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Volume 22 Number 18 September 22, 2016

SINCE 1995—A FREE, VOLUNTEER-RUN, BIWEEKLY COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER Gorham Gets a A Challenging Growing Season for Fresh Look Local Farms Bailey O’Brien many of the flower and leaf buds or Staff Writer impactedimpacted growthgrowth laterlater inin thethe season.season. “Our blueberry bushes produced lots While meteorologists were happy to of fruit, but certain varieties didn’t have report clear skies and warm days, this any leaves,” said Bibula. spring’s temperature fluctuations and Most damaging has been the spread summer’s minimal rainfall have thrown of fire blight among the apple trees. Maine farmers a big curveball. A relatively new disease to Maine, fire The drought in Maine, most blight is spread by pollinating insects severe in the southern counties, has under warm, humid conditions. been declared a disaster by the US “Usually our apples bloom for five to Department of Agriculture, with the seven days, but this year most bloomed Maine Drought Task Force agreeing that for six weeks. It was incredibly hard to this is one of Maine’s driest summers in manage the beetles, moths, and polli-- Photo credit Roger Marchand over a decade. nating insects that can damage the fruit Gorham’s Findview Farm is one of The Town has installed three new signs Gorham’s Findview Farm is one of during bloom.” A significant number of the many local farms that has felt the along the border of Gorham, replacing the the many local farms that has felt the trees were affected by fire blight. “We repercussions of an exceptionally dry old ones in need of maintenance and add- repercussions of an exceptionally dry Photo credit Bailey O’Brien lostlost aboutabout 90%90% ofof ourour goldengolden russets,”russets,” growing season. Jenn Grant, who runs inging aa secondarysecondary signsign proudlyproudly claimingclaiming toto growing season. Jenn Grant, who runs Bibula said. the farm with her husband Jeff, sells Enterprise apples are almost ready for be the home of the University of Southern the farm with her husband Jeff, sells Bibula’s orchards are irrigated, a fresh vegetables, meat, and hay. picking at Orchard Ridge Farm. Despite the Maine. This comes as part of the Town’s fresh vegetables, meat, and hay. necessity for his dwarf and semi-dwarf “The vegetable crop did pretty well toughtough growinggrowing conditions,conditions, thesethese applesapples initiativeinitiative toto incorporateincorporate USMUSM moremore fullyfully intointo “The vegetable crop did pretty well trees. “These trees must have irrigation. this year considering the conditions, will be quite large and will make excellent thethe town.town. this year considering the conditions, They don’t have a big root system, so but by Labor Day weekend, we were baking apples, according to Orchard Ridge the irrigation keeps them alive. They’re at the end of our season,” said Grant. owner Steven Bibula. not drought tolerant,” said Bibula. “The drought caught up with us. More rain may have helped his trees, Gorham Historical Normally we’re still selling veggies this taken a bigger hit on hay sales than he said, but they are not entirely depen-- time of year.” on vegetables.” dent on it. Society Seeks Her cows and sheep typically graze Another Gorham farm, Orchard Although both farms have endured on the farm’s pastures, earning her Ridge, is facing its own set of challenges revenue losses this season, Grant and Resurgence meat its “grass-fed” title, but since the this season. “Our biggest difficulty has Bibula seem to understand the signifi-- Resurgence pastures have dried up under the sunny been and continues to be the effects of cance of remaining optimistic. Grant’s skies, Grant has already had to break the warm March followed by two big pumpkins, although a smaller crop than Kathy COorBbett intointo theirtheir winterwinter feed.feed. chills in April,” said farm owner Steven usual, are freshly picked, and Bibula’s Staff Writer Worst of all, though, is the impact Bibula. “For us, that dwarfs the drought.” next crop of apples, SnowSweet, will be of the drought on her hay crop. “Our The severe temperature fluctuation ready in just a few days. Seeking to appeal to current second crop of hay is below average luredlured thethe farm’sfarm’s berryberry bushesbushes andand fruitfruit “I don’t remember having a season members, and attract new ones, The by almost 50%,” said Grant. “I’ve had trees to come out of dormancy too this dry before,” said Grant, “but you Gorham Historical Society will hold a to turn people away this year. We’ve soon, and the April chills either killed justjust havehave toto gogo withwith thethe flow.”flow.” re-organization meeting at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, September 26, at the Municipal Center. Until recently, members gathered for monthly meetings, but these had been Preserving Gorham’s Agricultural Land discontinued due to poor attendance and several officer resignations. “In Sheri FaBber polines out front for a number of Chappie passed away in the fall addition to electing new officers, we Staff Writer years. Chappie was an environmental of 2009 and Shirley Chapman laterlater hope that many of the nearly 100 mem-- steward, capturing and reusing the moved in with her daughter and son- bers will bring suggestions for future Shirley and Wey “Chappie” rainwater off their roof. They sold in-law,in-law, Carol and Tim Wagner, whose programs and projects,” said Suzanne Chapman owned their 20 acre home-- livelive baitbait theythey stockedstocked inin oneone ofof thethe father owned Wagner Farm. The land-- Phillips, one of the meeting organizers. stead at 140 New Portland Road, ponds. Shirley had beautiful flower scape of Gorham continued to change Although Gorham residents have across the street from Shawn and gardens and also grew flowers and from its more agricultural roots. donated records and artifacts to the Chris Moody, for over 25 years. “They vegetables inin theirtheir greenhouses.greenhouses. SheShe Barrow’s Greenhouses was subse-- society since its founding in 1968, were wonderful people, the best worked at Barrow’s Greenhouses for quently purchased by Paul Allen who Phillips said newer residents may not neighbors you could ever wish for,” many years along with her aunt Carrie ran it for more than 20 years before know the organization exists. The said Shawn Moody. Chick (Shawn Moody’s great aunt) selling the property when he and Historical Society has maintained an The Chapmans had a long history who later donated the Chick property his wife wanted to retire as no fam-- historical archive open to the public of providing recreational and agricul-- to the Town. The property now hous-- ilyily membersmembers werewere interestedinterested inin taktak-- inin aa town-ownedtown-owned buildingbuilding onon SchoolSchool tural benefits to Gorham. They had es the Public Safety Buildings as well inging overover thethe business.business. ThatThat propertyproperty Street which formerly housed munici-- a miniature golf course and tram-- as several playing fields. pal offices. Article cContinued on PPAage 1414 The water had been turned off due to leaky pipes, but the Town recently WHAT'S GOING ON replaced them, making the collection of insidetheTimes records and artifacts once again avail-- @ YOUR LIBRARY 14 Blotter 15 Classified 4 Living 8 School Article on PPAage 33 Article cContinued on PPAage 1414 15 Calendar 12 Community 5 Municipal 11 Sports NEWS FROM AUGUSTA Policy on News from Augusta: The Gorham Times asked our three state legislators from Senate District 30, House District 26 and House District 27 to

provide us with “News from Augusta.” We publish their articles on a rotating basis. The submissions are devoted to updates of legislative and admin- ­­Bringing the News to All of Gorham istrative news, proposed and passed bills and laws, and developments and events that are of interest and have an impact to Gorham residents. The PO Box 401, 77 South Street Gorham Times reserves the right to edit the submissions and it further reserves the right to reject any submission, in its sole discretion. Gorham, Maine 04038 Phone and Fax: (207) 839-8390 [email protected] www.gorhamtimes.com Unintended Consequences of Welfare The Gorham Times is a free volunteer-run community newspaper distributed every other Thursday to more than 100 pick-up sites throughout Gorham. —— Reform in Maine News [email protected] Sports [email protected] Rep. Linda Sanborn price. Regardless of our political views, particular circumstances. That way Features [email protected] most of us believe that government has people can begin to move toward Of Interest [email protected] The past several years have been a responsibility to make sure that chil- sustainable employment the day they Calendar item [email protected] tough on Mainers. A surging drug dren do not go without the basics like start receiving welfare. 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Advertiser Coordinator Stacy Sallinen as about $20,000 a year for a family of people are hardworking, generous Many of the jobs are part time, with Social Media Coordinator Karen DiDonato three. Between 2010 and 2014, Maine and have a “can-do” spirit. While being unreliable hours and unpredictable Design/Production Shirley Douglas Police Beat Sheri Faber saw the sharpest increase of any state fiercely independent, we come togeth- schedules. In order to fix welfare, we Staff Writers Jacob Adams, Kathy Corbett, John in the country in the rate of children er to help in times of need. Most of us also need to fix the larger economy Curley, Bailey O’Brien living in extreme poverty – $10,000 a are optimistic that we can turn things and provide more opportunities for Features Chris Crawford year for a family of three – which grew around. Maine has many strengths, education and training so people can Photographers Amanda Landry, Stacie Leavitt, by 50 percent. including natural beauty, abundant move out of poverty. This upfront Roger Marchand, Rich Obrey Public Service Karen DiDonato Growing up in poverty is known to natural resources, a high quality of life investment in families today will Sports John Curley, Martin Gagnon cause lifelong consequences for indi- and a reputation for high-quality prod- ensure that they have every opportuni- School News Andrea Morrell viduals and their communities. These ucts. We can create an economy where ty to leave welfare and poverty behind Webmaster Judi Jones consequences include poor health, everyone has a fair shot, does their fair in the years to come. Distribution Coordinator Russ Frank poor school attendance, increased share and plays by the same fair rules. Distribution Jason Beever, Jim Boyko, Janice Boyko, Scott Burnheimer, Steve Caldwell, Chris contact with the criminal justice system Now is the time for a smart, com- (207) 939-2879, Crawford, Becky Curtis, Dan Fenton, Janie Farr, and a weaker connection to the labor monsense overhaul of the welfare sys- (800) 423-2900, Russ Frank, Joe Hachey, Chris Kimball, Bob market. Childhood poverty comes at a tem that demands accountability from replinda.sanborn@ Mulkern, John Richard, David Willis painfully high cost. everyone. To that end, we need to legislature.maine.gov Interns Avery Arena, Megan Bennett, Matilda Welfare and poverty reduction have end Maine’s one-size-fits-all approach McColl, Elle Spurr, Lydia Valentine, Abbie vanLuling, Marie Walton, Erin Wentworth, become unnecessarily divisive issues, to welfare and get people the tools Bruce Wyatt and Maine’s children are paying the and support they need based on their Board of Directors Bruce Hepler (President), Shannon Phinney Dowdle (Secretary), Alan Bell, Tom Biegel, letters to the Editor Katherine Corbett, Peter Gleason, Carol Jones, Around Town George Sotiropoulos and Michael Wing Letters must be less than 300 words, signed with a first and last name, typed or e-mailed and —— Town Manager David Cole issued include a phone number. Letters are solely the opinion of the writer and not that of the Gorham Advertising and Copy Deadlines 5-year service pins to Zoning Times. They are published at the discretion of the Gorham Times and are subject to editing. Ad deadline is the Wednesday of the week prior Administrator David Galbraith and to issue date. Go to www.gorhamtimes.com Customer Service Clerk Paula Dear Gorham Times, motivate veterans to support her. She and click on the advertising link for schedule. Nystrom. Senator Amy Volk brings common has an unwavering concern for veteran Editorial Policy sense, energy and commitment to the health issues and was a key supporter The Gorham Times takes all reasonable care to prevent Ben Hartwell, Matt Robinson, Paul Maine State Senate. of state tax relief for military retirees. errors and disclaims all legal responsibility for any such Smith and Al Garcia have taken out As an Army veteran with 24 years Importantly, Senator Volk is far from errors, omissions, or typographical errors. The Gorham nomination papers for Town Council. on active duty and over 42 months a single issue candidate. I first met Times will print corrections if notified within 48 hours. We reserve the right to refuse publication of unsolic- Kyle Currier has taken out nomina- deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, it Amy when she was campaigning with ited materials. All submissions are subject to editing. tion papers for the School Committee. is easy to support Senator Amy Volk her husband in 2014. They made the Opinions expressed in the Gorham Times do not nec- Nomination papers are due to the for reelection. Her recognition by the long drive up to our home, and then essarily reflect those of the staff or publishers. Town Clerk no later than Friday, American Legion in March 2016 as spent the better part of an hour discuss- September 23, at 1:00 p.m. “Legislator of the Year” by itself should ing parenthood, business and how to Printing services by Alliance Press, Brunswick, ME make Maine a better place. As a newly Property tax bills for the current fiscal arrived Maine resident, business owner, year will be mailed to residents begin- NEXT DEADLINES ning this week. VILLAGE BUILDERS Continued on Page 4 Full Service General Contractor Ad Deadline Publication Maine Natural Gas will be extend- Repairs • Renovations • Additions ing their gas line on Main Street Sept. 28 Oct. 6 (Route 25) and South Street (Route 114) through Sept. 23. Overnight construction will take place between GORHAM PUBLIC WORKS 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. Delays should be WILL BE ACCEPTING expected. BRUSH As of Sept. 19, Babb’s Bridge on Covered Bridge Road/Hurricane Road October 8, 2016 was closed to traffic and pedestrians and for approximately 30 days while the roof, the gable ends and some of the October 22, 2016 boards on the outer walls are being Daniel W. Grant, P.E. replaced. Owner Both days are from 8:00am to Noon The public is invited to a dedication 21 New Portland Rd. ceremony for the Firefighter Memorial, followed by a cookout and an open Gorham, ME 04038 For Gorham Residents house for the two Public Safety facili- PH 207-839-6072 Only and We Will Not ties on October 2 at 12:00 p.m. [email protected] Accept Stumps

2 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | September 22, 2016 | Celebrating 20 Years as Your Community Newspaper BUSINESS PROFILE What’s Going On @ Your Library

DB Productions Supports James Rathbun please. Check our BML Director website for the full schedule of books Young Musicians It’s a great time to visit the Baxter and dates and feel Memorial Library. Story times have free to come to any begun for the school year. Thanks to or all sessions. our new hours, in addition to the usual The Friends Preschool and Baby & Me programs, of BML annual we’re now able to have Toddler Time fall book sale will be held on Friday, twice a week, on both Wednesday October 14th from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Thursday mornings at 10 a.m., to and Saturday, October 15th from 9 accommodate the crowds. Each session a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Gorham Recreation will be the same so just choose the day Multipurpose Room next door to the that works best for you. library. As always, we have a huge selec- In previous years we’ve opened tion of donated books for this sale. early for Gorham Public Schools early Finally, this fall we will have a great release days. This year, there’s no need selection of new programs for adults because we’re open anyway. Don’t and kids alike. We’ll be celebrating forget about our new hours. We open Photo courtesy of Brian Dunn Banned Books Week, discussing how every day Monday - Saturday at 9:00 to defeat ticks and mosquitoes, learning Seven Seconds Left performed at Spire 29 on September 16 during a show organized by a.m. and are open late until 7:00 p.m. Zentangle, discussing Medicare options, Brian Dunn of DB Productions. on Tuesday - Thursday. and playing board games at our new For the grown-ups, our adult book monthly game nights. lle purr DB Productions was created when E S discussion series has begun for the fall For more details on these and all our GHS Student Intern Dunn saw a demand for younger and winter. This program is held rough- upcoming events, be sure to follow us shows and venues for smaller bands ly every other week on Thursdays at on Facebook and Twitter, sign up for Gorham resident Brian Dunn start- after his son’s band, Seven Seconds 10 a.m. While there are definitely some our monthly email newsletter, check ed the production company Dream Left, started performing. Brian saw a patrons that come to every session, our online calendar of events at www. Bomb Productions to provide an need for a place for teens to gather, everyone is welcome to drop in as they baxterlibrary.org, and visit us often. opportunity for high school age bands have fun, and go to shows, especially to perform shows. Dream Bomb with the dance controversy at Gorham Productions, or DB Productions, High School last year. He wanted organizes a place for teenage bands there to be a safe place in town where to play shows outside of the club and parents felt comfortable dropping Gorham Sightings bar scene. their kids off for the evening. Do you know where in Gorham this photo was So far, Dunn has organized three Dunn hopes to keep growing DB taken? Join our visual trivia discussion by enter- local shows, all at Spire 29 on School Productions as long as there are local ing your best guess on our Facebook page at Street. He provides the lighting, bands who want to play and venues www.facebook.com/gorhamtimes or email us at stage, props, and backdrops for the willing to host. If teen bands are inter- [email protected]. The photo in the Sep- bands. The most recent show was on ested in performing, he recommends tember 6, 2016 edition is the plaque on the front September 16 at Spire 29 and fea- messaging Dream Bomb Productions of the Historical Society Building on School St. Photo credit Roger Marchand tured Millipede Twin, Air Away, and on Facebook. Readers can also check Seven Seconds Left. the FB page for upcoming show dates. DSP CRMA FLOAT STAFF Looking for a change and a challenge? Casa, Inc. is looking for you! Due to program expansion, Casa is seeking new Float Staff. This position can be Full or Part Time and requires working every other weekend with fixed days off. $13.50-14.50 starting wage. Float Staff are required to workst 1 , 2nd or 3rd shift on scheduled days, must have a current CRMA certificate and reasonable driving record. If interested, call Mike or Mary at 879-6165 to discuss or stop by 741 Warren Ave in Portland. EOE.

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Celebrating 20 Years as Your Community Newspaper | September 22, 2016 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 3 LIVING Letters to the Editor Continued from Page 2 father and husband I was impressed For those of us who are frustrated by the amount of time Amy took to get by partisan bickering, it’s refreshing to Gorham Conservation to know our thoughts and concerns. be represented by Andrew, who invests During that discussion while standing significant time and energy in building in our driveway, Amy never asked our relationships with his colleagues across Commission to Host Trail Day political affiliation, pandered to our cir- the aisle. Time and again, he has dem- cumstances or pushed an agenda. My onstrated the capacity to work with oth- Chris Crawford wife and I were deeply impressed and ers and bring people together to find Staff Writer have found her to be the most accessi- common ground. ble and genuine political figure we have Andrew McLean is just who Gorham had the pleasure of knowing. and Scarborough need back in Augusta. It has become a rite of fall as On veteran’s issues the decision to In this political climate of extremes, we friends, neighbors, and families vote for Amy Volk is an easy one. She can’t afford to go backwards. gather to help maintain and improve appreciates the sacrifices of veterans and I hope you will join me in voting for the beautiful trail system at Tannery veteran families, and she demonstrates Andrew McLean this November. Brook Preserve in downtown that appreciation with her vote. Beyond Peter Allen Gorham. This year, the Gorham her support of veterans, Senator Volk Conservation Commission (GCC) Photo credit Janet Macleod Willis earns my support through the commit- Dear Gorham Times, will hold its 3rd Annual Fall Trail Day ment and energy she brings to improv- Having served four terms in the on Sunday morning, October 2 at It takes teamwork to keep the Tannery Brook ing Maine’s environment for small busi- State Legislature, I know what it takes 9:00 a.m. The group will meet at the trails in good hiking shape for everyone in ness and for her common sense in set- to be an effective legislator and Jean- end of Wentworth Drive off Gray Rd. Gorham to enjoy. ting the conditions for Maine’s families Marie Caterina has got it all! She is the (Route 202). There is plenty of park- to prosper. Amy Volk is the right choice best candidate for Senate District 30 ing available. Led by Dr. Rob Lavoie, GCC’s seven for Maine Senate. (Gorham, Scarborough and Buxton). The volunteers are passionate active members meet regularly. Colonel (retired) Bill Benson Caterina will bring a varied and about doing their part to help main- Lavoie said, “Along with advocacy for extensive work experience to Augusta. tain this natural gem. There are jobs preserving land and open space, we Dear Gorham Times, She currently co-owns five small busi- for all skills, ages and abilities, from have been tasked with creating and I am excited to support Andrew nesses and is a Scarborough Town brush clearing, trash pickup, path maintaining this trail network. It is McLean’s re-election to the Maine Councilor, but also has experience as a improvements, to wooden walkway a slow process but we have accom- House of Representatives. Over the last social worker and teacher. repair more. Wear sturdy shoes and plished so much already.” four years, Andrew has proven him- Caterina’s understanding of the inter- self an effective leader and advocate play between state revenue sharing, bug repellant and bring work gloves In addition to Tannery Brook, the for Gorham families. He has worked property taxes and education funding and a water bottle. If you have a GCC is also responsible for develop- behind the scenes to build consensus is exceptional. She recognizes the need favorite pair of loppers or cutters, ing and maintaining the Claire Drew Trail, located behind Narragansett around legislation to reduce property for the State to return to the towns their please feel free to bring them, too, taxes, fix our roads and bridges and full amount of revenue sharing so that School and the High School to Weeks but there will be plenty of tools for grow our economy. towns are not forced to raise property Road Trail. Maps for all the GCC everyone. Andrew has been particularly impres- taxes to fund their schools. Her strong trails can be found at their website Conservation Commissions were sive when it comes to transportation commitment to keeping property taxes created by the Maine legislature in is http://www.gorhamconservation. issues, so much so that he was appoint- low, allowing our seniors to age in place the 1970’s as a way for individual org/. These year round trails are ed Chair of the Legislature’s Transport and equipping our public schools to towns to identify, preserve and pro- bike- and dog-friendly. Bring your ation Committee after serving just two excel, is the change we need in Augusta. tect unique local natural resources. years. He has emerged as a respected Please join me in voting for Jean- Continued on Page 5 leader in Augusta on many issues, Marie Caterina for Senate! including transportation, education and Rep. Linda Sanborn economic development. Come help us celebrate 22 years of changing people’s lives.

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4 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | September 22, 2016 | Celebrating 20 Years as Your Community Newspaper Trail Day Continued from Page 4 MUNICIPAL camera and share your best pho- tos by posting them to the GCC’s SEPTEMBER 6, 2016 Facebook page (www.Facebook.com/ GorhamConservationCommission) where they will be entered in a ran- Town Council Report dom drawing to receive a GCC t-shirt. Jacob Adams The Town Council chose not to as an Industrial/Commercial Street. Staff Writer endorse a letter supporting the gift- The polls will be open for the ing of two parcels of land located November 8th State Presidential Councilor Roullard reported that off New Portland Road, by Shaw Election and the Annual Municipal the new location of the recycle bins at Brothers Construction to the Town for Election between the hours of 7:00 a.m. Public Works has less debris than the Recreational Trail purposes, in lieu of and 8:00 p.m. old location - this was echoed by Public filling in some wetland on their prop- Absentee ballots will be processed on Works Director, Bob Burns. erty on Mosher Road. (3 yeas, 4 nays; November 5 at 9:00 a.m., November 7 Councilor Hartwell is concerned Benner, Roullard, Stelk, Hartwell.) at 9:00 a.m., and November 8 at 11:00 about the traffic lights and traffic A request to amend Chapter II, a.m., 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. backed up at the Rt. 22 and Rt. 114 Section XIV of the Land Use and The Registrar of Voters will be in intersection. He also reminded people Development Code regarding Dog session: November 1 from 8:00 a.m. to of the severe drought in the area and Kennels, was referred to the Ordinance 4:00 p.m., November 2 from 8:00 a.m. encouraged people to pay attention Committee for their review and recom- to 4:00 p.m., November 3 from 8:00 and conserve water. mendations. a.m. to 7:00 p.m., November 4 Chairman Robinson reported that The Town Council authorized from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., November 7 there will be a dedication ceremony the purchase of a ladder fire engine from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., November on October 2 from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. from Ferrara Fire Apparatus Inc. for 8 from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Photo credit Janet Macleod Willis for the new Public Safety building. He $825,726 to replace the 27 year old The following Wardens and thanked voters for supporting the proj- Some younger volunteers get ready to test ladder fire engine as approved by vot- Ward Clerks were appointed for ect and encouraged everyone to take a newly constructed wood walkway built to ers in June 2016. the November 8th State Presidential the opportunity to go and look at the bridge a wet area on the trail. The Town Council also authorized Election and Annual Municipal Election: two new buildings. the purchase of a tank fire engine, Ward 1-1 Warden: Susan Emerson David Cole reminded people that from Ferrara Fire Apparatus Inc. for and Ward Clerk: Laurel Smith nomination papers are still avail- $511,147, to replace the 26 year old Ward 1-2 Warden: Kathy Corbett and able for three positions on the Town tank fire engine, as approved by voters Ward Clerk: Connie Loughran Council and two positions on the in June 2016. Ward 2 Warden: Marty Towle and School Board. Nomination papers are Cyr Drive, located in New Portland Ward Clerk: Nancy Kenty due by September 23 at 1:00 p.m. He Industrial Parkway Industrial Park, off Central Warden: Paula Nostrum and also acknowledged that Eco Maine New Portland Road, was accepted as a Ward Clerk: Alida Landry. Recycling will hold an open house on public road, and will be locally classified The Town Clerk is authorized to September 24. as an Industrial/Commercial street. make changes to these appointments An updated and amended Jenna Drive, also in New Portland as needed. Comprehensive Plan was approved by Parkway Industrial Park off New Complete minutes are avail- the Town Council. Photo credit Janet Macleod Willis Portland Road, was accepted as a public able on the Town’s website The Town Council sent an road, and will also be locally classified at www.gorham-me.org. Just minutes from downtown Gorham, the updated Cemetery Ordinance to the pond at Tannery Brook is a tranquil spot to Ordinance Committee for review relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. and recommendations. A liquor license renewal was 3rd Annual Fall Trail Day on approved for Ocean Gardens Restaurant October 2 at 9:00 a.m. and Tavern located at 390 Main Street.

Celebrating 20 Years as Your Community Newspaper | September 22, 2016 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 5 MUNICIPAL SCHOOL MAY 2016 Have an Interest? Get Involved! Gorham Police Department Arrests GHS and GMS Offer a Wide Variety of Extra • Maplewood Drive resident • Sebago Lake Road man was was arrested for Domestic Violence arrested for Criminal Restraint, Curricular Activities to Meet Student Interest Terrorizing and Criminal Mischief Aggravated Assault, Domestic • Arundel man was arrested for Violence Assault and Obstructing Compiled by Bruce Wyatt CLUBS: Domestic Violence Terrorizing Report of a Crime Student Intern Art Club: [email protected] • Shirley Lane resident was arrested • Buxton man was arrested for for Domestic Violence Assault Forgery Whether students play a school sport Civil Rights Team: Contact TBD • Strout’s Way woman was arrested • Tink Drive man was arrested for or not, there are many other clubs and Craft Club: [email protected] for Operating after Habitual Offender Aggravated Assault teams offered by the schools to reach as iTEAM: [email protected] Revocation and two charges Unlawful • Limerick woman was arrested for many students as possible. Contact the Possession of Scheduled Drugs and Operating Beyond License Restriction advisor to learn more about the club/ Math Club: veronica.scontra@gorham- Drug Paraphernalia and Misuse of • Cumberland Lane man was arrest- team and how to get involved this year. schools.org Identification ed for OUI • Westbrook man was arrested • Willow Circle man was arrested for Math Team: sheila.charle-mcatee@gorham- GORHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETICS: for Violation of a Protection from two counts of Failure to Pay Fine, and schools.org FALL Harassment Order Operating while License Suspended/ National History Day: Contact TBD • Naples man was arrested for oper- Revoked 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Boys ating after Habitual Offender License • Deering Road man was arrested and Girls Cross-Country Odyssey of the Mind: diane.knott@gorham- Revocation for Violating Conditions of Release, 7th, 8th Grade Girls Field Hockey schools.org • Standish woman was arrested for Criminal Threatening and Domestic 7th, 8th Grade Boys Soccer Ram Stop Student Store: veronica.scontras@ Operating Beyond License Restriction Violence Assault 7th, 8th Grade Girls Soccer gorhamschools.org • Brown Road man was arrested for • Windham woman was arrested 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Boys and Girls Tennis Domestic Violence Assault for OUI Robotics: [email protected] • Portland man was arrested for OUI • Limerick man was arrested for WINTER Steel Band: tracy.williamson@gorham- and Violating Conditions of Release Violating Conditions of Release 7th, 8th Grade Boys Basketball schools.org 7th, 8th Grade Girls Basketball Student Council: donna.pastore@gorham- 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Cheerleading schools.org SEPTEMBER 2016 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Boys and Girls Indoor Track GORHAM HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS: FALL Grand Jury Indictments Girls Cheerleading, Mixed Cheerleading Boys and Girls Cross-Country, Girls Field The Grand Jury returned the follow- after license revocation and violat- SPRING ing indictments for September: ing conditions of release on charges 7th, 8th Grade Boys Lacrosse Hockey, Boys Football, Boys Golf, Girls Golf, • Dustin Flowers, 35, of Gorham, was brought by Gorham PD. 7th, 8th Grade Girls Lacrosse Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer, Girls Volleyball indicted for unlawful possession of sched- • Arthur Ray Wilson, 61, of Limington, 7th, 8th Grade Boys Baseball uled drugs (heroin) and OUI refusal on was indicted for possession of a fire- 7th, 8th Grade Girls Softball WINTER charges brought by the Westbrook PD. arm by a prohibited person (felon) and 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Boys and Girls Track Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Boys Cheer- • Luke Stovall, 30, of South unlawful possession of scheduled drugs leading, Girls Cheerleading, Mixed Cheerlead- Portland, was indicted for operating on charges brought by Gorham PD. Article Continued on Page 7

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6 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | September 22, 2016 | Celebrating 20 Years as Your Community Newspaper Get Involved! Continued from Page 6 ing, Boys Ice Hockey, Girls Ice Hockey, Boys Outing Club/Rock Climbing Club: brigid.smith- and Girls Indoor Track, Girls Cross-Country [email protected] Skiing, Boys Downhill Skiing, Girls Downhill Pentatonix (PTX): jessica.soule@gorham- Skiing, Boys Swimming, Girls Swimming schools.org SPRING Prom: [email protected] Boys Baseball, Girls Softball, Boys Lacrosse, Rainbow League (LGBTQ): rob.roy@gorham- Girls Lacrosse, Boys Tennis, Girls Tennis, schools.org Boys Track and Field, Girls Track and Field Robotics Club: [email protected] CLUBS: SCHOLA (Yearbook): nan.acker-wolfhagen@ Acoustic Guitar Club: james.welsch@ gorhamschools.org gorhamschools.org and david.patterson@ Slam Poetry: [email protected] gorhamschools.org Spanish Club: [email protected] Book Club: [email protected] School Council: darren.panagakos@gorham- Civil Rights Team: rachael.grady@gorham- schools.org schools.org Student Council: sandra.rockett@gorham- Curling Club: [email protected] schools.org Dance Club: [email protected] Student Newspaper (“The Voice”): david. Debate Team: darren.panagakos@gorham- [email protected] schools.org One-Act Play/Thespian Society: josie.tierney- Dream Factory Club: amy.wyatt@gorham- [email protected] schools.org and jeanne.zarrilli@gorham- The Studio Club: [email protected] schools.org Ultimate Frisbee Club: david.farrington@ Equestrian Club: [email protected] gorhamschools.org Fall Drama: josie.tierney-fife@gorham- Video Production Club: darren.panagakos@ schools.org gorhamschools.org Film Makers Club: Contact TBD Writing Club: [email protected] Fishing Club: aaron.landry@gorhamschools. Youth in Government: david.farrington@ org and [email protected] gorhamschools.org French Club: Marc Paradis, marc.paradis@ gorhamschools.org Games Group: [email protected] GirlUp: [email protected] Gorham GIRLS (Growing Independent Respectful Leaders with Solidarity): jeanne. [email protected], sarah.drury@ gorhamschools.org , christina.stone@gor- hamschools.org Graphic Arts & Photography Club: robert. [email protected] Green Team: brigid.smith-franey@gorham- schools.org Interact Club: [email protected] Intramurals: [email protected] Key Club: [email protected] Literacy Magazine: david.patterson@gorham- schools.org Math Team: [email protected] Musical: [email protected], [email protected], and [email protected] National Honor Society (NHS): sally.hatch@ gorhamschools.org Odyssey of the Mind: diane.knott@gorham- schools.org

Celebrating 20 Years as Your Community Newspaper | September 22, 2016 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 7 SCHOOL

Photo credit Abbie vanLuling (except Megan Bennett is courtesy of Megan Bennett and Gorham Times Welcomes Student Interns Bruce Wyatt is courtesy of Wyatt family) Compiled by Andrea Morrell to expand her writing skills through the was thrilled to have the chance to Gorham Times this year. Basketball School News Editor Gorham Times. work with great writers and designers is his main focus when it comes to Elle Spurr is a and was also very excited to have the sports, but he also makes time for bik- If you see these students in the senior at GHS and opportunity to take photographs for the ing, surfing and snowboarding. This halls, at the game, or at the grocery has been interning for newspaper. vanLuling is excited to work summer, Wyatt put the majority of his store, be sure to let them know what a the Gorham Times towards her goal of a career in photog- energy towards biking. He completed great job they are doing and any pos- for almost a year. She raphy with the Gorham Times. the 180 mile, three-day, Trek Across sible story leads – we are always look- feels it has been such Marie Walton is a Maine and the 100 mile, one-day, ing for new ideas. an amazing experi- junior at GHS and is Prouty. Although school and sports are Avery Arena is ence as she has been able to interview new to the Gorham his primary focuses, he makes time for a senior this year many interesting people and write lots Times this year. She building mountain bike trails, volun- at Gorham High of articles. She is looking forward to col- loves to write, play teering at Preble Street Soup Kitchen, School (GHS). She lege next year and is interested in the field hockey and and doing activities with First Parish has interned with the arts and film as well as journalism. lacrosse, and be Church. He loves helping other people Gorham Times since Lydia Valentine involved with music and theater. She’s and volunteering, so when he was told she was a freshman. She also partici- is a freshman at GHS very excited to work with the Gorham about the internship in the Gorham pates in Odyssey of the Mind, School and has been writ- Times, learn a lot, and publish some Times, he was more than happy to vol- Council, Tennis, and as an intern on ing for the Gorham great writing. unteer and appreciates being given the political campaigns. Arena decided to Times since she was in Erin Wentworth opportunity. join the Gorham Times as a student fifth grade. She runs is a sophomore at The Gorham Times intern after she wrote an independent cross country, plays GHS and is new to the would also like to article about a competition she went to the violin, and plans to take part in the Gorham Times this recognize Megan and decided to keep going. GHS production of “Footloose” this year. She enjoys par- Bennett, who is Matilda McColl spring. She is very excited to write for ticipating in the con- currently studying is a sophomore at the Gorham Times this year with new cert band at GHS, playing flute and pic- Communications GHS. She wrote sev- opportunities. colo, and playing the alto saxophone in as a sophomore at the University of eral articles for the Abbie vanLuling the jazz band. Wentworth also plays soc- Southern Maine. Bennett has been Gorham Times when is a junior at GHS and cer for the GHS girls’ soccer team. She an intern for the Gorham Times since she was in seventh is new to the Gorham decided to intern for the Gorham Times her sophomore year at GHS. She has grade, so when her Times this year. She because she would like to become written many stories for the news- English teacher approached her regard- is involved in many more involved with the community and paper, but one of her biggest con- ing an internship, she was very excited. activities: GHS Varsity find more chances to write, and what tributions has been coverage of the McColl has been dancing at the Dance volleyball, school a great opportunity GHS graduations in 2015 and 2016. Studio of Maine for four years and this musicals, the GHS Interact Club, and to do both. She’s Bennett shared that the Gorham year will be her third competition sea- GHS Chamber Singers to name a few. looking forward to a Times has been an outlet for her to son. Outside of school and dance, she vanLuling has a passion for photogra- great year. pursue her love for writing and she is enjoys volunteering through the high phy, design, and literature. When the Bruce Wyatt is a thankful for the unique opportunities school’s Key Club. She hopes to be even opportunity to join the team of interns sophomore at GHS the paper has given her to be a part more involved in the community and for the Gorham Times was offered, she and is new to the of the team.

Photo credit Abbie vanLuling (except Megan Bennett is courtesy of Megan Bennett)

8 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | September 22, 2016 | Celebrating 20 Years as Your Community Newspaper SEPTEMBER 14, 2016 GHS Staff Deliver School Committee Meeting “Ram-sicles” to

Kathy Corbett appreciation for the improvements to ing a PBL system district-wide by Beat the Heat Staff Writer the facilities made over the summer. the 2020-21 school year. It is posted Norman Justice, facilities and trans- on the Gorham School District web- At the first regular meeting of the portation director, gave an illustrated site, as are Superintendent Perry’s School Committee, Superintendent report on the projects completed goals for the 2016-17 school year and Heather Perry announced that 2,745 with bond funds from last fall’s ref- those of the School Committee, which students are enrolled in district erendum. These ranged from less were also unanimously approved at schools, an increase of 48 students obvious but vital improvements to the meeting. over fall 2015. However, there are 64 roofs, HVAC systems, locks, alarms In addition to creating a strate- more students in grades K-5 than last systems and security cameras to more gic plan for the district and moving year and 16 fewer in grades 6-12. The visible upgrades to staff break rooms forward on implementing the PBL district now has 13 kindergarten class- and work space at Village School, the system, the superintendent’s goals Photo credit Brian MacDougall rooms in its three elementary schools. cafeteria prep area at GHS, and the include discussions on lengthening Gorham will participate in a regional libraries at both Village School and the school day, improving internal With temperatures reaching near 90 degrees Substitute Teacher Job Fair on October GHS. Maintenance staff and bus driv- and external communication, and during the second week of school, the GHS 1 at Husson University. Perry said the ers did much of the preparation work working with the school committee principals and athletic director teamed up to district has 20 fewer substitute teach- before contractors came in to finish to address capital needs at the high deliver 960 popsicles (a portion of which were ers than at the end of last year and the jobs. school and adjacent athletic fields. donated by Gorham Hannaford), known at the is looking to fill those positions. She Assistant Superintendent Chris The committee voted unani- high school as “ram-sicles,” to students and also reported that Star 360 testing has Record reported that Title I funds will mously to hire first-grade teacher staff. Pictured (left to right) are: Assistant Prin- begun across the district. This new for- be used to provide supplemental Samantha Morton and girls’ soccer cipal Ryan Watts, Assistant Principal Kim Slipp, mative evaluation test takes less time reading and math instruction for K-5 coach Jason Simpson. Principal Brian Jandreau, and Athletic Director and provides more useful data than the students in the lowest 25% for achieve- Tim Spear. NWEA test used previously. ment in those subjects. Additional Title Each of the district principals I funds are being used for professional reported on the first week of school, development. citing student enthusiasm and parent The School Committee voted (5-0, involvement in welcoming activities. Wright, Burns absent) to approve Brian Jandreau, GHS principal, com- the 2016-17 Proficiency Based mented that the students appreciate Learning Action Plan submitted by the new 70 minute class schedule with Superintendent Perry. The plan fewer subjects each day. All expressed advances the goal of implement- School Notes The fourth annual Madison Essay Competition, sponsored by the Gorham Republican Com- mittee, is now open to all Gorham residents in grades 6, 7, and 8. This includes students in home school programs and private schools. This year’s question is: Is There a Conflict between Liberty and the Common Good? Submissions must be received by November 4. One entrant will receive $250 prize money and two runners-up will each receive $100. FMI, and to request your essay packet, e-mail: [email protected].

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10 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | September 22, 2016 | Celebrating 20 Years as Your Community Newspaper SPORTS 2nd Annual Memorial More Than A Race: The Stephen Ward 9/11 Memorial 5K Golf Tournament Recap

Scott Burnheimer Guest Writer

The second annual Julie P Burnheimer Golf Scramble took place at the Gorham Country Club on July 16. The tournament benefitted the Jimmy Fund with the intent to also sponsor two Gorham High School scholarships in memory of Julie. A full field of thirty-six teams turned out to have fun and support the fight to cure cancer. Key Bank was again Photo courtesy of Jason Tanguay the tournament sponsor with Moody’s Collision Centers sponsoring the air Members of the Gorham High School Cross Country team and their parents were among cannon on the first hole. The cannon, many volunteers who helped make the Stephen Ward Memorial 5K Race a moving and which was a big hit with all of the golf- memorable community event on the 15th anniversary of the September 9/11 terrorist attacks. ers, gave participants a chance to fire their golf ball toward the first hole with a firing device instead of their drivers. Martin Gagnon The overall winner of the 5K race was Gorham’s Peter Downing with a time of With a successful firing of the can- Photo credit Sara Burnheimer Sports Editor 18:20. Other Gorham residents finishing non, the shooter had a good chance Local resident Keegan Ballantyne fires the air “Grief is a bully. Staging the 9/11 in the top fifteen included Bill Benson of landing their ball on the green near cannon toward the first hole during the Julie P 5K is standing up to the bully. It’s the (7th), Tim Zerillo (8th), Brendhan the hole, therefore giving their team a Burnheimer Memorial Golf Tournament. refusal to spend the anniversary of McDevitt (10th), Barbara Slager (11th), good kick start to their scores. that horror cowering and crying and Sarah Plummer (12th), Maria McInnis Local golfers David Gushee, Vaughn filling my head with memories of how (13th), Luke Walsh (14th), and Shane Gushee, Ian Ryan, and Rocky Myers efforts, the tournament surpassed my brother died. Instead, I will stand Zerillo (15th). won first place gross prizes, while a last year’s fundraising by raising over with my family and create an event The Ward family established the team of friends from Bentley University $14,000. The family will soon be visit- to attend on September 11th that is Stephen G. Ward Memorial Scholarship won the net first place. ing Dana-Farber and presenting the respectful to the memory of that day, Fund in memory of the GHS graduate but is also hopeful and forward think- who lost his life in the attacks while GHOP, Maine Total Technology, hospital with a large donation. Next ing. That has been and will continue working on the 101st floor of the North Carter’s Auto and Great Falls Marketing year’s tournament date has been set to be our goal.” - Susan Moore, sister of Tower of the World Trade Center. were card sponsors. Over 30 other for July 15, 2017. Stephen Ward Proceeds from the 9/11 Memorial 5K businesses and individuals partnered Marking the 15th anniversary of the go into the fund which awards a yearly with the tournament as hole sponsors. September 11 terrorist attacks, over 200 scholarship to assist a Gorham High Poland Spring Water of Hollis gifted participants of all ages took part in the School graduate in attaining a post-sec- cases of water through their nonprofit annual Stephen Ward 9/11 Memorial 5K ondary education. donation program, and many business- Sports Etc. Run/Walk that honors the memory of A full listing of all the finish times can Gorham’s Stephen Ward and all those be found at http://www.coolrunning.com/ es and golf courses donated articles for A Little Tennis Anyone?: Gorham door prizes as well. killed in the tragic attacks. results/16/me/Sep11_911Mem_set1.shtml resident Dhafir Johnson, a member of The Burnheimer family wishes to thank the many participants, busi- the Gorham Recreation Tennis Group, nesses and individuals who partnered was hired as a private tennis instructor in some way to make this tourna- for Mitt Romney’s grandchildren on Lake ment again a success. With everyone’s Winnipesaukee this summer. For Less Than $12 a Day -

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Celebrating 20 Years as Your Community Newspaper | September 22, 2016 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 11 COMMUNITY ENROLLMENTS Thomas Leach (GHS ’16) enrolled at Champlain College, Burlington, VT for the fall 2016 semester. Leach is a first-year student studying Computer Science and Innovation.

Collin Jones (GHS ’16) joined the Class of 2020 at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY, for the 2016-2017 school year.

HONORS Jordanne Mercier (GHS ’16) was accepted to Susquehanna University’s highly selective Honors Program. Approximately 10 percent of each entering class is invited to join the Honors Program. To remain in the program, students must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.4. Mercier is a language-undeclared emphasis and French major in the Class of 2020 and is the daughter of Pam and Doug Mercier.

DEAN’S LIST Alexandra Sturtevant (GHS ’12), Delaware Valley University, Doylestown, PA

FUNDRAISERS The Gorham-based dog rescue Helping Paws will hold their annual fundraising event on October 1 from 6 to 11 p.m. at Spire 29, 29 School Street. Light snacks, cash bar, silent auction, raffle, live band “Under the Covers”. $15. FMI, helpingpawsme.org. AAA recently named Moody’s Collision Center of Gorham as their Maine facility of the year. The facility of the year award is presented each year honoring one outstanding AAA Approved Auto Body OF INTEREST facility in each of the Northern New England states. Scoring is derived from an annual customer sat- The White Rock Grange #380, located at 33 Wilson Road, recently honored two long-term isfaction rating based on AAA’s service evaluation card responses. Moody’s in Gorham scored the dedicated Grange members: Steve Orach for 65 years and Pauline Spencer for 40 years. highest AAA rating of all participating auto body shops in Maine.

USM’s Office of Admissions will host a college fair on Sept. 27 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Fall Trail Day with Gorham Conservation Commission at Tannery Brook. Help ready the trails for the Costello Sports Complex on the Gorham Campus. Come chat with representatives from winter! Sunday, October 2 at 9 a.m. at the end of Wentworth Drive (off Gray Road). more than 160 colleges and universities. The First Parish Congregational Church, 1 Church Street, will hold a Chicken Pie Supper on The public is invited to a dedication ceremony for the Firefighter Memorial, followed by a Saturday, Sept. 24 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. $10 adults / $5 children under 12. cookout and an open house for the two Public Safety facilities on October 2 at 12:00 p.m. West Gorham Union Church, 190 Ossipee Trail, will hold a Public Supper on Saturday, Oct. 1 The 30th Anniversary Celebration and Annual Meeting of the Presumpscot Regional Land Trust starting at 5 p.m. with tickets on sale starting at 4 p.m. Three kinds of beans, hot dogs, chicken pie, will be held at Randall Orchard on Sunday, Oct. 2 at 5 p.m. to celebrate their first 30 years with a American chop suey, casseroles, salads, homemade pies. $8/$3 children under 12. FMI, 839-5946. cider pressing and tasting tour, and a program highlighting 30 years of conservation successes and the leaders who made it possible. Free, but space is limited. RSVP required at www.prlt.org/links. ON-GOING EVENTS The Gorham Food Pantry, located at 299-B Main St. (parking lot of St. Anne’s Catholic Church), is open every Thursday morning from 9 to 11 a.m. and the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 6 to 7 p.m. Free for Gorham residents in need. FMI, 222-4351 or visit www.gorham- foodpantry.org.

The Lakes Region Senior Center, located at the Little Falls Activity Center, 40 Acorn Street, is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join them daily for coffee, tea and socializing. Ongoing daily activities include Mahjong on Mondays - beginners welcome. FMI, Diane 892-9529; Tuesday crafts and card games. FMI, Avis 892-0298; The Memoir Writing Group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. FMI, David 892-5604; Thursday Table Games at 10 a.m. and Friday Art Workshop at 9 a.m. FMI, 892-0299.

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, walk- LUNCH & LEARN ers, canes and more. FMI, 839-4579, 839-3630, 839-2484 or 839-3859. Mission Statements: Beyond the USM EVENTS Words...to the $$$ The Department of Theatre will present “Under Milk Wood”, a play for voices by Dylan Thomas, directed by Andrew Harris from Sept. 30 to Oct. 9. $15 general public; $11 seniors/USM employ- Thursday, October 6th ees/alumni; $8 students. FMI, 780-5151 or usm.maine.edu/theatre. 12:15 PM @ Gorham Savings Bank The University of Southern Maine is hosting numerous events this fall relating to Maine’s (Corporate Office - 10 Wentworth Drive) growing engagement in the Arctic region. ICELANDx207, Abromson Center and Glickman Complete Lunch included by Mister Bagel Family Library, Portland Campus (through October $10 - GBE Members / $15 - Non-members Annual Fundraising Event October 1st 2016 3); Lightning Workshops, How aligned is the mission statement of your business or organization 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm USM Brooks Center, Gorham with who you are and what you do best? Come discover your answer Campus (Sept. 26, 11 a.m.- Spire 29 1:30 p.m.; Sept. 27, 6-7:30 along with tips to re-align where it would be helpful. 29 School Street | Gorham, ME p.m.); The New North Atlantic Kris McCrea, PCC, ELI-MP Light Snacks and Cash Bar with Historian Dr. John Gillis, Kris is the President & CEO at McCrea Coaching. She works with busi- Silent Auction and Raffle nesses and organizations to help them redesign how they do their work Entertainment by local band Portland Campus (Sept. and engage their people. She gets totally energized when she sees her “UNDER THE COVERS” 28, 5-7 p.m.); Northwest clients transform from a business of micro-managing and putting out Passage: Navigating Old Tickets $15 fires everyday, to a thriving environment with leaders leading the way Beliefs and New Realities, and a highly engaged productive team. For more info: www.helpingpawsme.org | [email protected] Portland Campus. FMI, (800) She also coaches private clients who want to increase their level of con- 800-4USM. fidence, create meaningful change in their life, make more money and have more time for fun. Her philosophy is to partner with her clients to Fresh Produce • Seedlings help them re-connect to their mojo; to ignite the energy and capacity within themselves. Meats • Flowers & Herbs Breads & Pastries Specialty Foods Fiber Products • Soaps Cheese & Butter • Eggs Maple Syrup • Honey Register online at: www.gorhambusiness.org 8:30 am - 12:30 pm South Street in Gorham or for additional information, call 351-5973. http://www.facebook.com/GreaterGorhamFarmersMarket

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DID YOU HEAR THAT BOOM? Willowdale caller reported blasting around 7:20 p.m. Officer did not find any blasting. Officer spoke with a neighbor who thought it might have been a tremor.

Officer assisted a citizen who was lost with Caller was concerned that she might get directions on how to get to the mall. poked by porcupine needles in her dog. Officer told her that was very unlikely. Burglaries were reported on Tapley Drive and Weeks Road. Suspicious person on Spiller Road was tur- key hunting. Hunter was advised to contact Two intoxicated women on Shaw’s Mill property owner in the future to get permis- Road were transported to their homes. sion to hunt on his property. Ossipee Trail caller wanted person’s vehicle Mosher Road caller reported a squirrel removed as everyone was intoxicated. trapped in a bedroom. Officer opened the Officer responded to a disorderly conduct bedroom window but did not not see the call. It was an argument between property squirrel. Officer provided caller with a have owner and a driver who had stopped in a heart trap. man’s parking lot to use his cell phone. Sebago Lake Road caller reported neigh- Parties were separated. bor’s chickens were getting into her yard by Suspicious person hunting turkeys on coming under the fence and were chasing Gordon Farms Road was gone when officer her children. Neighbor apologized. Had not arrived. realized chickens were roaming that far. Weeks Road driver was charged with OUI Amy’s Way caller reported a fox got two of and endangering the welfare of a child. their chickens.

Moody Land/Farm Stand Continued from Page 1

Photo credit Roger Marchand was bought and developed as a subdivi- are attempting to maintain some bal- sion. Hawkes Farm was on the other ance between the green space and the side of Main Street and many locals homes being built.” patronized their farm stand, buying The Moodys just finished plant- fresh corn and raspberries for many ing a cover crop that will be plowed years until they closed. The property under to create nutrition for the was sold to a developer who turned it soil. Chris Moody is fixing up the into Hawkes Farm subdivision. Wagner interior of the house on the prop- Farm on Libby Avenue, where many erty, and at a later date, work will be people picked strawberries every sum- done to the exterior. mer, is now a subdivision as well. Once the work is done, they plan to The Moodys knew that the same fate contact The Maine Farmland Trust, an was likely for the Chapman’s 20 acre organization that works with beginning property unless they intervened. When farmers who are looking for their first it came on the market, they decided to farm. The Moodys hope that a family purchase the property and restore it as will live in the house, work the land a working farm. and own their own business. The Moody family has lived in They plan to build a farm stand Gorham for four generations and building and hope to be selling vegeta- wanted to do something to honor both bles and flowers beginning next sum- the Chapmans and the agricultural mer. They haven’t decided on a specific background of Gorham. “Gorham is a name yet, but will choose one that working community and I would like honors the Chapmans for their many to see it still working,” Moody said. “We contributions to Gorham.

Historical Society Update Continued from Page 1 able for research. George Watson, Members hope that the re-organiza- the long-time archivist, retired at age tion meeting will generate ideas for cre- 93. Brenda Caldwell, the Society’s ative, educational programing that will executive secretary, now serves as give greater visibility and involve more archivist and works with other vol- Gorham residents. Open to anyone unteers to keep the archives open by interested in Gorham history, member- appointment. ship is $10 annually. In addition to the archives, the In addition to offering monthly pro- Historical Society owns a 72 acre farm grams and establishing regular archive on Barstow Road donated in 2006 for hours, the Gorham Historical Society educational, historical agricultural and would like to make people aware of the recreational purposes. Hay harvested Town’s rich history by partnering with at the Jim Eddy Homestead property local organizations and participating in helps pay for upkeep. civic events.

14 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | September 22, 2016 | Celebrating 20 Years as Your Community Newspaper CALENDAR CLASSIFIEDS THURSDAY, SEPT. 22 FOR RENT • Ultimate Frisbee Pick Up Game, 5:30 p.m. Gorham Middle School fields. No charge. Beginners welcome. FMI, Benjamin Quang, [email protected]. OFFICE FOR RENT IN GORHAM VILLAGE. One large office with small waiting area, • Baby & Me (birth-18 months), 9:30-9:50 a.m., Baxter Memorial Library. FMI, 222-1190. shared restroom, off street parking and utilities included. FMI call (207) 839-2923. • Toddler Story Time (18-36 months), 10-10:30 a.m., Baxter Memorial Library. FMI, 222-1190. FOR SALE SATURDAY, SEPT. 24 • Greater Gorham Farmer’s Market, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m., 71 South Street (Public park adja- CORNER ENTERTAINMENT CENTER BI-FOLD. Very good condition. Unfinished furniture cent to Baxter Memorial Library). May through October. professionally painted antique blue. Paid $512. 30 1/2" high, 40" long. 23" at deepest • Chicken Pie Supper, First Parish Congregational Church, 1 Church Street (Route 114), part. Plenty of room on inside w/2 shelves and enclosed front doors. Only $195. Call 5-6:30 p.m. $10/$5. FMI, 839-6751. Linda in Gorham 207-222-2052. MONDAY, SEPT. 26 MUSIC LESSONS • The Gorham Republican Committee meets every fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. EXPERIENCED PIANO TEACHER. New to Gorham. Reasonable rates for lessons. FMI All registered Republicans are welcome. FMI, 415-2673. call Cecile at 207-332-6117. • Community dinner, sponsored by the Gorham Ecumenical Council, Catholic Church of Saint Anne, 299 Main Street. Roast turkey dinner with all the trimmings. 5:30 p.m. Free PIANO LESSONS. Experienced, patient teacher. Free trial lesson. Call Peggy at 839-6141. food and fellowship! All are welcome. Donations are accepted. VOICE AND PIANO lessons at my Gorham studio. BA in Music Ed. Call Paul 281-3557. TUESDAY, SEPT. 27 • Preschool Story Time (ages 3-5), 9:30-10:15 a.m., Baxter Memorial Library. FMI, 222-1190. [email protected]. • Toddler Story Time (18-36 months), 10-10:30 a.m., Baxter Memorial Library. FMI, 222-1190. • College Fair: Representatives for more than 160 colleges and universities, USM, Costello SERVICES Sports Complex, Gorham, 6:30-8:30 p.m. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING. Specializing in older homes. Low rates, quality work. Free estimates. Call Dave Hall, 929-4469. Recommended by Peter and Kate Mason. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 28 • Story Time, birth-3 years old, 10-10:30 a.m., North Gorham Public Library. FMI, 892-2575. VINCE'S WINDOW CLEANING. Because…windows are a pane. Residential and commercial. • Town of Gorham Senior Lunch Program, St. Anne’s Church, Gorham. Opens at 11 a.m. Call (207) 625-4041 or email [email protected]. Lunch served promptly at 12 p.m. $4. FMI, 839-4857. • Adult Zentangle Class with Sarah Copperberg, 6-6:45 p.m., Baxter Memorial Library. Zentangle is a relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images using repetitive patterns. This form of art increases focus and creativity. Seating is limited to 30 students, register at 222-1190, [email protected] or stopping by the circulation desk. Part Time BHP Children’s Services Staff

THURSDAY, SEPT. 29 Interested in working with children? Casa, Inc. is looking for staff to work • Ultimate Frisbee Pick Up Game, 5:30 p.m. Gorham Middle School fields. No charge. with children with disabilities in Portland, Scarborough, South Portland and Beginners welcome. FMI, Benjamin Quang, [email protected]. Westbrook. These are Part Time positions, afternoon and/or weekend shifts. • Baby & Me (birth-18 months), 9:30-9:50 a.m., Baxter Memorial Library. FMI, 222-1190. • Toddler Story Time (18-36 months), 10-10:30 a.m., Baxter Memorial Library. FMI, 222-1190. You must be 20 1/2 years of age, have a reasonable driving record, and a high • Struggling Readers: Sarah Rimkunas of Magic Moments Tutoring will lead a program on school diploma or GED. spotting reading difficulties and how parents can help with their child’s reading success. If interested, call 879-6165 and ask to speak 6-7 p.m., Baxter Memorial Library. FMI, 222-1190. with a Children’s Services Coordinator. • Book Club: “The Negotiator” by George Mitchell, Baxter Memorial Library, 10 a.m. FMI, 222-1190. SATURDAY, OCT. 1 • Greater Gorham Farmer’s Market, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m., 71 South Street (Public park adja- cent to Baxter Memorial Library). May through October. • Helping Paws Annual Fundraising Event, Spire 29, 29 School Street, 6-11 p.m. Light snacks, cash bar, silent auction, raffle, live band “Under the Covers”. $15. FMI, helping- pawsme.org. SUNDAY, OCT. 2 • Gorham Conservation Commission at Tannery Brook, Fall Trail Day, 9 a.m. at the end of Wentworth Drive. Help ready the trails for winter. • Join the Lakes Region Senior Center at Oxford Casino for brunch! Bus leaves Little Falls Activity Center, 40 Acorn Street, at 8:30 a.m. Riders contribute to carpool gas fund. FMI, 839-6353. • Dedication Ceremony and Open House for the Firefighter Memorial and Public Safety facili- ties, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 2 State Street TUESDAY, OCT. 4 • The Gorham Cancer Prayer and Support Group, Cressey Road United Methodist Church, 6 Eat-In or Call Ahead p.m. All are welcome. FMI, 321-1390 or 839-3111. for Take-Out A comfortable place WEDNESDAY, OCT. 5 to bring a family. • Story Time, birth-3 years old, 10-10:30 a.m., North Gorham Public Library. • Town of Gorham Senior Lunch Program, St. Anne’s Church, Gorham. Opens at 11 a.m. Lunch served promptly at 12 p.m. $4. FMI, 839-4857. Fresh Dough Daily • Preschool Story Time (ages 3-5), 9:30-10:15 a.m., Baxter Memorial Library. FMI, 222-1190. • Toddler Story Time (18-36 months), 10-10:30 a.m., Baxter Memorial Library. FMI, 222-1190. Fresh Salads • Calzones • Adult Zentangle Class with Sarah Copperberg, 6-6:45 p.m., Baxter Memorial Library. Zentangle is a relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images using repetitive patterns. Pasta • Grinders • Beer & Wine This form of art increases focus and creativity. Seating is limited to 30 students, register at 222-1190, [email protected] or stopping by the circulation desk. Great Pizza and more!! THURSDAY, OCT. 6 • Ultimate Frisbee Pick Up Game, 5:30 p.m. Gorham Middle School fields. No charge. Beginners welcome. FMI, Benjamin Quang, [email protected]. Call 839-2504 or FAX orders to 839-2148 We Work with All We accept Visa and MasterCard Insurance Companies Joe Wyman has been doing auto body and collision work for over 50 years and at the same Gorham location for over 35 years. Hours: Sun. - Thurs. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. I-Car Certified • ASE Certified • Major Collision • All vehicle types • Sandblasting Free Pick-up and Deliveries within a 15-mile Radius. Free loaner cars. Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. to Midnight ALL WORK WARRANTIED

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