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Volume 25 Number 13 | June 27, 2019 A Not-for-Profit Newspaper Serving Gorham Since 1995 [ HAPPY SUMMER, GORHAM \ TAKING A SUMMER BREAK: TO HONOR THE HARD WORK OF OUR STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS, THE GORHAM TIMES WILL ENJOY A SHORT BREAK AFTER THIS ISSUE. THE NEXT ISSUE WILL BE DATED JULY 25. State Champs USM’s Gorham Campus Undergoing Major Renovations

Diane Abramson stir-fry kiosk. Additionally, Staff Writer more than 100 seats will be added, increasing the din- The University of Maine is planning ing hall’s capacity to 475. major renovations to its Gorham cam- According to Nancy pus for the 2019-2020 school year as Davis Griffin, Vice part of a $7 million investment. At the President for Enrollment forefront is a $2 million dining hall Management & Chief Graphic courtesy of USM renovation which started in May and Operations Officer, “we USM students will return to a new dining hall this fall as part is scheduled to be completed before have a record number of of the university’s renovations. students return in the fall. The cost of students signing up for the project is being paid for in partner- housing due in large part Photo by Michelle Michaud ship with Sodexo, the university’s food to the dining hall and campus renova- Dining Hall roof, installation of an services and facilities management tions. In 2015, we had 1,000 students emergency generator and replace- The Lady Rams are state champs in the 4 company. living on campus. For the 2019-2020 ment of electrical service at the Brooks x 100 relay. Shown left to right: Freshmen “We’ve received extensive feedback school year, we will be at maximum Student Center, removal of existing Emma Green, Sydney Connolly, and Maddie from our students and want to provide capacity of 1,450.” ceiling tiles containing asbestos in Michaud along with sophomore Nevaeh a bigger menu, more options, and a In addition to the dining hall reno- Bailey Hall, and replacement of the Moore won with a time of 50.20 seconds. cleaner, more appealing look to the vations, Woodward Residence Hall Hill Gym floor. The time also became a new school record facility.” will undergo extensive renovations to The Academy Building is also show- which they had set the week before. The renovated dining hall will its main lobby, bathrooms, and stairs, ing signs of wood rot, which Griffin include a health and wellness sta- as well as a fire alarm replacement. says is in the works to be repaired. tion with a full salad bar, smoothies, “One and a half million dollars will be “We want to honor the historical sig- Main Street and made-to-order deli sandwiches; put into Woodward Hall alone. This nificance of the building. We currently a Simple Servings station catering to includes a first floor facelift that will have specialists evaluating the problem students with food allergies; a You- really transform the hall,” said Griffin. and hope to start repairs this summer Construction Cook area which will allow students Additional structural and mechani- that are in line with maintaining the to prepare their own meals; a gas-fired cal work to be completed this summer historical importance of the building.” Begins brick oven for pizzas and pasta; and a includes replacement of the Brooks Continued on Page 6 Courtesy of Maine Department of Transportation The Maine Department of Trans- USM Will Not House Asylum Seekers portation (MDOT) was scheduled to begin paving work along Route Kathy Corbett On June 19, representatives from the U.S. border and are legally free 25 (Main Street) in Gorham and Staff Writer five local communities who are to move around the country while Westbrook on June 14. Shaw Brothers members of The Metro Regional they seek asylum in the immigration Construction is the contractor of the In response to as many as 300 asy- Council (MRC), a working group courts. A 1994 immigration law pro- project which includes improvements lum seekers arriving in Portland in of The Greater Portland Council of hibits them from working until they to traffic signals, drainage, water mains, early June, the University of Southern Governments (GPCOG), met to dis- are granted asylum, or until 180 days and safety. The anticipated completion Maine offered to house up to 200 cuss how their towns could aid the after they make application. date is August 1, 2020. people in a Gorham Campus dorm asylum seekers. They plan to reach MRC is investigating offers from The project area begins where Route until August 3. Portland City Manager out to landlords and developers in residents of surrounding towns to 25 intersects with Cressey Road in Jon Jennings, however, declined the their communities to find vacant take in families while their asylum Gorham and extends east for approxi- offer because “the city has decided to housing for about 60 families still at cases are being processed. In addi- mately five miles, ending at the south- focus on providing more long-term the Expo in Portland. Town Council tion, some communities are tapping eastern most intersection of Route 25 housing alternatives,” but added that member Virginia Wilder-Cross rep- their tight General Assistance bud- and Conant Street in Westbrook. he was “so appreciative of the USM resented Gorham at the meeting. gets for aid. Governor Janet Mills has Two-way traffic will be maintained offer.” She said, “As soon as we know what given assurance that the state will during daytime hours. There will be In a message to the USM com- the specific needs are, the Town of offer some assistance, but there is one-way, alternating traffic during some munity, President Glenn Cummings Gorham is prepared to assist.” concern about the cost to taxpayers. night work. All milling and paving work thanked those “who worked so hard Most asylum seekers are from the However, donations to non-profits will be done at night. to figure out how we could do this Democratic Republic of Congo or from individuals, organizations, and The MDOT has done paving and and many others who offered to vol- Angola and fled violence in their some municipalities are assisting with sidewalk improvement work on Route unteer once families arrived.” home countries. They arrived at the emergency response. 237 (Mosher Road). The project began one-third of a mile north of Queen Street and extended north to the Route 202 intersection. Glidden Excavating & insidetheTimes ELDERS & EXERCISE Paving, Inc. of Gorham was the contrac- 2 Augusta 14 Community 11 Sports 15 Classified tor on this project, which was sched- ARTICLE PAGE 11 uled to be finished by June 21. 5 Municipal 7 School 15 Calendar 15 Blotter 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 ­­Bringing the News to All of Gorham us with “News from Augusta.” We publish their articles on a rotating basis. The submissions are devoted to updates of legislative and administrative news, PO Box 401 proposed and passed bills and laws, and developments and events that are of interest and have an impact to Gorham residents. The Gorham Times reserves Gorham, Maine 04038 the right to edit the submissions and it further reserves the right to reject any submission, in its sole discretion. Phone and Fax: (207) 839-8390 [email protected] www.gorhamtimes.com —— The Gorham Times is a free volunteer-run A Bipartisan Budget and Gorham community newspaper distributed every other Thursday to more than 100 pick-up sites throughout Gorham. —— News [email protected] Main Street Reconstruction Sports [email protected] and municipalities will now be reim- The project will begin soon and Features [email protected] Rep. Andrew McLean Of Interest [email protected] bursed for 70% of the revenue they lose will be completed around August 1, Calendar item [email protected] Last week, the Legislature passed the through the exemption. This helps our 2020. The reconstruction will begin Advertising gorhamtimesadvertising@ state’s two year budget with bipartisan property taxpayers and ensures towns where Route 25 intersects with Cressey gmail.com or 839-8390 support. While no budget funds every- are not burdened by an increased loss Road in Gorham and extends east for School News [email protected] thing, I am confident that this budget of revenue. approximately five miles, ending at the —— Subscriptions addresses concerns about school fund- I’m glad to report we put $125 mil- southeasternmost intersection of Route $18/year in Gorham; $23/year elsewhere ing, health care coverage, property tax lion towards MaineCare expansion that 25 and Conant Street in Westbrook. $13/year for college subscription relief and our most pressing needs. will be matched by $700 million in Two-way traffic will be maintained dur- Subscriptions and renewals are available This budget was constructed within the federal funds. As I said in my last col- ing daytime hours, but there will be online on our website. state’s financial means, and I’m happy umn, nearly 20,000 people were able one-way, alternating traffic during some —— General Manager: Bruce Hepler to report that there was money left over to enroll into the MaineCare program night work. This is one of the most sig- Editor: Leslie Dupuis to put into the “Rainy Day” fund. between January and the beginning of nificant projects undertaken in Gorham Business Manager: Stacy Sallinen In education funding, we allocated May. Many of our neighbors are now in many years, and the end result will Advertiser Coordinator: Stacy Sallinen an additional $111 million for K-12 receiving the care they need that was be a much better Main Street. Design/Production: Shirley Douglas public education to support our teach- previously out of reach. As the legislative session comes to a Staff Writers: Diane Abramson, Jacob Adams, Kathy Corbett, John Ersek, Sheri Faber, ers and students. We’ve also invested These and other portions of the bud- close, I want to remind residents that Edmund Ricker $18 million into the School Revolving get came together in a bipartisan way, our legislative office remains active Features: Chris Crawford Renovation Fund, which supports and I want to thank my colleagues on year-round. If you are having difficulty Photographers: Amanda Landry, Roger schools in need of repair. the Appropriations and Financial Affairs navigating state agencies, have ques- Marchand I am most excited to share the prop- Committee for their hard work. This is tions about policymaking or just want Public Service: Lori Arsenault Sports: Destiny Cook erty tax relief included in this budget. a budget I was proud to vote for. to voice your concerns, please be in School News: Andrea Morrell When I knocked on doors last year, On a local note, I am pleased to touch. I also send out periodic e-mail Social Media Coordinator: Karen DiDonato the biggest take away was that prop- announce that the MaineDOT will updates throughout the year. If you Digital Content Manager: Bailey O’Brien erty taxes continue to rise and more begin the reconstruction of Main would like to receive these updates, Webmaster: Judi Jones needs to be done in Augusta to help Street this summer – a project our let me know by e-mailing me. Distribution Coordinator: Russ Frank Distribution: Jim Boyko, Janice Boyko, Scott our seniors and working families. This community has been waiting for for Burnheimer, Chris Crawford, Janie Farr, Dan budget increases revenue sharing to 3% many years. For a number of reasons, Rep. Andrew McLean, Fenton, Russ Frank, Ashley Genovese, Joe in 2020 and 3.75% in 2021. This means the project was delayed several years; D-Gorham, is serving his Hachey, Chris Kimball, Kris Miller, Chuck there will be more funds for municipali- however, several weeks ago, I met fourth term in the Maine Miller, John Richard House. He is House Chair ties to provide services to their com- with the DOT Commissioner and Interns: Mary DeWitt, Grace Flynn, Brooke of the Transportation Guimond, Lydia Valentine, Erin Wentworth munities without needing to rely on town officials to finalize plans for the Committee and represents Board of Directors: raising property taxes or cutting certain project to begin this summer. This parts of both Gorham services to make ends meet. project will involve improvements to Michael Smith (President), Shannon Phinney and Scarborough. (207) Dowdle (Secretary), Alan Bell, Tom Biegel, This budget also increases the traffic signals, drainage, water mains, 939-8482, (800) 423-2900, andrew.mclean@ Katherine Corbett, Carol Jones, George Homestead Exemption by $5,000, and safety. legislature.maine.gov Sotiropoulos, Mike Richman, Sara Nelson

Founder: Maynard Charron letters to the Editor —— Letters to the Editor must be fewer than 300 words, signed with a first and last name, typed or e-mailed and include a phone number. The Gorham Advertising and Copy Deadlines Ad deadline is the Wednesday of the week prior Times reserves the right not to publish letters that include personal attacks or inflammatory language. Letters are solely the opinion of the writer and to issue date. Go to www.gorhamtimes.com not that of the Gorham Times. They are published at the discretion of the Gorham Times and are subject to editing. and click on the advertising link for schedule. Dear Editor, Dear Editor, piles of paper and cardboard from bot- Editorial Policy I have long suspected that fireworks tle rockets and metal from “harmless” The Gorham Times takes all reasonable care to prevent I am writing to express my gratitude errors and disclaims all legal responsibility for any such to Elizabeth Bartlett and Gorham Public being shot over a beloved lake were sparklers. errors, omissions, or typographical errors. The Gorham Schools. Each year for 48 years, the causing damage that I couldn’t quantify. Fireworks cause “recreational pollu- Times will print corrections if notified within 48 hours. So I asked myself…do fireworks cause tion” due to its temporary nature, and We reserve the right to refuse publication of unsolic- Department of Literacy, Language, and ited materials. All submissions are subject to editing. Culture at the University of Southern pollution, or am I just a party pooper? those pollutants are highly concentrat- Opinions expressed in the Gorham Times do not nec- Maine has hosted the USM Summer Here’s what I learned… ed. A NOAA study shows they temporar- essarily reflect those of the staff or publishers. The sparkles and booms from fire- ily increase particulate pollution by an Reading and Writing Workshop at Printing services by Masthead Maine Press, 295 Bailey Hall on the Gorham Campus. works last only a few seconds, but average of 42 percent. Gannett Drive, South Portland, ME 04106 During this month-long workshop, the air and water pollution they cause Unfortunately, fireworks will likely graduate students majoring in literacy lingers. Every Independence Day, the never be eco-friendly. While there is talk more than 14,000 fireworks displays of new shells that use “biodegradable education tutor local elementary and across the nation have a toxic effect on plastic,” it is uncertain under what con- middle school students using best prac- our atmosphere, health and water. ditions they biodegrade. tices in reading and writing. Earlier this Fireworks propel a cocktail of chemi- If fireworks are a must for your cel- year, our department found out that cals into the atmosphere. Firework ebration, consider doing a little research Bailey Hall would be under construc- smoke is rich in tiny metal particles, before purchasing. Newer, “cleaner” tion, and we needed a new temporary which give the displays their vivid col- fireworks replace perchlorates with site for our workshop. We reached out ors; red from strontium or lithium, blue safer alternatives, or use air-launch to Elizabeth Bartlett at Gorham Public from copper and bright green or white technology, which utilizes compressed Schools, and she graciously provided from barium compounds. air to launch the fireworks instead of space for us at Gorham Middle School. Additionally, oxidizers, known as gunpowder. Recently, Tom Smith, Assistant Principal perchlorates, are used to create oxygen Lori J Roth of Gorham Middle School, gave us in order to produce an explosion. The a tour of the prospective classrooms particulate fallout can create breathing and spaces, and he could not have problems and can dissolve in water, Around Town Now Offering In-House Catering contaminating rivers, lakes and drinking been more supportive. Thank you very Contact us at: much, Elizabeth, Tom, and Gorham water. SYNCGorham, an office community for Public Schools! Fireworks not only pollute the air remote workers, has opened at 28 State Phone: (207) 222-2068 Sincerely, and water with heavy metals, etc. but Street, Suite 1. The space has six private Email: [email protected] they also cause noise pollution and office suites, a conference room and a Melinda Butler, USM Department of Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Literacy, Language, and Culture physical litter. A kayaking trip around coworking bench area that accommodates and Twitter for the latest happenings a favorite pond on July 5, often reveals up to 16 workers.

2 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | June 27, 2019 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper Art Makes a Difference Gorham Leaders Learning Cathy Walter Contributing Writer More about Opioid Misuse Maplewood Dental Arts located at Moore identified major risks and 405 Main Street in Gorham has initi- Kathy Corbett emphasized the role of adverse child- ated a program to contribute to the Staff Writer hood experiences. She gave an over- community in a unique way. Responding to a crisis of opioid view of brain development that showed Owner Andrea Taliento, DMD, misuse, the Greater Portland Council “the pleasure-seeking part of the brain who purchased the business three of Governments is engaged in “provid- does not always communicate with the years ago from Dr. Ronald Seekins ing municipal leaders with knowledge judgement sector in adolescence.” She after practicing there for eight years, Photo courtesy of Maplewood Dental Arts and support to address this problem added that scare tactics do not work had been pondering about putting in their communities.” On May 28, with young people. “Research shows her stamp on the business while thirty Gorham civic leaders, includ- that peer support, reduced punishment, keeping continuity for her patients’ Local artist Mark Hebert is currently exhibit- ing representatives from the schools, and support and training for parents comfort. She began working with ing his artwork as part of a new program town government, and other adults Tamara Niedzolkowski of Refresh called Dental pARTners at Maplewood police and fire are more effec- Dental for assistance with that transi- Dental Arts in Gorham. departments, met tive.” tion. Together they brainstormed the with Liz Blackwell- Responding to a crisis of opioid When people idea to showcase local artists’ work they work? But by far the biggest win Moore, a public are working to throughout the premises. is the calm it brings to the patients. misuse, the Greater Portland health consultant build resistance “I have loved music and art since I “Rather than sitting and worrying with the council’s Council of Governments is engaged to addiction, they was very young. When going to col- in the waiting room, they wander Communities are often thwarted lege I had to make a tough decision to the office and view the art they may in “providing municipal leaders with Addressing Opioid by shame and focus on the sciences rather than the never have had a chance to see other- Misuse initiative. knowledge and support to address stigma. She advo- arts. So having an art show in my wise. It takes their minds off upcom- Gorham is the sec- cated changing office just felt right,” Taliento said. ing procedures and results in a better this problem in their communities.” ond Cumberland language, “for Beginning in the fall of 2017, a experience for all,” said Taliento. County commu- example, instead single artist has displayed a dozen Now that the program Dental nity to host a dis- of calling someone or more works in the waiting room, pARTners is in full swing, Maplewood cussion designed to help them discover an addict, say person with substance halls, and offices for a six month is looking for new artists to show. “how to translate research into practice” abuse disorder or a person in recovery.” period. The art is labeled and many If you are interested, please contact by asking “what they are currently She also cited research that showed pieces are available for purchase. A Tamara at [email protected]. doing, identifying gaps, and determin- a much higher rate of retention from complete list of the presented works The office will be hosting an “Artist ing what action to take to address these medicinally-assisted treatment after one is kept at the front desk and available Thank You” reception on Friday, gaps.” year than without. upon request. September 27, at 6 pm at Maplewood In his introduction, Chris Record, In 2018, Gorham had eight overdose Displaying art helps the commu- Dental Arts for Mark Hebert, the current Gorham School Department assistant deaths and eleven known Narcan rever- nity in several ways. First, it gives exhibiting artist. The event will be open superintendent, said that the town sals. “Opioid use in Gorham is largely local artists a place to showcase to the public and local artists who might was an appropriate community for this underground,” said Police Chief Dan their work, and perhaps even sell a be interested in showing in the space. forum. He cited Gorham Action Team Jones during a panel discussion follow- piece or two. It also makes for better Read more about Hebert and for Youth (GATY), a community group ing the presentation, “so we have not working conditions for the employ- the Dental pARTners program that meets to address problems affect- had enough discussion of it, as well as ees of Maplewood Dental Arts. Who at Maplewood Dental Arts’ blog: ing young people, and Courage House about vaping and alcohol abuse.” wouldn’t prefer to gander at a 16 https://www.dentistgorhamme. as examples of community interest. Building on the discussion of strate- x 20 photograph of the canyons in com/2019/03/15/mark-hebert-maine- “Substance abuse impacts all of us gies for early intervention and preven- Utah than a blank white wall while photographer/. from the youngest to the oldest,” he tion, panelist Claudine Emerson, a said, “and we owe it to each other Gorham High School counselor, cited GHS GRAD NEWS: If you, or your son or daughter is a GHS graduate, we would like to share your achievements in to band together to make Gorham a GATY programs, in-school suspen- the Gorham Times Of Interest section or in a Where Are They Now feature. Of Interest submissions should include happy, healthy place for us all.” the year of GHS graduation and should be no longer than 75 words. Contact Chris Crawford at ckck5@maine. Reviewing some of the research on Continued on Page 13 rr.com, Kathy Corbett at [email protected] or Cindy O’Shea at [email protected]. Opioid Misuse Disorder, Blackwell-

Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper | June 27, 2019 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 3 The Bookworm Rocks Into YOGA IMPRESSIONS Its 30th Year Refresh Your Yoga Practice Amanda Curtis Kezal ted to be in the pose, exploring the Diane Abramson “edges” it provides for your entire Staff Writer When your yoga practice gets stale being. it is time to freshen it up. A little There are many variations for The Bookworm, located at 42 spring cleaning is good for for the each yoga pose. Try exploring other Main Street, celebrated its 30th yard, the house variations. For anniversary on June 1 with face and your very example, Warrior painting, popcorn, games, raffle own mind, body 1 pose gives the prizes, cake, and food from Brian’s and spirit. There The best way to freshen up your opportunity to are many simple, practice with a BBQ Grill food truck. practice is to access a studio where For Gorham resident Helene doable tech- shorter lunge Adams, the Bookworm has been a niques that revive the teacher makes it fresh for you. and the heel the essence of cherished part of her life since she However you decide to change up connected to moved to town in 2005. “At first, Photo credit Roger Marchand yoga. the ground. You I came to the Bookworm to get First, assess your routine, let it be one that may practice a book recommendations. However, Pictured are the Bookworm team (shown what you want brings about lightness and joy. deeper lunge and I’ve formed wonderful friendships left to right) of Sue Sedenka, Mary Degra- out of yoga. Is the heel will be during my visits to the store and phenried, and owner Marianne Cianciolo. it an opportu- off the ground. always come back for inspiration, nity for you to There are many slow down and be gentle, or do different arm variations. You may books, and gifts.” the Bookworm. Our kids grew up you need a challenge? A challenge even find yourself giving your bal- Partygoers came to celebrate the here.” in yoga is not just about advancing ance a challenge and swaying and store’s birthday from near and far. The Bookworm opened in 1989 and attempting harder poses. It may shifting your torso to each side, a “My baby first crawled in the book- and specializes in new and used involve deeper poses, new medita- sort of dance within the pose. Within store; I wasn’t going to miss this books, cards, and pottery and tions, different breath work, longer one pose you can refresh and feel celebration” reminisces Bethany, unique gifts. Owner Marianne Shavasana (relaxation pose) or a new inspired to explore the same pose in from Connecticut. “I have so many Cianciolo and her staff are always yoga mat. Truly listen to your mind, new ways. fond memories of the Bookworm. I available to provide book recom- body and spirit and take steps to Try counting breaths in each pose, remember when it first opened.” mendations, special order a book, honor yourself with your options. setting a number that feels suitable For Ruth Degraphenried, the and provide excellent customer As a yogi, we get into a routine of for you. Do not force or rush the Bookworm is an essential part of service. poses and blends that feel yummy breath, but just experience 10 to 20 the community. “We’re all friends The Bookworm is open Monday, inside. They are our “go to” poses. breaths in each pose. Maybe you set- here. The town of Gorham sup- Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday You can still continue those poses tle into the Ujjayi method of breath- ports us; the residents support from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Tuesday, but hold the poses for a longer (or ing or simple abdominal breaths. us and want us to be here. We and Thursday from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. shorter) period of time. You can Practice yoga online. Most online understand that you can get books Call or email at 839-2665 or book- set a timer and let it be your guide, practices are shorter than a class in a cheaper or faster online, but [email protected]. there’s something special about rather than being anxious to move to studio. Maybe a shorter practice will the next pose. You are then commit- make yoga more available to you. Or, maybe you need some time to settle into a practice and prefer a longer one. Do you like the format of hav- VILLAGE BUILDERS ing yoga convenient to practice when Full Service General Contractor you want to? Do you like practicing Repairs • Renovations • Additions alone or do you need the energy of a group practice? Maybe you combine the options. There are a variety of ways to help you schedule a regular practice of yoga that is most conve- nient for you. The best way to freshen up your practice is to access a studio where the teacher makes it fresh for you. However you decide to change up your routine, let it be one that brings Daniel W. Grant, P.E. about lightness and joy. Owner Amanda Curtis Kezal, owner of Holistic Pathways, 21 New Portland Rd. has brought her yoga fusion style to Gorham for Gorham, ME 04038 over 20 years. She contin- PH 207-839-6072 ues innovative approaches [email protected] to sharing the many ben- efits of yoga with others.

Keith Nicely 207.650.2832 352 Main Street | Gorham, ME 04038 [email protected]

4 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | June 27, 2019 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper TOWN/MUNICIPAL Town Council Meetings Clerk’s Corner JUNE 2019 Laurie Nordfors call the Clerk’s office at 222-1670. Jacob Adams Libraries and Museum $510,888 Town Clerk The July 4 holiday will be here Staff Writer Development $131,581 soon. The Inland Fisheries and Debt & Interest $1,759,458 The Local School Budget Wildlife computer program that June 4, 2019 - Laura Bolduc, a Capital Items $165,777 Validation/Referendum Election we use to process boat registra- GHS Junior, spoke about her con- Insurance and Employee Benefits was held on June 11. We had tions runs very slowly during busy cerns with the Gorham High School $2,592,956 1303 voters in Gorham cast bal- times when there are a lot of users expansion into Robie Park and thinks Other Town Services and Unclassified lots for this election, which is a logged in from all over the state. that the park is irreplaceable and $547,294 9% voter turnout. The direct cost Avoid long lines and slow process- priceless. She explained that when Subtotal $15,418,282 to the town for this Election was ing times and register your boats, Carrie T. Lowell sold the land for Cumberland County Property Tax $8294.56. This amount includes ATV’s & trailers and purchase your Robie Park to the town for $1 it was $1,238,053 the poll workers’ pay, the bal- fishing licenses early. You may also not because it wasn’t worth any- Total $16,656,335 lots and programming charges register online through the link on thing but because she wanted what Non-Property Tax Revenues for the voting machines. It does our website. was best for the town, and to keep $7,168,114 not include indirect costs such as Nomination papers will be avail- it maintained as a playground. She Amendments to the Senior regular staff time preparing for the able on July 26 for two positions hopes that a different and better Property Tax Assistance Ordinance election. on the School Committee and three solution can be reached. were approved. The purpose of I am very grateful to the Clerk’s positions on the Town Council. Several residents voiced their con- which is to establish a program to office staff and the poll workers for Any registered voter of the Town of cerns regarding the proposed sober provide property tax assistance to their help in ensuring that the elec- Gorham who is interested in run- living facility, Courage House. persons 65 years of age and over who tion ran smoothly. Elections would ning for any of these positions must Town Manager Ephrem Paraschak reside in the Town of Gorham. not be possible without the help submit nomination papers with no reported that the Main Street project of the Gorham citizens who are less that 35 or more than 50 signa- will begin this summer and continue Special Meeting ~ June 18, 2019 willing to work at the polls. Many tures of persons who are registered through the fall. thanks go to the Public Works crew voters in the Town of Gorham. Several residents again voiced their The following school budget items for setting up and taking down the Completed papers must be turned concerns regarding the proposed were unanimously adopted and three polling places. in no later than September 6. The sober living facility, Courage House. approved for fiscal year 2019-2020: Courtesy notices for outstanding Municipal election will be held on The Town Council unanimously $18,368,220 for Regular Instruction; property taxes have been mailed. November 5. accepted a moratorium ordinance on $6,288,786 for Special Education; The tax lien process will begin on Senior Property Tax Assistance Rooming Houses which can be read $10,000 for Career and Technical August 16 for properties with out- Program applications are avail- in its entirety at www.gorham-me.org Education; $885,932 for Other standing taxes for the 2019 tax year. able in the Town Clerk’s Office. The Ordinance Committee was Instruction; $3,067,720 for Student If you have any questions, please Applications are due by August 1. instructed to review and pro- and Staff Support; $1,359,703 for vide a recommendation on a new System Administration; $2,092,945 for Disorderly Housing Ordinance. School Administration; $1,997,263 for Check out the town website for more info. The Town Council asked staff to Transportation and Buses; $4,020,027 provide legal guidance and recom- www.gorham-me.org for Facilities Maintenance; $2,623,989 mendations on incorporating stan- for Debt Service and Other dards for boarding homes and recov- Commitments; $30,000 for All Other ery houses. Expenditures. Ben Thompson, from Cumberland The Town Council unanimously County Regional Assessing, was voted to adopt the 2019-2020 Fiscal appointed as the Town Assessor for Year Budget with the following a 3-year term to expire on July 31, departmental totals: 2022. General Government $1,775,180 The Town Council voted to table a Public Safety $4,481,350 discussion about a resolution to create Public Works/Solid Waste/Engineering a fund for asylum seekers until July. & Insp Services $2,826,467 The full town council meeting Health & Welfare and Social Service minutes for both meetings are avail- Agencies $50,600 able on the town’s website at www. Recreation/Community Center/Cable gorham-me.org $576,731

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Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper | June 27, 2019 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 5 USM Renovations Continued from Page 1 The improvements to the Gorham Planning Board Results Staying Safe campus are significant. Maine is the JUNE 3, 2019 oldest state in the nation with a medi- with Fireworks an age of 44.5, seven years above the A site plan review was held for Maine Coast Kitchen’s request for U.S. figure. The number of births is Harvey Performance Company’s approval for the 4th amendment to Charles Jarrett also declining precipitously meaning request for approval to construct a Maine Coast Kitchen’s site plan at 7 Gorham Fire Department that there is a large gap between the two-phase manufacturing facility, Little Wing Lane, to split the existing number of people who will retire and with phase I consisting of a single property into two lots was approved. With the Fourth of July rapidly the number young people who will story 76,887 square foot building, Simona Shores Condominium approaching, it’s important to note enter the workforce. 1,300 foot access drive and 172 park- Development’s request for approval the following about consumer fire- “We want our Gorham and Portland ing spaces, and phase II consisting of to add one additional duplex and a works: campuses to be transformational. We an additional 36,000 square feet to 35-foot extension to Simona Shores • Every year, about 13,000 people are here for our communities and USM the building and 115 parking spaces. Drive was approved. are treated for injuries in hospital wants to make an investment in our The plan was approved. STJ, Inc. – Tow Path Road emergency departments due to the students and Maine’s workforce,” said Avesta Housing’s proposed con- Condominiums’ request for approval mishandling of live, misfired and Griffin. “We are proud to say that USM tract zone amendment to remove of a four-duplex condominium devel- waste consumer fireworks. In addi- is one of the few U.S. schools where the reference to development on the opment of eight units and associated tion, fires resulting from fireworks student debt has gone down. Our goal undeveloped portion of Unit 3 to parking and infrastructure off Tow Path cause over $20 million in direct is to attract and retain young people allow for development of multifamily Road was given preliminary approval. property damage. and research shows that 70% of gradu- housing on any portion of Unit 3 was Development Transfer Overlay • Never allow young children to ates stay within 70 miles of where they discussed and postponed to the July Subdivision - Chase Custom Homes – play with or ignite fireworks. Always attended college.” 1 meeting. Sawyer Estates - A request for approval have an adult perform fireworks In addition to the upcoming renova- LKQ Gorham Auto Parts’ request of Sawyer Estates, a 118-lot residential activities. Never try to re-light or tions, school officials hope an effective for approval of an outbuilding subdivision on 103.59 acres, on prop- pick up fireworks that have not name change from the University of and concrete pad located at 192 erty off South Street as a development ignited fully. Southern Maine to the University of Narragansett Street was approved. overlay subdivision was discussed. • Keep a bucket of water or a Maine at Portland, slated for 2021, will garden hose handy in case of fire or attract more students from outside the other mishap. After fireworks com- state. plete their burning, douse the spent For USM President Glenn Sex Offender Notification device with plenty of water from a Cummings, “our success in recruiting NAME: JONATHAN LOCKE, AKA JONATHAN J. LOCKE, JAY LOCKE bucket or hose before discarding it out-of-state students is critically impor- DOB:10/28/77 HT:5'10" WT:155 LBS EYE COLOR:BROWN HAIR:BLACK to prevent a trash fire. tant to Maine employers who are in ADDRESS: 13 WARDS HILL ROAD, GORHAM, ME • The Town of Gorham adopted the “Consumer Fireworks Ordinance” dire need of more college graduates Jonathan is a convicted Sex Offender classified by the State of Maine as a 10 to fill essential jobs that will grow our year registrant. Offense: Possession of Child Pornography involving prepu- and the State of Maine enacted laws economy.” bescent minors. Prohibited person from contact of minors under 14 years of related to fireworks in Title 8§223- USM is now in the process of mov- age as outlined under 17-A-261 of the Maine Criminal Statute. A that must be followed including; ing forward in securing approval of dates, times, property restrictions and the proposed name change from the For further information, go to www.state.me.us and search "Sex Offender proximity to buildings for permissible University of Maine System Board of Registry" or contact Det. Steven Rappold of the Gorham Police Department use of consumer fireworks. Trustees and the State Legislation. (207-222-1697) Please visit USFA.FEMA.GOV, ***All citizens must be aware of the subject's Constitutional rights*** CPSC.GOV, NFPA.ORG and/or con- tact the Gorham Fire Department at 222-1660 for more information.

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Gorham Cheverus Graduates School Committee JUNE 12, 2019 The following Gorham residents graduated from Cheverus High School on June 3 at Kathy Corbett of school in August will be posted Merrill Auditorium. Photos courtesy of Cheverus High School Staff Meeting on the district website. She, and the other SC members, congratulated the Abigail Enck, daugh- Vipul Periwal, son At the last regular School 2019 Gorham High School gradu- ter of William and of Vikas and the Committee (SC) meeting, ates. Chairman Darryl Wright gave Kim Enck, graduated late Puja Periwal, Superintendent Heather Perry and a special thanks to Deb Stirling, magna cum laude graduated summa cum SC members thanked Gorham vot- GHS administrative assistant, for her and will attend the laude and will attend ers for passing both the FY20 school work to make the graduation such University of Alabama. Swarthmore College. budget and the bond referendum for a successful event and to the stu- She was a member He was an U.S. modular classrooms at Narragansett dents for their exemplary behavior of the National Honor Presidential Scholar Elementary School. at the Project Grad activities. Kate Society, SMAA All- and AP Scholar, was Perry announced that changes in Livingston also thanked bus drivers Academic Team, Ice a qualifier for the NCFL school times in effect on the first day Continued on Page 11 Hockey, and the Class A Ice Hockey State and NSDA debate national championship, won Championship Team. awards for Outstanding Delegate at the Eagle Model UN Conference and the Maine Model UN Caitlin McCutcheon, Conference. daughter of Daniel and Maine School NYA Graduate Kerry McCutcheon, James Shimansky, Photo courtesy of North Yarmouth Academy graduated salutatorian, son of James and summa cum laude and Kelley Shimansky, will of Science and Lucia Reidy, daughter will attend the College attend the University of William and Gina of the Holy Cross. of Maine at Orono. He Reidy, will take a Gap She was awarded was the recipient of the Mathematics Year before college. Highest Academic Stag Award for Varsity Achievement in Boys Soccer. Science and French and received the Abraham Graduate S. and Fannie B. Levey Award. William Zidle, son Photo courtesy of Rob Gava of Matthew and Janet Trevor R. Gava, son Grace Morrisseau, Zidle, graduated magna of Robert and Beverly daughter of Jill cum laude and will Gava, will attend Morrisseau, graduated attend the University Colby College. He was School Note summa cum laude, of Maine at Orono. He awarded the Phi Beta with STEM distinction, was a member of the Kappa Association Superintendent Heather Perry’s last blog and will attend Saint All-Academic Team of Maine’s Academic post of the school year with end-of-the- Anselm College. Baseball. Achievement Award, year information for parents is available and was a 2019 now at https://gorhamsuperintendent. Scholar Athlete and Rotary Scholar. blogspot.com.

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Isis Adams, Husson University Darian Coolbroth-Strout, Southern Maine Nicholas Gray, Employment, Les Wilson and Sons Tyler Marston, Employment, Bill Dodge Jacob Alexander, White Mountains Community Community College Excavation Isaac Martel, University of Southern Maine College Alexa Corey, Saint Joseph’s College of Maine Trevor Gray, Maine Maritime Academy Matilda McColl, University of Southern Maine Josiah Allen, Southern Maine Community College Connor Coro, University of Maine at Orono Zachary Green, Plymouth State University Lydia McCrillis, University of New England Maggy Aube, Roger Williams University Isabel Courtney, Georgia State University Caroline Gross, University of Nevada, Las Vegas Haley McCullough, Saint Joseph’s College Dalen Babineau, Southern Maine Community Gabriel Cousins, Apprenticeship/On-the-Job Tyler Haines, Merrimack College Rowan McDaniel, Lafayette College College Training Bath Ironworks Brinn Hall, University of Southern Maine Caitlyn McLellan, University of Southern Maine Georgia Banks, University of Maine at Farmington Brandon Cummings, University of Maine at Orono Chelsea Harmon, Southern Maine Community Trent McLellan, University of Southern Maine Lauren Barden, Colorado State University Joseph Curesky, Maine Maritime Academy College Drew Meader, Thomas College Lily Barden, University of Rhode Island Angelana Darling, University of Maine at Orono Jeremy Harris, University of Maine at Orono Gavin Mercier, Employment, The Core Group Fatima Batool, University of New England Ryan DeSanctis, Roger Williams University Joshua Hayward, University of Southern Maine Harris Milliken, University of Southern Maine Jacob Benson, Military, US Marine Corps Brittany Desjardin, University of Southern Maine Autumn Heil, Plymouth State University Libby Mitchell, Brigham Young University Tyler Bergeron, Employment, Gorham Hannaford Grace DiPhilippo, Southern Maine Community Joseph Hepler, Technical Institute NTI Zachary Mitchell, Apprenticeship/On-the-Job College Alden Bertinet, Southern Maine Community Mackenzie Holmes, Indiana University Training Bath Ironworks College Brenna Donovan, University of Maine at Orono Bloomington Kevin Mollison, Colby-Sawyer Kyren Bettencourt, Northeastern University Connor Dougherty, Gap Year, Undecided Emaly Howard, Gap Year, Undecided Evan Morrell, Employment in Bangor Aaliyah Biamby, Thomas College Caroline Dowdle, Clark University Tucker Humiston, Southern Maine Community Hailey Morrill, University of Maine at Orono Lexa Bibeau, Gap Year, Lake Wales Florida Fire Julia Downey, Southern Maine Community College College, Work at D&G Machine Gretchen Muehle, University of Southern Maine Dept. Molly Duff, University of Southern Mississippi Riley Jerome, University of Southern Maine Margaret Munkacsi, University of Rhode Island Kevin Blake, Unity College Samuel Dunlap, Employment Viewpoint Landscape Kasey Jiang, Emmanuel College Kathryn Nason, Central Maine Community College Sara Bolt, Employment, Temecula Valley Mercy Dunn, Gap Year, Undecided Aaron Jones, Clarkson University Benjamin Nault, University of Maine at Orono Peter Boswell, University of Southern Maine Jacob Dupuis, University of Vermont Isabella Jones, University of Southern Maine Thomas Nelson, Saint Anselm College Courtney Brent, University of Maine at Farmington Riley Ferrigan, University of Maine at Farmington Spencer Keating, University of Massachusetts Boston Rose O’Brion, University of Southern Maine Giuseppe Brown, Saint Joseph’s College of Maine Matthew Flint, Apprenticeship/On-the-Job Training Alexander O’Connor, University of Maine at Orono Zackory Brown-Davis, University of Maine at Bath Ironworks Summer Kelleher, University of Massachusetts Boston Katherine O’Donnell, University of New Hampshire Orono Jared Fontaine, Castleton University Evelyn Kitchen, Assumption College Henry O’Neill, Curry College Brian Bunker, University of Maine at Orono Emma Forgues, University of Maine at Orono Elisey Kiyanitsa, Employment, Undecided Gage Oakes, Music Production Nathan Burchill, University of Southern Maine Logan Fredericks, Gap Year, Possibly Southern William Burns, Union College, Schenectady Maine Community College Michael Knight, Keene State College Adam Ouellette, Military, Army Mackenzie Buteau, Saint Anselm College Gabriella Gagne, University of Maine at Orono Libby Knudsen, Military, United States Navy Nicco Pappalardo, Thomas College Chandler Caldwell, Gap Year, Self-Employed Tanner Garand, Central Maine Community College Isabelle Kolb, Goucher College Olivia Paruk, Gap Year, College of the Atlantic Makenna Canty, University of Maine at Farmington Jayden Gaudreau, Employment, Real Estate Dylan Lamont, University of Southern Maine Tyler Pelletier, Employment, Landscaping Ethan Castro, Military NAVY Avery Germond, University of Maine at Orono Kate Larkin, Endicott College Abby Perkins, Apprenticeship/On-the-Job Training CNA Program with Maine Medical Program Caitlin Chasse, Saint Joseph’s College of Maine Jensyn Giroux, Endicott College Ean Larson, Employment, Undecided Jordan Perkins, Technical Institute Kennebec Maiya Christiansen-Carlson, University of South Aaron Goschke, Saginaw Valley State Joshua Laughlin, University of Vermont Valley Community College Florida Jonathan Grant, Kalamazoo Valley Community Jesse LeGeyt, University of Southern Maine Grace Perron, Roger Williams University Jacob Cook, Husson University College Abigail Leonard, Temple University Nicholas Pierson, Employment Gorham Fire Cooper Libby, Employment, Good Will Department Thomas Light, University of Maine at Orono Samuel Pocock, Providence College Thomas Locke, University of Southern Maine Anna Rathbun, Gordon College Dezzaray Look, Employment, SpaTech Institute Monroe Reeder, Employment, Gorham House of Griffin Lord, University of Maine at Orono Pizza Dominic Lorello, University of Maine at Orono Alice Riiska, Wheaton College Trevor Loubier, University of Maine at Orono Adriana Risbara, Prescott College Lila Lovley, Gap Year, Stroudwater Lodge Jacob Roberts, Employment, Dean and Allyn Hannah Lowell, University of Southern Maine Electrical Company Cooper Lyons, Thomas College Samantha Robichaud, University of Southern Grayson MacDonald, Northeast Technical Institute Maine Continued on Page 10 SUPPORT LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESSES Is your well water clean? 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8 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | June 27, 2019 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper WRVC Awards Whitaker Earns Teacher of Welcoming New Night MAY 23, 2019 Citizens Students received certificates in the Year Award their career and technical programs at the Westbrook Regional Vocational Lydia Valentine administrators, students, parents and Center annual Awards Night. In addi- GHS Student Intern colleagues.” tion to these honors, over $43,550 Whitaker has taught in Gorham for in scholarships, toolships, and tools Heather Whitaker, 18 years; in which time she has amassed were awarded. The list of Gorham the alternative educa- an impressive portfolio. She has been students below were recipients of the tion teacher at Gorham on the Gorham Food Pantry Board of awards as listed: Middle School (GMS), Directors since 2015 and helps grow was recently awarded and donate local food, as well as vol- OUTSTANDING STUDENT BY PROGRAM: the Cumberland unteering weekly. She continues this Photo credit Gregg Sands Electricity – Jacob Roberts County Teacher of the loving green thumb in the classroom, Thirty people from 22 countries became OUTSTANDING STUDENT BY SENDING SCHOOL: Year Award. where ever year she works with stu- citizens of the United States in a naturalization Gorham – Jacob Roberts The Maine Teacher of the Year dents to grow and donate about 800 ceremony on May 9 at Great Falls School. RICHARD PLAISTED ATTENDANCE AWARD: awards are organized by Educate Maine lbs. of organic produce to the Gorham Students in the 4th and 5th grade were Jacob Alexander who “believe the classroom teacher is Food Pantry. fortunate to witness this touching moment. the backbone of the American educa- Whitaker is also a founding mem- WESTBROOK GORHAM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Hanna Logan (pictured), a fifth-grader and SCHOLARSHIPS: tional system and our Maine Teacher ber of the Gorham Backpack Program, Civil Rights Team member, wrote and read a McKayla Taft of the Year program honors their con- which provides Gorham students facing short poem she wrote herself (see sidebar). Payton Thorpe tributions and elevates the voice of the hunger with access to nutritious, easy- Nayla Garcia, fourth-grader, also read the WESTBROOK GORHAM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE classroom teacher.” to-prepare food during weekends and words inscribed on the tablet of the Statue of TOOLSHIPS: The Educate Maine website details holidays. Liberty by Emma Lazarus in 1883. Jacob Alexander the objectives of the program; including Eight years ago, Whitaker established WESTBROOK GORHAM ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP: recognizing and honoring the contri- the Alternative Education Program at You have traveled far, to find a new home McKayla Taft butions of Maine’s public classroom GMS and has been the teacher since. Maybe you lost your home, Payton Thorpe teachers as well as inspiring future During that time, she has designed a Julia Downey Or maybe your country was getting old. teachers. The process to find Teachers hands-on learning curriculum, trained We welcome you with open arms, WESTBROOK GORHAM ROTARY TOOLSHIP: of the Year is very in-depth and includes and implemented Restorative Practices You and your family. Elisey Kiyantsa essays, interviews portfolios, and an in- in classroom and, among others, estab- Jacob Alexander Your new home is waiting for you. class visit. lished experiential learning opportuni- Home. Home is a wonderful place. JAMES FOYE SCHOLARSHIP: “I am honored to receive the ties with The Ecology School, Pineland It will always await your arrival, Julia Downey Cumberland County Teacher of the Farms, and the Portland Water District. with open arms. MAINE BLUE COLLAR SCHOLARSHIP SPONSORED Year award,” said Whitaker. “Though “With their (administrators, students, You took a wonderful quest BY MOODY’S COLLISION CENTERS & GILMAN it is designed to recognize one teacher parents) partnership, I have been able to find your new home, ELECTRIC: from Cumberland County, in my case, to mold the Alternative Education pro- Jacob Alexander From everyone here at Great Falls winning this award would never have gram into something that is truly stu- We say, “WELCOME!!” been possible without the extensive dent centered, and, for that, I am grate- collaboration and support from my ful,” said Whitaker. -Hanna Logan (pictured)

Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper | June 27, 2019 | [email protected] | Gorham Times | 9 GHS Grads Continued from Page 8 Students Name the Next Mr. GHS Samantha Rockwell, University of Maine at Farmington Erin Wentworth Colette Romatis, Saint Joseph’s College GHS Graduate/Student Intern Simon Roussel, University of Maine at Orono Callie Russell, University of Rhode Island On May 26, Gorham High School (GHS) students, faculty, and family Leah Scontras, Assumption College attended the much-awaited pageant, Mr. Emma Shields, Husson University GHS. An annual event, Mr. GHS is a fun- Hallie Shiers, Merrimack College draiser organized by the senior class. Jacob Sladen, Gap Year, Internship at Eastpoint The pageant consists of multiple Christian Church sections, starting with the candidates’ Sara Slager, University of Wisconsin-Madison choice outfits. Attire ranged from a Robert Small, Employment, Nordx middle school basketball uniform, worn Damien Smelcer, Military, Air Force by runner up Thomas Nelson, to a tie- Caelyn Smith, Pace University dye suit, worn by soon-to-be-named Mr. Katelyn Smith, University of New England GHS Isaac Martel. Daniel Spiller, Southern Maine Community College While presenting their outfits, the Cameron St. Cyr, Central Maine Community College candidates were asked on-the-spot ques- Sarah Stevens, Boston College tions by emcees Caroline Dowdle and Olivia Paruk, such as “What would your Mariah Stout, University of Southern Maine slogan be if you owned a merch store?” Ian Stultz, University of Southern Maine and “Are you a cat person or a dog per- Ethan Stump, University of Southern Maine son?” Evangelia Suleiman, University of Maine at Orono Next came the talent portion of Photo credit Mike Nault Tylor Summerson, Apprenticeship/On-the-Job the pageant. Leading off was Jove Isaac Martel was crowned Mr. GHS 2019 at the recent Mr. GHS pageant, a senior class fundraiser. Training Deadriver Bissonnette, who sang “Mr. Jones,” by He was joined by contestants (top row, left to right) Thomas Nelson, Ben Nault, Giuseppe Brown, Logan Swift, University of Maine at Orono Hootie and the Blowfish and played Jove Bissonnette, and Simon Roussel. Joseph Szumowski, Apprenticeship/On-the-Job the guitar. Simon Roussel and Martel Training Southern Maine Community College followed with a combined act, perform- friends. Altogether, the talent was very through a lot of change in the past few McKayla Taft, Southern Maine Community College ing “Piano Man,” by Billy Joel. Roussel impressive. years and winning this would represent Grace Terry, Emmanuel College sang and Martel played piano and Following a short intermission, the a lot for him. When Paruk prompted Haley Thompson, University of Maine at Orono harmonica. Giuseppe Brown was up contestants walked in wearing formal Brown with the same question, he Payton Thorpe, University of Southern Maine next, performing magic. He displayed wear, and were escorted by an impor- replied “Because I’m hot” while pulling Ellianna Towns, University of Maine at Orono his clever tricks on a projector screen tant woman in their life, including a thermometer out of his pocket and Jayde Trafton, Southern Maine Community College so the whole audience could see what mothers and younger sisters. Finally, sticking it in his mouth, a joke very well he was doing. Finally, another com- they lined up on stage and Dowdle and received by the audience. Peyton True, Gap Year, Undecided bined act from Ben Nault and Nelson, Paruk asked a final question: “Why do After these concluding questions, Sarah Walker, Bentley University who performed a throw-back to their you think you should be the next Mr. voting was opened up to audience Brenden Waterman, University of New England eighth-grade viral video, “Got Buckets?” GHS?” members. In the final tally, Martel was Tyler Weeks, Apprenticeship/On-the-Job Training with trick shots accompanied by their Bissonnette replied that he had gone crowned as the new Mr. GHS. Johnson and Jordan Plumbing “I’m a theater and art kid. I don’t Erin Wentworth, University of New Hampshire really do what I do for glory or any- Vincent Wheeler, Southern Maine Community College thing. I do it because it’s what I love,” Ethan White, Rochester Institute of Technology said Martel. “The fact that I can be not Bryce Womack, University of Maine at Orono only be recognized but honored for Brooke Woodbury, University of New Hampshire doing that says a lot about the Gorham Melanie Wright, Husson University community, and especially our high school.” Bruce Wyatt, University of Maine at Orono Event proceeds went towards senior Mackenzie Young, Southern Maine Community class fundraising. College and Employment at Stroudwater Lodge

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10 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | June 27, 2019 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper School Committee Continued from Page 7 SPORTS for their service during the school year. Stewart McCallister praised GHS Elders and Exercise Sports Etc. students for volunteering a total Destiny Cook of 9,995 hours this year. One stu- Sports Editor dent, Grace Pierce, was honored by Luci Bowers who directs the I am closing in on 50. AARP is Barbara Bush Literacy Program at knocking on my door and with this GHS. Pierce is one of the program’s milestone in my near future, I’m also “Team Trendsetters” who work with well aware of the hard work that is students at Village School. She gave ahead of me to stay in shape, both up one study hall a week to tutor a physically and mentally. I think about student in reading, as well as helping the coming years and what it will take Bowers with clerical duties. to be a healthy senior. During the public comment time, I talk to my dad at least twice a the committee heard from Barbara week, and I am always inspired by After winning one of eight finals national cheer- Nichols who has experience in school him. Our conversations always include ing championships across the country, four nutrition. She questioned how the what he has done for workouts that past and present Gorham Cheerleaders went district handles school meal bad week. He will be turning 76 in July on to the “Champions Challenge.” Competing debt. She requested a clarification and each day he does some kind of against the other finalists, the Gorham girls of the policy about whether or not physical activity—whether it’s golf, Photo credit Dawn Stevens went on to win this prestigious event taking debts are wiped clean at the end walking, lifting weights or playing home a trophy, jackets and a ring. Pictured of the year or carried over to the pickle ball. He jokes that he exercises Donna Kennie takes part in a weekly exercise (l to r): Reighley Adams, Erica Dvilinsky, next school year. In response to a to “stick around” for his family but class through the Gorham Rec Dept. Cassidy Rioux, and Samantha Cummings. question about the policy from Bill he takes it very seriously and rarely Benson, Wright said that new state misses the opportunity. bands, cardio, balance work, lunges Mike Susi (GHS ’15) of Lasell College (’19) guidelines are expected soon so the There are many benefits for seniors and squats. Kennie suggests dropping earned selection to the 2019 New Eng- district will be reviewing its own poli- who exercise. Dawn Stevens, a local in on a class to observe and participate land Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association cy and procedures at that time. fitness instructor with the Gorham if you choose. (NEILA) Academic All-New England teams. Benson announced that there are Recreation Department, shared that Stevens said the best types of exer- Students must have senior standing, a cumu- still opportunities for students to par- the most important benefit of exer- cises for seniors differs for everyone, lative grade point average of 3.0 or better, and ticipate in programs at Portland Arts cise is the increase in cardiovascular but first and foremost, she stressed, be a significant player to be nominated. and Technology High (PATH) and at strength, which in turn reduces the you must enjoy it. Chances are, if it the Westbrook Regional Vocational chances of heart disease. Stevens said, isn’t enjoyable, you won’t stick with Narissa Libby (GHS ’17), a student-athlete Center (WRVC) next school year, but “Exercise can reduce blood pressure, it. You should then ask yourself what on the Lasell women’s soccer team, was that time is short for applying. helps maintain healthy bones, muscles you want and need from a workout. named to the Great Northeast Athletic Confer- Wright reported that the GHS and joints, aids in flexibility and range Stevens said, “In most older adults, ence (GNAC) Academic All-Conference team Building Committee has not met of motion, and helps in preventing the main concern is maintaining qual- for the 2018-19 school year. because they are waiting for some falls.” Studies have also shown exer- ity of life outside of a gym. To do this, additional estimates from the archi- cise reduces the risk for dementia. focus on workouts that build strength, tects. Before you begin any exercise help improve balance, and choose The SC voted unanimously to regimen, it is always recommended to movements that mimic everyday move- approve appointment of the fol- check with your physician, especially ments.” lowing new personnel: Rosemarie if you have a chronic health condition, Seniors should know their limi- Lawrence, GMS music; Sarah Heald, previous or current injuries and/or tations when beginning exercise Grade 4/5 Narragansett; Colin balance issues. Stevens suggests that programs. For example: Are your Loveless, GHS Health/PE; Rebecca you always introduce yourself to a new bones strong enough for high impact Thibeault, Grade 5 Village; Melissa class instructor and let them know exercises like running and jumping? Bryant, Grade 1 Great Falls; Marie your limitations. “They are there to If not, low impact classes are best. If Whitney, Grade 3 Great Falls; and help you get the most out of the work- you’re struggling with balance, biking Stephanie Ramonas, GHS special edu- out that is right for you,” she said. might not be a good choice as you cation. They also approved coaching Donna Kennie is one of Stevens’ will want to avoid exercises that could personal for the fall athletic season. clients. She attends classes at the cause falls. No matter your limitations, Gorham Rec five days a week. Kennie Kennie said, “The instructors can said she began working out over 40 modify any exercises that are too dif- years ago, however, recently her doc- ficult to do.” OUR JUMBO NEXT GORHAM tor suggested she incorporate weight Each individual should assess his/ bearing exercises for her osteoporo- her physical abilities when deciding SIX-PACKS TIMES DEADLINE: sis. She incorporates many different how often to exercise. Stevens said, exercises into her routine each week “Studies show that all adults including ARE NOW JULY 17 including hand weights and resistant Continued on Page 13 HALF PRICE SENIOR PROPERTY TAX SIZE DOES ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Professional Senior Property Tax Assistance Program MATTER! applications are now available in the Town Clerk’s Office. The application Pet Grooming deadline is August 1, 2019. WITH OVER A DECADE OF EXPERIENCE THESE ARE To qualify for this program, you will HUGE! need to meet the following: NOW OPEN Be 65 years of age or more; Have a 13A New Portland Road homestead in the Town of Gorham GORHAM for the entire year prior to the date 333 Ossipee Trail of application; Been a resident of (next door to Mr. Bagel) the Town of Gorham for at least 5 Gorham, ME years; Real Estate Taxes MUST be paid though the current year and in For more info. or to make an good standing; Combined household May and June Hours income does not exceed: $58613 for 1 appointment contact: Mon-Sat 8 am to 6 pm person, $66994 for 2 people, $75375 for 3 people, $83700 for 4 people. Elizabeth Holden, Owner Sun 9 am to 3 pm Please stop by the Clerk’s office for an Call/Text (207) 838-7729 application or you can download one on our website. If you have any questions, [email protected] 839-2885 please call 222-1670.

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Destiny Cook Windham. Played on a rainy, miser- helped keep everyone on the right John Caterina said, “The Rams fin- Sports Editor able night, the Rams were down track and pulling together,” Jones ished the regular season with their by nine goals at one point with a said. one and only loss to perennial BASEBALL: score of 11-2. “Then, in a come- power Thornton Academy.” The Gorham Baseball ended its season back for the ages, the Rams came GIRLS LACROSSE: SMAA championship came down to with a 4-0 loss in the first round of roaring back to tie the game at The Rams made it to the second the final events before Gorham fin- the baseball playoffs. Coach Chuck 14! Our motto this year, in Latin, round of playoffs this year, beat- ished as runner-up to Cheverus by Nadeau shared the team graduated was ‘Numquam Dedite!’ meaning ing Noble 17-1 in the first round. only 1.67 points. nine seniors: Trevor Gray, Trevor Never Surrender!” Jones said. While Mary DeWitt, Carson Battaglia and The state meet was won by an Loubier, Jacob Sladen, Joey Curesky, Windham won the game 15-14, the Sophie Kaufman each scored three impressive Cheverus team but the Brandon Cummings, Zach Green, Rams overcame many obstacles. times and Hailey Morrill, Jill Nichols runner-up position was, again, a Bryce Womack, Aaron Goschke and The boys ended the regular and Hallie Shiers each scored twice. close battle between Gorham and Kevin Mollison. Aaron Goschke was season with a great win against Mackenzie Dix and Maddy Sweatt T.A. with Gorham edging out T.A by named an Honorable Mention All- Kennebunk 11-7 and headed into scored the other goals. less than three points for the 2nd Conference pick for his great work as the playoffs at 8-4, a vast improve- The girls fell to Massabesic 7-6 in place trophy. a pitcher and outfielder. ment over last year. the second round with Morrill scor- Caterina said the team was led A rematch against South Portland ing three goals and Dewitt, Battaglia by its captains Avery Germond (Sr), SOFTBALL: in the playoffs looked to be a tough and Shiers each scoring one. Coach Evelyn Kitchen (Sr), Iris Kitchen (Jr), Gorham Softball ended up 6-10 draw, but it was to be a different Mary Guimond said, “The girls Kate Tugman (Jr) and Abby O’Brien and in 13th place.Unfortunately the story this time around. No longer played phenomenally, and gave (Jr) and there were some incredible girls were just one place away from playing to lose, and knowing they their last game everything they had. performances by underclasswoman making the playoffs. Coach Renee were capable of more, this time the We will miss the seniors, but have a throughout the season. Whipkey said, “On a positive note, Rams hung in there. With a score great group of underclassmen ready New records were set by Kate we did finish with a strong game on of 11-9 the game was still within to take us deep into playoffs for the Tugman in the 3200 and freshman our Senior Night vs. Kennebunk, and reach and the Rams scored with foreseeable future. Keep an eye on Sydney Connolly in the 100. The 4 we won 4-3 in eight innings.” 10 seconds left to pull within one. this rising sophomore class!” X 100 relay team of Maddie Michaud Despite a game ending opportunity Seniors Hailey Morrill and Sarah (Fr), Nevaeh Moore (Soph), Emma BOYS LACROSSE: to score, the Rams succumbed to Walker, as well as junior Carson Green (Fr) and Connolly were State Coach Clayton Jones shared that the Red Riots. Jones said though Battaglia, all received second-team Class A champions and also set a the boys were not only doing their things didn’t go their way, they all-conference recognition, and new school record. part on the field, they were thriv- played right to the end. Paige Hume and Hallie Shiers were ing off the field helping the Gorham Both Dupuis and standout goalie named to the honorable mention GIRLS TENNIS: Village Alliance with a clean up day Giuseppe Brown were named to the team. The girls tennis record, includ- and volunteering with Gorham Youth SMAA All-Conference Team. Jones ing playoffs, was 8-5. The Rams lost Lacrosse. said two-year captains Ben Nault GIRLS TRACK: in the Western Maine semi-finals to At the end the season, the boys and Dupuis deserve a lot of credit The GHS girls track & field team Falmouth 1-4, with the the only win looked to avenge last year’s loss to for their leadership. “They really had a tremendous season. Coach by Jocelyn Bolt at #1 singles.

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12 | Gorham Times | [email protected] | June 27, 2019 | Since 1995 — A FREE, Biweekly Community Newspaper Gorham Leaders Learning More about Opioid Misuse Continued from Page 3 Elders and Exercise sion, and counseling policies at GHS She also emphasized the need for com- support for families; seeking state fund- Continued from Page 11 as examples of current efforts. Health munity awareness of amphetamine use. ing for out-patient treatment and staff seniors can benefit from 15 minutes of classes on substance abuse and more Following the panel, participants training; and more preventative strate- moderate heart pumping activity daily, resources for referrals were gaps she held small group discussions about gies for middle school students. 30 minutes is best.” She also said identified. current efforts in Gorham starting Guided by the Communities strength training exercises are recom- Dr. Mark Publicker discussed treat- with a list prepared from research Addressing Opioid Misuse lists and mended two to four times a week in ment with opioid abuse medication and by Communities Addressing Opioid suggestions from the workshop partici- addition to stretching exercises to emphasized the importance of treating Misuse that included identifying gaps pants, Blackwell-Moore said they would help maintain flexibility and balance people with respect. He was concerned and possible actions in the areas of prioritize the gaps and actions the and remain injury free. about people with mental illness self- prevention, harm reduction, treatment, group thought to be most urgent. Exercising can help you sleep bet- medicating. He wants to engage the and recovery. They were asked what “We are currently analyzing the ter, and for some, it reduces the symp- medical community with the commu- gaps they would like to see addressed results of the brainstorming session,” toms of anxiety and depression. For nity at large through support groups for in the next year and what additional Record said later, “and will soon be Kennie, exercise has been good for families. support they thought Gorham would sharing potential action steps with our weight control, strengthening bones The recovery case manager for need to address those gaps with action. local leaders and then eventually with and muscles, increasing stamina, Westbrook, Daniel Rideout, said she Some of the suggestions coming out the community at large.” improving overall fitness, but more gets referrals from Gorham. One issue of the discussions included holding Record expressed appreciation to all importantly, it increases life expectan- of concern to her was the roadblocks events at places where young people the local participants. “I was impressed cy. It adds many things to your health facing young people with family mem- frequent, such as the library, to give by the engagement of everyone in atten- and well being, most of all, exercise bers suffering from substance abuse. information on where to get help and dance and I’m hopeful this is the start of makes you happy. more collaboration by all stakeholders.” BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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GRADUATIONS The Gorham Lions will be meeting on July 9 at 6:30 p.m., Old Elmwood School House Johnathan Giovanni Brown, B.S. cum laude in management, Norwich University, Northfield, VT on South Street (Rte. 114). Regular dinner meetings are the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each Tucker Buteau, B.A. in English, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, VT month. New members always welcome. FMI, 929-9182. Meghan Hanley, B.A. in art history, Connecticut College, New London, CT Amanda D. Spink, B.S. in chemistry, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, VT LIBRARY NOTES The North Gorham Public Library at 2 Standish Neck Road has a free storytime for toddlers DEAN’S LIST all summer long on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Contact [email protected] for more Krista Boylen, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI information, or visit north-gorham.lib.me.us. Robert Campbell, Quinnipiac University, Hamden, CT Anthony Chase, University of New England Baxter Library programs include: Art in the Park (bring your lunch and imagination, sup- Jenna Cowan, University of New England plies are included); Evening Reader’s Theatre for all ages; 4-H Summer of Science (a 6-week Abigail Flint, Endicott College, Beverly, MA STEM program); Crafternoon for all ages (supplies provided); STEAM for toddlers (a 5-week Diana Kolb, Stonehill College, Easton, MA program in science, technology, engineering, art and math for toddlers ages 18-36 months); Carli Labrecque, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI and Walking Meditation with Ms. Heidi, who teaches an active way to meditate. Check the Cassidy Landry, Johnson & Wales University, Providence, RI calendar for the full schedule. The library opens every day at 9 a.m, except Sunday, and will Elizabeth Landry, University of New England be closed on the 4th of July. Learn more online at baxterlibrary.org, or call the library for Grace Libby, University of New England more information at 222-1190. Hannah Libby, University of New England Narissa Libby, Lasell College, Newton, MA USM NOTES Emily O’Donnell, Endicott College, Beverly, MA Summer Session at USM runs from May 20-August 14 (starting dates vary). Browse the Andy Pham, University of New England course offerings at usm.maine.edu/courses. Elizabeth Sullivan, University of New England Hallie Thomas, Endicott College, Beverly, MA The Southworth Planetarium on the Portland Campus presents several shows almost Kenneth Tuttle, Endicott College, Beverly, MA daily through the end of July. Find the complete schedule at usm.maine.edu/planet/events, or Alyssa Vaccaro, Endicott College, Beverly, MA FMI contact [email protected], 780-4249. Andrew York, University of New England Siena Zerillo, Saint Anselm College, Manchester, NH Transfer Tuesdays continue every week through July 30, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Students interested in transferring to the University of Southern Maine (USM) are welcome to get an HONORS in-person admission decision during a 30-minute interview with a counselor on any USM Alyssa Smith was inducted into National Society of Leadership and Success, Saint Anselm’s campus, Gorham, Portland, or Lewiston. Call 780-5670 to schedule an appointment. College, Manchester, New Hampshire. Plan ahead to enjoy two free band concerts in July at McCormack Performing Arts OF INTEREST Center: the Southern Maine Music Academy final concert on Saturday, July 13 at 2 p.m., Gorham resident Joseph Moutinho (GHS ’16) a member of the class of 2020 majoring in and the Southern Maine Junior Music Academy final concert on Saturday, July 27 at 2 p.m. chemical engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), was a member of a student Operated by the USM School of Music, both groups are part of the USM Summer Youth team that recently completed an intense, hands-on research through the WPI project center Music and Theatre Camps, housed on the Gorham campus. in Denmark. Visit USM’s full calendar online to see what’s happening on the Gorham campus, and Plans are underway for the Gorham High School Class of 1970 50th reunion to be held beyond, usm.maine.edu/events. during the summer of 2020. Organizers are currently upgrading the class member contact list. Should you be a member of the GHS Class of 1970, please send name, current address, SENIOR NEWS phone number and email address to [email protected]. The Lecky Brown Center’s “ARTrageous Seniors,” is offering Open Studio art, with oppor- tunities to try different subjects and media on June 28, July 12, 19, 26, August 9 and 30 Entrepreneur and CEO Kate Beever (GHS ’03, USM ’07) has announced that her com- during the summer. Bring your own projects to share and work on or jump into a new proj- pany, Maine Music and Health, was chosen out of 1,700 as one of 10 finalists in the Inc. ect with our art instructor. We are located on the 3rd floor at First Parish Church, 1 Church Magazine / UPS#SmallBizChallenge. Help support Kate, her company and music therapy St. FMI: Pam Tiffany, 239-2766 or [email protected]. in Maine with your vote (it’s very easy!) in the finals, where companies are competing for $25,000. Cast your vote before June 30 at https://www.inc.com/theupsstore/meet-the- The Gorham Medical Closet located at the Municipal Center 75 South St is free and avail- finalists-and-cast-your-vote.html able to Gorham residents in need of wheelchairs, shower seats, commodes, walkers, canes, crutches and more. FMI 839-3859, 839-2484, 329-4976, 632-2178, 839-3494, 839-3630. Cressey Road United Methodist Church will hold “Balls, Bubbles and Bikes” beginning Hours are by appointment only with one of the volunteers. If you don’t reach a volunteer, July 2 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-11 am, and Wednesdays from 6-7 pm. leave a message and they will return your call. Parents/caregivers are invited to bring children to play on the grounds. Feel free to bring bikes, scooters, etc. This is not a drop off event. 81 Cressey Road, Gorham. FMI 839-3111. Lakes Region Senior Center, located at the Little Falls Activity Center, 40 Acorn St. is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join them daily for coffee, tea, and social- izing. Ongoing daily activities include Mahjong on Mondays – beginners welcome. FMI, Sue Chesler-Doherty, 272-3095; Tuesday crafts and card games. FMI, Avis 892-0298; We Work with All The Memoir Writing Group meets the last Wednesday of the month. FMI, David 892-9604; Insurance Companies Thursday Table games at 10 a.m. and Friday Art Workshops at 9 a.m. FMI 892-0299. Joe Wyman has been doing auto body and collision work for over 50 years and at the same Gorham location for over 35 years. ONGOING I-Car Certified • ASE Certified • Major Collision • All vehicle types • Sandblasting The Gorham Food Pantry, located at 299-B Main St (parking lot of St. Anne’s Catholic Free Pick-up and Deliveries within a 15-mile Radius. Free loaner cars. 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