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NONPROFIT Town of U.S. POSTAGE PAID GORHAM, ME Volume 16 Number 17 Gorham, Maine September 3, 2010 PERMIT NO. 10 —Founded 1736— Town and Gown Andrew Wojtal Wins Bids Due Work Together Prestigious Award September 24 Bill Ambrose for Preble St. Maggie Compeau he Town of Gorham and the Sheri Faber University of Southern Maine have o receive a dance ly hard for it and I felt Property Tfound a few mutually beneficial and award of any kind like I was validated as innovative ways to work together. is one of the most a dancer.” The award he Town of Gorham held two open Chief Robert Lefebvre of the Gorham T dreamt about achieve- will cover Wojtal’s houses on August 24 and August Fire Department said his department ments for any dancer. tuition for the remain- T27 at the former fraternity house trains fire and safety inspectors for the Receiving an award der of his time as a at 27 Preble Street. The open houses USM campus. These student inspectors from the Princess student. were intended for prospective bidders relieve the town’s personnel of the obli- Grace Foundation is Established by to view the property, which the town gation to inspect the dorms and other the ultimate goal for Prince Rainer III of seized for non-payment of taxes. While the property could be used college facilities. As compensation for a dancer. Andrew Monaco after Princess as a single family home, it would not their service, the students receive their Wojtal, pictured at Grace Kelly’s death meet code requirements to become a rooms for free. right, will experience in 1982, the Princess The Gorham Fire Department main- two family dwelling. Among other pos- that success first hand Grace Foundation was sibilities, permitted uses for the prop- tains a Confined Space Rescue Team for in November when he intended to gather a the college. Crisscrossing the campus erty include: retail store; personal; busi- receives the Princess Photo credit Christie Nelson Sala group of people to are a series of underground heating ness and repair services; business and Grace Scholarship honor her legacy. The professional offices; rooming house; pipes that transmit steam to various Award at the Annual Awards Gala in Foundation has awarded numerous buildings from a central heating plant. funeral home; or a bed and breakfast. New York City. scholarships, apprenticeships, and A minor site plan review would be When the pipes require maintenance, Wojtal, GHS ’07, son of Ann fellowships every year to people in required for any use other than that of workers need to descend into under- Withington and Michael Wojtal, took dance and theatre. In 2006 another a single family home. ground vaults located around the cam- an interest in the art of dance at age Gorham resident was presented with a The minimum bid for the property pus. Federal OSHA regulations call for eight. When he was nine years old, a Princess Grace Award. Sara Esty, danc- is $35,000. The fraternity purchased a Confined Space Rescue Team to be fear of the stage caused him to tempo- er with the Miami City Ballet, daughter the property in 2003 for $191,000; the present during this operation. The team rarily quit dancing. After studying his of Jane and Mike Esty, was presented current assessed value is $258,900. The must also certify the space is safe before sister’s love for dance and by watch- with a dance fellowship award. house has fifteen rooms and five bath- the workers descend. In return for ing others, Wojtal made the decision Wojtal said the Princess Grace rooms. The property is in disrepair and this service, the university pays for the to enter weekly hip-hop classes. Award is a “life-changing award” needs extensive work to correct code team’s equipment and for the Gorham Wojtal’s main style of dance through- which will “allow me to apply for violations before the building can be firefighters to be trained and periodi- out high school was hip-hop; howev- grants that I can use to put toward occupied. cally certified. Additionally, USM con- er, over the past few years he focused future projects.” After he receives Tim Allard, who lives across the tributes about $12,000 annually for the on modern style dancing and ballet. his double undergraduate degrees street, wrote a letter to the Town maintenance and upkeep of the town’s He says he has “learned to appreci- in dance and choreography from Council asking them not to permit the building to become a rooming house aerial ladder fire truck, as well as paying ate ballet over the past few years and California Institute of the Arts, he that might cater to college students who the fees for rescue calls to the campus. believes that art is all inclusive.” plans to go to Montreal. Wojtal is look- could present noise and other problems The Gorham Public Works Wojtal’s thoughts on receiving the ing forward to his future in choreog- Department aids the university in its for Preble St. residents. “USM has no Princess Grace Scholarship Award: “It raphy and theater, and aspires to own interest in purchasing 27 Preble Street purchase of sand and salt for winter was the best thing ever. I worked real- his own dance company. road maintenance. According to Terry or any other property in downtown Deering, deputy public works director, Gorham. We have been focusing all available resources toward improving the town requires a very large quantity Gorham Has Heart Page 14 each winter. By buying in bulk, the options for on-campus living,” said Bob Caswell, executive director of Public town receives a discount. Comparatively Affairs at USM. According to Town speaking, the school uses a much small- Manager David Cole, “the Town Council er amount. By purchasing its winter sup- can turn down an offer with which they plies from the town, USM saves because are uncomfortable.” Despite the vote it is getting the volume-discounted by Town Council for a deed restriction price, and it does not need to build and prohibiting future use as a fraternity or maintain the expensive storage facilities sorority, a rooming house would be a that would otherwise be needed. permitted use.

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They are published at the discre- Due to a printing error, the following tion of the Gorham Times and are subject to editing. images were omitted from the 8/20 issue. open a new retail store on Thursday, Below are snapshots of the images and September 2 in The Village Mall on Dear Gorham Times, crew who took us in tow to their unit captions as they were intended to appear. Main Street. Their hours are Monday- My wife, our family, and I wish to and checked us out or the courteous Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, express extreme gratitude to the young recruit standing guard at the 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. FMI 839-0464. Gorham, Windham and Standish fire front door with a spray can watch- and rescue crews for their prompt ing a flick of fire breaking through and concerned action in our home the exterior wall while waiting for a fire on Tuesday, August 20 at 12:15 larger hose line. Being careful not to a.m. Fortunately, we live within a offend or do unnecessary damage to Times mile of the now manned fire station anything, he asked me if it was okay in North Gorham; by the time we to move the small planter of gerani- ­­Bringing the News to All of Gorham got out of the house I could hear the ums off the steps. Another, carrying PO Box 401, 77 South Street trucks coming. As soon as the truck a hose after the fire, who I did not Gorham, Maine 04038 arrived and the crew had their smoke recognize, said he had a guest room Phone and Fax: 839-8390 gear on, they went into the dark base- we could stay in if we needed it. Our Dated June 16, 1995, the first Gorham E-mail: [email protected] ment and quickly knocked the fire daughter lived just down the road so Times Extra Edition (far left) was intended www.gorhamtimes.com down. A three-foot hole in the floor we could go there, but whoever he to make people aware of the newspaper The Gorham Times is a free volunteer-run at the foot of our bed was about the was, we thank him for the offer. and to create an interest for advertisers community newspaper distributed every other only place the fire managed to get out John and Betty Labrecque, North and readers. The official first issue (left) Friday to more than 100 pick-up sites of the basement. The smoke through- Gorham was published on August 25, 1995. throughout Gorham. ow to reach us out the house could not be avoided. Images courtesy of the Gorham Times archive H All involved were very concerned Dear Gorham Times, News [email protected] and understanding of our concerns, Congratulations on your 15th anni- Sports [email protected] even the headman who arrived and versary edition. 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Subscriptions Photo credit William C. Holmes $15/year in Gorham; $20/year elsewhere $10/year for college subscription n E W S F r o m a U G U S t a Editor Karen DiDonato Business Manager Sandra Wilson Design/Production/Web Jeannine Owens Take Advantage of Energy Efficiency Police Beat Sheri Faber Staff Writers Sherrie Fontaine Jackie Francis and Weatherization Programs Sen. Phil Bartlett Sarah Gavett-Nielsen Stacy Sallinen he sight of school buses on Maine Force found that weatherization of all make an improvement to your home Bruce Webb roads usually signals the end of the Maine residential units (477,000 single or replace an appliance, check with Features Chris Crawford Tsummer season. Fall is on its way family dwellings and 7,100 apartment Efficiency Maine to see if you are eligi- Staff Photographers Martha T. Harris and before we know it, winter will be buildings with 50,000 units) would ble for a rebate. More information can Rich Obrey here as well. But, while the weather reduce fuel use by 18 percent and save be found online at: www.efficiency- Public Service Jackie Francis is still nice, I would encourage you to $1.7 billion. maine.com or by calling 866-376-2463. Sports Jeff Pike consider energy efficiency or weather- As a result of the findings from the Maine Housing is another resource School Coordinator Stacy Sallinen ization improvements in your home. Task Force report, the governor and for help in lowering the cost of energy Distribution Chad Sirois The efforts made now may save you Legislature continues to work hard in a home. The programs offered Assignment Coordinators Paul and money down the road. to reduce our energy consumption. through Maine Housing are only for Barbara Neal Consider this: nearly 80 percent of Recently, Maine was recognized as a low-income households and are usu- Board of Directors Maine residents depend on oil to heat national leader in the effort of weather- ally administered through the local Maynard Charron, President their homes. Heating and transportation ization because of our efforts to improve community action agency. The agency Susan Bartlett, Edward Feibel, Robert Gould, fuel costs have increased 100 percent the energy efficiency of 100 percent of in our area is the People’s Regional Julie Mason, David Willis, Katie O’Brien, over the last five years. This equates to our homes and businesses by 2030. Opportunity Program (PROP). Hannah Schulz Sirios, Michael Wing 10 to 20 percent of most Maine house- To help achieve this goal, Efficiency To see if you may qualify for a —— holds’ monthly income. It is clear that Maine serves as the clearinghouse weatherization or energy efficiency Office Staff Barbara Neal, Paul Neal any household could see significant for residential and business programs program, go to www.mainehousing. Sales Staff Sandra Wilson, Betsy Nygren savings if they are able to reduce the designed to encourage energy efficien- org for more information. To contact Distribution Jason Beever, David Butler, cost of energy consumption. In fact, the cy. Various programs offer incentives an official at PROP, visit www.propeo- Maureen Butler, Julie Burnheimer, Kattia Governor’s Pre-Emergency Energy Task to qualified participants. Before you ple.org or call 800-698-4959. 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ophie Little, 16, is a Gorham High Antoine Cadot-Wood in Shanghai School student who took her Sinterest in art photography to a professional level at an earlier age than most. Sophie is selling, exhibiting, and presenting her work for judging at two of Maine’s popular outdoor art shows this summer. She has already exhib- ited at the Naples Art Show on July 31 where she received an honorable mention for the quality of her work and made some sales. Her next show this season will be at the annual Cape Elizabeth Labor Day Art show at Fort Williams Park on Sunday, September 5. Sophie has been interested in pho- tography since she was 10 years old. Almost four years ago she decided to take classes in black and white film Photo credit Ellen Quinlan darkroom techniques at Maine College of Art’s (MECA) Saturday School, a pro- Sophie Little displays one of her black Photo credit unknown gram for school aged children who are and white photographs. Antoine Cadot-Wood, Gorham resident and student ambassador at the USA Pavilion at interested in developing their artistic Expo 2010 Shanghai, visits the China Pavilion. interests. Sophie progressed through the of the interior of a very old house that class level and really enjoyed the chal- had not been occupied for years. I hen people here talk about 2010 to be staffed by a large number of lenge of learning traditional darkroom thought the house seemed very lonely what they did on their day off, its own citizens; many other pavilions techniques to create expressive and and I liked that quality.” Wit sounds physically impossible: simply hired local Chinese. We are the personal work. She says: “it is a lot more Sophie’s stepfather, Ed Reims is a “I went to France yesterday.” “Really? I face of the United States, greeting guests fun than digital photography because it “plein air” landscape painter who regu- went to Israel and Guatemala, and had and introducing our country in English is easier to be involved in as a process. larly exhibits and sells at outdoor art a quick look at Indonesia.” Actually, and Chinese to an average of 50,000 vis- For example, you have to use skill and shows in Maine and other east coast none of my coworkers have traveled itors a day, many of whom have never creativity to frame the work properly states year round. Sophie has attended more than a couple of miles. Here at before met an American. and adjust the areas of light and dark many of his shows and wanted to try Expo 2010 in Shanghai, China, more On our days off, we have a chance to contrast during the developing process. it. Ed was able to offer advice and prac- than 140 nations, represented by highly venture into the city of Shanghai itself This makes each print more unique and tical help in setting up her displays. ornate pavilions, showcase the best and quickly realize how fitting it is for personal. Apart from techniques, my They will both be exhibiting at the their countries have to offer. Inside the this city to host the Expo. Shanghai training at MECA has taught me proper Cape Elizabeth Labor Day Art Show USA Pavilion, over the course of the six- has been a hub of international ship- this year. month Expo, some 160 American col- ping and trade since it was first opened composition and lighting.” Sophie plans to make a career of lege students and recent graduates like by imperial powers in the mid 1800s. Sophie’s subject matter is often art photography and hopes to attend me will have the opportunity to bring to Traces of this global influence can still things in which other people may life the concept of personal diplomacy. be found in the city, whether in the not see beauty. “My photographs a college of art in a couple of years. “Universal Expositions,” as they are elegant old buildings of the French can make subjects look beautiful, but Check out her work at Fort Williams officially known, have a history of more Concession, or the towering skyscrapers when viewed in real life may not look on Sunday, September 5. than 150 years, with the first such event that mark Shanghai’s rapidly developing attractive and may even be perceived held in London in 1851. Many modern financial district. as ugly. I like the challenge of seeing inventions were presented at these My plan since graduating from col- beauty where it is not obvious. For expositions, most notably the telephone lege this past May has been to apply for example, I took a series of photographs in 1876. Although most expos are tem- doctoral programs in modern Chinese porary, many have marked their host history, with the goal of eventually cities permanently: the Eiffel Tower, becoming a researcher. For now, how- the symbol of Paris, was the entrance ever, I am enjoying this opportunity arch for the 1889 World’s Fair. In the to make a meaningful contribution last half century, however, expos have to US-Chinese relations. An estimated taken on a much more idealistic tone. seven million visitors, almost all The theme for Expo 2010 Shanghai is Chinese, will visit our pavilion by the “Better City, Better Life,” with various time Expo 2010 ends in October. 160 pavilions showcasing new ways to use enthusiastic young college students will urban spaces. have the opportunity to help eliminate I am one of about 160 young men some of the suspicion and ignorance and women who were selected as that still lies between the two countries. “Student Ambassadors” to work at the So with that kind of job, who needs a USA Pavilion. We come from all over day off? the United States and from many differ- ent schools. What we have in common Antoine Cadot-Wood (GHS ’06) graduated from is the ability to speak Mandarin and an Wesleyan University in Connecticut in May interest in China. Our presence makes 2010 with a major in East Asian Studies and a the USA Pavilion one of the few at Expo focus on modern Chinese history. He is the son of Annick Cadot and Jack Wood.

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4 | Gorham Times | September 3, 2010 municipal New Librarian Town Council Report,

August 3 Sarah Gavett-Nielsen he Council voted to accept the Preble Street, provided that the mini- bid of Shaw Brothers, Inc. for mum bid required is $35,000. Bidders T$1,127,533 for the reconstruction must provide a check, payable to the of North Gorham Road, in accordance Town of Gorham equal to 5% of the with the bid specifications. The money amount of the bid that will be applied is coming out of the bond package to the final purchase. Once bids are that the voters accepted during the placed, the bids will be made public November 2009 election. and will go before Town Council, The Council voted to approve which reserves the right to accept or issuance of a new liquor license for reject any bid. JAAAMM’s Associates, LLC d/b/a The Town Council voted to officially Church Banquet Center Sons of Italy receive the Preliminary Design Report Lodge. for the South Street and County Road The Council voted to accept the bid Sanitary Sewer and Water Main Utility from Gorham Sand & Gravel, Inc. of Service Expansion from the Portland

Photo credit Martha T. Harris $485,000 to reconstruct Finn Parker Water District. Road, provided that right-of-way issues The Town Council accepted Emma North Gorham Public Library trustees announce the appointment of the new librarian, can be resolved. Lane, located in Nottingham Woods Wendy Wales. She joined the North Gorham Public Library several years ago as a trust- The Council authorized the Town subdivision off of Wood Road, as a ee and last year as the assistant librarian, and took on her duties as librarian the first of Manager and Finance Director to solicit public road to be classified as a Rural July. The children’s programs will get under way in September. Babies In The Library, sealed bids for the purpose of selling Access Road. the tax-acquired property located at 27 for children up to 3, will be held on Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m., starting September 8. Story Hour, for 3 to 5 year olds, will be held on Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., starting September 9. Library hours are Mondays and Thursdays 3:00 to 5:30 p.m.; Wednesdays 6 to 8 p.m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information please gorham has heart call the library at 892-2575. Breathing in Fresh Air Stacy Sallinen An Evening With Birdie Googins Aka: The Marden’s Lady Join us for an entertaining evening with “The Marden’s Lady” Gorham Middle School Bailey/Silcox Hall 7 p.m. Saturday, September 18, 2010 Meet & Greet Afterwards Photo credit Jane Farr $8 Advance / $10 at door Fresh Air Fund children and their host families went aboard the Rugosa, a lobster Under 12, Free tour-boat that left from the Nonantum Resort Marina in Kennebunkport. During the FMI 839-6569 excursion, they learned about the lifecycle and migration of lobsters, along with a hands-on experience about the lobster industry. Pictured onboard are Ryan Farr, Timmy Sponsored by Gorham Lions Club O’Brien, Elijah Vicks, Aaron Farr, Brendon Carolina, and Andrew Farr. and Gorham Rec. Dept. ight families in Gorham recently uncomfortable for him, running bare- Tickets at: Nicely’s Market, Busters Barber Shop, Cook’s Hardware, opened their hearts and homes foot in the grass, playing with the Eto children from New York City sprinkler and Slip and Slide in the yard, Village Laundry, Ossipee Trail Gardens, and Gorham Grind. through the Fresh Air Fund. Founded swimming at the beach, or just having in 1877, the nonprofit agency allows dinner outside. Three years later, he inner-city kids to experience summer is now eager to be a part of all these in the country. experiences and continues to want hotography with lass For as long as she can recall, Jane to try new things. Ronnie said they P C Farr wanted to host a child through the are fortunate to be able to open their Fresh Air Fund. She and her husband, home to a child each year, and now Ronnie, decided to wait until their chil- considers Brendon to be a friend and dren, Aaron, 10; Ryan, 8; and Andrew, wonderful addition to the family. 6, were old enough to appreciate the Deb Washburn, the volunteer chair experience. For the third consecutive coordinator for Fresh Air Fund in the summer, the Farr family has welcomed Gorham area, said the experience can Brendon Carolina, 9, into their home be rewarding, but she makes it very Stacy and Tim O’Brien also partici- clear during the application process Scheduling Senior Portraits Now pated in the program in order to give that there will be challenges. “We’re Limited sessions available. Please call 839-3431 their son, Timmy, 8, a different per- talking about kids. I want families to to schedule your session now. For color samples spective on life experiences. be prepared for a difference in culture, and pricing, e-mail [email protected]. One of the biggest challenges for bed wetting, home sickness, even dif- host families is learning to adapt to ferences in activity levels.” different life experiences, including The O’Brien’s first year in hosting Martha T. Harris Photography behavior, eating habits, activities, a child was challenging. The young and schedules. Jane explained that child with whom they were matched [email protected] • www.marthaTharris.com • (207) 839-3431 Brendon’s first year was somewhat Continued on Page 11 September 3, 2010 | Gorham Times | 5 living Grand Opening!!! senior CARE How to Talk to Your Doctor: Tips on Improving

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6 | Gorham Times | September 3, 2010 school New Teachers and Back to school Staff Members in Backpack Safety Robert L. Lavoie D.C.

Gorham Schools Stacy Sallinen

he Gorham School Department University of New England. welcomes nine new teachers and Jeffrey Burnap is joining GHS staff members. T Alternative Education as the new Amy Stewart is teaching elementary BRIDGES teacher. He received a B.S. music at Narragansett School. She in Environmental Studies/Science from received a B.A. in Music/Music Therapy Bates College and a M.S. in Teaching from Senandoah University. and Learning from the University of Southern Maine. Angela Gospodarek is teaching science at Gorham Middle School (GMS). She Tim Ebersold is teaching music at GHS. received a B.S. in Marine Biology with a He received a B.A. in Music Education Minor in Chemistry from University of and a B.A. in Music Performance, both North Carolina, and a M.S. in Ecology from Miami University. and Biology from the University of Tyler Berthiaume is teaching math at Connecticut. GHS. He received a B.A. in Secondary Sandra Morrell is joining the Special Education with a concentration in Education Department at GMS. math from the University of Maine at She received a B.A. in Psychology Farmington. from University of Massachusetts at Alyssa Drozd is teaching English to Dartmouth and a M.S. in Education Speakers to Other Languages (ESOL). from Simmons College. In addition, She received a B.A. in English and Morrell took advanced graduate study Photos credit Randy Charland Political Science from the University of courses at the University of Southern New Hampshire, and a M.A. in ESOL. Nate Cook (above, left) correctly wears his backpack, but Owen Cook (above, right) Maine. Laura Burbine is an Occupational is not. His pack is hanging too low on his lower back. James Welsch is teaching social stud- Therapist. She received a B.A. in ies at Gorham High School (GHS). Occupational Therapy from the He received a B.A. in History from University of New Hampshire. t is that time of year again when mil- desks and lockers. Penn State University and has taken lions of kids head back to school. It is important to purchase a proper- advanced graduate study courses at IParents rush to prepare kids with ly sized backpack. The pack should be University of Maine at Fort Kent and new clothes, books and materials. They no wider or longer than the student’s want to ensure their kids get to school torso. The straps should be set to allow safely, eat healthy foods, and foster the pack to sit on the upper to middle healthy relationships. With all that back (picture 1) rather than having the preparation and concern, little focus pack hang at the lower back (picture Students to Eat Local is given to the safe and proper use of 2). backpacks. Another problem is shoulder straps Injuries and chronic pains due to that are too thin. Thin straps dig into and Fresh Foods Stacy Sallinen backpacks are common in my practice. shoulders causing compression, which This, combined with sports, long peri- interferes with circulation and nerves tarting in September, students in In addition to more fresh and local ods of sitting, and poor posture, add supply. Signs of compression include Gorham schools will notice some foods, students in all Gorham schools up to a multitude of problems. Some tingling, numbness and weakness in changes in their school’s meal can participate in Maine Harvest Lunch, studies state that almost half of the 40 the arms and hands. S million kids returning to school will Wearing the pack with only one program. which takes place on September 22. In have some sort of strain, sprain, pain strap causes the child to lean to one One of the biggest changes includes previous years, only students in kinder- or injury due to the improper use of side; this also leads to abnormal strain more fresh fruits and vegetables avail- garten through eighth grade were able backpacks. on the head, neck and spine. able to students. As part of the Farm-to- to participate. Backpacks, when used properly, Look for packs with padded shoul- School project, Food Service Director Changes have also been made to are extremely useful for any student. A der straps. Both straps should be worn Michael Sanborn has partnered with the food menu. At the middle and pack uses the strongest muscles in the at all times to ensure proper balance. local farms to purchase fresh produce high schools, the salad bar, which was body (the back and abdomen) to carry Additionally, a padded back adds com- for school meals. Typically the project introduced last year, will offer more a load. fort and protects the child from being lasts only for a few days, but Sanborn varieties of fresh fruit, vegetables and The most common mistake we see poked by sharp objects such as binders plans to extend it by purchasing locally protein. A pasta and deli bar will also is improper sizing and overloading. A and pencils. until mid-October. Randall’s Orchard be available this year. heavy pack, or one that hangs below There are many available options in Standish and Grant’s Farm in Saco Elementary schools will see a change the waist, will naturally cause the child in backpacks. Look for those that are will supply a wide variety of fruits and in their breakfast menu, which follows to counterbalance the weight by lean- lightweight and sturdy. Rolling packs vegetables including broccoli, beets, a five-day menu cycle. On Fridays stu- ing forward, which increases the strain are a good option, but keep in mind potatoes, peppers, summer squashes, dents can choose a fresh fruit cup with on spine and disturbs the natural walk- they will not roll up stairs nor do they zucchini, and tomatoes. yogurt. ing posture. roll well in snow. Overall, make sure Sanborn said the idea of offering Sanborn said additional changes to A loaded backpack should weigh your child is using both straps and that more fresh foods has always been school menus may be yet to come. no more than 15 percent of the child’s the backpack is close to the mid and important in school nutrition pro- Early next year, recipes may be body weight. For example, if your upper back and is not overloaded. This grams. In previous years, the school changed to decrease sodium levels. child weighs 65 pounds, the backpack will help your child have a safe and budget subsidized school food pro- This comes as the U.S. Department of should be less than 10 pounds. Parents healthy school year. grams. Gorham’s program has become Agriculture, which regulates school often respond that their child has too more self-supporting by increasing meal programs, looks to change nutri- many books. Work with your child Dr. Robert L. Lavoie is the owner/operator efficiency; labor costs were reduced by tional standards. to learn what books are necessary for of Chiropractic Clinic of Gorham. school that day and which books they approximately 35 percent and savings can leave at home. Ask them to lighten was applied to food costs. the load during the day by using their September 3, 2010 | Gorham Times | 7 Suit Up the Eyes for Successful Fundraiser Held in Gorham Sports Safety Dr. Todd M. Hamilton, Maine Optometry, P.A. hin guards for soccer. Shoulder pate in sports should insist that their pads for football. Batting helmets children wear protective eyewear and Sfor baseball and softball. Almost encourage schools and athletic clubs to every sport has its own unique safety adopt a policy requiring it. equipment, but most sports partici- “September is Sports Eye Safety pants forget to protect one of the most Awareness Month,” Dr. Hamilton said, important parts of the body: the eyes. “and we encourage anyone who par- According to Dr. Hamilton, “every ticipates in sports – children and adults year, more than 40,000 people suf- alike – to remember to outfit the eyes fer injuries to the eyes while playing for safety. Today’s protective eyewear is sports.” He also said, “most of these lightweight, comfortable and available could be avoided by wearing proper with or without vision correction.” eye protection.” He said that protective sports eyewear can help prevent inju- Dr. Hamilton practices at Maine Optometry, Photo credit Martha T. Harris ries such as fracture of the eye socket, P.A., located at 347D Main Street. He can be Nick Wallace and Sara Sawin, both of Gorham, presented a classical guitar and flute scratched corneas, swollen retinas and reached by calling 839-2638 or by visiting duet at the Kotzschmar Kause Fundraiser on August 10 at 120 Flaggy Meadow Road. even cataracts caused by trauma to the maineoptometry.com. eye. Parents of children who partici- Approximately $9,000 was raised for educational programs featuring Portland’s famous Kotzschmar organ. About 80 people attended the fundraiser and auction. For more infor- mation about the organ, concerts, events, or to give a donation, contact the Friends of the Kotzschmar Organ office at 553-4363 or www.foko.org. Gorham Drama Department Aids the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund Michael Lortie he Gorham High School Drama the daily news, the human suffering Department recently sent a there continues. T$5367.97 check to the Clinton The Gorham High School students Bush Haiti Fund. The amount was came up with idea and subsequently the total raised at the March benefit collected monetary donations, orga- performance of the musical Fame. nized food items, and decorated the The Drama Department students first floor of the high school. The performed the musical to benefit the students were led by seniors Jon people of Haiti, who are still suffering Day, Nick Reynolds, Molly Lortie, from last January’s destructive earth- Jason Badeau, Stephanie Morin, Luke quake. Although Haiti is no longer in Tanguay, Casey Weed, Alyssa Rojecki, and Mike Walsh, along with Director Bruce Avery. The students would like to thank all the businesses and people of Gorham Gorham Food who generously donated toward this Pantry Expands worthy cause. Hours Sue Dunn he Gorham Food Pantry recently announced additional evening Thours to help serve their clients. While the Food Pantry is currently open one evening a month, the need for more evening hours has grown. The new time will be the third and fourth Monday evening of each month from 6-7 p.m. beginning on September 20. “Many of our clients work during tra- ditional daytime hours or have limited transportation and struggle to get here. This is an effort to better serve those who need our services,” explained Food Pantry Director Fran Doucette. Gorham resident Elizabeth King will manage the Food Pantry and coordi- nate the volunteers on Monday eve- nings. King, who is a past Food Pantry board member, stated, “I am so excited for the opportunity to work with the Food Pantry again. This seems to be a much needed service and I am happy to be able to help.” The Gorham Food Pantry offers food assistance at no cost to Gorham residents in need. Hours are Thursday 9-11 a.m., the second Wednesday of each month from 5:45-7 p.m., as well as Monday evenings from 6-7 p.m. The Gorham Food Pantry is located at 299B Main Street in the St. Anne’s Church parking lot (across from the Narragansett Elementary School). There is no need to call ahead, just show up during the hours the Food Pantry is open. Donations are always welcome. 8 | | September 3, 2010 Gorham Times sports Gorham Turns In Strong Showing GHS Fall Sports Preview at Beach to Beacon Race — Part II Compiled by Jeff Pike 133 runners from Gorham were among the 5,670 that competed in the TD Bank Beach to Beacon 10K race in Cape Elizabeth on August 7. In the last issue, we listed the top 54 runners. In this issue, we list the remaining 79 who also turned in strong performances.

Place Fst Name Lst Name Time Place Fst Name Lst Name Time 2496 Kaitlin Flanders 53:21:00 4290 Alison Champagne 1:01:43 2584 Ken Curtis 53:46:00 4352 Lee Rossignol 1:02:06 2658 Maria Lorello 54:03:00 4379 Anne Bachner 1:02:18 2675 Jessica Curtis 54:07:00 4534 Kelli Deveaux 1:03:20 2709 Linda Whitten 54:14:00 4553 Abby Hodgkins 1:03:26 2862 Philip Darasz 54:57:00 4584 Michael Smyth 1:03:37 3020 Tyler Bickford 55:38:00 4588 Sara Lessard 1:03:38 3025 Jeffrey Willis 55:39:00 4589 Sarah Sanborn 1:03:39 3143 Charles Haws 56:05:00 4604 Lisa Royland 1:03:44 3198 Curt Peffer 56:17:00 4606 Dawn Peterson 1:03:45 3199 Mike Chabot 56:17:00 4617 Lou Couture 1:03:50 3244 Jennifer Hughes 56:28:00 4689 Karen Philbrick 1:04:34 3499 Pamela Baldwin 57:26:00 4702 Neile Nelson 1:04:42 3500 Joellen Duplisea 57:26:00 4717 A Henderson 1:04:50 3522 Donna Boudreau 57:34:00 4763 Toni Chabot 1:05:16 3559 Aaron Whitten 57:44:00 4768 Mary Mathieson 1:05:17 3698 Nicole Roy 58:29:00 4773 Cathy Smith 1:05:21 3821 Kyle Willis 59:05:00 4849 Jeffery Mullin 1:06:08 3855 Nick Stinson 59:15:00 4950 Michele Savage 1:07:15 3900 Michelle Duest 59:28:00 5072 Lynn Kalloch 1:08:44 3915 Kristin Tugman 59:32:00 5084 Kim Desso-Dembele 1:08:55 3919 Carrie Bibens 59:32:00 5095 Laura Clough 1:09:03 3948 Scott Corbett 59:43:00 5160 Karen MacDonald 1:10:23 3992 Benjamin Schulz 59:56:00 5180 Michael Foster 1:10:50 4015 Jessica Gagne 1:00:04 5203 Lynn Young 1:11:13 4096 Lyndee Palmer 1:00:33 5290 Amy Wu 1:13:11 4117 Brad Bingham 1:00:44 5326 Amy Hodgkins 1:14:19 4128 David Douin 1:00:48 5335 Gretel Taska 1:14:31 4146 Donna Keeler 1:00:52 5371 Helene Roy 1:15:33 4155 Thomas Chalmers Mclaughlin 1:00:54 5395 Hank Hines 1:16:08 4156 Rae Chalmers Mclaughlin 1:00:55 5408 Bob Mountain 1:16:34 Golf Returning Starters: Seniors Kylie Perrin, 4167 Tom Kelsch 1:00:57 5415 Hollly Hathaway 1:17:07 Head Coach: Rich Altham, entering his Shelby Guimond and Sam Peters; 4172 Denise Whitehead 1:00:59 5492 Erin Webber 1:21:35 second year as head coach. Juniors Audrey Adkison, Kiersten 4181 John Bradshaw 1:01:03 5501 Brenda Caron 1:22:01 Last Year’s Results: Finished the regular Turner, Sarah Perkins, Allie Lurvey, 4188 Ed Dibiase 1:01:05 5567 Amy Hodgkins 1:27:14 season with a 5-5 record. Sierra Peters and Lindsey Smith. 4189 Nicole D’Andrea 1:01:06 5595 Kristina Westbrook 1:30:45 Captains: Seniors Mike Arsenault and Other Key Players: Seniors Meghan 4209 Tasha Moody 1:01:11 5606 Nancy Smyth 1:32:25 Sullivan Conley. Taylor, Alex Tracy, Kelsey Kerwin, 4240 Michelle Michaud 1:01:25 5617 Katherine Hopkins 1:35:46 Key Returning Golfers: Seniors Mike Grace Sunnell and Taylor Reagan; 4242 Tony Michaud 1:01:26 5619 Sue Britting 1:36:33 Arsenault and Sullivan Conley; Juniors Sophomores Libby Andreasan, Sarah 4264 Kathy Bowe 1:01:33 Ian Barber and Ryan Baillargeon; Fogg, Erin Smith, Shannon Folan and Sophomores Nathan Roop, Mike Caron Kali St. Germain. and Brian Rex. Coach Comments: “Our team strengths Other Key Golfers: Sophomores Andrew should be our technical ability, team- Scontras and Spencer LaPierre. work, and our play in the defensives Coach Comments: “Our strength is the and midfield areas,” said head coach effort each player makes to improve Jeanne Zarrilli. “We need to improve his golf game,” said head coach Rick our finishing—we are in the offensive Altham. “The team has played and zone a lot, but we need to put the ball practiced together all summer, and into the net more often. We expect their scores have improved, but we to compete at high level again with need to work on our consistency. The Scarborough and Thornton Academy coaches and players need to put an being among our most challenging emphasis on course management to games. We also expect to make the get better at eliminating bad decisions playoffs and will hopefully grow as a that lead to big holes. The golfers have team to reach the Western Finals for put in the necessary time to reach seventh straight time. We also hope their goal of qualifying for the post to keep injuries down. The depth season, and second-year players have should be good with the starting 11 all improved while the upperclassmen up for grabs and the ability to go are ready to take their games to the far into the bench. The players have next level.” picked up good experiences from off- season teams and have been a very Girls’ Soccer coachable group.” Head Coach: Jeanne Zarrilli, entering her eighth year as head coach. Boys’ Cross-Country Last Year’s Results: Went 12-2 in Head Coach: Jason Tanguay, entering his the regular season, ranked third in first year as head coach. Western Maine Class A. Last Year’s Results: Went 8-4 in the Defeated Cheverus in the quarterfinals regular season then finished fourth in and Marshwood in the semifinals the Western Maine Class A meet before losing Thornton Academy in the and fourth in the State Class A cham- Western Maine Class A finals. pionship. Captains: Not elected at press time. Continued on Page 10 Two Gorham Seniors Place September 3, 2010 | Gorham Times | 9 First in Three Events at in the zone Gorham Shines at Track & Field Junior Summer Youth Tennis Champs: During Jeff Pike Olympics: Nine Gorham track athletes the summer the Gorham Recreation Maine Senior Games placed in the top ten in their respec- Department held its annual tennis tour- tive events at the Maine Junior Olympic nament. Singles champions included Track & Field Championship August 14 in Madison Firmin, Emily Murray, Alex Augusta: Alex Morin, 8, placed second in Smith, Whitney King, Ryan Firmin, the 800-meter Racewalk-Mite Boys with Kyle Curley. Doubles team champions a time of 5:38.40; Elijah Ionta, 14, placed included: Emma Callahan and Madison third in the Javelin-Youth Boys with a Firmin, Alexis Fotter and Caitlin Callahan, throw of 120-11; Dominic Morin, 13, was Ben Tukey and Rowan Connor-McCoy, fourth in the 1500-meter Racewalk-Youth Whitney King and Bella Griffin, Ryan Boys with a time of 10:47.04; Noelle Firmin and Connor Sweatt, Kyle Curley Dibiase, 9, placed seventh in the Shot Put and Michael Susi. Coaches Awards with a throw of 22-01.5 and ninth in the were presented to Bryan Conover, Ryan Triple Jump with a leap of 22-07 in the Murray, John Ennis and Molly Murray. Midget Girls division. Anna Smith, 10, was eighth in the Shot Put-Bantam Girls College Field Hockey Captain: The with a throw of 16-10.25. Ninth-place fin- University of Southern Maine field hockey ishers included Alex Smith, 12, Discuss- team announced that senior goalkeeper Midget Boys with a throw of 51-05; Dan Rachel Lolley (GHS Class of 2007) was Smith, 13, High Jump-Youth Boys with a elected as one of the team’s three cap- height of 4-04; and Hayley Bickford, 11, tains. Lolley was the team’s back-up 800-meter Racewalk-Midget Girls with a goalkeeper last season and was the goal- time of 5:09.83. Amalia Ionte placed tenth keeper for the 2010 Little East Conference in the Javelin-Mite Girls with a throw of champion USM women’s lacrosse team. Photos credit Warren Heaps 24-00. Gorham residents Cindy Smith and Joe Carlozzi both won three events at the 2010 Maine Cross-Country Meet in Memory of Jack Senior Games August 21 at Scarborough High School. Smith, shown above left in the shot Gorham Country Club Tournaments Wilkinson: The GHS cross-country put event, won the javelin with a throw of 64-00, the shot put at 21-09.75, and the discuss Feature Top Gorham Youth Golfers: Top team hosted the 11th-Annual Wilkinson at 57-00 the 60-69 age women’s division. Carlozzi, right shown competing during the shot ten finishers from Gorham in the 3rd Invitational Meet August 26 at Gorham put event, won the shot put with a throw of 36-2 and discuss with a throw of 108'-10" in the Annual Gorham Junior Open August 11 Middle School. The race is held in 70-74 age men’s division. He also won the high jump at a height of 3-10. at Gorham Country Club include Mike memory of Jack Wilkinson, the father of Arsenault, who shot a 75 to tie for first but former GHS cross-country coach John then dropped to second after a five-hole Wilkinson and the current Bonny Eagle wo Gorham athletes placed first her most impressive feats include the playoff in the Boys Championship Flight. cross country coach Greg Wilkinson. The in three events during the Maine stretch from 2006 to 2010, during In the same flight Mike Caron, Sullivan race features boys’ and girls’ teams from Senior Games track & field compe- which she has dominated the three T Conley and Brian Rex all tied for eighth. Gorham, Bonny Eagle and Cheverus, all tition August 21 at Scarborough High throwing events by placing first in all School. Joe Carlozzi won the shot put three. In 1998-1999 and 2001-2002, she In the Girls Championship Flight, Sarah of which Jack Wilkinson coached. GHS with a throw of 36-2 and discus with placed first in the 100 and 200 meters, Fogg won with a score of 84 while Libby senior Mia Rapolla won the girls’ race a throw of 108’-10” in the 70-74 age but she stopped doing that event in Andreasen placed second. On August 2, with a time of 19:12 while seniors Jeremy men’s division. He also won the high 2004 after tearing her ACL. the club crowned Mike Arsenault as Junior Earl, Andy Turner and Logan Marshall jump at a height of 3-10. Cindy Smith Carlozzi has participated in the Club Champion after he shot a two-round took third, fourth and fifth place respec- won three throwing events in the Senior Games for the past 10 years and score of 146. Nathan Roop finished sec- tively to lead Gorham to the team win in 60-64 age women’s division: the javelin has always placed high in his events. ond followed by Spencer Lapierre, Mike the boys’ race. at 64-00, the shot put at 21-09.75, and He also participates every summer for Caron and Brian Rex. the discus at 57-00. a corporate team sponsored by Unum Smith was a track and field athlete that competes against other corpo- in high school at Fairfield, CT and rate teams in the state. He regularly moved to Maine in 1985. She taught competes in Senior Games events art at GHS for 19 years while coach- throughout Massachusetts and plans to ing track and field for 17 years. She compete in the National Senior Games retired from teaching in 2004 and has in Houston scheduled for June 2011. competed and done well in numerous He has qualified in the past but this senior-game events in Massachusetts, will be the first time he has chosen to New Hampshire and at the national compete. level over the past 12 years. Two of

GHS Weekend Varsity Sports Line-Up Friday, September 3 6:00 p.m. Girls’ Soccer vs. Cheverus @ GHS 6:00 p.m. Volleyball @ Yarmouth H.S. Saturday, September 4 12:30 p.m. Football @ Cheverus H.S. 6:00 p.m. Boys’ Soccer vs. Cheverus @GHS All games subject to change. For up-to-date schedules of all GHS sports, visit www.digitalsports.com At the USM-Gorham Campus this Weekend Friday, September 3 7:00 p.m. Volleyball vs. UNE Saturday, September 4 10:00 a.m. Volleyball vs. Salem State 6:00 p.m. Volleyball vs. Maine Maritime Sunday, September 5 1:00 p.m. Women’s Soccer vs. New York Maritime All games subject to change. For up-to-date schedules of all USM sports, visit http://usm.maine.edu/athletics/upcoming.html 10 | Gorham Times | September 3, 2010

Sports Preview from Page 8 Captains: Seniors Jeremy Earl and Volleyball to play at the varsity level,” said head we are working to improve our tough- Logan Marshall. Head Coach: Lisa Curley, entering her coach Dave Kilborn. “We need to work ness,” said head coach Tim King. Key Returning Runners: Seniors third year as head coach. on our depth and continue to stress “We hope to finish near the top of the Logan Marshall, Jeremy Earl and Last Year’s Results: Finished the regular fundamentals as the season pro- league and make a deep run in the Andy Turner; Juniors Joe Deroy and season at 5-9. gresses, and we need to develop some tournament.” Cortlandt Dunn; Sophomore Alex Captains: Senior Moira Keahon and depth as we only have a few players Thuotte. junior Vicki Parker. with varsity level experience. We have Girls’ Cross-Country Other Key Runners: Seniors Will Ross Returning Starters: Senior Moira Keahon great numbers with great student- Head Coach: Kurt Schwanda, entering his and Tom Moutinho. and junior Vicki Parker. athletes, but we need to give them var- third year as head coach. Coach Comments: “We have a veteran Other Key Players: Seniors Leaha sity level experiences that will promote Last Year’s Results: Finished the regular group returning with a passion for Keene and Caite Robinson; Junior their development as the year pro- season 13-4 and then placed third in the sport,” said head coach Jason Taylor Hanson; Sophomores Kaitlyn gresses. We will improve every week the Western Maine Class A champion- Tanguay. “We are working on practic- Seehusen and Lindsay Chapman. and look forward to the challenges that ships and fifth in the Class A State ing smart in terms of pace and effort Coach Comments: The girls put more every week brings in such a competi- championships. so that we can stay healthy and reach time in during the off-season than tive league. Some will be surprised at Captains: Senior Mia Rapolla and junior our potential for the big meets at the ever before, and many key players how good our younger players are, Katie Flanders. end of the season. We return a strong participated on a Junior Olympic team and the potential is very good for the Key Returning Runners: Senior Mia core of last year’s team so we are during the winter,” said head coach years to come. This year’s group is led Rapolla; Juniors Katie Flanders and looking to be one of the top teams in Lisa Curley. “I am hopeful that this by seniors that are not only outstand- Jenny Thuotte; Sophomore Jackson the league. I have been impressed with will translate into a new level of pas- ing people but also players that have a Marshall. the overall fitness of the athletes, and I sion and refined skills. Our strengths ton of heart and determination to leave Coach Comments: “We have several think many of them put in the time and should be serving and ball control, but their legacy on Gorham football.” girls new to cross-country and sev- effort this summer to become more we need to refine our serve receiving, eral that were new last year, so many fit for the cross-country season. The and we need to find bit more depth Boys’ Soccer runners could compete for a spot in athletes will be happy to see positive in our attack game to compete at the Head Coach: Tim King, entering his 11th our top seven,” said head coach Kurt results because of the extra effort.” highest level. During a pre-season year as head coach. Schwanda. “Having an elite runner tourney at Greely, we played strong Last Year’s Results: Regular season like Mia Rapolla helps immensely. Field Hockey in pool play and reached finals before record was 13-1 with a #2 ranking in She should win a lot of regular sea- Head Coach: Becky Manson, entering her losing to Greely in the final set. I saw Western Maine Class A. Lost to Greely son meets and be in the top ten if second year as head coach. exactly what I was hoping for on the during the quarterfinals of the playoffs not the top five in the regional and Last Year’s Results: Finished the regular court—the players did many things Captains: Not elected yet at press time. State meets. We also have three other season with a 12-2 record and ranked well, had great team chemistry, and Returning Starters: Seniors Seth Wing, returning runners in excellent shape third in Western Maine Class A. played their hearts out. Our program is Levi Lurvey and Connor Bell; Juniors with experience in State and regional Defeated Kennebunk in the quarterfi- growing stronger every year.” Kevin Lubelczyk, Jesse Orach and meets. We also have the depth to fill nals and lost to Cheverus in the semifi- Drew Hopkins; Sophomore Connor out our top seven with a competitive nals of the playoffs. Football Reagan. group. We don’t have a ton of experi- Captains: Seniors Maureen Clements and Head Coach: Dave Kilborn, entering his Other Players Expected To Have An ence, and we need to get acclimated Elena Barnes. 12th year as head coach. Impact: Senior Andrew Ernest; Juniors to running in big meets, which can be Returning Starters: Seniors Alyssa Clark, Last Year’s Results: Finished the regular Nate Bucknell and Carter Bowers; a very different experience. Our goal is Elena Barnes, Kelly Devoe, Carson season at 3-5. Sophomores Kyle Curley, Mike to finish in the top half at the regional Harvey and Chelsea Black. Captains: Seniors Joey Lynch, James Lubelczyk and Alex Owens. meet and make it to the State meet.” Coach Comments: “We have great Lewis and Kyle Nielsen. Coach Comments: “Speed and experi- leadership, dedication, and a love for Returning Starters: Seniors Kyle Nielsen, ence should be our strengths while the game,” said head coach Becky Kam Alexander and Stephen Verrill; Manson. “We need to improve our Juniors Kyle Nealey, Joe Jackson and movement on the field, and we’re try- Brad Turnbaugh. Keith Nicely ing to create more pass options. Our Other Key Players: Senior Devon Bertin; Office 207.222.1722 team has set very high expectations Juniors Dom Deluca, Dylan Whitaker, Cell 207.650.2832 individually and as a whole. We are Mason Crocker, Alex Rioux, Nick also focusing on working hard 100 Chabot and Nick Kilborn. [email protected] percent of the time and hope that it Coach Comments: “Our defensive back- results in a successful season.” field should be very strong, but our overall team speed needs to increase

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Fresh Air from Page 4 Soccer Reunion had behavioral issues. Fortunately they were able to reach out for support from Fresh Air Fund representatives. Jane said it is important to go into the program with an open mind. “It’s a commitment and you need to remain open to whatever happens.” The Fresh Air Fund covers the cost to transport the children from the city to their destination, as well as unex- pected medical expenses. However, the host family is responsible for the cost of food and any recreational activ- ity fees incurred. This year all Fresh Air children and their host families visited Aquaboggan, which covered entrance fees for everyone involved. Fresh Air kids Brendon and Elijah have returned to their city homes with albums filled with photos of their many Photo credit John Zarrilli Maine adventures, in hopes that they Six former GHS girls soccer players will share with their friends and family from the State championship teams of what life is like outside the city. 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 reunited this There is a need for additional fami- summer to play for The Vogels, a team lies to host Fresh Air Fund children. that finished the season undefeated in “There are still lots of children left the Portland Women’s Soccer League. behind in the program because there aren’t enough families to host,” said Pictured from left to right are Anna Washburn. Willis (Class of 2006), Caitlyn Butterfield For more information about the (2007), Katie Zarrilli (2008), Caitlin Fresh Air Fund, please visit www. Caldwell (2009), Aimee St. Germain Freshair.org or call Deb Washburn at (2009) and Kristi Zarrilli (2010). 893-0707.

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LifeChurch of Gorham, Rite Aid Pharmacy, and WMSJ radio hosted a car wash fundraiser on July 31 behind Rite Aid Pharmacy in Gorham and washed over 100 cars. Another free car wash at the same location will be held on Saturday, Sept. 18 from noon to 2 p.m. Come have your car washed for free! L-R: Pastor Brian Undlin from LifeChurch and RiteAid David West (GHS ‘03) received a Juris Demetria Chadbourne, a Greater Portland manager Gary DiPierro. Doctor Degree from the University of Realtor and owner of Demetria’s Team – Maine School of Law. West, a 2007 gradu- The Real Estate Group in Gorham, was a ate of Ithaca College, is the son of Harry featured speaker at the Harvard Women’s Rimkunas will kick off the evening fol- raised will be put toward scholarships for and Bonnie West of Gorham. Leadership Conference at Harvard lowed by various presenters from around Gorham High School’s graduating seniors. University on August 20. Chadbourne was the state sharing their knowledge of The cost to sponsor a team is $325.00 invited to address an audience of Harvard interesting places to visit and things to do (five players). Following the Scramble, a students and faculty members about build- with children. Topics will include places to banquet and awards ceremony will be held ing a career in pursuit of one’s passions. hike, swim, and explore as well as ways at Wassamki Springs Camp Ground with a milestones Chadbourne told her audience that she is a to get your children involved through free meal for all golfers. FMI contact Ken proud graduate of the University of Maine volunteering and wildlife conservation. Fickett at 839-6762 or kfickett@gorham. Ashley Norton (GHS ‘06) daughter of and invited them to spend their lives and FMI, visit gorham.maineadulted.org or call me.us. Wayne and Kelley Norton, graduated careers uncovering their true passions. 222-1095. from Wentworth Institute of Technology The Gorham Historical Society will in Boston, with a Bachelor of Science St. Anne’s Catholic Church Youth open its 2010-2011 season on Monday, Degree in Interior Design. Ministry Program begins Saturday, Sept. September 13 with Maurice Whitten An Evening with Birdie Googins, aka: 11 for grades six to 12. Program includes presenting a program on “Those Antique Meghan Norton (GHS ‘07) daughter The Marden’s Lady, Saturday, Sept. 18, faith sharing, community service, social & Cars”. Dues will be collected, but are of Wayne and Kelley Norton, interned 7 p.m., Bailey/Silcox Hall, Gorham Middle recreational events. Sunday School class- not required to attend. Meetings start this summer at the Boston office of School. Tickets $8 advance/$10 at door/ es begin for children 4 years old through at 7 p.m. in the Community Room at PricewaterhouseCoopers, which extended under 12 free. Sponsored by Gorham fifth grade on Sunday, Sept. 12 at 9 a.m. the Gorham Savings Bank’s Business a job offer contingent upon completion of Lions Club and Gorham Rec. Dept. FMI, with family breakfast. FMI, 839-4857. Center on Route 202. Refreshments her Master’s Degree at Bentley University. 839-6569. will be served. Everyone is welcome. The Third Annual Pies, Produce and Subsequent meetings will be held on the of interest The White Rock Free Baptist Church, Plants Sale is being held September 18th second of Monday of each month in the 300 Sebago Lake Road, Gorham, will from 9 a.m.-noon at the Baxter Memorial same location. host a free concert on Saturday, Sept. Library Grounds located at 71 South Street, The Gorham Woman’s Club will begin a 18 at 6:30 p.m. David & Diane Benson Gorham. The sale is co-sponsored by the new season of community service begin- from Andover, NH will present a variety Gorham Garden Club and Friends of Baxter close to home ning Thursday, Sept. 9 at 12:30 p.m. in of musical styles, from hymns to contem- Memorial Library. For more information the Fellowship Hall at First Parish Church. The Little Meetinghouse in Windham, porary music. Donations accepted. FMI, please contact Sherrie at 839-8398. The GWC is open to all who wish to be 721 Roosevelt Trail, will present a two-day visit www.wrfbc.org. active in their community and enjoy a The Gorham Public Safety Department’s Quilt Exhibit featuring antique family quilts social afternoon with others interested in and over 75 quilts made by Jeanne Wright A free workshop for adults and children 21st Annual Gorham Gun’s N Hoses’ Golf serving the town. Scholarships for high on Sept. 10 & 11 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $3 titled “Children Need Wild Places,” will Scramble fundraiser will be held at the school students is a priority function of donation. FMI, 892-2809. be held on Thursday, Sept. 23 from 5:30- Gorham Country Club on September 9 at 8 the group. GWC State President Suzanne 8:30 p.m. at Gorham Middle School. Allie a.m (rain date: September 10). The money Raymond will address state and federal affiliations of the club. Everyone is wel- come! Hostesses this month are Nancy Taber, Barbara Craig, and Faye Lakeman. FMI, 839-6375. 2,033 Miles by Bicycle Kathy and Kevin Jenkins, formerly of Gorham The children’s programs at North and now living in Tennessee, traveled 2,033 Gorham Public Library will get under- way in September with ‘Babies in the miles by bicycle from Memphis to Maine end- Library’ on Wednesdays from 10-11 a.m. ing their 35th day in Gorham on July 13. Their for ages 0 -3 yrs., and ‘Story Hour’ on journal, which can be viewed at www.crazy- Thursdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. for ages guyonabike.com/doc/MephistoMaine, gives 3-5 yrs. Library hours are Mondays and readers a great understanding of the journey Thursdays 3-5:30 p.m., Wednesdays 6-8 through the Underground Railroad route, the p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m.-1 p.m. FMI, Erie Canal route, and the route across the New 892-2575. England mountain ranges. Along the way Kathy There will be a public supper at the and Kevin experienced many flat tires, met West Gorham Union Church (190 many wonderful people, gained lots of muscle Ossipee Trail), on Saturday Sept. 4 from strength and had the experience of a lifetime. 5-6 p.m. Tickets go on sale at 4 p.m. Kevin is a former math teacher as well as a $7/$3 under 12. FMI, 839-4208. basketball and cross-country coach at GHS who retired in 2008. Read more about their trip in First Parish Church on Rt. 114 in the September 17 issue of the Gorham Times. Gorham will host a Chicken Pie Dinner on Saturday, Sept. 11 from 5-6:30 p.m. Photo credit Cathie Bunk $9/$5 under 12. FMI, 839-6751. September 3, 2010 | Gorham Times | 13 Vacation Bible Schools

Photo credit Meg Kusturin During the week of June 28, children at St. Anne Church’s Baobob Blast-themed vacation Bible school collected and donated over $70 to assist a parish school in Haiti.

In addition to their mission project, children also experienced religion through storytell- Photo credit Barbara Douglas ing, music, science, outdoor activities, crafts and snacks. Pictured from left to right are the camp counselors who volunteered their time: Joseph Fisette, Beth Kusturin, Children at Cressy Road United Methodist Church’s Vacation Bible School made and Margaret Towle, Sarah Terrano, Lily Towle and Katie Kusturin. donated 17 “God Loves Me” blankets to the Root Cellar in Portland. Pictured at work on the blanket are: Patrick Bishop, Daniel Bachner, Julia Downey, Stefanie Meacham, Celia Begonia and Eva Mishkin. The children also went on a High Seas Expedition during the week of June 21 where they learned about religion through songs, games, crafts, and Fun Evening of Great Music, snacks. Throughout the week they were also encouraged to bring in items including small toys, toothbrushes, and school supplies to fill shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child, a ministry managed by Samaritan’s Purse, which brings hope to disadvantaged Fabulous Food, Live and children around the world. Silent Auctions to Support

New Year Gorham Virginia Wilder Cross he committee to organize New more than $300.” Schoolhouse Arts Center presents Year Gorham 2010 has announced There is no admission fee and Tits second annual fundraising participants will be treated to music auction to be held Saturday evening featuring Matthew Esty (formerly with September 18 at the Odd Fellows “Rustic Overtones”) and refreshments Building on the corner of School St. and cash bar prepared by Thatcher’s and College Ave. Restaurant. The silent auction will run Night Sky “We hope to raise enough money from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at which time the to keep the New Year’s Eve admission high bidders will be awarded their Written by Susan Yankowitz cost at $5 for individuals and $20 for items. The live auction will begin at families,” said Alice Grover, co-chair 8:30 p.m. and run until all the items Directed by Jerry Walker of the event. “To do exactly that, we are sold. have gathered an extraordinary amount New Year Gorham is a community- of contributions for this year’s auc- wide and alcohol-free family event to tion and to make the event even more welcome the New Year with a celebra- September 17-26 exciting, auctioneer Sam Smith will add tion of performing arts. You will find a live bidding feature to our auction.” an updated list of auction items on its Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. “Bidders will be surprised by the website: www.newyeargorham.org. If Sundays at 2:00 p.m. high value items we have to offer,” said you wish to contribute an item for the Bruce Roullard, who shares the chair- auction or have questions about the When she is hit by a car, the brilliant and articulate astronomer Anna manship with Alice Grover. “In addi- event, please contact Bruce Roullard: loses her ability to speak, a condition known as aphasia. What emerges tion to a flat screen television, we have 671-1679 or Alice Grover: 650-8187. from her mouth is a hodge-podge of unconnected words alternately con- several items valued at more than $350 fusing, funny, original and wise—and sometimes all four. In a series of and many others valued from $100 to brief, often comic episodes, the play follows Anna through her illness and ultimate acceptance of herself—a personal triumph, despite a con- tinuing infirmity—and dramatizes the impact of her changed circum- stances on her lover, her teen-aged daughter, and her professional life.

Everyone will be touched by the themes this play considers—language, 2nd fl Thriftiques Shop inner and outer space, the challenges of a devastating affliction, the con- Vintage Finds & Repurposed Treasures solation and ordeals of family life and, most of all, the universal hunger and need for communication. 2nd floor, 8 School Street “A moving and poetic experience. Like the sky, it is a play of seemingly (above former Sierra’s) infinite depth” Los Angeles Times Hours: Wed & Fri. 10–5, Thur 10–7 Sat 10–4 or by appointment. $12 for Students & Seniors / $15 for Adults Consignments welcomed, Call 642-3743 for reservations or buy tickets please contact Sherrie at 839-8147 on-line at www.schoolhousearts.org or [email protected] Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. New York City 14 | Gorham Times | September 3, 2010 the USM’s Compost Sherrie Fontaine

Fido, Fetch! Ridge View Lane caller reported their dog came home with an alligator head. Caller was unsure where it came from and what to do with it. It was a trophy head and was discarded.

Caller reported suspicious activity in the Evergreen Drive caller reported a Main Street area. Subject fell asleep at neighbor was threatening caller and the ATM waiting for their money. had possibly jammed fish under caller’s porch, egged caller’s vehicle, and sprayed Caller reported a suspicious vehicle Photo courtesy of University of Southern Maine, Grounds and Grounds Department vehicle with fish juice. Caller was advised behind Dunkin Donuts. Subject was to obtain a protection from harassment The concrete forms, originally constructed to hold salt and sand, are being filled with organic relieving himself. order. waste to be made into rich compost. Lawn Avenue caller reported an animal Caller reported receiving a telephone call ompost as a noun refers to it is a soil amendment for enriching in distress in the woods. Animal sounded decayed plant matter; as a verb it and improving the health of the lawns, from a subject who stated that caller’s like a cross between a dog and a duck. daughter went over and kicked subject’s Cmeans to convert organic matter it acts as top dressings for the con- Another neighbor said it was a dog and to compost. For Jeff McKay, assistant tainer gardens and greenhouse plants, dog. Subject continued to rant and when that’s how it normally sounded. director for the University of Southern and it is packed down to create walk- he was done, a recording came on saying Maine’s Grounds and Grounds Services ways through the Gorham Campus South Street caller reported a male sub- caller had been phone pranked. Department, compost is part of the Arboretum. ject went into the building, sat in a chair, job. McKay oversees the collection of In addition to not having to pur- Gray Road caller reported suspicious but wasn’t doing any laundry. Subject activity. Subjects were looking for an plant matter and pre-consumer waste chase commercial compost, USM was watching basketball game. such as vegetable peelings and cof- eliminated tipping fees (fees paid to iPod. fee grounds from the dining centers, the landfills) and are saving in fuel and Davis Annex caller reported continual Gray Road caller reported that their which are made into compost and manpower previously required for yelling and a ruckus coming from the teenage neighbors were harassing them utilized in various applications on the offsite removal. Even more important neighbor’s house. The person was yelling by calling them white trash and mooning University grounds. His expertise in than the monetary savings are all the “somebody help me”. Officer investigated them. composting was acquired through the environmentally “green” reasons for and learned that someone was trying Maine Compost School (MCS) offered reducing matter going to our landfills. to move a piece of furniture alone, but Main Street caller advised that four by the University of Maine Cooperative Additionally, the school benefits from needed help. males in a van went though the drive Extension. The objective of the MCS creating a sustainable landscape. It is though and caused a disturbance by is to provide the necessary training interesting to note that the University’s Plummer Road caller reported there was swearing at the workers. for those interested in and/or involved compost is of such high quality that it a cow in the middle of the road, running with medium and large scale compost- would command an impressive price away from the farm. A female subject was New Portland Road caller reported that ing operations. and income to the University if com- spoken to, and she said she would send their son’s girlfriend was outside yelling, It takes a large composting facility mercially marketed. her husband out to locate the animal. screaming, and swearing and requested to contain and efficiently handle the USM’s composting facility is a model Cow was not located. that an officer take subject’s sweater to daily-accumulated plant and food waste of efficiency, one that will soon be in her so as not to escalate the problem. generated by the University. The facil- full force with the upcoming collection Gray Road caller reported that an ity is located behind the lower soccer of autumn leaves along with the return employee went ballistic throwing soda Fort Hill Road caller advised that a fisher field on the Gorham campus. McKay of students which will increase the inside the store . attacked a chicken in their yard. was fortunate that a predecessor of his food scraps from the dining centers. job previously installed concrete forms Jeff McKay and his staff are ready. Hemlock Drive caller reported that she Caller reported a male lying on the side to serve as a holding area for salt and For those interested in learning and her sister had gotten into a fight and of New Portland Road. Caller asked him dirt used in winter maintenance. With about large scale composting, grants sister had thrown glass items at her and if he was ok, he stated “yup” and then his each contained area measuring 20 by are available for the Maine Compost threatened to slit her throat. head fell down again. 20 feet, these concrete forms create School. Please see www.composting. the perfect compost bins. The first org. For the individual homeowner, Continued on Next Page bin holds the initial collection of plant composting bins may be purchased matter. Each adjacent bin is used for through the Gorham Public Works the next steps in the composting and department. Please contact 892-9062, screening process, until the final dark Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. and nutrient rich compost is achieved. to 3:30 p.m. FREE The compost serves several purposes: SUNGLASSES

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from Previous Page Blotter WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 8 THURSDAY, SEPT. 16 Newell St. caller reported a vehicle soon after, a male called the store to • North Gorham Public Library, Babies in • Kiwanis Club Lunch Meeting, Noon-1 backed up to the front door of a resi- advise they were going to be robbed that the Library, ages 0-3 yrs, 10-11 a.m. p.m., Pinecrest Bed & Breakfast. FMI, dence. Subject was bringing groceries evening. FMI, 892-2575. 839-8944. into the house. • Baby & Me, birth-18 mos., 9:30 a.m., State Street caller reported that their THURSDAY, SEPT. 9 Baxter Library. FMI, 839-5031. Gray Road caller reported someone had daughter had found a baby bird near the • Baby & Me, birth-18 mos., 9:30 a.m., cut the phone lines and tried to break in wooden stairs on the side of the building • Toddler Time, ages 18-36 mos., 10 Baxter Library. FMI, 839-5031. through the back door sometime during across from Amato’s. Caller stated the a.m., Baxter Library. FMI, 839-5031. the night. bird was in a small takeout bowl. Officer • Toddler Time, ages 18-36 mos., 10 spoke with David Sparks who stated he a.m., Baxter Library. FMI, 839-5031. State Street caller reported there was a would take care of the bird. • North Gorham Public Library, Story deer in woods and was concerned that it needed food and water. Mosher Road caller reported that their sibling was A local doctor’s office reported receiv- trying to ing an anonymous letter from someone drown their identifying patients who were using drugs father in the illegally. pool. Caller Reliable Service at Affordable Rates Caller stated that a pick up truck spilled was not on • Mowing a couple coolers full of liquor onto scene, but • Spring Clean-up Justin Hayden County Road and then took off. the grand- • Trimming & Pruning daughter • Shrub Removal/Planting 207-712-5554 Gray Road caller reported a male subject was. • Edging & Mulching came into the store to ask for the Mini • Dump Runs Mart’s phone number. Subject left and • General Labor CommercialCommercial & ResidentialResidential FullyFully InsuredInsured

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