor ** Due to the early resignation of Letters to the Editor must be fewer than 300 words, signed with a first and last name, typed or Rep. Andrew McLean from the Maine e-mailed and include a phone number. The Gorham Times reserves the right not to publish letters ­­Bringing the News to All of Gorham Legislature, we will not have a News from that include personal attacks or inflammatory language. Letters are solely the opinion of the writer PO Box 401 Augusta article this issue. and not that of the Gorham Times. They are published at the discretion of the Gorham Times and are Gorham, Maine 04038 subject to editing. Phone and Fax: (207) 839-8390 [email protected] Dear Editor, Dear Editor, www.gorhamtimes.com Last year, I sat down with Kyle —— I’ve known Kyle Bailey for over The Gorham Times is a free volunteer-run Thank you Bailey for a beer at Sebago Brewing 10 years as a friend and neighbor. It community newspaper distributed every other doesn’t take long until you know he and was excited to learn that he had Thursday to more than 100 pick-up sites is a good listener with a great sense decided to run to represent Gorham throughout Gorham. Jane Farr of humor. After a while it’s appar- and Scarborough in the Maine House. —— I have known Kyle for nearly a decade News [email protected] ent that Kyle is very bright, explains Sports [email protected] things clearly, and uses good common and here’s what I have learned about Features [email protected] sense. Two issues I know he cares him: He doesn’t avoid tough issues, Of Interest [email protected] deeply about are reducing money in he takes them on. He knows that’s Calendar item [email protected] politics and having healthcare acces- where the problems exist and where Advertising gorhamtimesadvertising@ there are opportunities for solutions gmail.com or 839-8390 sible to everyone. He will work hard School News [email protected] to achieve these goals that benefit all to improve the lives of others. I have —— of us. watched him stand up to special inter- Subscriptions Please join me in voting for Kyle ests and win, helping to help end dis- $20/year in Gorham; $25/year elsewhere Bailey to be our Representative in crimination in state law and put more $15/year for college subscription power in the hands of voters. Snowbird subscriptions available Augusta. upon request Judy Ringo Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Subscriptions and renewals are available Kyle has found ways to connect with online on our website. Dear Editor, hundreds of Gorham voters and lis- —— I first heard of Stacy Brenner ten to their concerns and ideas. Kyle Editor: Leslie Dupuis is an entrepreneur and innovator, so Business Manager: Stacy Sallinen Gorham Times Staff through her work with Maine it’s not surprising to me that he has Advertiser Coordinator: Stacy Sallinen Farmland Trust and Maine Organic Design/Production: Shirley Douglas After more than 13 years, Jane Farr has Farmers and Gardeners Organization done so. Staff Writers: Diane Abramson, Jacob Adams, given up her distribution role of deliver- (MOFGO). Our citizen legislature can often be Kathy Corbett, John Ersek, Sheri Faber, ing papers for the “Eastern Route” along I have since then learned more a hectic and challenging place to get Edmund Ricker, Cathy Walter Main Street to the Westbrook town line. about her through her work in the things done. Kyle is a strategic thinker Features: Chris Crawford In the beginning, she would take community with local schools and and an effective doer. He has relation- Photographers: Amanda Landry, Roger her three young sons with her, employ- ships with existing lawmakers in both Marchand hosting summer camps. When the Public Service: Lori Arsenault ing them to count out and deliver our pandemic hit, she stepped up and parties and knows how the legislative Sports: Destiny Cook papers to the businesses along the route; returned to nursing to pitch in, all process works. School News: Andrea Morrell this, she said, taught them at an early age while running her farming business As our State Representative, Kyle Social Media Coordinator: Stacy Sallinen the importance of volunteering in their She knows the need for a stronger will be a strong voice for the people Digital Content Manager: Bailey O’Brien community. The boys – now all young social safety net for Maine families, of Gorham in the State House. He Webmaster: Judi Jones men – continue to do so. Lessons well will work across the aisle and think Distribution Coordinator: Russ Frank especially around health care and Distribution: Jim Boyko, Janice Boyko, Scott taught and learned. food insecurity. outside of the box to develop com- Burnheimer, Chris Crawford, Dan Fenton, Thank you, Janie and family, for your She has the passion, knowledge, mon sense proposals that will make Russ Frank, Joe Hachey, Chris Kimball, Kris dedication and service to our town and and is willing to do the hard work to healthcare more affordable and acces- Miller, Chuck Miller, Luke Nadeau, John our newspaper. find the solutions to get the job done sible, grow our economy and create Richard for us in Augusta. I encourage anyone jobs, expand educational opportuni- Interns: Sadie Fiore, Grace Flynn, Mary Gawlick, Grace Johnson, Brady Mercier, reading this to join me in support- ties, and strengthen our democracy. Jim Boyle Aislyn McLean, Collin Page, Mikaela Pellerin, ing, and more importantly, voting for Emma Smith Time for a Laugh... Stacy Brenner for State Senate. What does a bicycle call its dad?… John Tiedje Dear Editor, Board of Directors: Pop-cycle! I, like everyone other resident of Michael Smith (President), Alan Bell, Tom Biegel, Katherine Corbett, Sheri Faber, Dear Editor, Gorham is glad that Main Street has Eliza Kenigsberg, Sara Nelson, Mike Richman, What is the difference between a school I was honored to be at O’Reilly’s finally been re-paved and is no longer George Sotiropoulos, Kate Thomas teacher and a train?… The teacher says, Cure in Scarborough, when Stacy an obstacle course of pot holes and "Spit your gum out," and the train says, General Counsel: Brenner first announced she was rough to drive on pavement. Bruce Hepler “chew chew chew.” running to represent Gorham, During the repaving I noted some- Scarborough, and a part of Buxton in thing that bothered me. Who was pay- Founder: Why was Cinderella bad at football? the State Senate. I have since gotten ing the Gorham Police Department Maynard Charron Because she had a pumpkin for a coach for placing their police cars in line —— to know her so much more through Advertising and Copy Deadlines with the contract crews while they What did the pumpkin say to its carver? zoom meetings and visiting her beau- Ad deadline is the Wednesday of the week prior worked? Who was paying for the gas- Cut it out! tiful farm on Broadturn Road. to issue date. Go to www.gorhamtimes.com Her knowledge of farmland con- oline the cars were using because and click on the advertising link for schedule. What did the queasy pumpkin say? servation and organic farming are the police cars were running for the Editorial Policy I don’t feel so gourd. an integral part of Maine culture, length of the time they were parked The Gorham Times takes all reasonable care to prevent there? Were the Police Officers who errors and disclaims all legal responsibility for any such and it’s clear she has the vision, hard errors, omissions, or typographical errors. The Gorham Why was the jack-o’-lantern afraid? work, and ambition for helping small spent the entire day sitting in their Times will print corrections if notified within 48 hours. It had no guts. business owners in Maine which will parked cars covered under Town of We reserve the right to refuse publication of unsolic- Gorham Health Benefits and other ited materials. All submissions are subject to editing. benefit our community. Stacy Brenner Opinions expressed in the Gorham Times do not nec- is a driven small business owner, insurances that were paid for by the essarily reflect those of the staff or publishers. Town of Gorham or was the contrac- mother, organic farmer, compassion- Printing services by Masthead Maine Press, 295 AROUND TOWN ate nurse, and true leader. All these tor paying for the benefits the Police Gannett Drive, South Portland, ME 04106 Jan Mee, 14 School Street, has closed. attributes make her a perfect fit in our Officers got while they did work that Maine State Senate, and we should clearly benefited the contractors? Braveheart Tattoo Studio has feel comforted knowing she has the I tried to find a provision in the relocated next door to its old location experience to guide us all in a positive Town of Gorham Ordinances that UPCOMING at 12 Main Street. direction. would guide me but I was unable to Stacy believes in doing the hard find anything. And then the thought DEADLINES 207 Motors has opened its business at work that goes into starting some- arose about who authorized the 397 Ossipee Trail in Gorham. thing you believe in from the ground placement of Town of Gorham Police OCTOBER 7 up and seeing it through fruition, and Vehicles at the contractor sites? Again, The Town of Gorham is accepting she knows what it takes to stand up I was unable to find anything that residential brush drop off on Saturday, and fight for land conservation and answered my concerns. OCTOBER 21 October 10, and Saturday, October 24, understands the importance in sup- Maybe someone knows, because I from 8 a.m. to noon at 80 Huston Rd. No porting other local farmers. Please can’t find anything that answers my NOVEMBER 4 stumps will be accepted. Due to COVID, join me in supporting Stacy Brenner questions. Public Works can not provide assistance to represent Senate District 30. John E. Lavin NOVEMBER 18 unloading vehicles and/or trailers. Mitzi Mcintosh

2 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | October 1, 2020 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper Gorham Lions Club USM Takes Protective Measures During COVID Continued from Page 1 well as at dormitories in Orono and locations have been reduced to assist Farmington. students in following the six-foot social 66 Years of Gorham Pride & Service From mid-August through early distancing rule. Dining at USM this September, the University system con- semester now includes many pre-pack- Ken Aldrich Wedge, asked him a simple ques- ducted more than 14,000 arrival tests aged items. Students are encouraged Gorham Lions President tion: “Why do you see rows of on asymptomatic students and staff to take their food back to their room American flags adorning the streets members. These tests resulted in 14 with them or order ahead for pick up as With the recent passing of Vincent of Buxton and other towns, and not individual cases being identified sys- much as possible, in order to limit the Johnson, the last of the Gorham in Gorham?” That question led to tem-wide—including four at USM— number of students and staff in the din- Lions Club charter members has left a dramatic new service to Gorham, with all affected persons being placed ing room at any given time. All dining us, but it has left the Gorham com- providing and maintaining 100 Stars in CDC isolation status. Thirteen have locations have implemented enhanced munity and the Club a better place and Stripes and poles as they fly with since emerged from isolation status. cleaning techniques. Social distancing and a better organization. pride from mid-May through the fall. As of September 23, the number of is emphasized, foot traffic patterns are When the charter members of College scholarships have long COVID-19 cases within the University clearly identified, and barriers are in the Gorham Lions Club (including been a mission for the Gorham Lions, of Maine system statewide is at one place to separate employees from din- Richard Barden, who passed away in and as much as $100,000 has been (located at USM). ing hall guests. 2019) met to form a local chapter of raised and presented to Gorham High Anyone within a residence hall The University is encouraging stu- the world’s largest service organiza- School’s most motivated students is required to wear a face-covering dents to stay on campus every week- tion in 1954, they pledged to meet over the past 66 years. In the last 12 over his/her nose and mouth when in end, and to especially avoid traveling or exceed the Lion’s motto, “We years, the Lions have presented an public spaces. This includes laundry out of state. To help with this plan, the Serve,” every day and every year. annual Classic Car Show in July and rooms, hallways and the main lobby. administration has canceled a day off Early on, the Gorham Lions saw a Christmas Tree Sale in December to The university is encouraging stu- from classes that had been planned for its role as an organization that made accumulate the funds to continue the dents to stay on campus, to reduce the October 13. However, October 12 is still a better life for all the residents of GHS scholarships. chance of exposing the USM residen- a University-wide holiday for Indigenous Gorham. Helping low and moderate The Gorham Lions continue assist- tial community to COVID-19. Peoples Day. USM spokesperson Daniel income neighbors get proper eye- ing the Gorham Food Pantry meet In the event that a student is found Hartill stated, “A lot of people are work- sight testing and glasses was an early the nutrition needs of the Greater to have COVID-19, the university will ing very, very hard to ensure the safety mission that continues today, 66 Gorham community. The Club also notify everyone in the residence and of our students and staff.” years later. When another local club works closely with Boy Scout Troop all other close contacts. At least for the Another protective measure involves started a drive to establish a commu- 73 to assist the boys and their lead- first month of the semester, students transitioning away from face to face nity ski slope with a rope tow, just ers accomplish their goals and have are not allowed to have guests or instruction for the last few weeks of off Water Street, but couldn’t get proudly sponsored the youth base- visitors on the campus. The University the fall semester. Students will leave the task accomplished, the Gorham ball programs for many years. administration has made it clear that for Thanksgiving break, which begins Lions secured the equipment and Always ready to assist the handi- attending or hosting a party or func- Friday, November 20, and the remain- groomed the hill to establish the capped, Gorham Lions Club mem- tion that exceeds Maine’s group-size der of the semester will be conducted rope tow and ski slope in the late bers built four wheelchair ramps limitations may be deemed a violation entirely online. This includes classes, 1950s. at private residences, and recently of the student code for endangering meetings, exams, and student contact The town of Gorham dedicated restored a battery-operated wheel- public health and safety. Students who with instructors. Fort Hill Park in 1976, but does chair for a disabled Korean War host or promote prohibited events at All intercollegiate sports were can- anyone remember that the Gorham Veteran. any venue, including private residenc- celled for the fall sports season. Many Lions raised over $30,000 to help Unfortunately the Gorham Lions es, may face suspension or dismissal. teams are still practicing under limited the Town buy the property and the had to put one of its most popular For students in isolation status, conditions. Many safety and hygiene high ground on the site of the origi- events, the Classic Car Show, on there is a case-by-case approach measures have been put in place at nal Gorham fort? hold until 2021 due to the Club’s regarding where they should isolate. the Costello Sport Complex. Currently, Between 1987 and 1989, the inability to ensure the safety of such Many students are from nearby towns only USM students, faculty and staff may Gorham Lions took on its biggest a large gathering from COVID-19. As in southern Maine, and USM would use the facilities. None of USM’s sports challenge by saving the free standing a result, the Lions will go door-to- prefer them to go to their family home and fitness facilities are open to the Robie Gymnasium on South Street. door to hand out Klynk bags to raise if convenient. However, the univer- general public currently. University staff After raising $80,000 and providing funds from bottle and can depos- sity understands that other students will continue to evaluate these closures thousands of hours of labor, the its. Every nickel counts, and every live farther away or feel they have no in the coming weeks and months. USM building was brought back to code. opportunity for the Gorham com- appropriate place to go to, so the uni- administrators will continue discussions In 1995 when Gorham High munity members to find out more versity has a plan for such students to with various stakeholders before decid- School was being expanded to about the Lions and their mission isolate on campus. ing if play can be resumed this winter. include a new auditorium and per- matters as well. Seating capacities in all USM dining forming arts facility, not enough Joining the Lions perpetuates the money was available to install neces- successes of the past and expands the sary acoustics and a sound system. Club’s community service outreach to Once again, the Gorham Lions came solve the problems of the future. For to the rescue to provide the funds to more information about membership finish the job. or to report a new community need, Early in the 2000s, the wife of please contact Lions President Ken then current Lions President, Norm Aldrich at 207-929-9182.

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Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper | October 1, 2020 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 3 POSTCARDS FROM THE PAST PT REPORTS Little Falls Bible Church Staying Active As We Age

Mike Smith is occurring in order to alter some habits that may be feeding into the As every health-conscious middle- problem. Creatures of habit, many of aged person knows, our bodies can us have done the same type of exer- no longer tolerate the kinds of exer- cise for decades or done the same cises we did so easily when we were routine at the gym for years. It may younger. Our exercise routines must be time to change it up and try other be changed as we grow older and forms of exercise like yoga or Pilates how we change them makes all the or a spin class. difference. Adding some cross train- During the COVID-19 pandemic, Photo/Drawing courtesy of Greg Cuffey ing will allow us to stay fit while many folks working at home have being safe and injury-free. This is developed nagging neck and shoul- Little Falls Bible Church (formerly LF Baptist) sports the belfry previously removed from the true whether we want to walk three der issues as they try to acclimate to Frederick Robie School. The horse stalls can be seen behind the original Little Falls Baptist miles a day or hike Mt. Washington, the new routines. For them, basic Church. whether we want to run a marathon posture and ergonomic exercises Greg Cuffey bay open shelter behind the church to or simply want to continue to do our might be in order. The same applies Contributing Writer protect their horses from the elements. chosen kind of work. for the half-marathoner or downhill Often a family name plate adorned the When I was 25, I didn’t believe skier in their 40s who may need to Gorham is made up of several smaller top of each opening, just like sections of my older patients adjust their train- communities. Little Falls is at the junc- church pews do today. Part of the open when they said, ing to accommo- tion of Route 202 and 237. With its east- horse shelters can be seen behind and “things change,” We don’t stop playing date the changes ern border following the Presumpscot to the lower right side of an old church in their bodies. in regards to their because we grow old. River, it is a census-designated place drawing, pictured above. Also of note in body’s response For others with (CDP) in a northeastern corner of this same drawing is the lack of a belfry. to exercise. Well, We grow old because more chronic Gorham. Prior to 2010, Little Falls was The lack of a proper belfry was rem- conditions such now I’m in my we stop playing. part of the Little Falls-South Windham edied almost a hundred years after the 50s and I know as arthritic chang- CDP. church was built. It began with the they were right. ~ George Bernard Shaw es in their neck Little Falls was a busy place through- 1956 closing of the old Frederick Robie Responses to or back, adapting out the years because the “little falls” School, which is now an event center exercise don’t to different work- on the Presumpscot River spawned called Old Robie Schoolhouse At Little necessarily change for the worse, but outs and practicing those exercises several water powered businesses like Falls. It is located just a few blocks down they sure are different. I preach on a and workouts can help the body C.A. Brown and Company whose large the street from the church. The his- daily basis to patients the importance change and improve overall func- brick factory was later purchased by toric schoolhouse bell/belfry was origi- of adapting their routines, whether tion. the Androscoggin Pulp Co. producing nally donated in 1882 by the Honorable for recreation or work or to accom- Priorities for folks 60 to 80 may wood-paperboard. Various modes of Frederick Robie, a former Governor of plish daily tasks around the home. be a little different. They may still year-round transportation nearby like the State of Maine. Soon after the school My days of heavy weight lifting and want to stay active and keep moving, the Cumberland Oxford Canal, Portland closed, the bell/belfry was donated by intense basketball in my 20s and 30s but many are also concerned about & Ogdensburg railroad and trolley car the town of Gorham and moved to the are gone. More running and less bas- falls and possible injuries. Working running to and from Westbrook contrib- top of the Little Falls Baptist Church. ketball occurred in my 30s and 40s. on balance and movement, which is uted to the success of local businesses. Of note, in 1841 a church structure I finally had to give up competitive different from their everyday move- With all the business activity in and was erected on its present lot where basketball at 50 after a minor injury ment patterns, is important. It has to around town there was a need for homes the current parking lot is located. This that could have led to something be done safely, however, to avoid a for workers, a school and churches. structure burned in 1864, and in 1866 more serious. I still run, but not as significant injury. A series of weekly Sunday was traditionally the start of a a new sanctuary was erected. Change much, and have progressed to more exercises can be helpful to make new week. Baths were taken, clean linen came again in 1941 when the structure body-weight strengthening and flex- outside walking, climbing stairs, or and clothes put on, and men shaved for was moved to the north side of the lot ibility training. even getting out of the chair more the week. When you heard the church onto a new concrete foundation which Many of our patients, particularly comfortable and safer. bell ring for the first time, it was time to included a habitable basement. Other those between 40 to 80, do not The key to aging safely and active- head to church rain or shine. notable changes are the two front door come to PT because of a traumatic ly is to recognize an issue before Families who didn’t walk to church entrances/window locations and a name injury. They mostly need assistance it becomes a major problem. As a fed and groomed then harnessed their change to Little Falls Bible Church. with a nagging issue that will not go general rule, if a nagging problem is steadiest horse to their finest carriage away, that is affecting what they want not better in about one month, it is or sleigh and drove off to the Little Greg Cuffey is an avid history detective who to do on a daily basis. As we age, we time to seek advice on how to solve Falls Baptist Church. At church, most lives in Gorham. He is a past president of the cannot simply assume we can do the the problem. The longer you wait, would leave their horse/vehicle combi- Gorham & Newfield Historical Societies and same activity we did ten years ago at the longer it will take to resolve the nation hooked to a portable cast iron the current president of Skyline Farm in N. the same level. One’s body is good injury and get back to doing what weight until it was time to head home. Yarmouth and the New England Region Carriage at compensating for deficits in the you like to do. Adapting our bodies Some lucky parishioners pooled their Assoc. of America. Questions? Contact Greg at musculoskeletal system, but it can- to our lifestyle as we age is a key to resources and constructed a 12 to 14 [email protected] not compensate forever, and that is continued good health. when most of us experience discom- fort and pain. The Gorham Times is seeking a There comes a time to change Mike Smith is a physical volunteer to distribute papers along what you are doing in terms of exer- therapist and athletic trainer Route 25 East from St. Anne's Church cise and even adjust some habits that and owner of Village Physical affect the body. For most, that might Therapy on Main Street here in (299 Main Street) to Sebago Brewing mean learning a series of new exer- Gorham. (616 Main Street), approx. 12 stops. cises along with education on what Time commitment is about one hour every other week. Contact: [email protected]

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4 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | October 1, 2020 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper TOWN/MUNICIPAL Candidates for Election - School Committee Name: Name: Name: Sarah Name: Leah James David Nicole (Nicki) Perkins Sturm Brockman Hudson Address: Address: 67 Address: 31 Address: 42 8 Bridle Path Hillview Rd. Clearview Dr. Village Woods Way, Gorham Education: Education: Circle Education: B.A. from BA Psychology, Education: B.A. in English Cornell Wake Forest B.S. in Special from the College of IA University, Education, University of in Geology and 1995 University of Maine at Orono Environmental Photo credit Sarah Perkins Personal/ Photo credit James Brockman Wisconsin- Photo credit Nicole Hudson Personal/ Studies, focus- Photo credit Leah Sturm Bio: I grew Madison; Bio: My husband and I are lifelong ing on Policy up in Connecticut and have lived Currently a graduate student at USM Mainers who value the quality edu- Personal/Bio: My husband and I and worked all over the country, in the Master of Social Work program cation provided by the Gorham have lived in Gorham for the past nine but Maine is home. I live in Gorham Personal Info: My family moved School District. Our children attend years. We have two children currently with my wife, twin sons, and two to Gorham three years ago. My hus- third grade and kindergarten at attending GMS and Narragansett cats. I enjoy gardening, woodwork- band, Brett, and I have two children: Narragansett School. Elementary School. ing, mountain biking, and amateur our oldest just started kindergarten Employment: Chief Operating Employment: Environmental rocketry. (virtually) at Village and our 4 year Officer, TruChoice Federal Credit Scientist with VHB in South Portland Employment: I am a business old will start school next year. Union Political and community experi- analyst for a software firm that spe- Employment: Currently, I am Political and community experi- ence: I am a newcomer to politics and cializes in systems that support the a stay-at-home mom and graduate ence: I have volunteered extensively running for a local office position. I healthcare industry. student in the Master of Social Work within the credit union system for have served as a volunteer at Great Political and community expe- program at USM. Previously, I was a organizations like McAuley House, Falls and continue to volunteer at the rience: My father was the business Special Education teacher for 5 years Maine Children’s Cancer Program, Middle School when the opportunities services manager in the school dis- in Maine and 3 years in Arizona. I was Financial Fitness Fairs for high school arise. I am looking forward to doing trict where I grew up. I was listening a substitute teacher in the Gorham students and Ending Hunger in the same at Narragansett this year, to the challenges of budget meetings Schools for one year between teach- Maine. In addition, I’ve volunteered where my youngest just started kin- and union negotiations before I was ing and starting grad school. within the Gorham school system dergarten. in middle school. I’ve also volun- Political and community experi- on career day and in support of the Why are you running for School teered as a wildlife educator and, ence: I am new to politics, as this book fair. Committee? I have two children in recently, at several Kids Club sessions is my first time running for office. Why are you running for School the school system, and I look forward with Narragansett Elementary school, I have volunteered as a Gorham Committee? Gorham is a growing to involvement at the school and teaching kids to build and fly rockets. Rec soccer coach and coached Girls community poised to answer some community levels. I see this as an Why are you running for School on the Run - Heart and Soul in the large questions in the coming years. opportunity to apply the knowledge Committee? I am a voracious learner Lake Region area. My children are A big part of that growth is due to I continuously gain from my children and a proud parent, and I am excited just starting school, but I plan to be the strong reputation of the school and the community as we continue to about the opportunity to serve the an active volunteer in the Gorham district and the rich sense of commu- move through the Gorham schools. I town. I want to make sure Gorham Schools. nity we enjoy here. The past year has am a steady, calm, and rational indi- schools are a supportive and safe Why are you running for School stretched us all in ways we couldn’t vidual who is open-minded and will- environment where all students Committee? We spent the better part have anticipated and new challenges ing to listen and collaborate. I think can thrive. A few years ago, I began of last year planning and building and possibilities are emerging for the I can add to the School Committee attending School Committee meet- excitement for our oldest to start kin- next several years. I am not running another voice for our community and ings; more than once I have wished I dergarten. Our new ‘pandemic real- because I think I know the answers students, while working diplomatically could get a “word in” during discus- ity’ made it clear that our first year to these questions, but instead with the town and school administra- sions - whether to present a solution at Village would look very different. because I think I can use my profes- tion to accomplish the tasks at hand that was not on the table or to offer I was so impressed with the infor- sional background to collaborate and those that will be coming down a different perspective. I am running mation provided, the exploration with all stakeholders to find the best the pipeline over the next several to do just that. of different options, and the careful possible solutions. years. What do you see as the major consideration given to the reopening What do you see as the major What do you see as the major issues for our schools and how plans. There’s no perfect option, but issues for our schools and how issues for our schools and how might they be addressed? The I appreciated how serious our school might they be addressed? Our kids might they be addressed? There biggest issue facing our schools is committee and school administration need functional, practical places is no doubt that we will continue to safely delivering quality education took the responsibility of planning during the COVID pandemic. Doing for the start of the year. Continued on Page 13 Continued on Page 13 that means addressing many concur- Let’s be clear, the pandemic has rent issues: balancing the benefits created new dilemmas, but many of of sports with the risks of close con- April 2020 tact; balancing the benefits of in-per- Continued on Page 13 Real Estate Transfers son education with the risks of full ADDRESS BUYER SELLER PRICE 11 BRYDON LANE FIN, LLC MUEHLE, JAMES & HEIDI $140,000 27 MEADOWBROOK DRIVE ELLSMORE, KEITH & JOCELYN BREWSTER, THOMAS Continued on Page 13 $242,000 VILLAGE BUILDERS 21 STEPHEN WARD DRIVE SILVERA-HARMON, ODILIA SUSAN DUCHAINE, LLC $309,900 Full Service General Contractor 11 HARRISON LANE BROCKWAY, AKEXANDER & ANABDA RALPH VANCE LAND DEVELOPMENT $425,000 Note: Town Council candidates Repairs • Renovations • Additions 11 NORTH STREET MACDONALD, WILLIAM & JENNIFER YOUNG, RONALD $134,000 37 COTTAGE COURT will be featured in our next issue. 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Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper | October 1, 2020 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 5 Tips for Fire Safety Week Clerks Corner OCTOBER 4-11, 2020 Laurie Norfords tice 6 feet social distancing while waiting Town Clerk in line. Courtesy of Gorham Fire Dept. The Gorham Fire Department Voter registration is conducted at encourages all residents to embrace Happy Fall, everyone! I hope every- the Town Clerk’s Office during regular The Gorham Fire Department is the 2020 Fire Prevention Week one is staying safe and enjoying the business hours. Please be sure to have teaming up with the National Fire theme and shares the following safe- beautiful colors of the season! photo identification and proof of your Protection Association (NFPA), the ty tips to keep you from having a The Clerks’ Office has been busy ful- residence address when registering to official sponsor of Fire Prevention cooking fire: filling absentee ballot requests. Just a vote. You can register to vote up to and Week for more than 90 years, to Never leave cooking food unat- reminder: if you receive more than one including Election Day in person. If you promote this year’s Fire Prevention tended. Stay in the kitchen while you application in the mail and have already register by mail, your voter registration Week campaign, “Serve Up Fire are frying, grilling or broiling. If you requested a ballot, please do not send in card must be received in the Town Safety in the Kitchen”. The campaign have to leave, even for a short time, another request. These applications are Clerk’s Office by October 19, 2020 to works to educate everyone about turn off the stove. not coming from my office or the State. be eligible to vote in the November simple but important actions they If you are simmering, baking, Numerous organizations and parties election. can take to keep themselves and roasting or boiling food, check it are sending out absentee ballot applica- Dog registration for 2021 will begin those around them safe. regularly, remain in the home while tions, resulting in duplicate requests and on October 15, 2020. You may regis- According to NFPA, cooking is food is cooking, and use a timer to much extra work for my office. You may ter your dog online, or visit the Town the leading cause of home fires and remind you that you are cooking. request an absentee ballot by calling the Clerk’s office. Please make sure you home fire injuries in the United You have to be alert when cook- Town Clerk’s office or visiting the State bring your dog’s current rabies infor- States. Almost half (44%) of reported ing. You will not be alert if you Election website. If you have already mation. home fires started in the kitchen. are sleepy, have taken medicine or requested a ballot, we expect to get the Snowmobile registrations are now Two-thirds (66%) of home cooking drugs, or consumed alcohol that ballots in this week and will be sending available for 2021 as well as hunting fires start with the ignition of food makes you drowsy. them out soon after. Absentee voting licenses. or other cooking materials. Always keep an oven mitt and pan will be held in the Council Chambers at FY21 real estate tax bills went out this “We know cooking fires can be lid nearby when you are cooking. If the Municipal Center starting October week. Look for yours in the mail. The prevented,” said Lorraine Carli, a small grease fire starts, slide the lid 19 through October 30 during regular current mil rate is $19.00. NFPA’s vice president of outreach over the pan to smother the flame. business hours. Due to social distancing Please do not hesitate to call the and advocacy. “Staying in the kitch- Turn off the burner, and leave the protocol, only six voters will be allowed Town Clerk’s Office at 222-1670 with en, using a timer, and avoiding dis- pan covered until it is completely to cast their ballot at a time. Please prac- any questions. tractions such as electronics or TV cool. are steps everyone can take to keep Have a “kid-free zone” of at least families safe in their homes.” three feet around the stove and “A cooking fire can grow quickly. I areas where hot food or drink is pre- Planning Board Results SEPT. 14, 2020 have seen many homes damaged and pared or carried. Walter Stinson’s proposed self- Jonathan McDaniel’s proposal to people injured by fires that could Please visit USFA.FEMA.GOV, storage facility at 551 Main Street, split a single lot into 2 lots at 129 easily have been prevented,” added CPSC.GOV, NFPA.ORG and/or con- which would include construction Huston Road was approved. Gorham’s Fire Inspector, Charles tact the Gorham Fire Department at of new buildings with a total area Design Dwellings, Inc.’s proposal Jarrett. 222-1660 for more information. of 64,575 sq. ft., was discussed and for Natalee Place Condominiums (22 postponed. units) was discussed.

6 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | October 1, 2020 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper SCHOOL Work Continues on Anti-Racism Policy Businesses

Grace Flynn leagues, and administration accountable composed mainly of students so that the GHS Student Intern in creating a more anti-racist culture; to committee could receive concentrated Supporting critically examine their curriculum with and accessible feedback. No decisions On September 9, the Policy Committee an anti-racist lens, and to make revisions were made. Schools of the Gorham School Committee met to where they are needed; and to empower The Policy Committee will continue continue work on the draft of a new Anti- students to speak out when they see or meeting to discuss next steps on the for- Racism Policy for the Gorham School hear injustice in any form.” mation of this Anti-Racism Policy, and will District. During its June 10 meeting, the School continue receiving feedback from stu- This policy is intended to address Committee voted unanimously to pub- dents, staff and administration. The most racism and inequity within the Gorham licly condemn the recent acts of racism recent meeting occurred September 24. Schools. The School Committee began across the country. At the time, GHS discussions on the development of this Civil Rights Team students submitted a new policy following consistent student, draft proclamation to Superintendent teacher and community demands for Heather Perry. The students requested School Notes change as a part of the Black Lives Matter that Perry deliver the draft to the SC to be FIRST Robotics Team 172, an after-school (BLM) movement. used as a core document in the develop- activity from Gorham and Falmouth, is part In June, students and community ment of new Anti-Racist policies for the of a cooperative of area teams looking for a Photo credit Quinton Donahue members gathered to protest the deaths district. new home for their practice field. The Team In the beginning of August, 64 pounds of of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, as September’s meeting continued the requires a lockable open space of at least produce was harvested from the Gorham well as to demand changes that address work for a draft of this new Anti-Racism 30 x 70 feet and a minimum 10-foot ceiling, Middle School (GMS) garden for the all forms of racism, both locally and Policy. In attendance were Assistant plus heat, light, and almost 24-hour access Gorham Food Pantry by a volunteer group nationally. Then, within the past few Superintendent Chris Record and Policy for a very responsible group of students and from Sevee & Maher Engineers, Inc. of months, Gorham High School (GHS) Committee members Anne Schools, Bill mentors. Team 172 is also recruiting for Cumberland. Pictured (left to right) are: students, alumni and community mem- Benson and Jennifer Whitehead. Also new members from Gorham High School. A Shaun Morrison, Linda Clapp, GMS alterna- bers came together to form Gorham present were the Civil Rights Team advi- FIRST Robotics Team needs everything that tive education teacher Heather Whitaker, Anti-Racism Delvelopment (G.A.R.D.) sors from across the District and GHS a small company needs, and new recruits Anthony Pais, president Erik Clapp, principal G.A.R.D. is a community-based group Principal Brian Jandreau, students and need no experience. If you have an interest Brian Pierce, and Jason Eisenhuth. The with the mission of “creating an environ- alumni. in creative fun with an amazing team, the group spent an afternoon in the garden as ment actively engaged in anti-racism, There was conversation around the Team is interested in you. For practice space part of their workplace volunteer program. cultural and bias education as well as implication of the term “justice” and its availability, and questions from potential They weeded every garden bed, harvested, expanding our diversity and inclusion inclusion in the introduction to the pol- members, contact John Kraljic, Falmouth mowed the lawn, cared for the established practices to ensure a town where every- icy. The Committee eventually decided High School, 781-7429 x5135 or jkraljic@ asparagus beds, spread rock, mounded one feels safe and celebrated.” not to include the term but did, per stu- falmouthschools.org. potatoes, tended to shrubs - you name it, GHS teachers and staff placed a full- dent input, replace “supports the diver- and this group did it. Sevee & Maher planned For the latest on Gorham Schools, visit page ad in the June 25 issue of the sity of the district’s student population” to send two more groups to help the garden Superintendent Heather Perry’s recent blog Gorham Times supporting the ideals of with “celebrates the diversity”. in August and Idexx Laboratories also planned post at: https://gorhamsuperintendent. the BLM movement, and pledged the fol- They also discussed forming a sub- to send a group. When businesses support blogspot.com. lowing: “to hold themselves, friends, col- committee within the Policy Committee local schools, powerful things happen.

Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper | October 1, 2020 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 7 Gorham Times is Thriving with Student Interns

Andrea Morrell unteer and advisory council member at GHS and plays the clarinet in the paper because he believes that it will School News Editor with Maine Youth Court (a non-prof- high school band. She is interested in improve his writing skills, put a title it with a focus on restorative jus- being an intern at the paper because to his name, and raise his overall self- A huge part of the success of the tice), and a junior coach with Village she really likes to write, but, more confidence. Not to mention, he says, it Gorham Times over the past 25 years Elementary School’s Girls on the Run importantly, she wants to hear other looks good on a resume. has been its focus on the community team. She has always loved writing people’s stories. Mikaela and students. Without our past and and has a passion for learning more Brady Pellerin is a current student interns, we would about other people and their experi- Mercier is a sophomore at not be able to deliver all the news, ences, and feels reporting plays such freshman at GHS and this is especially school news, to Gorham as a vital role in keeping any community GHS and this is her first year as completely as we have. informed. As a student intern, she has his first year as an intern. She is We cannot thank our interns reported on a wide range of stories an intern. A self- thankful to have enough for their interest, hard work about the Gorham School District named “music this educational Photo credit Mikaela Pellerin and dedication to the paper. If you see and is honored to have learned more geek”, he is Photo credit Brady Mercier opportunity. any of these students around town, about Gorham as a community. involved with She is involved please thank them for volunteering Mary Gawlick the GHS Chamber Singers and Bass in the GHS volleyball program as their time. is a senior at Lines and enjoys theater. He was inter- well as the Maine Junior Olympic Sadie Fiore GHS and this is ested in becoming an intern because he Volleyball Club and dances locally at is a sophomore her first year as loves writing, and though reading may Atlantic Dance Arts. She also enjoys at Gorham High an intern. She not be his favorite thing, he loves the volunteering with GHS’ International School (GHS) has been a com- news. He also loves inspirational sto- Key Club, Dream Factory Club, and and this is her petitive Irish ries, which he personally has a couple the Adopt-A-Classroom Program. first year as an dancer for the Photo credit Skylar Prince to share. In her free time, she enjoys sketch- intern. She loves Stillson School Aislyn ing, reading, and of course, writing. track and par- Photo credit Sadie Fiore of Irish Dance for almost 11 years. She McLean is a She wanted to become an intern to ticipates in the also takes part in multiple commu- freshman at get some real-world experience and shot put, high jump, 50-meter dash, nity service groups and clubs through GHS. While believes the internship will give her and sometimes the 200-meter dash. GHS, including Key Club, Interact, this will be her a glimpse of the type of environment She wanted to intern to meet new Yearbook and National Honor Society first year as an she would like to be a bigger part of people and improve her writing by (NHS). She was interested in becom- official intern, someday. helping her look at writing in a new ing an intern because she has always she has written Photo credit Aislyn McLean Emma Smith way. She also loves photography. enjoyed writing for school and in her some articles is a freshman at Grace Flynn free time. for the paper in the past. She runs GHS and this is is a senior at Grace cross country and indoor track, but her first year as GHS and this is Johnson is a her favorite sport season is lacrosse. an intern. She her third year as sophomore at She also loves reading and being out- is delighted to an intern. She GHS and this is side hiking, camping or fishing. She begin this new is a member of her first year as spends a lot of time with her friends journey as a Photo credit Emma Smith GHS Student an intern. She and family and goes to the lake often. writer. She Council, a vol- Photo credit Riley E. Johnson plays volleyball Photo credit Grace Johnson Collin Page enjoys acting in is a freshman plays and musicals, singing in choirs, at GHS and this playing clarinet in bands and wind is his first year ensembles, composing music, and interning for challenging herself whenever she is Thanks to our hard working team the paper. He given the chance, which is one of and for the families who have been enjoys karate, the reasons she is so excited to be playing the gui- an intern for the Gorham Times. She Photo credit Peg Gordon so supportive! We couldn’t have tar, and practic- not only has a passion for writing, but ing French. He also enjoys new experiences and chal- done it without all of you! is interested in being an intern for the lenges.

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8 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | October 1, 2020 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper Extra-Curricular Activities Narragansett Student Starts Adjust to COVID Guidelines Business During Pandemic race ohnson Aislyn McLean live performances on Friday, November G J GHS Student Intern 13, and Saturday, November 14 at 7:30 GHS Student Intern p.m., and again at 2 p.m. on Sunday, It’s clear that things are a little dif- November 15. Caleb Yaeger, a fourth grader at ferent in our community this year. The shows will take place over Zoom Narragansett Elementary School, decid- Thankfully, Gorham High School (GHS) using a special feature where only the ed to use his extra time during the is still able to provide a creative out- cast will be shown. To practice social coronavirus quarantine to start his own let for many students through various distancing, each actor will stay situ- business as a way of giving back to his extra-curricular ated in his/her own community. He creates artwork and sells activities. classroom with it online through his Facebook page and Similar to The full list of clubs being one tech assistant at local events around Gorham, donating most of his earnings to charity. previous years, offered, along with advisors, to help if needed. many clubs will Backdrops, cos- Yaeger has been interested in art since can be found on the GHS website still be meeting tumes, and make- he was five. He mostly paints with acryl- after school with under the “Clubs and up will still come ics and sells pieces depicting nature scenes, including trees, beaches, and masks required. Organizations” tab. For questions into play, just like Language clubs any other year. lighthouses. He has recently started mak- about a club or to sign up ing modern abstract paintings, which he include: Spanish - , High school Photo credit Michelle Yaeger Club, French Club, enjoys. email the club’s advisor. sports have been Caleb Yaeger, a student at Narragansett Chinese Club, and “The one that I make the most that a hot topic lately, Elementary School and owner of Caleb’s ASL. Other clubs, a lot of people like is birch trees,” said with many “if” and Creations, is pictured with one of his such as Student Council, Interact Club, Yaeger, “and I really like making those “when” questions now answered. As popular birch tree paintings. Key Club, Rainbow League, Math Team, of September 1, the Maine Principals because I know people like them a lot,” he explained. and Robotics Club will also be running. Association announced that under its Yaeger has also sold his work at sev- Each piece Yaeger makes takes The full list of clubs being offered, new guidelines, golf and cross country eral craft fairs in town and hands out his between one to three hours, depending along with advisors, can be found on are to be played throughout the state. business card whenever somebody buys on its size and number of layers. Each the GHS website under the “Clubs and Field hockey and soccer may be played a piece. He has donated some to auction layer needs time to dry, so the more Organizations” tab. For questions about regionally. Football and volleyball are as well. His mother, Michelle Yaeger, there are, the longer it takes. a club or to sign-up, email the club’s limited to inner-squad play. (See Fall thought donating to an auction was a When Yaeger first began a few months advisor. Sports Preview on page 11.) good idea to help spread the word. ago, he sold mostly to friends and fam- Thanks to Josie Tierney-Fife, English Activities will continue to be fluid Yaegar has donated almost all of the ily, as well as neighbors that would teacher and drama director at GHS, the as the status of counties is constantly money he has raised to local charities. So come to sales at his house. Since then, fall show will go on despite the corona- changing, and ultimately it is up to far, he has donated $750 to the Gorham his business has grown and he now virus pandemic. This year’s fall play will individual school districts to determine Food Pantry and plans to donate to the gets orders through his Facebook page, be “It’s a Wonderful Life”, by Philip Van whether or not students can continue Animal Refuge League next. Doren Stern. For a small fee, anyone to participate in extra-curricular activi- Caleb’s Creations, from people he has interested will be able to tune in to the ties as the school year progresses. never met. Continued on Page 12

Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper | October 1, 2020 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 9 SPORTS House Number Inspires Taking on the Season An Idea During COVID

Photo courtesy of Krista O’Sullivan The GYSA U14 girls’ team is ready for whatever the season brings with custom-made masks courtesy of Upcycle Maine Furnishings in Gorham donated by a team parent and Photo courtesy of Krista O’Sullivan manager Beth Orlando. According to Coach Tom Forgues, GYSA (Gorham Youth Soccer Association) will look very different this year. The aim is to reduce as many health risks as Village Woods Circle”. This is no ordi- Destiny Cook possible so competitive play can happen. In addition to a health assessment required before nary whiffle ball field and the story Sports Editor stepping on the field, players must remain socially distant while not playing. Masks will need behind how the idea came to fruition to be worn by all players on the bench, coaches, referees, and spectators. To adhere to The backyard at 42 Village Woods is quite intriguing and the historical State guidelines for gatherings each player can only have one family member in attendance Circle looks a little different these value of it is significant. to watch the game. Benches and game balls will be wiped down. Additionally, some game days. Owners Brett and Nicki Hudson It is important to note that both rules have been changed to minimize risk: throw-ins and heading the ball will not be permit- splurged on what they called “the Brett and Nicki are avid baseball fans. ted this season. “There has been a massive effort by a lot of adults to get the kids back on COVID distraction project”. With the Nicki, who grew up in Naperville, the field playing. The kids are definitely appreciative and are taking the changes in stride. help of many volunteers, the Hudsons IL, is a lifelong Cubs fan. This past They realize a few concessions are necessary and worth the sacrifice. The alternative of not built an incredible whiffle ball field winter she finally achieved her dream they named “Robinson Field at 42 playing at all is well understood for our U14 girls group,” Forgues said. Continued on Page 12

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10 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | October 1, 2020 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper Fall Sports Update and Preview Destiny Cook participate are excited to get to work feels every opponent will be challeng- we have the majority of our team Sports Editor and are gearing up for their sea- ing to his team this year but he hopes back from last year. We will have a sons despite a late start. Spear said, to have his athletes “play a good brand few matches this season as we pre- Fall sports are underway (minus “Overall, we have over 300 student- of soccer and have strong performanc- pare to make some noise at the State football and volleyball) and, because athletes participating in our fall pro- es each game that result in wins”. Championships at Natanis GC on of COVID-19, athletes have mandat- grams. So far, the beginning to the While captains are unknown at this October 9.” ed rules to follow in order to play. season is going extremely well. Official time, key returning players and play- Golfers to watch this season are According to the GHS Athletics web- games began last week.” ers to watch are Mike Darasz, Grant Aidan Enck, Bryce Lumbert, Lucas site, they should properly register Nadeau, Garrett Smith, Matt Phinney, Castles, Sam Farr, Quinn Dillon, and online and have up to date physical Field Hockey - Coach Becky Andrew Farr, Curan Bassingthwaite, Jacob Graham. Nevers said all have information on file with the Athletic Manson-Rioux and Josiah Irish. experience playing in varsity matches Office. The athlete must complete an Coach Manson-Rioux shared the as well as playing in MSGA Junior Athletic COVID-19 Health Screening girls’ field hockey team ended last sea- Girls’ Soccer - Coach Jeanne Tournaments this summer. (through their school email) at least son in an exciting and close semifinal Zarrilli The Junior Varsity team will also one hour prior to participation in any game with Massabesic 3-2. The girls’ last season ended with a be deep, and Nevers shared many of athletic team activity. This is consid- Seniors for the 2020 season are loss in the semi-finals (after double those golfers could jump in at varsity ered permission to participate each Lydia Gaudreau (Capt.), Molly Murray OT and PK’s) to Cheverus. With only at any time. He said Patrick Cyr, Dylan day. (Capt.), Kate Downey (Capt.), Julia six games this season, Coach Zarrilli Morrell, Nicole Walker and incoming There will be no spectators at any Edwards, Claire Munkacsi, Sophie feels every game they play will be com- freshman Taylor Farr have played well games, another unfortunate COVID- Gagne, Izzy Kovacs, and Grace petitive for her team, with Windham, early on. 19 restriction. Because of this, GHS Bradshaw who is a part of the JV team. Scarborough and Cheverus being the “Luckily for golf, the kids have been Athletic Director Tim Spear said the The key returning players are top challengers. able to play since May and we look administration is planning to live Gaudreau, Murray, Downey, and Captains for the 2020 season are to finish the HS golf season strong,” stream all events held on the GHS cam- sophomore Maeve Donnelly with seniors Katie Kutzer, Gracie Forgues, Nevers said. pus, which would include field hockey freshman Hannah Bickford looking to Lauren Fotter, Olivia Michaud, and and soccer (at all levels). Cross country make contributions. Sydney Fox, along with Delaney Seed Cross Country - Coach Jason races, which are held at Narragansett, Coach Manson-Rioux said challeng- who is injured. Tanguay: Girls’ Cross Country will not be live streamed due to a lack ing opponents will be Westbrook, Coach Zarrilli said her expectations The girls’ cross country team of internet access but will be recorded Bonny Eagle, Windham, Scarborough, for this season are to develop her play- placed third at the Southern Maine and shared with anyone who would and Cheverus. “This season we look ers, establish a new team “identity”, Regional Championship and also like to view once edited. Spear said, to have lots of speed and a strong and have fun. As there are no playoffs took third place at the Class A State “We will be streaming our events passing game making it difficult for to prepare for, the team will work on Championship last season. through the NFHS Network. There is opponents to defend us. Our goal is player and team development while Seniors include MacKenna Homa a subscription fee for this service. You to continue to grow the program and still remaining competitive in every (Capt.), Tatiana Jonk, Tess Libby, can purchase by the month or yearly to develop all players to be the best game. Emily Paruk (Capt.), Allie Peterson, subscriptions. This is where the MPA they can be,” she said. and Bailey Wentworth. Key return- (Maine Principal’s Assocation) has Golf - Coach Scott Nevers ing runners are Rachel Cummings, had their state championship contest Boys’ Soccer - Coach Nick Viola Coach Nevers said, “This year is Elisabeth Loranger, MacKenna Homa, streamed in the past.” Last season ended with a loss in the probably one of the most experienced Emily Paruk, Allie Peterson, Bailey The sports teams that are able to conference finals to Falmouth. Viola and deepest teams I’ve coached as Continued on Page 12 We Have Moved to 347 Main St.

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Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper | October 1, 2020 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 11 House Number Inspires An Idea During COVID Continued from Page 10 Sports Update Continued from Page 11 Courage House Continued from Page 1 Wentworth, and Anna Nelson. New to of becoming a season-ticket holder replica of Brooklyn’s iconic Ebbets burned their bridges. They have no the team and looking to make contri- at Wrigley, only to have her spirits Field scoreboard,” Hudson said. (Due place to go for help and they all want butions are Rita Cummings and Aislyn crushed due to the pandemic and to legalized segregation, talented to work.” McLean. fans not allowed in stadiums (she has black players were not allowed to “Recovery is a full-time job for peo- Tanguay said his team has a strong hopes for next season). Brett and his play in Major League Baseball. 2020 ple who want and need jobs,” Dyke core of returning runners that have father Jack are card carrying members is the 100th Anniversary of the “Negro said and Garcia agrees. “Getting to put in the necessary work this sum- of Red Sox Nation, both inheriting League,” which was created on Feb. work, having a purpose, and estab- mer. Tanguay is looking forward to the passion for baseball from Brett’s 13, 1920, by Hall of Famer Andrew lishing positive peer relationship is this team being competitive both dur- grandfather, who just happened to “Rube” Foster and his fellow team the key to their success.” Residents ing the regular season and potentially have been born in 1918. owners. In 1947 Jackie Robinson are required to work, attend school, a strong contender in the postseason. Hudson shared, “I spent my early broke Major League Baseball’s color or volunteer 20 hours a week. Garcia years listening to my grandfather barrier.) said that most of the men have worked Boys’ Cross Country talk about players like Babe Ruth, While Brett takes a small amount for local Gorham businesses that he The boys took fifth place at Dizzy Dean, Roy Campanella, and Mel of credit for the concept, he said it met with prior to Courage House’s the Southern Maine Regional Parnell.” His grandfather also had an was a team effort. “Having been born opening. He wanted complete trans- Championship and eighth place at extensive collection of baseball books with no artistic or construction skills parency and for them to have a full the Class A State Championship last in which Hudson immersed himself. to speak of, the bulk of the creation understanding of the program. season. “Amazingly, my ability to recite Yogi credit lays at the feet of my wife One Gorham employer, Chris Seniors consist of Madison Brown, Berra’s or Ted Williams’ career stats and father.” Nicki was responsible for Perrault of CP Property Services, Hayden Desmond, Reed Henderson, did not seem to impress any girls in most of the artwork, much of which responded, “I hired two men from Josh Lehmann, Chris Lewis, high school. Or ever, really,” he joked. was done freehand. He added, “My Courage House as they deserved a Trey Rosario, and Ryan Topham. Brett said, “It seems a bit ridicu- Dad is one of the great unofficial chance and I am very fortunate to Cummings, Henderson, and Lehmann lous now, but this whole idea started carpenters of modern times, and was have found them. Both men are great are captains. with thinking about replacing our instrumental in turning my crazy ideas workers and have worked out great Tanguay is looking for his top return- house number (“42”) with a rep- into a plywood, 4x4, and 2x4 reality.” for my company.” ing runners, Cummings, Henderson, lica of Jackie Robinson’s retired #42. While it was never their intent to But dealing with COVID has been Lehmann and Lucien Beardsley, to be Indeed, that idea escalated quickly.” make any kind of political statement a challenge. “Within a week of the very strong this season with newcom- He was thrilled with the fact that with this project, Brett and Nicki felt state shutdown, some men lost their er Cruise Labrie close behind. Nicki supported his outlandish idea as the events of the past few months jobs,” Garcia said. “We had to adjust “The story of the success of this to turn their backyard into a whiffle- unfolded in the United States, it was to on-line counseling, appointments team will be determined by the place- ball field, she jumped in with both hard to separate Jackie’s memory from and meetings. Getting laid off leads ment of our five through seven run- feet and become an integral part in its all that was happening. to additional stress and the risk of ners. If we can have some new faces creation, proving just how much she “Jackie is one of the most important relapse is a huge concern.” step up and be competitive at a top loves baseball. Civil Right figures in our nation’s his- Garcia hopes he and his “guys” are level, then this team could do well. “Starting with Jackie as a concept, tory, and I hope he would be proud of doing a small part to end the stigma Time will tell,” Tanguay said. the field slowly evolved into an hom- what we have created here, especially surrounding substance use disorder. age to historical baseball parks spe- if it introduces his legacy to a new “The program continues to give back cifically the style of the advertisements generation of kids,” he said proudly Narragansett Student to the community,” he said. “We once on the outfield walls, with nods to adding, “Anyone is welcome to come again will have our annual jack-o- the ‘Negro Leagues’,” Hudson said. by and say hey, and if you want to play Starts Business during lantern display and will be deliver- A defining feature of their field is a a few innings, even better!” ing Christmas gifts to another family Pandemic Continued from Page 9 struggling in the holidays. The local “The food pantry was a good idea churches and food pantry have been during COVID,” he said. “A lot of people an important part of our success. needed food, like the ones who usually Anytime they need some guys to vol- eat at school, and they weren’t getting as unteer, we are happy to step up.” many drop-offs.” For the second year First Parish With the soccer season approaching, volunteers will prepare Christmas Yaeger has decided to take a little break. breakfast for Courage House. They He plans on making more snowy tree are busy now getting together things pieces this winter and wants to create the five new residents need. “I have smaller ones for around $20 that people a personal connection to addiction,” can buy as gifts. He thinks they can be said Kalloch,” so I am particularly used in Yankee Swaps (or, as his family grateful to be able to support these likes to call them, Red Sox Swaps). residents.” She continues, however, Yaeger can be reached through his to be concerned “that there is commu- Facebook page where he is pictured with nity prejudice about substance abuse samples of his artwork. He takes custom – concerns that Dyke hopes are being orders and updates are posted regu- alleviated: “It has been quiet in our larly with information on his upcoming neighborhood with no problems,” she events. said.

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12 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | October 1, 2020 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper ling and those who are struggling is I have overseen the renovation Brockman Continued from Page 5 Perkins Continued from Page 5 growing at an accelerated rate. We and building of several commercial classrooms. Though these examples must continue to consider the health to learn and grow. Our commu- buildings over the years and hope have been decided, we are in the and safety of our school community, nity needs to remain affordable in to participate on the facilities sub- midst of changing information and while also providing meaningful and order to continue to thrive. The group of the School Committee. circumstances. It is critical that the supportive educational services for balancing act between these two My work navigating the COVID- School Committee respond quickly all students. needs is a major issue in the next 19 response for my workplace has and thoughtfully to new information. Gorham also has an opportunity few years. My background renovat- provided me with an understand- Another issue is the need for a high to listen and amplify the voices of ing and building commercial prop- ing of the human resources, tech- school expansion or replacement. I our students of color. The school erties for credit unions will help nology and facilities components brought up this issue during my last run committee made a commitment to me navigate these conversations facing the schools. for School Committee. Frustratingly, the creation of an anti-racist policy and work to find the right bal- Building collaborative teams and plans to expand or replace the High based on the proclamation presented ance. tackling complex problems are School were dropped. While there by the GHS Civil Rights team. It is In addition, the impacts of strengths of mine and ones that will be a tax impact to renovating or imperative that we continue this COVID-19 continue to necessi- I hope to use as a member of the building a new school, this must hap- work, without discomfort or difficulty tate changes in how education is Gorham School Board. pen soon. Construction costs never go deterring the progress we hope to delivered. The ability to provide down; the project will only become see in the Gorham schools. I want my quality education during these Sturm Continued from Page 5 more expensive. We need more capac- children to grow up in a community times, as well as understanding the ity in the high school. We need to that acknowledges we can always do impact long-term is another cru- focus on how COVID-19 is affecting replace the aging high school infra- more, aim higher, and follow through cial issue for Gorham. The School the schools, and this will likely domi- structure. And if work doesn’t begin on promises. Committee, administration, teach- nate in the short-term. However, we on a comprehensive plan soon, the Gorham’s growth and the issues ers and staff have done incredible also need to remember there are other alternative is to address this piecemeal: related to overcrowding, especially at work over the past several months, issues at hand. We need to continue replacing plumbing and walls and cir- the high school, continue to require but the impact of this challenge is raising civil rights awareness in all the cuits as they fail; building modular our attention. This summer, our far from over. schools – working with both students classrooms to address overcrowding. community collaborated to get GHS Change is happening at a rapid and administration to continue the The result is taxpayers paying more students back in the building. That rate in our society. We are faced forward momentum. Additionally, the and getting less. happened in a matter of days! I hope with differing viewpoints on a daily persistent growth of our town contin- How would your perspective we can use those community partner- basis and the discussion is not ues to impact our school facilities. The or experience benefit the School ships to develop reasonable plans for always constructive or respectful. School Committee has already spent so Committee? As a parent, I will advo- the high school, while being mindful As a parent, I hope to raise chil- much time working toward solutions cate for a school system that is a safe of affordability in Gorham. dren who know their own minds, and this work will continue as the stu- place in which learning may blos- How would your perspec- share their thoughts respectfully dent population continues to outgrow som. As a resident, I understand that tive or experience benefit the and who can also change their our facilities. I - like all residents - will have to pay School Committee? I understand opinion when new information is How would your perspective for school expenses when the tax the unique challenges educators learned. This is the type of skill set or experience benefit the School bill comes due. I will do my best to face today. School staff are asked that is so important to teach within Committee? As an environmental make decisions with compassion and to do more with less, which has our schools as well. scientist, I work with data. My experi- thoughtfulness and the best analysis been highlighted in the last six How would your perspective ence is that understanding your data I can give to the information I have months. Educators are changing or experience benefit the School makes for better informed, long- available. their teaching practices on the fly Committee? My professional back- lasting, supported decision-making. and are doing an amazing job! These ground in credit unions includes I would hope that as a Committee changes are the result of a lot of a focus on board governance, member, I can help support the dis- Hudson Continued from Page 5 work -- over the summer, before stu- project oversight and operations. trict in making sure we have the staff the issues we face existed before dents arrive, and after students leave Collaboration, careful listening and tools in place to provide each stu- COVID-19 and will continue after. for the day. As a school committee and not being afraid to ask ques- dent with the best education possible. Serving on the school committee member, I will work diligently to tions are critical assets in my work. I will use my background in data, as is one way I can serve and support support the dedication and innova- I think my background will be well as my open-mindedness and col- my community. 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FOR INTEREST ent Nature Mandala, with Ms. Deb on Facebook presenting a virtual STEAM activity geared GHS Graduate Haley Lowell became a new student at Lasell University, Newton, toward K-5 learners, and the following week, Mystery Objects in a Bag. Always creative fun Massachusetts this fall to study Fashion Merchandising and Management. from this acclaimed neighborhood library. Gorham Memorial VFW Post 10879 welcomes new members from South Portland Post FOOD PANTRY NEWS 832 and any interested veterans to the next monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. and Oct 13 in the Gorham neighbors have generously shared their garden bounty with the Gorham Food Fire Department Training Room, 270, Main St. Gorham. For more information contact Pantry all summer long, providing clients with fresh additions to their grocery selections [email protected]. during drive-through pantry. Clients have been so appreciative of the locally-grown produce shared with them by their neighbors. If your garden is still producing more than you know Gorham Memorial Post 10879, Veterans of Foreign Wars is now accepting entries for what to do with, the Pantry would love your donations. You can drop off at the pantry for Patriot’s Pen and Voice of Democracy scholarship competitions. All public, private, and the remainder of the summer / fall harvest season any time just prior to our regular pantry homeschool students in grades 6-12 are eligible. Nominees for Teacher of the Year awards hours: Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (drop off from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. for distribution) are also being accepted. The deadline for each is Oct 31, 2020. Entries and questions can or the second and fourth Monday evenings of each month from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. (drop off be directed to [email protected]. from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. for distribution that evening). If you have produce to donate and those hours don’t work, please message Gorham Food Pantry Friends on Facebook to arrange a FIRST Robotics Team 172 from Gorham and Falmouth is part of a cooperative of area time that works best for you. teams looking for a new home for their practice field. It requires a lockable open space of at least 30’ x 70’ and min. 10’ ceiling, plus heat, light and almost 24-hour access for very In addition to fresh produce, the Pantry welcomes donations of items such as baked responsible students and mentors. Team 172, an after-school activity, is also recruiting beans, kids’ snacks (granola bars, juice boxes, small bags of cookies, etc.), Ensure, as well for new members from Gorham High School. Ideas? Contact John Kraljic, Falmouth High as men’s and women’s personal care items (shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, razors). School, 781-7429 x5135, [email protected]. The Gorham Food Pantry is available to any Gorham resident; you need only visit during LIBRARY NEWS pantry hours with proof of residency (a utility bill with your name and your Gorham address North Gorham Public Library is once again open to the public. Library hours are Mondays, on it – not a drivers’ license). The best way to keep up-to-date on Pantry happenings and 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Wednesdays 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Home current needs is to follow them on Facebook (Gorham Food Pantry Friends), and messages delivery and parking lot pickup is also available. via Facebook are responded to quickly. Baxter Memorial Library hours have returned to normal. Current hours are Mondays and USM NOTES Fridays, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; closed on The USM School of Music is pressing forward during the pandemic with virtual performanc- Saturdays and Sundays. Visit the website for more details. baxterlibrary.org. In addition es you can attend from home. Find them all at usm.maine.edu/music/events. to the usual discovery times for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, the library will pres- Continued on Next Page BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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14 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | October 1, 2020 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper CALENDAR At the opening faculty concert of the USM School of Music, President Glenn Cummings THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 announced the start of a capital campaign to include funding for a new performing arts Baxter Memorial Library, Virtual Toddler Discovery Time, 9:30 – 9:50 a.m. on Facebook. center in Portland, providing a state of the arts performance hall and practice space for the School’s outstanding artists. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 USM School of Music, Honors Recital, 8 p.m., usm.maine.edu/events Detailed information regarding ongoing management of pandemic response at USM is available on a dedicated section of the University website, Healthy Huskies, that is updated SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 regularly. Find answers to frequently asked questions — from new and returning students to USM School of Music, Choral Extravaganza, 2 p.m., usm.maine.edu/events faculty and staff to community members — that cover all facets of the institution. Visit usm. maine.edu/healthy-huskies. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 Baxter Memorial Library, Virtual Preschool Discovery Time, 9:30 – 10 a.m. on Facebook. USM’s Corporate Partners program is built on a foundation of regular programming that showcases issues of interest to Maine’s business community. USM Employer Relationship WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7 Managers work with members to understand specific workforce needs and to collaborate on Baxter Memorial Library, Nature Mandala, STEAM activity for K-5 learners. 10 a.m. on solutions, providing forums for the exchange of ideas, opportunities to connect with USM Facebook. faculty, students and staff, and information about academic and professional resources for workforce development. Learn more at usm.maine.edu/corporatepartners. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 Baxter Memorial Library, Virtual Toddler Discovery Time, 9:30 – 9:50 a.m. on Facebook.

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