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Volume 20 number 24 Gorham, Maine december 18, 2014 —founded 1736—

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Linda Sanborn There is a global talent pool that and tested strategy that is proven to Thursday to more than 100 pick-up sites Maine can and should tap into. People lead to long-term success. According throughout Gorham. With a new session just around the travel from all over the world to earn to University of California Economist —— corner, we in the Legislature are busy their education in Maine. These are Enrico Moretti, employing a recent News [email protected] [email protected] developing a strategy to tackle the ambitious, motivated people with the college graduate eventually creates Sports Features [email protected] skills businesses and entrepreneurs are five additional jobs in that city. Young issues that most affect the wellbeing of Of Interest [email protected] Maine and Maine people. Educational looking for in their workers. What are talent is the future of any economy. Calendar item [email protected] forums and meetings gathered industry we doing to keep them here? Without it, Maine will continue to Advertising gorhamtimesadvertising@ experts and lawmakers to discuss some A person’s decision to join a local struggle to grow and develop. gmail.com or 839-8390 potential priorities for next year. workforce is influenced by more Maine’s demographic future is the School News [email protected] One major theme throughout these than just the job market in that state. writing on the wall. We must start mak- —— forums was that, with an aging popula- Affordable housing and amenities are a ing the investments needed to not only Subscriptions tion and little to no population growth huge factor that, unfortunately, scares heal the economy from the effects of $15/year in Gorham; $20/year elsewhere $10/year for college subscription in Maine, employment and income many away from taking root in Maine. the Great Recession, but also to pre- —— That’s why investing in development pare it for a prosperous future ahead. growth will be stagnant going forward. General Manager Maynard Charron Today, 21 percent of Mainers are projects and keeping property taxes During the coming months, I look Editor Karen DiDonato age 60 or above. By 2030, that num- low must remain at the top of our pri- forward to working with fellow law- Business Manager Stacy Sallinen ber will have risen to more than 25 ority list going forward. makers to address some of these con- Advertiser Coordinator DaraLyn McColl percent. What this means is that, in Many young workers already have cerns. Some approaches may be small Design/Production Shirley Douglas the coming decades, more people will the skills they need to be an effective and focused, others comprehensive Police Beat Sheri Faber enter retirement while fewer enter the part of our workforce, but employ- and broad. Regardless, this is some- Staff Writers Jacob Adams, Corinne Altham, job market, resulting in a workforce ers are unable to hire them as their thing we cannot drag our feet on. Tara Benson, Leanne Cooper, Roger Marchand, Noah Miner, Krista Nadeau, gap in the state. Even if every child certification and training may be from Now is the time to act. Robin Somes, Pam Tordoff outside the United States. Making sure born in Maine were to stay and work Features Chris Crawford here, we would still have a shortage of that no business has to compromise (207) 939-2879 Photographers Nicole Bergeron, Agnes Fuller, workers. who it hires due to outdated and (800) 423-2900 Amanda Landry, Rich Obrey It’s imperative that we attract young flawed policy will also be an important replinda.sanborn@ Public Service Jackie Francis and talented people to Maine. We part in gaining and retaining those egislature.maine.gov Sports Jeff Pike must not only encourage them to get workers. School News Andrea Morrell an education here but also to stay and The economic development policy Webmaster Judi Jones work here. of attracting young talent is a tried Distribution Coordinator Russ Frank Distribution Jason Beever, Jim Boyko, Janice Boyko, Scott Burnheimer, Steve Caldwell, Chris Crawford, Becky Curtis, Janie Farr, Russ Town Manager David Cole issued 15-year service pins to three people: GOCAT Studio Manager Frank, Bob Mulkern, Jeff Pike, John Richard, around town Georgia Humphrey, Deputy Fire Chief Kenny Fickett, and Firefighter/EMT Daleleen Leighton. David Willis Interns Avery Arena, Megan Bennett, Emily Lewis, Matilda McColl, Julie Pike

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2 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | December 18, 2014 WHERE ARE THEY NOW Gorham Grad Turned Dentist: Kyra Chadbourne By Jackie Francis Staff Writer

Dr. Kyra Chadbourne has always known she wanted to be a dentist. Well, in truth, Chadbourne admits she was thirteen years old when she made that commitment. Veterinary medicine was intriguing too, but when local veterinar- ian Burleigh Loveitt operated on a teddy bear in her second grade classroom, Chadbourne almost fainted. A dental career appeared more reasonable. While still in high school, Chadbourne had the opportunity to work for Dr. Ron Photo courtesy of Kyra Chadbourne Seekins, her family dentist. “He gave me a real taste of what it was like being a has been installed for wheelchair-bound practicing dentist, allowing me to be a patients as well as a bathroom with dis- full-fledged dental assistant.” And later ability access. A flat screen television while in college, Chadbourne worked for hangs on the freshly painted sage walls of Dr. Russell Collette, an oral surgeon. “I the waiting room with new gray carpet- saw a lot more blood ing, recessed lighting being his assistant,” and large, sunny quips Chadbourne, “My goal and the goal of our light-filtering win- “but before spend- dows. A fireplace, ing all that time and enthusiastic team, is to work freshly painted money on school, I white, glows with wanted to be sure with you to create a positive lighted candles this was a career I experience every time you visit!” giving the room really wanted.” Both the calming effect doctors were great patients appreci- role models for her, ate. Panoramic says Chadbourne, “because they really digital x-ray technology delivers fast and loved their jobs.” accurate images that are transferred to A 2000 graduate of Gorham High a flat-screen television for both doctor School, Chadbourne earned her under- and patient to examine, or, if preferred, graduate degree from Yale, a Doctorate in patients may watch television while hav- Dentistry from the University of Buffalo as ing work done on their teeth! well an extra year of Advanced Education Falmouth Dentistry hopes you’ll notice in General Dentistry. Since 2009, she has the friendly and inviting atmosphere the worked for Community Dental, a health minute you walk in the door. “My goal,” center providing accessible and afford- says Chadbourne, “and the goal of our able oral health care to Maine people in enthusiastic team, is to work with you to geographically underserved areas. create a positive experience every time Happily for Chadbourne, the idea of you visit!” owning her own practice in Falmouth was almost foreseen. “I always knew I Dr. Kyra Chadbourne, DDS wanted to be in the Greater Portland Falmouth Dentistry area. I wanted to be part of the com- 78 Leighton Road, Falmouth, ME 04105 munity that has always been so good www.falmouthdentistry.com to me.” Only 20 minutes from Gorham, (207) 878-8600 Chadbourne wanted to be in an area Open Monday through Friday and Saturday where people understood the importance mornings and evenings by appointment. of aesthetics. As a child she understood firsthand what it was like to be insecure about her smile. “As corny as it sounds, it really was the motivation for me to become a dentist,” says Chadbourne, recounting her own years with troublesome teeth. “And more than that, dentistry fits with my personality. I get to interact with people on a daily basis and problem solve which fits perfectly with my liking math and science.” From regular cleanings and examina- tions to advanced restorative treatments, Chadbourne does bonding, crowns, bridgework, dental implants, fillings, oral cancer screenings, orthodontic treatments, periodontal (gum) disease therapy, porcelain veneers, root canals, teeth whitening and sealants. “I’m very gentle and I want to make [going to the dentist] a comfortable experience,” explains Chadbourne, who admits she is a perfectionist too. Being a stickler for perfection is appar- ent in the state-of-the-art facility located at 78 Leighton Road in Falmouth. After a year’s worth of renovations, Falmouth Dentistry is welcoming new patients and encourages them to explore their website and visit the office. A lift-elevator

December 18, 2014 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 3 HEALTHY LIVING Driver Indicted Continued from Page 1 a second vehicle driving in front of The Skinny on Fats Tucker told police they had pulled over because Tucker was driving so By Dr. Joseph M. Kerwin declined over 20% and butter consump- chicken, goose and duck fat. Other fast they were afraid of being hit. tion decreased greatly as the incidence healthy animal sources include fish liver Tucker’s car rolled over and landed The holiday season is a wonderful of heart disease continued to climb. oils such as cod liver oil and organic pas- on the passenger side where both time for family gatherings, workplace What did increase during this period tured egg yolks. Animal sources should Denis and Morey were sitting. parties, shopping excursions and was the consumption of margarine, always be grass fed, hormone free and A blood test taken two hours holiday treats. As we indulge in holiday shortening and refined oils. Americans non-GMO. Plant sources of healthy fats after the crash showed Morey with festivities, there is the ever-present pos- had a 400% increase in refined oils and are the tropical oils of coconut and palm a blood alcohol count of .07, just sibility of gaining that extra 10 pounds a 60% increase in sugar and processed oil, olive oil, olives and avocados. below the legal limit of .08 for OUI. that plague us every year. We tell our- foods in their diet during this time and What are the bad fats? All hydrogenat- Tucker also had multiple drugs selves to be extra careful to choose obesity rates increased over 200%. ed or partially hydrogenated fats (trans including Valium and anti-depres- low fat options when available. But We need to reconsider the satu- fats), which include margarine and short- sants in her system. Tucker told you could very well be sabotaging your rated fat issue. Breast milk contains ening. Processed foods are filled with police she had consumed one beer health with this type of thinking. butyric, caproic, caprylic, capric, lauric, these unhealthy fats and should not be and a shot of whiskey but dozens of “Fat is bad” has been the rallying myristic, palmitic and stearic acids--all part of a healthy diet. Avoid industrially small “nip” bottles of a drink called cry for those who want to lose weight saturated fats. Over 50% percent of processed vegetable oils, especially soy, Fireball as well as empty and full since Nathan Pritikin first introduced the calories from mother’s milk are fat. safflower, corn, cottonseed and canola. beers were found at the crash scene. the approach in the 1950’s. He advocat- Saturated fat is an essential source of The process of extracting these oils uses Following the crash, Tucker was ed a no-fat diet high in carbohydrates. nourishment that ensures growth and high heat that damages the fatty acid out of work for six weeks. She The “lipid hypothesis,” stating that a development of infants and children. molecules. Artificial colors and flavors checked herself into Spring Harbor, direct relationship existed between the It is especially crucial for the healthy are added to make margarine resemble a residential mental health facility, amount of saturated fat in the diet and development of the brain. real butter. Read the label and avoid the and sought outpatient therapy as the incidence of coronary heart disease, Your diet should be at least 50% oils that say refined, hydrogenated or well. Her two surviving children are proposed by Ancel Keys at about the healthy fat and some authors even sug- cold pressed. Look for organic, cold pro- staying with their father’s family. same time, continued the fat phobia. gest up to 70%. Healthy fats provide cessed, expeller pressed, unrefined or Assistant District Attorney Angela The famous multi-year Framingham building blocks for cell membranes extra virgin process. Cannon told the court that Tucker’s Heart Study, began in 1948, continued and hormones and they act as carriers As you enjoy holiday parties and fes- sister had posted pictures on the fat-is-bad thinking. We were advised for fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. tivities, remember that low fat, fat free, Facebook titled “A Last Hurrah” that to reduce our intake of fats, particularly Healthy fats are also needed for mineral light and reduced fat foods spell trouble. were taken at a party Tucker attend- saturated fats from animal sources. absorption and may have a preventa- Increase the good fats this holiday sea- ed where people were drinking. In the 1950’s, heart disease was the tive effect on cancer and Alzheimer’s. son and decrease the sugars, bread, soda Judge Mills increased bail to leading cause of death in America, and According to researcher Dr. Weston and alcohol and you will begin the New $20,000 after citing a 2002 OUI con- it continues to have a very high death Price, it is possible to starve for miner- Year without that extra ten pounds. viction and concerns about Tucker’s rate today. If heart disease is caused als that are abundant in the foods you substance abuse. Manslaughter by consumption of saturated fats, we eat because they cannot be utilized charges carry a sentence of up to 30 would expect to find a corresponding without an adequate quantity of fat- Dr. Kerwin is a chiropractor and nutrition- years and a $50,000 fine. Criminal increase in animal fat in the American soluble activators. ist who has been practicing and living in OUI charges are punishable by up to diet. However during the 60 year What are the good fats? Animal Gorham with his wife and three daughters 10 years in prison. period from 1910 to 1970, the percent- sources of healthy fats are butter, beef for 22 years. age of animal fat in the American diet tallow, lamb tallow, lard (pork fat),

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4 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | December 18, 2014 MUNICIPAL DECEMBER 2, 2014 Clerk’s Corner

Town Council Report By Jennifer Elliott Fund is available to which anyone (busi- ness or private residents) can donate. By Robin Somes Roullard, Shonn Moulton, Benjamin All funds received go directly to people Staff Writer Hartwell, Ron Shepard), which Dog license renewals are due January who need assistance with heating fuel would have authorized the Town 1 of each year. If you no longer own your throughout the heating season. Make a In a follow-up to last month’s meet- Manager to list a tax-acquired prop- previously licensed dog please call the difference in the life of a family in your ing that represented a new term after erty located on Deering Road with a Clerk’s Office to have your dog removed community by donating. November’s election, Ron Shepard was real estate broker. from the unlicensed dog list. Giving or From all of us at the Clerk’s sworn in to the Town Council, an action In other actions, the Council voted: getting a new dog during the holidays? Office, we want to wish you a that had been delayed due to obliga- • To refer a request from Barry Remember, a new dog must be licensed happy holiday season and a happy tions related to his recent retirement King to rezone two separate prop- when it is six months of age. A neutered and safe new year. from the Gorham Police Department. erties on County Road in South or spayed dog license is $6 and an unal- After an official swearing-in, the Council Gorham into Contract Zones to the tered dog license is $11. Dog licenses can voted him to serve on the Finance and Planning Board. (5-2; Councilors be purchased in the Town Office or from Jennifer Elliott can Appointments/Personnel committees. Sherrie Benner and Hartwell) the town’s website, www.gorham-me.org be reached by The Council’s unanimous vote of 7-0 • To refer a request from Still looking for holiday gifts? e-mail at jelliott@ to authorize issuing the general obliga- Christopher Brassbridge to rezone Hunting and fishing licenses are always gorham.me.us or by tion bonds and notes at an amount of his property at 25 County Road into popular. The 2015 licenses are now $4,990,000 represented a significant step a Contract Zone to the Planning available. We also have snowmobile phone at 222-1674. towards realizing the project to reno- Board. (5-2; Councilors Benner and registration stickers. vate, upgrade, expand and equip the Hartwell) Want to pay it forward for the new existing Public Safety Building located at • To appropriate $249,000 in year? The Gorham Heating Assistance 270 Main Street. Recreation Impact Fees to construct A meeting item to establish a reserve a multi-purpose athletic field at the account for the repair of a large culvert Little Falls Recreation Area. (7-0) on Buck Street and appropriate $45,614 • To refer a proposal to amend the Sex Offenders received from ecoMaine as a dividend Land Use and Development Code to per- Ronald Meserve, 68, is a convict- into this account failed unanimously mit the sale of industrial products within ed sex offender who was convicted with a 0-7 vote. areas designated as Industrial Zones. (7-0) of four counts of possessing sexu- Another item failed with a 2-5 vote Complete minutes are available on the ally explicit material. He is currently (Councilors Michael Phinney, Bruce town’s website at www.gorham-me.org. living at 3 Dana Street in Gorham.

Eric Stephenson Cadieum, 38, is a convicted sex offender who was Correction to Grondin’s Industrial Park off Mosher convicted of one count of sexual Road. While Helical Solutions is always assault on an adult and one count In the December 14 edition of the planning ahead to accommodate their Photos courtesy of the Gorham Police Department of possession of child sexual abuse Gorham Times, we reported that Helical growth, they are considering a land Ronald Meserve Eric Stephenson images. He is currently living at 44 Solutions, 29 Sanford Drive, is relocating acquisition for future expansion. Tink Drive in Gorham. Cadieum

December 18, 2014 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 5 MUNICIPAL SPORTS Grand Jury Indictments Four GHS Juniors Earn All- The Grand Jury returned the follow- Patricia Sandberg, 35, of Gorham ing indictments in December: was indicted on charges of burglary, Robert Falkner, 26, of Gorham was theft and three counts of possession of State Recognition indicted for possessions of scheduled scheduled drugs on charges brought drugs on charges brought by MDEA by Portland Police Department. and Portland Police Department. Candice Tucker, 35, of Gorham Andrew Foss, 27, of Gorham was was indicted on two charges of indicted on charges of burglary and aggravated criminal OUI and two theft on charges brought by Gorham counts of manslaughter on charg- Police Department. es brought by Bridgton Police Kathryn Peters, 40, of Gorham Department. was indicted on charges of theft (pri- Paul Tukey, 21, of Gorham was ors), possession of burglary tools and indicted on charges of burglary two counts of violating conditions of a motor vehicle and theft on of release on charges brought by charges brought by Falmouth Police Scarborough Police Department. Department. Courtesy Photos Four GHS student-athletes were named to the Maine Sunday Telegram All-State Team in their respective sports for their superb performances during the fall athletic season. Pic- tured above from left to right are Cady Houghton (girls’ soccer), Trent Basingthwaite (boys’ soccer), Cody Elliot (boys’ soccer) and Jesse Southard (boys’ cross country). Houghton was Past GHS Fall Sports a stalwart on defense, often matching up against the opponent’s top scorers, and also man- aged to score two goals from her defender position. Basingthwaite, a goalkeeper, shutout opponents eight times and while allowing only six goals in 14 regular season games. Elliot State Champions scored nine goals and handed out six assists from his midfielder position while Southard placed sixth in the Western Maine Class A Championship race and 98th in the New England Compiled By Emily Lewis, GHS Intern Cross Country Championships.

Boys’ Soccer: 1970, 1971, 1972, 1977, 1978, 1980, 1981 Boys’ Cross Country: 1960, 1962, 1963, 1970, 1971 GHS Winter Sports Captains Field Hockey: 1982, 1983, 1984, 1999 and Coaches Comments Girls’ Soccer: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 Golf: 1998, 2010, 2012 By Jeff Pike and creates the same chemistry it did a Sports Editor year ago, we could be in contention for another Western Maine title.” Girls’ Basketball: At press time, the team’s record stood at 2-1 after opening Boys’ Basketball: Seniors Nick Thibeault the season with wins over Marshwood and Tyler Bernaiche captain this year’s and Biddeford. The captains are seniors squad, which at press time was 2-0 Abby Hamilton and Aliza Jordan. “We after opening the season with wins over expect an up-tempo defensive team that Marshwood and Biddeford. “We will look turns defensive stops into points,” said to build upon a playoff appearance last Happy Holidays head coach Laughn Berthiaume. “We year,” said head coach Mark Karter. “We like to run and play fast, so we should have depth that we will utilize in playing from be enjoyable to watch. We also have a an up-tempo style. The conference looks number of skilled guards who will pen- to be competitive, with many teams in the etrate and kick out to teammates for hunt to secure playoff positions. We have open shots.” to learn to finish games to be success- Chiropractic Clinic of Gorham ful, but the players are working extremely Girls’ Hockey: The Gorham/Bonny hard and have great attitudes. Hopefully Eagle squad’s record was 2-4 at press things come together for a fun and and Wishing You time, including wins over Biddeford and rewarding season.” Portland/Deering. Seniors Charlotte Smith, Meghan Demers and Mackenzie Swim: Timmer Sposato captains the Health and Happiness Collins were elected as captains. “Our boys’ team, which started the sea- goal is to once again make the postsea- son 0-2, while Blanca Monsen and son with a focus on advancing beyond Alicia Robins captain the girls’ team, in 2015! the first round,” said head coach Nat which started out 1-1. Morgan Dorsey Germond. “We have the potential to enters her first year as the head coach achieve a .500 or better record, but a lot of both teams after coaching as an will depend on the performance of our assistant for the past two years at defense.” Portland High School. Her portfolio also includes swimming for Clark University Boys’ Hockey: Seniors Jordan Ward, in Massachusetts after competing for Matt Hooker and Andrew Schmidt Hebron Academy in Maine. “I love the lead the way for the Rams as captains, sport and working with high school and the team was 1-1 at press time. As kids,” Dorsey said. “Gorham is a great the defending Western Maine Class B program to come into with solid sup- Champion, head coach Jon Portwine port from the parents. We have a lot of expects the team to be near the top experienced swimmers as well as a lot again this year. “Graduation claimed five of swimmers that are new to the sport. of our six starters, but there is a solid They are coming together to form a solid group of returning players that will keep team, and I’m excited to see what they the team in contention,” Portwine said. can do this season.” “There will be some new faces, but four lettermen return on defense, which Look for coverage of boys’ and girls’ should be a strength for the team. We indoor track as well as boys’ and girls’ 88 State St. need to work out early who’s on our new skiing in the next issue of the Gorham lines on offense, but if the offense gels Times.

6 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | December 18, 2014 Sport Created by Gorham Boy Makes In the Zone Lindsey Thomsen (GHS ‘13), a sophomore swimmer at the University of New England News in Estonia in Biddeford, was named the university’s Athlete of the Month for November. Thomsen By Griffin Germond dle, between the foul lines, and defends helped the women’s swim team to a 3-1 Gorham High School Intern the center ball, which is worth one record last month by winning seven indi- point when hit with the game ball. vidual events over four meets. In the team’s After 10-year- Another defender is positioned on victory over UMass Dartmouth, she earned old Ian Luciano either side of the middle line. The wins in the 50-yard breaststroke, 50-yard of Gorham three goalkeepers stand beyond each freestyle and 100-yard breaststroke while posted a video foul line and try to protect the net and also swimming a leg in the team’s victorious on YouTube the goal balls. The goal balls are worth 200-yard medley relay. Against Simmons in May of two points when scored on. College, Thomsen established both team 2013 about a Courtesy photo When a person is shoved, hit or and pool records by clocking 32.35 in the new sport he pushed, a foul occurs. From there, a 50-yard breaststroke. invented called Athletes from Estonia enjoying the game of “Bootball” that was invented by 10-year- foul shot is given to the team fouled, “bootball,” he and they attempt to hit one of the goal probably never Courtesy Photos old Ian Luciano of Gorham balls. According to Ian, his favorite Upcoming GHS Varsity dreamed it Ten-year-old Ian Lu- residency, which is where he put part of bootball is that “there are more would even- ciano, the inventor of bootball into action. He trained kids goalies in this game, and the fact that Sports Events tually attract “Bootball.” on the sport, and they presented it at goals are only scored when the ‘goal attention in far- a festival. The game was a success and balls’ are hit is a new concept.” Friday, December 19 away Estonia. continues to be a success. The sport In a brief question-and-answer ses- 3:30 p.m. Girls’ Hockey vs. Biddeford @ USM But that’s what happened after Tom was even featured on a national news sion with Ian and his father, Peter, 4:00 p.m. Boys’ Swimming vs. Massabesic @ Russotti of the Institute for Aesthletics report via Eesti Televisioon, the public they explained something amazing. Sanford YMCA happened to see the video. television station of Estonia. When asked how long he needed to 4:00 p.m. Girls’ Swimming vs. Massabesic @ Estonia is a country in the Baltic Believe it or not, the idea of Ian’s created and develop his sport, Ian’s Sanford YMCA region of Northern Europe. “We new sport was inspired by YouTube answer was unexpected: “Believe it or 6:00 p.m. Girls’ Basketball @ Windham weren’t even sure where Estonia was videos showing other innovative sports not, the initial format and rules of the 7:30 p.m. Boys’ Basketball @ Windham when we first heard about the game that Ian had not seen before. Bootball sport were developed in less than one being played over there,” said Peter is a simple game to understand—once hour.” Saturday, December 20 Luciano, Ian’s father. you know how to play. Figure this: An hour of creative 2:00 p.m. Boys’ Track Multi-Team Meet @ USM The Institute for Aesthletics pro- The objective is to score points by thinking led to the creation of a sport 2:00 p.m. Girls’ Track Multi-Team Meet @ TBD motes sport as an artistic practice. hitting certain balls with the game ball. that debuted internationally in approxi- 6:10 p.m. Boys’ Hockey vs. Cape Elizabeth @ Russotti was impressed with the The game is made up of eight players mately one year’s time. Despite being USM creativity of bootball and originally on each team. Four offensive players an Estonian celebrity, Ian still finds All games subject to change. For up-to-date planned to debut the sport during stand between the middle line and the time to play travel basketball, watch schedules of all GHS sports teams, visit www. a festival in the Bronx. But Rusotti foul line on either side. One defensive the Celtics, and play Velocity Soccer as digitalsports.com ended up going to Estonia for an art player stands in a small box in the mid- the ten-year-old-boy that he is.

Christmas Sunday Service 10 am Sunday, December 21 Christmas Eve Services 7 pm Christmas Eve Service with Carols, Readings and Candle Lighting 11:30 pm Midnight Candle Lighting Service

We don’t all believe the same things, live the same kinds of lives or come from the same traditions, but we all share a commitment to support and care for each other. We are an Open and Affirming Congregation. Once a year or any Sunday you are welcome to be with us.

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December 18, 2014 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 7 SCHOOL Honors from Westbrook Peter Pan Performance Regional Vocational Program Proves Magical

Photo credit Sanford Peabody Pictured (left to right) are Gorham students selected as Students of the First Quarter at Westbrook Regional Vocational Program: Matthias Kasjanov, electricity; Amber Cavarretta, medical occupations; Lindsay Wilcox, culinary arts; Renee Deering, public safety. Missing: Gunder Sandeno, heavy equipment operations.

Photo credit Becky Merriman The 37 children from the greater Gorham area that participated in the Gorham Arts Alliance’s “The Adventures of Peter Pan,” an adaptation written by a local teacher Joyce Whitten.

COLLISION CENTERS By Matilda McColl grader Andrea Mitchell, and Curley, Gorham Middle School played seventh-grader Lauren Preis. Intern These two actors should be noted Gorham Scarborough Biddeford for their comedic abilities. The nonspeaking, yet very expres- Lewiston The Gorham Arts Alliance (GAA) Portland Sanford hosted three performances of “The sive, Tinker Bell was played by So. Portland Windham Augusta Adventures of Peter Pan” last month at fifth-grader Alyvia Caruso. From her the Gorham Middle School Auditorium. dislike towards Wendy and admira- www.moodyscollision.com Mary Wassick directed the musical, tion towards Peter, Caruso definitely along with the help of Gorham High pulled off the role. School freshman Nathan Bachner as Caruso, who has played other “Like us” on assistant director. speaking roles such as Chip in The production showcased many “Beauty and the Beast” and Annie in young Gorham actors and from the “Annie” said, “This role was my most opening scene there were many enter- difficult yet as timing was every- taining characters. thing.” Peter Pan, played by 11-year-old From pirates to mermaids, the Mason Hawkes, not only had a lovely show was certainly a magical and singing voice but wonderful acting entertaining experience for not only abilities. those in the crowd, but seemingly Mr. Darling, played by seventh-grader for the actors on stage as well. A.J. Booth, is the father of Wendy, John and Michael. Booth’s comedic timing and strong presence delivered many School Notes moments in the scene that had the audi- On November 4, the National ence laughing. Honor Society at Gorham High School The Lost Boys also stood out in the inducted 42 new members. They are: performance; Tootles, played by fifth- Thomas Bernier, Kailyn Bowie, Krista Boylen, Ben Bradshaw, Hailey Bryant, GraceAnn Burns, Robert Campbell, Nicole Coulliard, Jennifer Darasz, Sara Darling, Renee Deering, Coleman Dowdle, Eleanor Feinburg, Sarah Flanders, Meghan Hanley, Maeghan Higgins, Cady Houghton, Amanda SAMMIE James, Max Johnson, Sarah Jordan, Mia Kaufman, Muhummad Khan, Sam Kilborn, Cassidy Landry, Zoe Mattingly, Matt McCarty, Joe Moutinho, Nathaniel Nadeau, Emma Niles, Taylor Perkins, Madison Poulin, Calvin Riiska, Nathan Roberts, Spencer Ruda, Anna Smith, Julia Smith, Jesse Southard, Ciara Stillson, Cameron Tracey, Alyda Twilley, Molly VanLuling, Emilia Viernes. Congratulations!

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8 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | December 18, 2014 GMS Making a Difference Food Drive at Narragansett

Photo courtesy of Narragansett staff

Photo credit Donna Pastore Narragansett Student Leaders held a food drive for the Gorham Food Pantry on No- Gorham Middle School (GMS) Student Council visited the Westbrook Animal Shelter vember 20. Manning the table are (back row): Hailey Edwards, Alex Humiston, Libby last month to drop off food, blankets, towels and toys for the animals, supplies that Frey, and Annie Frey. Front row: Ambrosia Moore, Evan Russo, Izabella Densmore, had been collected throughout October. Student Council Representatives also de- Hannah Reed, and Josh Knight. livered a check to the shelter for $1,000. More than 50 students on the council sold MAC’s Gourmet Popcorn, a local company in Lisbon, to friends and family to raise What’s on Gorham Cable Access Television (GOCAT)? money for the shelter, as well as for the Helping Paws organization of Gorham. Help- ing Paws will receive $400 from GMS as well for their continued work with shelter Visit the Stay in Touch section of dogs transported from the south and relocated in Maine. Special thanks to the Gor- www.gorham-me.org for program ham community for making the fundraiser a success for GMS and especially for the guides for Gorham Government Education animals in need. Students pictured are: Sophie Lachance, Talia Cataggio, Dezzaray TV (Channel 2 on Time Warner Cable) and Public Access (Channel 3 on Time Look, Robbie Small, Devyn Harrington, Sophie Buzzell, Fatima Batool, Summer Warner Cable). Live streaming and video Kellher, Ava Stump, Alexandra Ferrigan, Caitlin McLellan, Emaly Howard, Tatum on demand is available. Philbrook, Shyan Olin, with Student Council Advisor, Donna Pastore.

December 18, 2014 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 9 SCHOOL Gorham Outing Club Receives Teens to Trails Grant

By Avery Arena by alerting GHS students about the Gorham High School Intern Maine Outing Club’s Teens to Trails Conference, which teachers Simpson Gorham High School (GHS) students and Grady attended. and teachers created an outing club The goal of the club is to get a in September and have recently been whole range of kids outside having fun awarded a Teens to Trails grant of $500 being active. Advisor Simpson said, to help fund their outdoor activities. “I think everyone sees the need for Students Ryan Bertin and Alyda adventure and the outdoors to be part Twilley along with teachers Jason of a healthy, happy lifestyle.” Simpson, Rachael Grady, Sally The group is trying to go on at Reynolds, Brigid Smith-Franey, Stacey least one trip a month. So far they Mulrey-Anderson, and Nan Acker- have been rock climbing at the Maine Wolfhagen started the club. They cur- Rock Gym and hiking at Jewel Falls rently have 60 students signed on to in the Fore River Sanctuary. In the participate in outings this year future they are planning to go skiing, L.L. Bean Community Relations snowshoeing, and they may even get Manager and Gorham resident Janet certified in first aid with GHS health Wyper initiated the idea of the club teacher, Sara Drury. Times Delivered Right to Your Door! To set up a yearly subscription, email [email protected] or call 207-839-8390

10 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | December 18, 2014 Celebrate New Year’s Showing School Spirit Eve in Gorham!

By Virginia Wilder Cross Gorham Rec. Department. “There is no cost to register, but we need to know Comedy, improv, choral music, banjo, how many people plan to enter the con- jazz, juggling, magic, good food, fiddlers, test, so we can make sure we arrange face painting, snow sculptures, ice skat- for enough snow. We are working with ing, science, unusual animals, sledding, Mother Nature on that.” or fireworks…New Year Gorham offers The evening events will begin at 5 all of that and more. p.m. with a jazz per- The fun begins at formance and spa- noon with a snow- Comedy, improv, choral music, ghetti dinner at First sculpting contest Parish Church, and and sledding that banjo, jazz, juggling, magic, good it will end with the will take place until traditional fireworks 4 p.m. at USM (on food, fiddlers, face painting, snow display at 10 p.m. College Ave at the sculptures, ice skating, at Gorham High foot of the sledding School. A wheel- hill). The sculptures science, unusual animals, chair accessible will be judged at 4 van will transport p.m., and winners sledding, or fireworks…New Year folks from venue will be named just Gorham offers all of that and more. to venue and it will before the fire- run throughout the works. evening. “We are pleased “Each year we to partner again seek new entertain- with NYG--to offer a venue for afternoon ment to keep the program fresh and snow sculpting and sledding, as well exciting,” said Virginia Wilder Cross, as family ice skating,” said Joy Pufhal, chair of New Year Gorham. “This year USM’s Dean of Students & Executive we are pleased to feature “AudioBody” Director of Student & University Life. and “Running with Scissors” on the The skating admission is free for people main stage at the Gorham High School wearing a New Year Gorham lanyard. Performing Arts Center. AudioBody is a “The snow sculpting is open to indi- must-see performance – the brothers are viduals, families, and groups that pre- contortionists, jugglers, and they do all register to reserve a “plop” of snow for that with high tech help; Running with sculpting,” said Mike Gradone, Executive Scissors, will provide improv hilarity at Photo credit Renate Scholz Director of NYG and Director for Youth Sean and Will Boylen recently celebrated Red and Green Spirit Day at Narragansett School. & Adult Sports /Community Events, Continued on Page 15

December 18, 2014 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 11 SCHOOL Randall Orchard Project GHS Students Participate Finalized: 482 Acres in Statewide Maine Youth Preserved for Future Government Program

Photo credit Chris Crawford

Pictured at the State House in Augusta are (back row) Sean Miller, Avery Arena, Sophia Hendrix, Shawn Crosby, Brianna Crockett; (front row) Austin Pomelow, Lucas Bryant, Hayley Bryant, Mia Kaufman, Emelia Nejezchleba, Sarah Bragdon

By Avery Arena the Minimum Age to Operate an Photo courtesy of the Presumpscot Regional Land Trust Gorham High School Intern Enclosed Motor Vehicle to 14 Years Old (Brianna Crockett). Presumpscot Regional Land Trust members: Rob Levin, attorney; Stephanie Gilbert, Maine On November 14 through 16, Once in Augusta, students broke Dept. of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry; Dick Randall, Tania Zuckerman, PRLT staff; eleven students from Gorham High into six committees to give each bill a Lance Gorham, USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service; Michael Parker, PRLT Board School participated in the statewide public hearing and work session, then President; Stefan Jackson, PRLT ED, Colleen Tucker, attorney; Collin Therrien, Land for Maine’s Maine Youth in Government program. vote on committee reports. For the Future Program Throughout the weekend, students next day and a half, these bills moved from all over the state modeled the onto the floors of the House and the state legislative procedure and passed Senate, and the weekend concluded By Tania Neuschafer Zuckerman permanently protect from develop- bills in the state capital building. with the election of the next youth Presumpscot Regional Land Trust ment and subdivision one of the larg- est blocks of undeveloped land in Before the weekend started, par- governor and the report on the pass- Presumpscot Regional Land Trust the Greater Portland area. It will also ticipants were asked to write their ing of each of the bills. (PRLT) is pleased to announce that ensure a future for farming in one of own bills, and Gorham students The students learned a lot, from five years of work the fastest grow- wrote four bills: State Sponsored parliamentary procedure, draft- has culminated in ing areas in Maine. Animal Welfare Educational Programs ing amendments, and even had the the completion Randall Orchards (Avery Arena), Changing the Starting chance to override a few vetoes. They of the Randall “It has been a pleasure and an features 100 acres Times of Schools (Mia Kaufman), are already looking forward to next Orchards Project, honor for the land trust to help of apple orchards Repealing the Adult Seatbelt Law year, and are trying to decide what with the preserva- (approximately (Emelia Nejezchleba), and Reducing positions to run for next year. tion of 482 acres ensure that this landmark remains 7,500 trees), good of prime farmland agricultural soils, and woodlands intact and that it be conserved as and nearly 400 in Gorham and farmland for generations to come” acres of woodland Did You Know? Standish. Richard and streams. Randall donated Many local a conservation Michael Parker people know of Fun Facts about the Gorham Times easement on the PRLT Board President Randall Orchards first 185 acres in from its farm The Gorham Times is delivered to 58 cities and towns in Maine 2012 and PRLT stand, the pick- acquired a con- your-own apples, and the delicious (not including Gorham) as well as 12 other states throughout servation easement on the remaining cider; many have grown accustomed the United States, and is even delivered to the United Kingdom! 297 acres this year. These combined agricultural conservation easements Continued on Next Page

12 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | December 18, 2014 Orchard Continued from Previous Page Gorham Times Delivery List to seeing Randall Orchards apples sold at Hannaford stores. Others may Russ Frank, pictured here, along with Gorham High School Mr. Bagel his distribution team--Jason Beever, Janice Gorham House My-FIT-24 know and love the scenic approach Gorham House of Pizza Narragansett School to the farm off Route 25 in Standish. Boyko, Jim Boyko, Scott Burnheimer, Gorham Insurance Neu Du Salon Steve Caldwell, Chris Crawford, Becky Gorham Massage & Wellness Nicely’s Market Randall Orchards, an iconic farm in Gorham Middle School Ocean Gardens the region, will now remain protect- Curtis, Jane Farr, Bob Mulkern, Jeff Pike, Gorham Municipal Center Olympia Sports John Richard and David Willis--deliver the Gorham Police Department Ossipee Trail Motor Sales ed for future generations. Gorham Recreation Dept. Phinney Lumber “This is a truly great event for Gorham Times to over 80 businesses and Gorham Savings Bank Po-Go Realty locations in Gorham. Be sure to pick up Gorham Sports Center Ridgewood the community,” said PRLT Board Gorham Times Newspaper Box Rite-Aid President, Michael Parker. “The Land your copy at the following locations: (Railroad Ave.) Salon La Luna Great Falls Construction Sebago Brewing Co. Trust appreciates the many organiza- 31 Main St. Building Community Pharmacy Great Falls School St. Anne’s Church tions, agencies, and individual sup- 7-Eleven Cook’s Hardware H&R Block State Farm Insurance Allstate Insurance Cradles & Crayons Hannaford TD Bank porters who got us here with their Amato’s Cumberland Farms Inn at Village Square The Sweet Shoppe hard work and financial support.” Ameriprise Financial Dance Studio of Maine Irving Gas Station Tinsel Bright Art’s Nails David Douin, CPA Irving Lil’ Mart Store Tots to Teens The primary funders were the State Back in Motion Dodge Oil & Propane iSpoon Frozen Yogurt Tropical Breeze Tanning of Maine’s, Land for Maine’s Future Baxter Memorial Library Domino’s Pizza Jan Mee US Cellular Big Apple Dr. Deborah J. Devine Just Fur Friends V&M Rental Center Program and the USDA’s Farm and Blue Pig Diner Dunkin’ Donuts Key Bank Village Hair Ranch Lands Protection Program Bookworm Edgewood Animal Hosp. Lucky Thai Village Hearing Burger King First Stop Convenience Maine Real Estate Network Village School through the Natural Resources Carter’s Auto Service Goodwill Mercy Express Care Wescott & Sons Conservation Service and, of course, Carter’s Green Market Gorham Auto Care Moody’s Collision Whispy Ends Casco Federal Credit Union Gorham Fire Department Morgan Dental landowner Dick Randall, whose Centre of Movement Gorham Grind Photo credit Stacy Sallinen vision and commitment have made this possible. “It has been a plea- sure and an honor for the land trust to help ensure that this landmark remains intact and that it be con- served as farmland for generations to come,” said Parker. Christmas Services 2014 Four generations of the Randall family have farmed the land. The farm was purchased in 1905 by Randall’s grandfather, Edgar. Since then, the Cressey Road United Methodist Church Little Falls Baptist Church St. Anne’s Catholic Church Randall farm has produced a wide 81 Cressey Road, Gorham Gray Road, Gorham 299 Main Street, Gorham array of agricultural products, ranging Rev. Linwood Arnold, 839-3111 Pastor Tony Bafiades, 892-4240 Rev. Joseph Koury, 839-4857 from vegetables, wood products, and Dec. 24: Family Service of Carols, Dec. 19: Christmas Concert with Russian Dec. 21: Sunday Service, 8 & 10 a.m. eggs, to a dairy herd, chickens and hay during WWII, to the professional Bells & Christmas Stories, 7 p.m.; Holy Baptist Church, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Service with apple operation of today. The ease- Communion & Candlelight Service, 11 p.m. Dec. 21: Sunday Service, 10 a.m. Children’s Pageant, 4 p.m.; Youth Choir, ment will allow Randall to continue Dec. 31: Potluck Dinner, 6 p.m.; Watch Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Service, 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m.; Adult Choir, 10 p.m. the family tradition of limited public Night Service, 7 p.m. access. With the landowner’s per- mission, citizens will still be able to Living Stone Community Church South Gorham Baptist Church enjoy low impact recreational activi- First Parish Congregational Church, 711 Ossipee Trail West, Standish 53 County Road, Gorham ties such as picking apples, walking, UCC Pastor Joey Marshall, 239-7574 Rev. Peter Beckwith, 839-3457 cross-country skiing, mountain biking, One Church Street, Gorham Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Service, 6 p.m. Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Service of Carols snowmobiling and hunting. Founded in 1985 and committed Rev. David Butler, 839-6751 & Candles, 5:30 p.m. to promoting public access on its Dec. 21: Christmas Sunday Service, 10 a.m. Orchard Community Church holdings, PRLT has a growing legacy Dec. 24: Service of Lessons, Carols 1 North Street (Rt. 114), Gorham United Church of Christ at North of 19 properties encompassing 1,062 & Candle Lighting, 7 p.m.; Midnight Pastor Gary Groves, 671-3612 Gorham acres, more than half of which are open for public use. Serving the Candlelight Service, 11:30 p.m. Dec. 21: Family Christmas Program, 6 p.m. 4 Standish Neck Road, Gorham towns of Gorham, Gray, Sebago, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Service, 4 p.m. Rev. Larry Kalp, 892-5363 Standish, Westbrook and Windham, Galilee Baptist Church Dec. 21: Sunday Service, 9 a.m. PRLT is the only conservation organi- 317 Main Street, Gorham Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Service of Carols zation whose mission is to conserve and protect natural lands and his- Rev. David Christensen, 839-6985 410 Main Street, Gorham & Candles, 5 p.m. toric landscapes for posterity in the Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Candlelight Rev. Timothy Sandeno, 839-7100 Presumpscot River watershed and Service, 7 p.m. Dec. 21: Sunday Service, 10:15 a.m. West Gorham Union Church western shore area of Sebago Lake. Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Service Service, 190 Ossipee Trail (intersection of Rts. The PRLT Annual Fund Campaign is now underway to support 2015 Grace Bible Church 4 p.m. 25/112), Gorham conservation goals. PRLT has an 74 Deering Road, Gorham Dec. 31: Service of Prayer and Pastor Norman Rust, 839-5946 ambitious work plan for 2015–and Pastor Bob White, 839-8800 Preaching, 7 p.m. Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Family Service, needs help from the public. Making Dec. 20: Potluck, 5 p.m.; an evening of 4 p.m. an Annual Fund donation will help PRLT conserve additional properties, stories and songs, 6:30 p.m. St. Ann’s Episcopal Church create more recreational opportuni- Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Service, 7 p.m. 40 Windham Center Road (Off River Westbrook Baptist Church ties, coordinate activities along the Road), Windham 310 Conant St., off Rt. 25, Westbrook Sebago to the Sea Trail, facilitate LifeChurch Rev. Tim Higgins, 892-8447 Pastors Jason Stoeber and Tony Funk, the work of volunteers, and provide essential stewardship and education- New Portland Road, Gorham Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Service with 776-0797 al opportunities in 2015. Pastors Brian Undlin and Gordy Johnson, Children’s Pageant, 4 p.m.; Service with Dec. 21: Sunday Service, 10:30 a.m. A monetary pledge is an invest- 839-6354 Carols and Youth Choir, 7 p.m.; Full Dec. 23: Tuesday Christmas Service, 7 p.m. ment in the environment, recreation, (tickets required for service and concert Service with Choir, 10 p.m. and future generations. Donations can be made at www.prlt.org or by – lifechurchmaine.org) White Rock Free Baptist Church mailing a check to: Presumpscot Dec. 22: Christmas Eve Candlelight 300 Sebago Lake Road, Gorham Regional Land Trust, ATT: Annual Service and Concert, 6 p.m. Pastor Jonathan Marshall, 893-1919 Fund, PO Box 33, Gorham, ME Dec. 23: Christmas Eve Candlelight Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Candlelight 04038. To learn more or become a member, visit www.prlt.org or con- Service and Concert, 6 p.m. Service, 6 p.m. tact us at (207) 839-4633 or info@ Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Candlelight prlt.org. As a 501(c)(3), all donations Service and Concert, 2 & 4 p.m. to the Presumpscot Regional Land Trust are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.

December 18, 2014 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 13 Real Estate Professionals

NEW SOLD LISTING

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14 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | December 18, 2014 USM Music Teacher Arrested for New Year Gorham Continued from Page 11 its best! Both acts are family-friendly--as is admission “ticket” this year is a lighted all of New Year Gorham.” lanyard, but they are limited to the first Child Pornography “Volunteer opportunities are still 350 people. When they run out, they will available,” according to Andrew be replaced with the traditional “button.” By Sheri Faber images of child pornography on McLean who helps coordinate the Lanyards and complete schedule Staff Writer his personal computer. Police do volunteers for New Year Gorham. details are available at Hannaford in not believe any children depicted “Most volunteers work about an Gorham and at the Casco Federal Micah Maurio, were from Maine. Following a tip, hour on New Year’s Eve and they Credit Union. The $20 family packages 28, of Gray the computer crimes unit began an all receive a complimentary admis- are available only at the Gorham Rec. Road in Gorham investigation in October. Maurio is sion lanyard for their time. Anyone Dept. There is a nominal additional fee was arrested a musician and is a part time faculty interested in volunteering should call for the spaghetti supper. December 5th member in the music department at Mike Gradone at 222-1630.” Additional information is available on and charged USM. He has been suspended from The Town of Gorham, local busi- Facebook and www.newyeargorham.org. with dissemi- USM without pay pending a final nesses and individuals contributed nating child decision on his case. School offi- generously to sponsor much of the pornography. cials said they would reach out to entertainment, which keeps the cost of VILLAGE BUILDERS Police found any of his students if they had any admission the same as previous years: Photo courtesy of Cumberland concerns. Full Service General Contractor County Sherriff Office hundreds of $5 for individuals and $20 for families Repairs • Renovations • Additions with more than two children. The

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December 18, 2014 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 15 Community Business Directory CONSTRUCTION LANDSCAPING Serenity Acres Healing At Neu-Du Salon Randy O’Brien Cynthia S. Doyle, LMT Therapeutic Massage and Holistic Bodywork General Contracting 207-222-2808 30 YEARS OF SERVICE 2 School Street 1D, Gorham Holiday Specials 839-6655 (207) 671-9606 and Gift Card Packages Available. • Landscaping • Septic Repair & Cleaning [email protected] • Excavating • Wet Basement Repair serenityacreshealing.com 103 Harding Bridge Rd • Gorham, ME 04038 • Remodeling • Foundations & Slabs • Loam & Compost • Lawn Installation & Delivery Maintenance

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16 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | December 18, 2014 COMMUNITY

ENGAGEMENTS The Gorham Woman’s Club will meet on Thursday, Jan. 8, 12:30 p.m. at the First Parish Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Morneault of Gorham announce the Congregational Church in Gorham. District 1 Federation president, Nancy Kenty, will speak engagement of their daughter, Bethany Ann (GHS ’03), to about Federation Education. All are invited. Johnny Stinchon, son of Mrs. Mary Stinchon and the late Michael Stinchon of Bristol, CT. Morneault teaches special ON-GOING EVENTS education in Bolton, CT and Stinchon is a language arts The Gorham Food Pantry, located at 299-B Main St. (parking lot of St. Anne’s Catholic Church), teacher in East Hartford, CT. A wedding is planned for is open every Thursday morning from 9 to 11 a.m. and the second and fourth Wednesday of August 8, 2015. (1.JPEG) every month from 6 to 7 p.m. Free for Gorham residents in need. FMI, 222-4351 or visit www. gorhamfoodpantry.org. OF INTEREST Dozens of families from LifeChurch and Sunny Days Child Care came together to fill over 133 The Lakes Region Senior Center, White Rock Grange at 33 Wilson Road (off Rt. 237), is a great shoeboxes with gift items and basic necessities for Operation Christmas Child, a worldwide place for daily socializing, independent activities and good conversation. Mahjong lessons on outreach that provides gifts to needy children. The Junior Coach Club, a group of 3, 4 & 5 Monday; poker, crafting and card games on Tuesday; Chair Yoga with a Nutrition and Weight graders, delivered the boxes to the drop off location this past November. (L-R): Bryce Pyle, Support Group on Wednesday; and Bingo on Thursday. FMI, call Cheryl 892-9879 or Blanche Brayden Pyle, Olivia Wormell, Taylor Price, Ariana Alcide and Lucy Tidd. 892-5604.

The Gorham Medical Closet located at the Municipal Center, 75 South St., is free and available to Gorham residents in need of portable wheelchairs, hospital beds, shower seats, commodes, walkers, canes and more. FMI, call 839-4579, 839-3630 or 839-3936.

CLOSE TO HOME The Portland Water District invites preschoolers to join them for environmentally themed stories, games, and crafts at the Sebago Lake Ecology Center in Standish on Friday, Dec. 19 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The theme will be “What Animals Eat.” Snacks will be provided. Free, but donations accepted to support local loon preservation. FMI, 774-5961 x 3319 or [email protected].

The Schoolhouse Arts Center in Standish is proud to present the hilarious comedy “A Christmas Story,” a story of a nine-year-old boy in Holman, Indiana whose foremost desire is to receive a Red Ryder air rifle for Christmas. Performances will run through Dec. 21. $14/$12. FMI, 642-3743 (Standing L-R: Diane Ruecker, Jonathan Carr, Noah Anderson, and Aiden Fortier. Front L-R: Eliana White, Teresa Dyer, Tom Ferent, Arlo Stevenson, Sophie Koutalakis, and Lily Whitten) There will be an Angel Tree Project Benefit Concert on Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. at Cressey Road United Methodist Church with Christmas music provided by the Italian Heritage Center Concert Band. A free-will offering will be taken to benefit the Angel Tree Project. FMI, 839-3111.

Gorham third grader Aiden Fortier will perform as Flick in “A Christmas Story” at Schoolhouse Arts Center in Standish. Performances of will be held December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. and December 7, 14 and 21 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $14 for adults, $12 for students and seniors.

A Blood Drive sponsored by Gorham Fire Department in Conjunction with iSpoon Frozen Yogurt will be held at the Narragansett School Gym, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Donate and receive t-shirt, Subway coupon, and iSpoon coupon. Call American Red Cross for appointment, (800) 733-2767.

LifeChurch, off New Portland Road in Gorham, has teamed up with performing artists “Connor Garvey” and “October Road,” for 4 FREE Christmas Concerts Dec. 22 & 23 at 6 p.m. and Dec. 24 at 2 & 4 p.m. Concerts are FREE to all by reserving a ticket at www.lifechurch.fm.

In May, Mainely Plumbing & Heating celebrated 28 years in business. We want to thank all our customers and friends who support us and local businesses in Gorham through the years. Natural Gas Conversion Specialist Did you know...we can help you with the smallest of plumbing and heating projects, as well as complete design build Plumbing, Heating & HVAC systems, including Mini-Split Since Mainely Plumbing & Heat pumps by Fujitsu & Mitsubishi. Natural gas & Propane Heating replaced my oil-fired conversion specialist. We also have Financing available on all boiler with a Baxi Natural Gas Condensing Boiler, I’ve saved an Baxi Boilers installations. Call about our gift bag average of $5,000/year. special for under the Portland Area 854.4969 Gorham Area 839.7400 tree - starting at $20. —Matt Mattingly, PineCrest Bed & Breakfast 51 Pequawket Trail, Standish, ME MAINELY Plumbing & Heating (207) 642-3420 Fully Certified, Licensed, and Insured - Accredited BBB Business www.villarisstandish.com 1-877-867-1642 WWW.MAINELYPLUMBING.COM

Tinsel Bright Trading Co. Now Open Every Day during the Holiday Season New Hours: Like us on Mon - Sat 10-6 Facebook Sun 11-5 2 Main Street 207-839-4852 Gorham Village Fancy Goods Décor Sundries Gifts

December 18, 2014 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 17 WILL NOT PRODUCE A PAPER ON JAN 1ST Courtesy of the Gorham Police Department Times DUE TO THE HOLIDAY BREAK.

Missing for Weeks and a Day Officer located missing wallet on Day Road. It had been lost on Weeks Road.

Officers were called to Mosher Road for a Police arrested Daniel Street man for domes- reported sighting of a coyote but they could tic violence assault. not find it. Suspicious person on Maryann Drive was Public Works cleaned up pieces of a broken someone going door-to-door and advising sink in the road on South Street. people where to go to vote. Officers responded to a domestic distur- Youth on a bike went over the hood of bance on Maple Drive. No weapon was used a car at Main Street and Landing Drive but the victim was injured. but sustained only minor injuries. Officer fixed his front wheel alignment and biker Suspicious persons on Olde Canal Way were went on his way. stargazing in a field. Alarm went off in Cressey Road building. Suspicious persons on Kemp Road were kids People were in the building setting up a CPR playing basketball as they did several times dummy for a class. a week. Suspicious person on New Portland Road Suspicious person on Gray Road told officer was the pastor of a church. he was defending his girlfriend’s honor. BUY LOCAL FOR THE 2 State Street HOLIDAY SEASON Eat-In or Call Ahead A comfortable place for Take-Out to bring a family. Fresh Dough Daily Fresh Salads • Calzones Pasta • Grinders • Beer & Wine Great Pizza and more!!

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18 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | December 18, 2014 CLASSIFIEDS CALENDAR MUSIC LESSONS WEDNESDAY, DEC. 17 VOICE AND PIANO lessons at my Gorham studio. BA in Music Ed. Call Paul • Special Evening Story Time: The Polar Express, 6-6:30 p.m. Baxter Memorial Library. 281-3557. [email protected] Come dressed in your pajamas! All ages. No registration required. • Town of Gorham Senior Lunch Program, St. Anne’s Church, Gorham. 12-1:30 p.m. Suggested donation $4. FMI, 839-4857. SERVICES THURSDAY, DEC. 18 CLEANING POSITION sought by local mother and daughter. Weekly and every other • Baby and Me with books, music and movement, 9:30 a.m. ages birth-18 mos., Baxter week. References available. Call Pat after 2 p.m. 839-6827. Memorial Library. • Toddler Time, 10 a.m., ages 18-36 mos., Baxter Memorial Library. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING. Specializing in older homes. Low rates, • Sewing Group, 2:30-4:30 p.m., ages 7 and older. Baxter Memorial Library. quality work. Free estimates. Call Dave Hall, 929-4469. FRIDAY, DEC. 19 IRISH CLEANING LADY looking for some new jobs. I really enjoy cleaning. Good ref. • The Sammie Francis Trio, Spire 29, 8-10 p.m. Jazz standards and holidays favorites. Free estimates. Call Candy Leavitt, 839-2368. $5/$8 at the door, open at 7:30 p.m. • Peg’s Itsy Bitsy Store, Gorham House, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. FMI, 839-5757. LITERACY TUTORING for K-8. Certified Literacy Specialist. Help your child meet MONDAY, DEC. 22 reading benchmarks. Call Sarah 207-200-5664 or email [email protected], • Gorham Republican Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m. All registered Republicans are www.magicmomentstutoring.com welcome. FMI, call 415-2673. • School Vacation begins for grades K-12. LEAF CLEANUP, SNOWPLOWING SERVICES. Woods Landscaping 615-3663 TUESDAY, DEC. 23 • MemoryWorks Memory Café, 1 p.m., Gorham House Sunroom. Share your memory concerns with others. FMI, 797-7891. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 24 • Blood Drive sponsored by Gorham Fire Department in Conjunction with iSpoon Frozen Yogurt. Narragansett School Gym, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Call American Red Cross for appointment, (800) 733-2767. SATURDAY, DEC. 27 • Super Saturday: Classic Christmas Film “Christmas in the Village,” reel-to-reel projector, 11 a.m., Baxter Memorial Library. Open to all ages. MONDAY, JAN. 5 • Back to School for grades K-12. TUESDAY, DEC. 6 • The Gorham Cancer Prayer and Support Group, 6 p.m., Cressey Road United Methodist Church. All are welcome. FMI, 321-1390 or 839-3111. WEDNESDAY, JAN. 7 • Town of Gorham Senior Lunch Program, St. Anne’s Church, Gorham. 12-1:30 p.m. $4pp. FMI, 839-4857. WEDNESDAY, JAN. 14 • Town of Gorham Senior Lunch Program, St. Anne’s Church, Gorham. 12-1:30 p.m. $4pp. FMI, 839-4857. • Early Release for grades K-12.

Baxter Memorial Library, 71 South St. Cressey Road United Methodist Church, 81 Cressey Rd. Gorham House, 50 New Portland Rd. St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St. Spire 29, 29 School St.

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