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Is Atlantic Rehab Slated For Closure? Calais High Wins Marianne Moore Takes Up Eastern Maine Title Post As Calais’ New Mayor

Pembroke Loses First Little League Baptist Church to Celebrates 60 Years Devastating Fire in Calais City Urges Voters to Withdraw From AOS

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The Calais Regional Hospital Board of Directors Congratulates All Staff on the Recent Award

2012 Top Rural Hospital for Quality and Safety 1 of 13 Nationwide PAGE 4 Making Sure Everyone Gets a Christmas

By Kaileigh Deacon a real eye opener and helps us appreciate the things we The normally hushed tones have.” of the Calais High School li- “They raised $1500,” Stu- brary were set aside Thursday dent Council advisor Lori Ellis afternoon while members of said. the Student Council and the So last Tuesday the students National Honor Society got in took their $1500 and went the Christmas spirit by wrap- shopping to local retailers. ping gifts. “This year they made it more The students raised money personal. They got lists from to purchase gifts for children the 11 kids that would be there at the Calais Children’s Project over Christmas and they went who would be staying there out and got everything on each over the holidays. list,” Ellis said. “People pledged money and After everything on the kids’ we rocked in our six hour rock- lists were picked up there a-thon,” Student Council Presi- was still $300 left over so dent Holly Romano said. they bought gifts to go to the The students broke their six entire facility to be used by hours up between three days everyone. to get everyone done because But for five students this Publisher of a snow storm that occurred project hit fairly close to home. at least they know they have celebrate the way most people The Calais Advertiser Inc. on the day the rock-a-thon was The five foreign exchange someone,” Claudia Cotoloni do, with their families. scheduled. So students from students at the high school all of Italy said. “We really want to thank the Editor/Reporter both groups sat in rocking spent the holidays away from So while Christmas music community. We were raising MARLA HOFFMAN chairs and rocked. their families. played and students laughed, money at a time of year when [email protected] “This is my favorite fund- “It’s good to help people the members of the Student money is even tighter in this raiser,” Romano said, “because who don’t have an opportunity Council and the National Hon- tough economy and the com- Office Manager we’re not just helping out the to have Christmas. It makes or Society helped bring Christ- munity pitched in,” Ellis said. BRENDA DEMPSEY school but the community. It’s them feel like they aren’t alone, mas to those who didn’t get to [email protected] Production Manager Graphic Designer CHERYL STABINSKI [email protected]

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By Marla Hoffman fied candidates to the school the committee not to settle on local districts rather than the there is an undesignated fund committee. MacArther rec- any candidate. “Do not settle AOS.” The Calais school commit- balance at the end of the cur- ommended the formation of with someone you are not As an example, he said Bar- rent fiscal year, Calais would tee is setting in motion its a subcommittee to head up comfortable with,” she said. ing, which is in AOS 77, sends plans for withdraw from AOS arguably get a share of that,” an internal search, if that’s “Do not make a bad hire.” some of its students to Bai- Stockford said. 77. While it has not yet de- the way the board chooses If anything, the committee leyville, which is in another cided whether the withdrawal Going into the withdrawal, — though she added that it can advertise again or even AOS completely. Stockford urged the board to will happen in 2013 or 2014, can be very time consuming consider hiring an interim su- The school committee will the committee is taking the look carefully at each step in and much harder to maintain perintendent until a match can have to determine what as- the process. process one step at a time. confidentiality. be found. The hiring process sets are Calais’, and what One of the first steps was “There are still many things If the search is done in- could take up to three months, belongs to the AOS board. to negotiate,” he said. “You meeting with an attorney from ternally, the subcommittee or maybe more, MacArthur All the servers, computers Bran & Isaacson — a firm have to know what you want would select the best qualified said. and desk equipment currently going in.” that has litigated several other candidates and bring those “It’s important to find the in the AOS office in Calais separations of RSU and AOS names to the full school com- right person,” she said. belongs to the AOS board, so groups — and a representative mittee to decide upon. those things must be newly from Maine School Manage- Because it has been a while Preparing To Withdraw purchased. ment Association, which will since Calais has hired a new Daniel Stockford of Brann The AOS office would be- help the board in its search superintendent, MacArthur & Isaacson spoke with the come the new Calais superin- for a new superintendent and suggested the committee school committee about the tendent’s office, as the build- organization of the adminis- make a list of what qualifi- withdraw process. “It should ing is owned by the city. The trative office. cations they are looking for, be fairly simple, but there are AOS board will be discussing The committee met Decem- what qualities and attributes a number of unknowns,” he its new superintendent’s office ber 18 at Calais High School are important and what they said. as well as other issues at its via live video chat with San- will expect from that person One of the unknowns is next meeting Thursday, Jan. 3, dra MacArthur of MSMA. She — which will be used by the whether AOS 77 will stay to- at Perry Elementary School. focused largely on the search search committee. gether or will break apart com- At the last AOS board meet- for a superintendent, what Typically, contracts are pletely, or if other towns will ing, other towns voiced con- they need to do in preparation drawn for 2-3 year, at the most decide to send their students cerns over whether Calais was and what they should expect 5 years for superintendents. to Calais schools through a tu- still liable for its percentage of during the process. Elements not to be overlooked ition agreement. These factors the cost of the superintendent “Hunting for a superinten- include: housing, health and could make a big difference in and special education director dent is not easy,” MacArthur dental insurance and retire- the withdraw process as well salaries, even after they’ve said. “On paper it sounds ment. The average salary in as the district’s budget. withdrawn. This issue in par- like a simple process, but it’s Maine is $208,900 per year as “You’ve got to consider ticular, Stockford urged the not.” of 2011, MacArthur said. the impact on enrollment,” board to peacefully resolve. With that warning, Ma- If Calais hires MSMA to Stockford said. “That can’t be “That’s an issue I’d recom- cArthur added that it can get conduct their search, they overlooked.” mend attempting resolve in costly, particularly when it can help with advertising as There was a question of negotiations,” Stockford said. GREAT comes to travel and accom- well as sending letters to all whether or not there is some- “In the absence of an agree- modation reimbursements for superintendents and assistant thing in the AOS agreement ment [with the AOS board], SELECTION prospective candidates. Addi- superintendents in the state. that binds them from receiving Calais could still be on the tionally, if the committee hires MSMA can also provide sam- students. Committee member hook for it. My hope is there NEW BOOKS someone from outside the ple contracts to the committee David Markow said he didn’t is a middle ground.” area, it could get even more for ideas on what to include. believe there was. Also, if there is a fund expensive when temporary When reviewing applica- “I don’t believe there is balance at the end of the fis- CALAIS housing, moving expenses tions, the committee should anything in the AOS agree- cal year — and Calais has BOOKSHOP and commuting are factored follow a check list. MacArthur ment on where a town can already withdrawn by July, in. All of those aspects are briefly discussed red flags send their students,” he said. will Calais still have rights to New, Used & Rare negotiated in the contract, when it comes to candidates. “That would be a decision of their proportional share? “If 405 MAIN ST. MacArthur said. Many changes in employ- She also stressed that con- ment, discrepancies and miss- fidentiality, while it sounds ing materials are all important obvious, is anything but easy to notice. to maintain. She suggested a “Always check references, confidentiality form be signed I can’t stress that enough,” by each person involved in the MacArthur said. “You have search. the right to call every single MacArther said that the one of their previous employ- district can either perform ers if you feel you need to, and the search internally or hire you can always ask for more IS BACK AT someone to conduct the search references.” for them and then refer quali- Most of all, MacArthur told St. Patrick’s Hall 407 Milltown Blvd., St. Stephen SUNDAY, JANUARY 6TH Doors Open: 5:30PM Can. Time Games Start: 7:00PM Can. Time A new twist on Bingo! A great night of entertainment - Don’t Miss it!

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By Marla Hoffman for the city. be able to take our vision and meet with anyone new to town and the city should give prop- And as marketing materials develop a retail and tourism or is thinking about moving to erty owners incentives to fix up The City Council’s Economic are being designed, continu- package.” town – a business person or their buildings in order to get Development Committee met ity should be a focus. Coun- The committee briefly dis- private citizen – to try and sell business in there, operating and Friday to discuss how plans cilor Alan Dwelley said that cussed business incentives. the community. collecting revenue. for marketing materials are it’s important that when people They agreed getting some of As far as the downtown revi- Some of these issues could coming along, as well as proj- see these marketing materials the larger businesses in town talization ordinance, committee be addressed through a revision ects concerning the downtown – such as brochures or welcome involved with the process of members agreed that some of city ordinances, and even revitalization ordinance, among packages – that they can be drawing other potential in- sort of update is necessary. For more so through the applica- other issues. recognized as distinctly Calais, vestors or business owners to example the existing ordinance tion of Community Develop- The committee will be meet- with a set theme. Calais. says that property owners mak- ment Block Grants, which are ing regularly in effort to get the “It’s about branding,” said “We’ve got to get the com- ing improvements worth more already being sought, said action items that were detailed Dwelley. “Everything should munity involved in this whole than $1,000 must take it to the Porter. in the Economic and Communi- have the same look.” process,” said Councilor Chris planning board for approval. “We’re not going to be able ty Development Report, written The committee also dis- Bernardini, “including the busi- “You can’t do anything down- to do it with ordinances alone,” by CWS Planning this fall, on cussed hiring a marketing firm, ness community.” town for under $1,000,” said Porter said. their way to being complete. but agreed they were not yet at The committee is in the pro- City Manager Diane Barnes. The committee will be meet- One of the primary objectives that stage. Also, it may be pru- cess of forming a Welcome “It needs to be updated.” ing again on Friday, Jan. 4. Por- of the committee is drafting a dent to hire a Maine firm, but Team, which will be made Another concern was pres- ter said he will gather brochures vision statement. Chris Steele not one from this area. up of community members, ervation downtown’s historic and other marketing materials of CWS suggested at a com- “Maybe someone outside such as the mayor and a rep- buildings. There has been a from other towns to look at as munity meeting last month this area, to get a fresh look resentative of the schools, consensus among residents that examples of what can be done. that be one of the first items to at things,” said Assistant City business people, and others. there needs to be more enforce- A workshop is also scheduled be tackled, as well as getting Manager Jim Porter. “They’ll The group’s function will be to ment of the existing ordinances, for Thursday, Jan. 31. started on marketing materials

City of Calais Has Renewed Hope Down East Hospice for a Nursing Home Volunteers Quilt Winner By Michael Dougherty al Hospital on a task force, they can be costly, and the which is charged with study- study will determine whether On June 21, the Atlantic Re- ing whether bringing a nursing a nursing home is actually hab Nursing Home in Calais home facility back to the Cal- needed. Right now, Calais closed its doors. The approxi- ais area is a viable option. Regional Hospital provides mately 40 residents were dis- The city has determined that skilled nursing for those who placed to other locations, and there is a need, but getting need it. in most cases, far from their the nursing home to reopen Care for the elderly is a high family and support system. will not be an easy task, said priority for the city of Calais “The community was Barnes. Some obstacles the and this joint task force is shocked and outraged,” said task force faces include: loca- definitely a step in the right Diane Barnes, City Manager. tion, funding and the fact that direction. “This had a negative effect there are only a limited number “We have determined there on local residents who had of nursing home beds allotted is a need,” Barnes said. “We loved ones in that facility. by the state of Maine. have an aging population The residents had to move to “Cost and being able to and we are a service center a new location further away in maintain a facility with a high community. We have a local Washington County or outside population of MaineCare resi- hospital that provides rehab the county. This has placed a dents using the services,” said services to nursing facility burden on the families who Barnes. patients. We have a skilled want to visit their loved ones. The task force has applied workforce of healthcare pro- Transportation is an issue for for a government grant to al- fessionals that no longer have some.” low them to conduct a feasi- jobs. We need this skill in the The winner of the Down East Hospice Volunteers quilt this year In response, the city is now bility study. Barnes said that area. We have other businesses was Jon Speed of Princeton. Pictured is Jon being presented with working with Calais Region- there are beds available, but that have suffered since the a pillow sham and quilt by Brenda Prout, friend of Down East closure of the nursing home. Hospice Volunteers. The tickets was drawn by Heather Ross, We have families that have CRH Auxiliary member. lived here all their lives and Eastern maine appliance never imagined moving out of the area for long term care. ~Top Freezer Refrigerators~ The city is committed to find- GE® 18.1 cu. ft. refrigerator ing a solution.” • Adjustable wire shelves - moveable racks can handle a variety of foods. • Factory-installed icemaker - refrigerator comes ready to automatically create ice • Upfront temperature controls - easy-to-use controls that regulate both fresh and freezer sections. • Gallon door storage - larger items are eas- ily accommodated in the door. • Can storage door shelf - holds cans in the door for each selection and quick access. • Crisper drawers - provide the ideal environ- Chip Howell ment for storing your fruits and vegetables. • Wire freezer shelf - provides additional storage for frozen foods. Metal Roofing GTH18CCD All Models GTH18CCDWW DISCLAIMER ENERGY STAR model *Department of Energy Although our roofing is much more durable than shingles, Financing Available. Pick up yourself and save more! We service what we sell! we cannot be responsible for damages caused by 86 North St., CALAIS • 454-3650 reindeer or sleighs this time of year! MoNDAY - FRIDAY 8AM-5PM MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR GE • HOTPOINT • CROSLEY • MAYTAG • SPEEDQUEEN (Yes, we do work all year long 454-3025.) PAGE 7 Calais Regional Hospital Named Top Rural Hospital By Marla Hoffman CRH is one of just 13 in the country to receive the honor Calais Regional Hospital this year. “Washington County recently was recognized as should be thrilled with this a Leap Frog top rural hospi- news,” Lally said. tal, recognizing the stides the Work on improving the hos- hospital has taken in hospital pital’s patient care doesn’t stop safety. there. “It’s been quite a journey “This is an accumulation of and we’ll continue to improve, improvements we’ve made and with a focus on patient safety,” how the staff has worked to- said Teena Dominie, quality gether,” Mike Lally, CEO, said managment director for the at a recent press conference. hospital. “For us, the real re- “It’s really a team environment ward is knowing our patients around here.” will be better off in our care.” In honor of the Leap Frog Dominie said CRH will con- honor, Lally dressed in a tuxedo tinue to work on other Leap and Kermit the Frog mask. Frog’s initiatives. Calais Regional Hospital Quality Management Director Teena Dominie, CEO Mike Lally and Chief Nursing Officer Cheryl Zwingman-Bagley. (Photo by Marla Hoffman)

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DECEMBER 28: Seniority Educational Opportunity Breakfast Club at the Wick- Center will be hosting a FREE achee Restaurant at 7:00 a.m. workshop entitled Essentials This is a Friday, just for the of College Planning for adults month of December. 19 & over at the Machias Ca- JANUARY 3: Keys to Life reerCenter, 53 Prescott Drive, Tabernacle free public New Suite 1, at 10 a.m. To register Year’s supper, music and fel- or for more information, call lowship at 6:00 p.m. Reserva- 1-800-281-3703 or visit us on tions preferred. Located on the web at http://meoc.maine. By Dorothy Johnson of our youngsters and adults Beech St., Calais across from edu. come from separated families Discovery House. 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Adults are running on nervous nual spaghetti dinner and si- -Wednesdays: AL-ANON energy through the days of De- mas is over and it is time to have lent auction from 5:30 - 7:00 meets at 6:30 p.m. in the old The anticipation of Christmas a meal that does not take a lot of is like that for the children. cember and when they finally pm at the Calais High School Calais Hospital basement. get the kids down for the night time. This week we are looking cafetorium supporting Skills -Fridays: Caregiver Sup- Their cymbals are heard on at an easy Crock Pot Roast. Christmas morning with the on Christmas Eve and have USA students from Wood- port group at Machias Veter- the preparations ready for the Crock Pot roast land, Calais and Shead High ans’ Home meets first Friday opening of their presents and Ingredients: then every thing goes down Christmas meal, they need Schools. of every month at 2:00 p.m. some down time…and often One 4-5 pound beef roast JANUARY 10: The Maine Contact Lisa at 255-0162 hill. Santa is no longer watch- (any kind) ing behaviors; he has already those anticlimactic days after Christmas bring on depres- One (one and a quarter ounce) delivered to those who are package of brown gravy mix naughty and nice. Regardless sions. Sometimes the depression dry of threats, Santa does not take One (One and a quarter presents back to the North Pole. may be caused by sheer ex- haustion; sometimes it is the ounce) package dried Italian The New Year comes in with a salad dressing mix whimper. comparison of the reality of their Christmases and the shin- One (one and a quarter) pack- For adults the crescendo is age ranch dressing mix dry built with shopping, wrapping, ning lights and happy families of the television world. Many One-half cup water to Natasha Nicholson Method: 1. Place beef in crock pot. st 2. Mix dried mixes together on December 31 in a bowl and sprinkle over roast. 3. Pour water around roast. 4. Cook on low for 7-9 hours. Start on high for two hours; then cook on low. The dry mixes will be too salty for some people and diets and this can be remedied by not using the entire package of the two dressings. 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Some of Washington County, including Calais and the sur- rounding communities, got pummeled by snow and rain last week. Other parts of the county, including Eastport and Machias, reported just a dust- ing. In celebration of the winter wonderland, several snowmen families cropped up around Calais.

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Woodland Rec. Dept. News & Notes

ELEMENTARY BASKET- 3 / 8; There will be NO open BALL / CHEERING: gym for gr. 9 & up on Sundays New practice & game sched- from 6 / 8 pm until after the ules will be issued after vaca- Holidays. There is no cost for tion break, at this time all in this program. house basketball teams will “Zumba” Classes: Classes remain the same. Players are will resume after the Holidays to double check their schedules ! This program will be held for game & practice times. every Tues. & Thurs. from 6 F.M.I. contact the Rec. Dept. / 7 pm at the Woodland Elem. JR. HIGH BB LEAGUE School. There is a cost. F.M.I.: (GR. 6 / 8): please contact the Rec. Dept. Games Schedule: Sat. Dec.22 at 427-6205, or at recreation@ at 9 am = U.S.M. / U. M.P.I.; baileyville.org, or on “face- 10 am = COLBY / BOWDOIN. book”. There will be no games on Sat. EXERCISE / AEROBICS: Dec. 29th due to the vacation / On going, Sun. Dec. 30 & Holiday break.This program is Wed. Jan. 2, and every Sun. being provided for the enjoy- afternoon @ 4 pm, and on Wed. ment of the participants, sports- at 6:30 pm evening; classes are Devin Hall lit it up in Woodland Thursday scoring 27-points for the Blue Devils, including 4-3’s. (Photo manship, learning the skills of held at the Woodland Elem. by John Rogers) the game and having fun are the School Gym. top priorities. Any questions, or The Woodland Parks & rec- F.M.I. contact the Woodland reation is always interested Rec. Dept. at 427-6205 or on in starting New programs. Facebook. Please contact the Woodland OPEN GYM BASKET- Rec. dept. with your ideas and BALL: interest, at 427-6205 or recre- Sun. Dec. 30 at 4:30 pm at [email protected], or on the Woodland H.S. Gym for gr. “facebook”.

Woodland Rec. Dept. Activity Calendar SUN. DEC. 30 6:00 pm: “Zumba”, Ages 13 12:00 pm: Gr. 6 / 8 Co-Ed & UP; WES Gym Basketball League, Colby, FRI. JAN. 4 WHS Gym 4:30 pm: Elem. BB, Gr. 4 / 6, 1:00 pm: Gr. 6 / 8 Co-Ed Lakers, WES Gym Basketball League, Bowdoin, SAT. JAN. 5 WHS Gym 9:00 am: Gr. 6 / 8 Co-Ed 2:00 pm: Gr. 6 / 8 Co-Ed Basketball League, Bowdoin / Basketball League, U.S.M., U.M.P.I.; WHS Gym WHS Gym 10:00 am: Gr. 6 / 8 Co-Ed 3:00 pm: Gr. 6 / 8 Co-Ed Basketball LeagueE, COLBY Basketball League, U.M.P.I., / U.S.M.; WHS Gym WHS Gym SUN. JAN 6 4:00 pm: Exercise / Aerobics, 12:00 pm: Gr. 6 / 8 Co-Ed (Ages 13 & Up) WES Gym Basketball League, Colby, 4:30 pm: Open Gym BB, Gr. WHS Gym 8 & Down; WHS Gym 1:00 pm: Gr. 6 / 8 Co-Ed TUES. JAN. 1 Basketball League, Bowdoin, HAPPY NEW YEAR ! WHS Gym WED. JAN. 2 2:00 pm: Gr. 6 / 8 Co-Ed 3:00 pm: Elem. BB, Gr. 4 / 6, Basketball League, U.S.M., Lakers, WES Gym WHS Gym 6:30 pm: Exercise / Aerobics, 3:00 pm: Gr. 6 / 8 Co-Ed (Ages 13 & Up) WES Gym Basketball League, U.M.P.I., THURS. JAN. 3 WHS Gym 3:00 pm: Elem. BB, Gr. 4 / 6, 4:00 pm: Exercise / Aerobics, Bulls, WES Gym (Ages 13 & Up) WES Gym 4:30 pm: Elem. BB, Gr. 4 / 6, 4:30 pm: Open Gym BB, Gr. Heat, WES Gym 8 & Down; WHS Gym Joel Leeman takes a jumper on the circle, as the Calais Blue Devils held off the Dragons 53-43. (Photo by John Rogers)

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High School Basketball BOYS – The first match-up between Calais & Woodland boys was played Thursday night in Baileyville before a large crowd of fans. It proved to be an exciting game to watch with Woodland having a one point edge after the first frame 9-8. Devin Hall did his biggest damage against the Dragons in the second frame as he found open shots 4-times three of them 3-pointers, so after 16-minutes of action the Devils had surged to a 22-14 advantage. A gutsy Dragon squad battled back in the third getting within a few points only to see Calais hit three consecutive threes, 1-each by Nathan Hall, Devon Hall, and Cordell Hold. The third period ended with Calais up 43-28. Woodland fought back in the final stanza outscoring their guests 15-10 to end the game 53-43. Devin Hall had a superb game scoring 27-points with 4-3’s; Cordell Hold hit 8, Nathan hall 8, and Tyler Niles 6 in the win. For the Dragons CJ Brown paced the attack inside with 17-points and Toby Tomah hit 12. Earlier against Narraguagus the Dragons fought back from an opening 16-11 deficit and then trailing at the end of the 2nd & 3rd periods to outscore the Knights 16-9 in the fourth earning a 46-43 win. Good balance from the hosting Dragons had Tyler Cochran with 9, Damon Lincoln 8, Scott Boies 8, and Toby Tomah 8. Spence Thompson led the Knights with 17 and Joshua Hachey added 7. GIRLS – The Lady Knights were hosted by the Lady Dragons on Mon- day. In the opening frame Woodland trailed 9-4 but through the next four frames Narraguagus got hot and the Lady Dragons struggled gets points on the board & fell 63-14 on the buzzer. Anna Ramsey led the win earning 17, Kelli Kennedy hit 11, and Carol Ann Young added 9 in the win. Julia Sprague scored 7 for Conor McCadden puts it in off the glass in the opening frame at Woodland. (Photo by John Rogers) Woodland.

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Joel Leeman looks to intercept a pass to Jake Hoops. (Photo by John Rogers) Woodland Dragon Damon Lincoln delivers a layup in the third period. (Photo by John Rogers)

(LEFT) Cordell Hold looks to outlet after gaining the board. (Photo by John Rogers)

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CJ Brown paced the Woodland Dragon action scoring 17-points. (Photo by John Rogers) Photos For Consideration

Some sports fans are taking quality sports/recreation photos that might be suitable for printing within our sports section. These pictures should be at 300dpi, very sharp focus, jpeg, and a nice action/still shot. If you have 1-3 such pictures we would be interested in seeing them for consideration. Please e-mail them as an attachment to our sports reporter at john_rogers@ roadrunner.com. Names must be included. They must be received anytime on Monday for the Tuesday edition.

Dragon junior Tyler Cochran takes the action into the paint. (Photo by John Rogers)

(LEFT) Scott Boies works to penetrate against Blue Devil Joel Leeman. (Photo by John Rogers) PAGE 14 In Memory Obituaries In Memory

In Loving Memory Of CHAD MARTIN CASEY 12/28/1984 - 11/6/2010 Happy 28th Birthday and Merry Christmas

Another holiday season and birthday with- out you my dear Chaddy boy, oh how the memories and emotions flood me this time of year, When I think back over the years from when you were just a toddler all the way through to adulthood how excited you would be knowing Christmas and your birthday were almost here. THOMAS H. JOHNSON CHARLOTTE You always stayed a kid at heart, that, nobody can disagree. You loved the excitement and the PEMBROKE – Thomas H. FULLERTON surprises that you would receive at your party or from under the tree. Johnson, 76, passed away 7 AUGUST 1928 - Your Christmas stockings were always Adam and your favorite thing to do on Christmas peacefully at a Bangor Hospi- 11 SEPTEMBER 1999 morning and would wake me at the crack of dawn saying: “It’s morning can we get up now, tal on December 16, 2012. Tom can we, can we”? was born October 25, 1936 in CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN Oh, the memories are priceless that I hold deep in my heart and mind, of the good old days East Providence, RI, son of I see the countless Christmas when we were all together and not heaven and earth apart, Carlton and Dorothy (Blaney) Trees around the world below, Your brother is keeping the tradition of buying me a Christmas Bear every year for Johnson. He attended school in with tiny lights, like heaven’s Christmas like you and he have done since moving into our new home, oh how this warms Swansea, MA, graduating from stars, reflecting on the snow. my heart. Joseph Case High School, class The sight is so spectacular, The first Christmas without you, a dear friend and neighbor gave me a poem, about you spend- of 1955 and then served his please wipe away that tear, for ing Christmas with Jesus and it was beautiful but very sad for me to read knowing it would be country in the Army National I am spending Christmas with our first Christmas apart from each other. Guard. Tom was an avid race Jesus Christ this year. Well, yesterday in church, they read that same poem before we placed tags on the memory tree car fan; he loved NASCAR and I hear the many Christmas for our deceased loved ones. Oh what memories that brought back and small track races. He owned songs that people hold so dear, Momma didn’t handle herself very well, feeling like I was going to smother. several of his own cars racing but the sounds of music can’t I did manage to pull myself together and back in the church for the rest of the service I went. mostly at Seekonk Race Track compare with the Christmas But, these are the ups and downs I will live with forever without you here. in Seekonk, MA. Tom was a choir up here. So I pray for strength everyday and tell myself you are in a better place, pain free and sur- hard worker and dedicated to I have no words to tell you, rounded by family, love, justice, peace and beauty in our Lord’s home up there. his excavation company, TH the joy their voices bring, for it Your stocking is hung as it is every year. But instead of being filled with, razors, candy, gloves Johnson Excavation; when he is beyond description, to hear and other goodies, it is full of all the memories from past Christmases that we spent with you. did get time away from work the angels sing. So the picture that I picked this year was from one of those memories I hold so dear in my Tom enjoyed sneaking off to go I know how much you miss heart. Adam and you were young and would sleep together on Christmas Eve. fishing. Tom married Patience me. I see the pain inside your You were so excited for morning and all that would be waiting for you to see and do. Gray in Somerset, MA on June heart, but I am not so far away. Whether it be three or thirty Christmases or birthdays I may have to spend without you 4, 1985. After moving to Pem- We really aren’t apart. here, broke and opening his shop, So be happy for me dear Please know that you live in my heart, mind and soul each day throughout each and every Pembroke Antiques, he and Pa- ones. You know I hold you year. tience enjoyed traveling around dear, and be glad I’m spending I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you for always, as long I’m living my baby you’ll be. in search of treasures for the Christmas, with Jesus Christ shop. Tom loved chatting with this year. Love always and forever, all those who stopped to browse, I send you each a special Mom but his biggest enjoyment was gift, from my heavenly home xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo spending time with his family. above. Also loved and missed by Adam, Stephen, Gram, Aunt Nancy, Uncle Stephen, Ryan, Tom was a kind and gentle I send you each a memory of, Damon, Stevie, Monica, Heather, family and friends. Give our love to Dad, Karen, man, caring and thoughtful; he of my undying love. Glenn and Jason, hugs and kisses to you all. will be missed by all who knew After all “Love” is the gift, him. Survivors include his lov- more precious than pure gold. ing wife, Patience Johnson; six It was always most import in children, Kristen E. Johnson, the stories Jesus told. of Fall River, MA, Stacy E. Please love and keep each Sexton, of Brush Prairie, WA, other, as my Father said to do, Wendy L. Pollard, of Queen for I can’t count the blessing or Creek, AZ, Rebekah L. Kershaw, love he has for each of you. of Swansea, MA, Kenneth C. So, have a Merry Christmas Chalk, of Washington D.C., and and wipe away that tear. Charles D. Chalk, of Somerset, Remember, I’m spending MA; two brothers, Carlton and Christmas, with Jesus Christ Harold Johnson, both of MA; this year. fourteen grandchildren; two great grandchildren; many WE ALWAYS REMEM- nieces and nephews, including BER YOU AT CHRISTMAS, Lauren Johnson whom he was THE HOLIDAY THAT YOU very close with and his canine LOVED SO MUCH companion, Buddy. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 LOVE YOU MAW/GRAM a.m., Saturday, December 29th TEDDY (POOCHY) & at Mays Funeral Home-Flagg FAMILY Chapel, 72 High St., Eastport BRIDGET & FAMILY with Pastor Gary Kinney of- AMYJO & FAMILY ficiating. Condolences and (LITTLE) TIMMY & memories may be shared at FAMILY www.maysfuneralhome.com. TODD & FAMILY PAGE 15 In Memory

DALE SPEED 7-12-1929 - 12-27-2011

Miss You My thoughts are where I wish I were---With you Love forever, Joanne

This photo is interesting for a couple of reasons- the hotel and the car. The hotel had many names over the years, what was its last? Hint: It became a rather notorious place in its later years. Secondly can you tell us the year of the car? If you have any information about this photo or other photos or information you would like to share with the Historical Society please con- tact Gayle Moholland, Fred Becker or Al Churchill. You may also leave a message on the answering machine at the Historical Society. 454-3061

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Beginning Nov. 3-4 SATURDAY 4:00 pm - St. Joseph, SUNDAY Eastport 8:30 am - Immaculate 6:00 pm - Immaculate Conception, Calais Conception, Calais 10:30 am - St. James, Baileyville At the corner of North and Lowell streets was once a very large and impressive home know as the 5:00 pm - St. Ann, Pleasant Pt. Nichols House. It looks like a parade is passing the house in this photograph although Lowell Street is an odd street to be on a parade route. We don’t know when the house was torn down but it must E-mail: have been many years ago. Tel: 454-0686 [email protected]

Christian Science Society 29 Church Street, Calais / 454-8016 St. Croix Masonic Hall 10 Calais Avenue, Calais, ME Holy Eucharist Sunday Morning at 9:00 am Sunday School 9:00 am SUNDAYS AT 10:00 A.M. Nursery Care provided during the service • Handicap Accessible Evening Prayer/Holy Eucharist, Wednesday at 6:00pm Phone (207) 454-2295 -All are cordially invited to attend these services- “We at St. Anne’s recognize and thank all service members and their families for their sacrifices.” The cook in the photo from a couple of weeks Calais Seventh-day Adventist® Church ago was, according to 8 Chapel St, Calais, ME, 04619 • 207-454-7481 Tom Brennan, is John Boudreau. The photo was Worship: Sundays at 11AM taken about 1973 when Saturday, Sabbath School: 9:45 am Please join us! John and Bruce McCar- Church Service: 11 am thy were co-owners of the Bible Study: Tuesday at 3:30 pm Wonder what’s going on at Sunday School 9:45am-10:45am Crackerbarrell at the cor- People’s UMC? “Like” our Grades K-5 will be learning about the Ten Commandments, with games, songs, ner of Lowell and North Facebook page! Bible stories, and the popular K-10-C animated DVDs. Need a ride? Call us. Streets and shows the Arnet Mathers, Pastor interior of the Cracker- For further information call 1-866-669-1110 barrell. PAGE 16 Irene Chadbourne Food Pantry Miss Maine’s Outstanding Teen Program Now Accepting Registrations

The Miss Maine’s Outstand- ness within their community. ing Teen Program is accepting All the necessary elements applications for “At Large” Miss Maine’s Outstanding Teen Contestants to compete in the contestants execute will help Miss Maine’s Outstanding Teen develop life-long skills, which pageant in mid-June at Crooker will make them great leaders of Theater at Brunswick High tomorrow. School in Brunswick. The The Miss America’s Out- Miss Maine’s Outstanding Teen standing Teen Organization en- Pageant is the official state pre- courages positive achievement liminary to the Miss America’s by helping to nurture and build Outstanding Teen Pageant held the scholastic achievement, cre- each August in Florida. ative accomplishment, healthy All contestants, aged 13-17 living and community involve- and not a high school senior, ment of our youth. will compete in the following To obtain a registration form phases of competition: inter- and additional information view, scholastic achievement, about Miss Maine’s Outstand- talent, evening gown, and ing Teen Program, contact Re- physical fitness. Contestants becca Beck at rebeccabeck@ need to choose a platform of comcast.net or the Miss Maine their choice to promote aware- website, www.missmaine.org.

Food pantries in the area are straining under the requests of new clients and this trend is expected to continue through the winter as the needy try to keep up with heating bills. The Irene Chadborne Food Have a safe and Pantry of Calais was busy with a good crew of volunteers and many clients waiting last Thursday. Len Hanson is the new manager of the pantry and he brings his military background to the organization to keep everything running smoothly. Above Len and his crew of volunteers happily accept a Christmas donation from the Calais Advertiser. (Photo by Dorothy Johnson) Happy New Year!

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MACHIAS — The trustees of the Maine Higher Education As- sistance Founda- tion (MeHEAF) are pleased to a n n o u n c e t h e awarding of a scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to Kelsey Porter, a business and entrepreneurial studies major at Judy Knapp (right) from the Labor of Love Food Pantry accepts a the University donation from Liz Trouant, 2nd Vice President St. Croix Interna- tional Quilters. (Photo Credit: Trouant) of Maine at Ma- chias. She is a graduate of Jone- Donation Brings Holiday sport-Beals High School. Cheer to Food Pantry T h e M a i n e Higher Educa- By Lynda Duplissea This year, Eastport’s Labor tion Assistance of Love Food Pantry was se- Foundation was EASTPORT — A recent lected. In the past, the quilters established in the donation to the Labor of Love collected non-perishable food 1950’s as a guar- Food Pantry in Eastport will at their Christmas party and de- antee fund for stu- help provide meals for many livered it to the selected pantry; dent loans. Machias Savings Bank President Larry Barker, left, presents a $1,000 scholar- families this holiday season. Liz however, this year the quilters The founders ship from the Maine Higher Education Assistance Foundation to Kelsey Porter, Trouant, second vice president decided to make a cash dona- included a wide a student at the University of Maine at Machias. of the St. Croix International tion. “In that way, the pantry range of banks, Quilters presented Judy Knapp can purchase what is needed businesses, com- The fund is now managed System, St. Joseph’s College, with the donation, noting that it by the families they serve,” munity organizations, and by the Maine Bankers As- Thomas College, University is better to give than to receive. explained Trouant. individuals. sociation. of Maine at Augusta, Univer- A river, a bridge, and a shared The St. Croix International In 1990, the MeHEAF trust- Since 1990, a total of sity of Maine at Farmington, love of quilting connect these Quilters hold a business meet- ees, to continue the original $282,000 in scholarships University of Maine Fort quilters. They are also con- ing on the third Wednesday intent of the founding mem- has been awarded. Colleges Kent, University of Maine at nected by a desire to help those of the month at the Method- bers, initiated a scholarship receiving MeHEAF grants Machias, University of Maine in need and that is why each ist Homes Recreation Hall program funded by the return each year are: Husson Uni- at Presque Isle, University of year the quilters select one food in Calais and two workshops on the original loan guarantee versity, five campuses of the New England, and University pantry, from the many that serve each month. New members are funds. Maine Community College of Southern Maine. their communities, to assist. always welcome.

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The day ending with cation would start! It was hard love them all. everyone feeling just fine. to believe. No homework was As students filed out to ex- Mrs. Newcomb stood watch planned for over a week. A change their school gifts the in the hall, like every day. Edmunds School gift in itself, Almost beyond memories of these extra pro- Keeping her eye on the lines, our belief. Alison called us grams gave our spirits a lift. and watching for strays. We to brunch, our stomachs were How fortunate we are that heard her exclaim as one last Priscilla Hobart second graders have been growling, the food Cindy our school has these things. look did we take, 726-0636 learning to recite “The Night made was certainly calling. These extra efforts a 212 de- Merry Christmas to all, and Before Students and Staff sat down gree award should bring. The enjoy your school break! Christmas” which they with their food. day is winding down fast and There will be Open Gym for shared with everyone at the boys from 2:00 to 3:30 pm on Christmas music program. We Wednesdays January 2nd and spent some time in Ms. Gran- 9th. Peewee Basketball will ville’s room recently where resume after the Christmas we were taught how to make break. some giant snowflakes with Want to see your school’s news Coming events: On Janu- the help of Ms. Granville, Ms ary 18th at 11:30 a.m. there Preston, and students. Thank will be an Early Release for you! on this page? all students, including Pre-K. They are awesome! Some Lunch will be served. students stayed after school on January 21 - NO SCHOOL - Thursday to watch the mov- Martin Luther King Holiday. ie, “How The Grinch Stole Pre-K/Kindergarten: This Christmas”. week we have been busy fin- Grades 3 & 4: They had the ishing tree ornaments for our unexpected pleasure of having classroom tree as well as some Ms. Clymer for an art project tree ornaments to give to the last week. The project was to community. Pre-K made a draw beyond a stick figure by Christmas counting book. including the joints: then ap- Kindergarten has learned ply that skill into figures in some holiday traditions from motion. Thank you Ms. Cly- other countries. mer for helping us. The Dragon’s Den Grades 1 and 2: First and Also, Grades 3 & 4 would Camille Howard & away with another win by three thinking about Winter Carni- Kylee Caruso points. Keep up the good work val. If students have any ideas boys!! The girls’ JV and varsity for activities, themes for days, Home the way you want it; healthcare when you need it. The last week before Christ- games against Calais were can- or the theme for the overall mas break has come and gone! celed due to the weather, but carnival, go to your class rep- Assisted Living in the St. Croix Valley Students are officially on their we still got our boys games resentative and get the word own time, but you’re still going out! We’ve had a busy fall, so Personalized Assisted Living Services to 30 residents in a on Thursday!! Hosted in the to get all the news you need. So Dragon Dome, it was an excit- get rested up over the vacation warm, home-like setting. Conveniently located near the let’s put on our coat and hats, ing evening, both Woodland so we can get some more good Calais Regional Hospital in Calais, Maine. and explore this wonderland of and Calais supporters shout- work done! winter news. ing enthusiastically from the The band and chorus stu- This was an unexpectedly stands. Sadly, the Devil’s took dents have been working hard NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS short week, because students this one, but there’s always all year, but the busy season When you need assistance with your daily routine, but want had Wednesday off for the next time! is officially over. Students are security of an assisted living facility, look no further. snow! Students built snow- Woodland’s JMG career thinking about what songs men, threw snowballs, or just association just finished up a they’d like to perform for the For information call Lila Taylor, LPN., Residential Director got a few extra hours of sleep. hoodie drive for the month of annual Coffee House coming at (207) 454-3663, 40 Palmer Street, Calais, Maine A snow day is like a holiday December. All the hoodies they up in March. The District 6 Owned and Operated by First Atlantic Corporation to the students at WHS, and it collected will be donated to music festival is coming up on was quite a treat to have one so the local thrift store, Heart to January 31st, and we have a close to Christmas. Heart. The career association few students preparing to rep- Charlotte County Hearing On Monday, December 17th, will soon be starting a penny resent our music department. girls’ and boys’ varsity played drive. The drive will be for the Until then, you can come see Health Care Centre Narraguagus. The girls unfor- leukemia foundation and in the band play at a basketball tunately didn’t win. The boys, memory of Lane Plissey. game! TIRED OF SAYING “WHAT?” once again had a very close The school’s student council The National Honors Soci- HEARING AIDS STARTING AT $895 game! With a little under two has been taking a bit of a break, ety is making up for lost time. FULL-TIME AUDIOLOGIST minutes left the game was tied. but as soon as we get back from Their first official meeting The team ended up coming Serving Charlotte and Washington Counties at the Holiday break we’ll start was held Tuesday after school 175 King Street, St. Stephen, NB and we discussed fundraising Open Mon - Fri from 8:30 AM to 5PM opportunities, how the year Audiologist Call 506-466-1648 for your usually goes for the society, Dwight Ough appointment today. Need help? and what the new members can Experiencing expect. It was an exciting meet- Call: ing, and all new inductees are ready to get their feet wet. Crisis 1-800- Grades still haven’t closed ~ASSISTED LIVING HOME~ for the quarter. They don’t of- 526 South St., Calais, ME 04619 Pregnancy? 395-HELP ficially end until January 15th, 207-454-3709 • 207-421-3977 so students, this vacation is no time to let yourself forget Maine Vitae Society helps young mothers everything you’ve learned AMENITIES OFFERED: over the past few months. You Large private rooms also won’t be hearing from us Home-cooked meals at WHS until the second week of the New Year, so we’ll have Medicine administration a lot of catching up to do. We Personal Care (dressing, shower, etc) 106 Main Street, #F, hope you’re as excited about Transportation to local doctor visits Houlton, ME 04730 it as we are! From all of us at Woodland Jr. Sr. High school, Our 24-hour staff is state licensed and are supervised students and faculty, thanks Support Services, Free Pregnancy by a Registered Nurse. for checking in, and Happy Tests, Confidential Peer Counseling, Christmas. Abortion Recovery Program, Alternatives To Abortion. “The best way to spread ~Long-term and short-term stays welcome~ Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear” ~Buddy (207) 532-6380 • Toll Free (866) 204-0824 • www.care-net.org The Elf PAGE 19 I don’t know what Jeff is thinking, but I can understand not making one. If you make Calais Dennysville one and end up breaking it- isn’t that the way it usually American Priscilla Hobart goes- you feel a little guilty 726-0636 and make excuses as to why Legion you didn’t keep it. Well, Michael McLean The Lincoln Memorial Li- Meddybemps maybe you could think it and 454-3435 brary in Dennysville is open not say it out loud so that no on Mondays from 4 p.m. to can call you on it later; but I Hope everyone survived our 7 p.m.; also on Tuesdays and Lance Bagley hatches, doves, chickadees, guess that’s not good because 1st major storm. Fridays from 1:30 to 4:00 [email protected] hairy and downy woodpeck- you know that you resolved to On behalf of the Calais p.m.; on Wednesdays for the ers and, of course, a squirrel. do it. But what’s wrong with American Legion, I would Children’s Story Hour from There’s a new face at the Other varieties will show up failing? After all, it’s not about like to wish management and 2 pm to 4 p.m.; and on Thurs- Meddybemps Post Office. later.” how you fall; it’s about what staff of the Calais Advertiser days it is open from 10:00 a.m. Debbie Dow has moved down Sally went on to tell me that you do after you get up. You a Merry Christmas and thank to 2:00 pm. to the Pembroke Post Office Mark Ketchen is planning to can start all over again; you can everyone for your support. Dennysville/Edmunds stu- and our own Tiffany Townsend come the day after Christmas, recreate it new every day of the Our thoughts and prayers are dents who made the 1st quar- is doing the job here in town weather permitting. They are year. How does that go? “Live with the families and friends ter Honor Roll were Delaney three days a week. Whenever looking forward to that. in the present because the past of the Newtown, Connecticut Gardener and Alayna Caricofe you go in she greets you with Myrtle Ackley: “I don’t is gone and the future isn’t here community. These times unite from Grade 10; from grade a smile and she’s right on the make them. I take things a yet and the only place you exist community, clergy and the 11 Summer Hodgdon, Blayne ball. I brought three boxes in day at a time.” (I like that. Be is now.” Hummm…that way whole world. Chaffey, Justina Morang, and to be shipped for Christmas alive to what’s before you and every day would be the begin- Remember our troops, vet- Jacob Sunde, from grade 12 and she had them posted and take care of today what needs ning of new life. erans, and their families dur- Brianne Corey, and Nakita ready to go in a flash. I asked taking care of today.) In the aftermath of the hor- ing this holiday season. Merry Matthews. her how things were going. Myrtle told me that Lynn rific killings at Sandy Hook Christmas. “I like the job. I really do (Cousins) Dwelley and her Elementary School in New- Commander Mike and enjoy it; and it’s not too far husband Grady were in a car town, CT, Ann Curry of TV’s Joan. from home. Hopefully they’ll accident on December 16th in Today Show started a move- keep it open. It’s possible that Harrington. Both were taken ment for doing a random act they’ll cut the operating hours to the hospital in Machias of kindness. It has spread all down to four hours a day, but where Grady was treated and over the world. People are that’s not definite. They’re released, but Lynn’s injuries doing simple things ranging really not sure what they’re required surgery. “She’s feel- from: buying someone a cup going to do. The town meeting ing a bit better, but she has a of coffee, holding the door for Maine is coming up, but no date has ways to go. She’ll need to have a stranger, taking a neighbor been set yet.” therapy.” to a doctor’s appointment, to Development We chatted and I mentioned We all wish Lynny (As Jean buying meals for homeless that I noticed that the lake was used to call her) a speedy re- people or volunteering at an awfully calm the past few days covery. animal shelter. Wouldn’t it be Associates so I went down by the water to Myrtle said that Ted does great if we in Meddybemps check it out. “Holy smokes!” I make resolutions at times but could make a point of joining Your #1 Washington County Landlord blurted out. “There’s ice on the hasn’t made one for this year this effort. water. With the climate change yet. Happy New Year and may that has been going on, I went Jeff (The friendly guy who each and every one have peace, and planted a bunch of coconut delivers propane for the J.D. joy, love, and a new awaken- NOW LEASING palm trees and planned on put- Thomas Oil Co.): “I didn’t ing every single day of the ting up a stand on the corner of decide on any. I don’t know if new year. New Year’s Special with Bonus Stone Road and 191 and mak- I’m going to make one.” ing a killing selling coconuts. I guess that’s all off now,” I Sign a lease before the New Year! told her. Tiffany just looked at me and Boynton Manor smiled. Probably thinks she’s waited on her first crackpot. 32 Boynton Street Winter arrives for real on Eastport, ME 04631 the 21st and I suppose there $100.00 Gift Card and FREE 1st month of rent will be thick ice on the lake and plenty of snow on the ground to curse at or play with, depending on how you look at it. Snow is beautiful to watch Woodland Manor Apartments as it falls in thundering silence, and snowmobilers can rev up 2025 S Princeton Road, their engines for long rides Adult Family Care Homes of Maine Baileyville, ME 04694 through a winter wonderland. Assisted Living $250.00 Gift Card and FREE 1st month of rent Maybe that’s what New Year’s resolutions are all about- a Facility Calais Alternative Care chance to get a fresh start in a 152 South St., Calais, ME / 207-454-8960 One-bedroom apartment, standard and handicap accessible new year we can choose to fill Residential Care • Day Care • Respite Care with promise. Applicants must be 62 years of age and/or disabled I’d like to hear what our NEED A BREAK? Pet allowed with deposit town folks have in mind for resolutions. Space available for Respite Rent is based on 30% of adjusted income while income restrictions Sally: “I don’t usually make Care for your loved one. do apply. Preference given to extremely low income one because I have an ongo- From 1 day to 30 days, we 1 person, $11,400 / 2 person, $13,000 ing resolution which is to get accommodate the elderly as closer to God.” (As we all well as mental health and Higher income may also qualify know, Sally is an angel on physical disabilities. earth dedicating herself to tak- The site offers 24-hour on-call maintenance, ing care of her father.) ▪ Home Cooked Meals We had a chat and Sally ▪ Laundry Services community room, went on to tell me about Ed’s ▪ Private Rooms Available On-site laundry and parking recuperation. “Dad is getting ▪ Aid with Personal Care To view property or print application visit our web site at better, but he is wishing that it ▪ Aid with Dispensing Medications would come faster. But he is www.mainedevelopment.com ▪ Transportation to Doctors’ improving. He walks inside Or call Deb at 800-639-1747 extension: 122 the house and, now, a little out- Appointments and Activities TDD: 711 side. Last week we crossed the Homes and staff are state licensed. RN Consultant on staff. road and cut a Christmas tree for the house. It’s in the stand We accept MaineCare, private pay clients and insurance. Equal Housing Opportunity now; we’ll decorate it soon. Come visit our homes. Rural Development Properties: In accordance with Federal law and U.S Department of Agriculture policy, this institution Dad busies himself around is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability (not all prohibited bases Call 1-207-952-0241, 1-207-952-0240, or apply to all programs). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, the house and enjoys the birds Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 797-3272 (voice) or (202) at the birdfeeder. We get nut 1-207-952-2061 or visit us on our website at www.afch.net 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. PAGE 20 home to her childhood home be thinking about getting their Hunnewell, Leo and Mad- on Oxford Street. She spent scholarship research done and eline Perkins, Sandra Blaney, Christmas with her son Larry the applications sent. From Bungy and Vivian Scott, Bar- Cox in Pennsylvania. She will January to June seems like a ry Wheaton, Blanche Haskins, return to the Junction next long time, but it will really fly Andrea Rodgers, Robbie Red- week and settle in to the quiet by fast. ding, Vince Tammaro, Estella life in Woodland. Happy birthday wishes are Johnson, Anita Lydic, Luann The rumors from the mill going out this week (Decem- Durgin and anyone else need- Baileyville are that the company is pro- ber 28th through January 3rd) ing a lift. gressing with its plans for a are going out to the follow- As the Christmas season tissue paper machine(s) and ing: Darren James, David T. ends and the anticipation of Dorothy Johnson courageous battle with cancer, the permits needed to start the Brown, Jeannie Ferry, Heather a New Year surrounds the it is Sandra. She has fought manufacturing. Unofficially, Arthurs, Emily Ramsdell, Bill residents of the St. Croix Val- We had a stormy day on De- the good fight and fought it another rumor is that when the Gibson, Sr., Monica Laney, ley, let us take a moment to cember 19th. In fact the ex- for a long time. She will be manufacturing is set, the mill Heather James, Braden Rich- think of the horrible tragedy perts who predict the weather missed by her loved ones. will again be hiring workers. ard, Conor Croman, Kevin in Newton, CT., and the many got it just right. Now they are Nannette Hanson Chip- That would be good news for Bushey, Kelley Sprague and people who had their worlds watching a big storm in the peaux is home for the holi- the area…if it is true. Stephen Calder. We wish you changed in just minutes. Midwest heading this way. days spending time with her Marilyn and Mike Trafton all a very happy day. When we mumble about the Sooner than that though, a parents on Summit Street. celebrated Christmas with The list of people need- weather and complain about freezing rain/snow combina- She gets homesick when she their daughter Debbie and her ing sunny thoughts and get our neighbors, think how tion is predicted for the 21st. spends too much time in Kan- husband David Johnson and well wishes is quite long and much worse things could be. It will mean another mess for sas without breathing the air grandchildren in Robbinston. seems to get longer every day. Happy New Year. Have a travelers and the crews who of home. Rolfe and Janice Flood This week sunny thoughts are good and safe holiday season. keep the roads clean, but if Becky Varnum pulled up traveled to Bangor to spend going out to Brad and Marian drivers slow down, travel will stakes eighteen months ago Christmas with daugh- be safer. and moved to Florida. After ter Rhonda Flood and their The college students are having her hours reduced on grandchildren. home for their Christmas her job there, she decided to The children of the People’s break and I saw some of them return to Woodland and hang United Methodist performed Washington County visiting school on Thursday. around with all of her friends. their Christmas pageant on Crystal Annis and Michelle We are all glad she tried the Sunday, December 23rd dur- Community Café and Meals Boomer were checking on the warm weather, but we are all ing the regular Sunday wor- younger seniors of the Class happier now that she has re- ship. The children and their on Wheels for Jan. 2013 of 2013. More of our recent turned. teachers worked hard on the graduates will be at the big Donnie Brown and wife pageant and were rewarded Tues, Jan 1st: Closed in ob- wheat roll, chocolate chip Calais –Woodland boys’ game Christina plan to visit his par- with a cake and light lunch servance of New Years Day. cookie. tonight. This game, whether ents of Palm Street. They live celebration after the service. Wed, Jan 2nd: Baked ziti & Mon, Jan 21st: Closed in it is for the boys or the girls, in New Hampshire and get All Class of 2013 college sausage, Italian green beans, observance of Martin Luther always draws a crowd. back to town as much as they applications should be sent wheat roll, cinnamon & sugar King Jr. Day. Sympathy is extended this can. to the colleges by now. Any applesauce cake. Tues, Jan 22nd: Beef & week to the friends and family Connie Perkins has retired senior lagging behind might Thurs, Jan 3rd: Turkey & herbed gravy, red skinned of Sandra MacArthur Merritt. from her nursing job in the use the break time to finish cheese sandwich, multibean mashed potato, diced car- If anyone has ever put up a Rumford area and has moved the job. Other seniors should salad, mixed fruit cup, white rots, wheat roll, peanut butter roll, strawberry frosted white cookie cake. Wed, Jan 23rd: Vegetable Fri, Jan 4th: Sweet & sour stew, cous cous, cut green meatballs, white rice, oriental beans, white roll, banana vegetables, wheat roll, oat- cake meal cookie. Thurs, Jan 24th: Chicken Mon, Jan 7th: Pork picatta, Florentine, orange rice, Carib- garlic mashed potato, broc- bean vegetable blend, wheat coli cuts, white roll, cinnamon roll, snickerdoodle. frosted white cake. Fri, Jan 25th: Shepherd’s Tues, Jan 8th: Sliced turkey pie, mashed potato, broccoli in sauce, mashed sweet po- cuts, white roll, vanilla frosted tato, cauliflower, wheat roll, white cake. sugar cookie. Mon, Jan 28th: Ground beef Wed, Jan 9th: Beef & stew, confetti corn, white roll, noodle casserole, Caribbean lemon frosted yellow cake. vegetable blend, white roll, Tues, Jan 29th: Chicken vanilla frosted white cake tetrazzini, penne pasta, cut Thurs, Jan 10h: Chicken green beans, wheat roll, mo- Dijon, diced red skinned po- lasses cookie. tato, Caribbean vegetable Wed, Jan 30th: Braised pork blend, wheat roll, peanut but- & sage gravy, squash mashed ter cookie potato, Riviera vegetable Fri, Jan 11th: Beef pot pie, blend, white roll, coconut cauliflower florettes, white frosted white cake. roll, banana cake. Thurs, Jan 31st: Beef chas- Mon, Jan 14th: Braised seur, parslied potatoes, diced beef, mashed sweet potato, carrots, wheat roll, snicker- confetti corn, wheat roll, mo- doodle. lasses cookie. Eastern Area Agency on Tues, Jan 15th: Chicken Aging’s nutrition program de- salad sandwich, pasta salad, livers noontime meals through mixed fruit cup, white roll, Meals on Wheels to those lemon frosted yellow cake. who qualify and serves at Wed, Jan 16th: Ham & fruit Community Cafés where all sauce, spinach mashed potato, are welcome. Cost is $4.00 cut green beans, wheat roll, (under age 60). Suggested whoopie pie. donation of $4.00 for seniors Thurs, Jan 17th: Tarragon age 60 and older. Additional chicken, herbed diced pota- donations are greatly appre- toes, diced carrots, coconut ciated. For a reservation or frosted white cake. more information, call (207) Fri, Jan 18th: Beef stroga- 454-2215 or (800) 432-7812. noff, egg noodles, green peas, PAGE 21 Washington County: One Community Launches Energy Drink Education Effort

MACHIAS, Maine -- Wash- and poisons centers. from 160 to 500 milligrams a sume more than four cups of ington County: One Commu- extremely high doses, as pro- Foss said WC:OC will be serving, according to the FDA. coffee per day, particularly vided by the energy drinks that nity is launching a countywide working with Washington Energy drinks are exempt from children under the age of 18, educational effort targeting are now under fire, abdominal County legislators to strength- the FDA’s soda regulations as it can lead to fast heart rate pain, vomiting, and tremors, underage use of energy stimu- en existing state laws that they are marketed as dietary (tachycardia), nausea, muscle lants, which come in drink, tab- heart attack, and, of course, prohibit the sale of energy supplements rather than cola- tremors, and irritability, ac- death can occur. let and now inhalant forms. drinks to anyone under age 18 type drinks. Many students cording to Mayo Clinic. In This effort comes on the to include inhalants and tablets feel that energy drinks are just heels of a Federal Drug Ad- and all other caffeine-enhanced like any other soda or juice ministration admission that at energy products. in the store; “I never really Calais Advertising Advertising Information least 13 deaths have been re- Foss said that some busi- thought they were a problem ported over the past four years nesses may not be aware of until I found out what was to involve 5-Hour Energy, a the current restrictions and really in them,” says Haley caffeinated energy shot, and that letters will be sent to every Libby, a sixth grader at the five deaths and one non-fatal retailer that sells such products Rose M. Gaffney School. All advertising should be sent to the above address. heart attack have been reported informing them. “But beyond The controversy regard- in people who have consumed that, we are going to attempt to ing safe use of energy drinks When sending an ad to us please include Monster Energy drinks since get the law changed to include is global. Several countries 2004. The deaths included a a ban for people under 18 on all are reining in sales of energy the DATES THE AD IS TO RUN and a 14-year-old girl. energy enhancers,” Foss said. drinks, pointing to the risks of The new millennium has She said WC:OC will also be excessive caffeine consump- CONTACT PHONE NUMBER. ushered in a wave of synthetic, working with county school tion by teenagers and even caffeinated high-energy drinks superintendents to have school some adults. By the end of For those sending “camera ready” ads, please targeted at the youth market, ac- policies include prohibition of 2012, Canada will cap caffeine send a PDF or JPEG. cording to Dustin Foss, Youth energy drinks on school prop- levels in products like Monster and Community Outreach Co- erty, just as those policies now Please note: If you e-mail an ad on Wednesday and request a reply, Energy, Red Bull and Rockstar. please wait until Thursday morning to hear from us. ordinator of WC:OC. Over the ban alcohol. Also, countries like Mexico, past 10 years, the consumption “Kids that are exposed to France and India have or are FOR RELEASE DECEMBER 30, 2012 of caffeinated beverages spe- these enhancers need to make considering steps, including cifically intended to energize informed decisions and they, taxing the drinks more heavily has increased substantially, and their parents, need to know to discourage their use. THE TV CROSSWORD and now comprise 20 percent why they are making those As consumption of energy by Jacqueline E. Mathews of the total convenience store decisions,” Foss said. En- drinks soars in the United beverage market, with “Red ergy drinks can contain up States, some members of Con- Bull” and “V” accounting for to 500 mg of caffeine — the gress have called for a review over 97 percent of sales in this equivalent of about 14 cans of the industry, particularly multimillion-dollar industry. of cola, Foss said. “Stimulant after U.S. emergency room Overall, sales of energy drinks containing beverages have no visits involving such products in the U.S. grew an estimated place in the diets of children or jumped 10-fold since 2005 and 16 percent last year to $8.9 adolescents.” are now reported at more than billion, a record level, accord- Foss said that a soda typi- 15,000 visits per year. ing to Beverage Digest, a trade cally can have as high as 71 For most people caffeine is publication. milligrams of caffeine per 12 not a problem, though it can But along with this increased ounce container for the Fed- lead to jitteriness and other use, Foss said, toxicity from eral Drug Administration to mildly unpleasant effects, said caffeine overdose is being in- consider it safe. But caffeine Foss. For others who are more creasingly reported to hospitals in energy drinks often ranges sensitive to its effects or con-

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Avail- launched a program they are The Bureau of Highway 24-TFN-C able in Princeton and Calais calling “DriveSober, Maine!”. Safety offered these tips : FURNISHED EFFICIEN- areas. Call 949-1321 or 796- The crackdown is designed to Be responsible --If you will CY APTS. Located in Bai- 0825. 46-TFN-C stop impaired drivers and to be drinking, plan not to drive. leyville. Heat, electric and PRIME COMMERCIAL save lives on Maine roads this Designate a sober driver or cable T.V. included. Laundry STORE FRONT for lease holiday season and throughout find another way home by us- available on premises. No pets across from post office in Cal- next year. “Alcohol related ing a taxi or public transporta- allowed. Call for more info. ais. Formerly Package Depot. traffic deaths doubled in the tion, if available, calling a so- 427-6698. 31-TFN-C 49 North St. Call 949-1321. first six months of 2012 with ber friend or family member, FURNISHED ROOM for 46-TFN-C 32 OUI deaths compared to or plan to spend the night. rent in quiet building in Calais. NICE 2 BDRM. APT. in Bai- 15 deaths during the same Watch out for others -- If Call 454-7492. 14-TFN-C leyville with cellar and W/D period in 2011. The numbers someone you know is drink- MODERN OFFICES for hookup. Security deposit and were alarming and a call to ing, do not let them get be- rent, one or more, all utilities references. No pets. $500/ action, ” said Lauren Stewart, hind the wheel. If you see an paid including heat and air month. Call 454-3630. Director of the Maine Bureau impaired driver on the road, conditioning. Call 454-7712 47-TFN-C of Highway Safety. contact police. Your action or 214-9136. 19-TFN-C FURNISHED 1 BDRM APT. The program provides fund- may save someone’s life. APTS. 91 North Street, 1 All utilities included. $1200. ing to 52 Maine law enforce- Washington County Sher- BDRM and efficiency. No per month. Well equipped for ment agencies to combat riff’s Department is participat- pets. 454-8936 day, 454-2287 senior. 952-0241. 48-TFN-C impaired driving by conduct- ing in this. evenings. 21-TFN-C ing overtime patrols at times 7,000 FT. OF WAREHOUSE and locations where drunk SPACE available. Rent all or FOR SALE driving is most common. partial, loading dock and over- “Highway Safety is partnering head doors and office. Call with Maine police to make ~HELP WANTED~ 454-7712 or 214-9136, 214- 2-1/2 ACRES LAND located our communities safer. Local 7497. 30-TFN-C on Hardscrabble Road, Calais. law enforcement know their 2 OPENINGS 2 AND 3 BDRM APTS. Asking $13,000. Call 454- communities and know when in Woodland. $420 - $450/ 8280 after 5 pm or anytime on and where an impaired driver Wanted Full Time and part-time month. Call 952-0301. weekends. 32-TFN-NC is likely to be”, said Stewart. 37-TFN-C The “DriveSober, Maine!” CRMA Caregivers 2 BDRM APT. in Baileyville. effort kicked off December Heat and utilities. $660/month. 1 and runs through Labor Apply 152 South Street Calais Alternative Care 461-9051 or 454-3507 after 7 Day of 2013. In addition a pm. 41-TFN-C special holiday enforcement or call 952-0241 or 454-8961 4 BDRM HOUSE located in crackdown begins Friday Calais, one bath, large kitchen, (12/14) and goes through New dishwasher, washer and dryer, Paying cash for your Years Day. That holiday ef- one car garage. $700/month. old unwanted gold or fort coincides with a national Basic water and sewer in- campaign “Drive Sober or cluded. No pets. First and last sterling jewelry. Get Pulled Over” funded by month’s rent plus security de- the National Highway Traffic INSURED posit and references required. Kendall’s Fine Jewelry Safety Administration. “No one ever thinks that 454-3170 or 214-9381, leave 293 Main Street, Calais Maybe it’s time for a new roof. a message. 43-TFN-C 454-8814 their holiday celebration will LGE. 2 BDRM UPSTAIRS Hours: M-Th & Sat.: Rubber / Metal / Asphalt Roofs APT. in Calais. Heat, w/s, ~YEAR ROUND INSTALLATION~ plowing, garbage included. 8:30 am to 5pm APARTMENT FOR $625/month. Call 952-0301. Friday: 8:30 am to 6 pm BUILDING & REPAIR • SIDING & PAINTING RENT IN CALAIS JACKING & LEVELING • TREE & BRUSH REMOVAL DECKS • DOORS • WINDOWS 23 Church Street BLOWN-IN INSULATION AVAILABLE JAN. 1, 2013 MASONRY: REPAIR & REBUILD $500/month STONE FOUNDATIONS • CHIMNEYS & LINERS 2006 Trash pick up, heat & electricity incl. Call Handyman / Roofing Hummer H3 Call Brenda at 454-3561 214-6422

FOR RENT One Bedroom Apartment APARTMENT FOR RENT For Rent on Main Street 1 BEDROOM 3 bdrm house which APARTMENT FOR RENT includes 1 bdrm apt. $475/month on Brogan Road, Calais $350/mo includes water & Extremely good and clean, runs beautiful, Includes water, sewer, sewer. Electricity & heat extra. loaded w/Sirius and sunroof. Was company $1,050/mo + security and trash service. Handicapped ramp access. References required. vehicle. Pay own utilities 1st, last, security & Call 207-454-3561, please leave a No Pets Please call 214-7310 or references required. message if no answer. 214-8700 540-588-6803. Call 454-2350 for an appt.

FOR RENT FOR RENT in Calais: Office Space For Rent 36 Bayview - Calais Apartments for Fully renovated sunny 2 bedroom 800-900 sq. ft. at FOR RENT 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Newly apartment overlooking down town 403 Main St. Calais rent in Calais Main Street. Large EIK, LR, Two 1 BDRM APTS. painted inside. Stove, Heat, Water & Sewer AVAILABLE refrigerator, dishwasher included. bathroom. pantry, mudroom Office Space Included in Rent Own well & Septic for lease $550 per month plus utilities. Two Efficiency $620/mo + utilities Requires deposit; first/ last $350.00/month - APTS. AVAILABLE First, last, security along with lease $450-$750 month rent; references. References & security Walking distance to downtown Calais. required. Available Jan. 1 Inclusive. Telephone: 207-214-7310 or deposit required New security system. A great place to live. Call Linda Bohanon 427-3827 540-588-6803 for details and to Call 454-2350 Coin-operated laundry room on site. (home) or 454-2556 (work) Call 214-6002 make an appointment for information. Call Len Bard - 853-3101 PAGE 23 CRH Births for November To Ashley and James Mac- donald of Calais. A boy, Cam- eron Michael Macdonald born on November 5, 2012. To Megan Levesque and “Improving the well-being of our community” Joel McGouldrick of Indian Full Time MSR AMHC’s mission is to provide integrated healthcare services that maximize an Township. A Boy, Colten Evan individual’s potential to recover and improve their quality of life. We believe in McGouldrick on November 8, Down East Credit Union has an immediate opening for a Member service to others based on a foundation of mutual respect for individual rights, 2012. Service Representative to service our Baileyville Branch. The responsibilities, and abilities. To Holli and Christopher Demmons of Baileyville. A successful candidate will enjoy working with people in a fast-paced, boy, Thomas Royce Demmons friendly environment. The ability to cross sell credit union products œ Residential Counselors – Calais Children’s Program on November 11, 2012. is a requirement; prior cash handling experience is preferred, but we To Savannah Peterson and will train the right person. This full-time position offers medical, den- AMHC in Calais is currently seeking skilled and empathetic people to join its Frank Mejias Jr. of Baileyville. residential counseling team providing residential care 24 hours per day and 7 A girl, Melody Ann Mejias on tal, life, and 401K benefits, as well as paid holidays and vacations. days per week to children between the ages 4-17. Both full time and hourly November 12, 2012. positions available. Minimum of an Associate’s degree is required to be considered for the full time positions. To Niomi Johnson of Ed- Please send your resume to: Sally Coleman, Down East Credit munds. A girl, Succes Chey- enne Ebbeson on November Union, PO Box 130, Baileyville, ME 04694 or email scoleman@ œ Community Integration Counselor – AMHC-Calais 22, 2012. downeastcu.com. To Siobhan and Michael Community Integration Counselor will provide case management services to LaCoote of Indian Township. You may also stop by any branch of Down East Credit Union for adults with serious mental illness, and to a target population of homeless adults A boy, Malsom Alexander an application, or download one from our website, and youth on a fulltime (40 hours per week) basis. Position requires a Bachelor’s Gabriel LaCoote on November Degree in Social Work or Human Services-related field. Applicants must be 24, 2012. www.downeastcu.com. eligible for MHRT- C certification. Position will remain open until filled. EOE œAdministrative Support Specialist – AMHC: seeking dynamic individual interested in working on AMHC’s administrative support team in Calais. Position is Cobscook 10 hours per week Monday thru Friday. High School diploma required. Community EASTPORT PORT AUTHORITY Recruitment is open until position is filled. Operations/Maintenance Manager Learning Please submit a letter of interest, resume and transcripts to Ron Center The Eastport Port Authority is seeking qualified applicants for Thibodeau, Assistant Director of Human Resources at [email protected]. the full time position of Operations/Maintenance Manager. AMHC is a non-profit organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Launches Responsibilities include the management and application of Please visit AMHC’s website at www.amhc.org for more information about program services port maintenance operations, to include the maintenance of and locations. Year-End piers, facilities and other port assets. Position will also require Campaign the individual to serve as engineer on tug operations. Due to the nature of port operations, the applicant must be willing to What kind of career The Cobscook Community work unconventional hours at times as determined by need Learning Center is prepar- ing to close out another great and be expected to be enrolled in a US Coast Guard regulated do you want? year of programs, workshops, drug testing program if employed. events, and innovative edu- cational opportunities, and is The position requires physical labor to include heavy lifting of facing a significant funding up to 100 lbs along with the ability to work in adverse weather gap. Thanks to a generous gift from the Charles G. Wright conditions. Experience in marine operations, maintenance Endowment for Humanity, the or other related marine application is a plus but not required. center is able to offer donors a Professional licenses/certifications in maintenance fields and chance to double the impact of a valid class A/CDL license are also preferred. The Eastport their gift. Every dollar donated to the CCLC between now Port Authority offers a competitive wage and benefit package to and the end of the year will include health benefits, paid holidays, vacation and sick time. be matched (up to $20,000) by Machias Savings Bank is currently accepting applications for a part- the endowment. “This is such Please send cover letter and resume to: time Financial Services Specialist to work between our Calais, a wonderful way for people Eastport Port Authority Princeton and Baileyville branches.... to pitch in and ensure that the center can be here for the long Attn: Ops/Maintenance The FSS will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service to our customers by assisting them with their day-to-day transactions while effectively haul,” says the CCLC’s Execu- PO Box 278 cross selling products and services. The successful candidate will have strong tive Director Alan Furth. “No Eastport, ME 04631 interpersonal and communication skills, along with a progressive, helpful and matter how large or small the friendly attitude. Sales, customer service, or retail experience helpful. High amount is, any one gift will be school diploma or equivalent experience required. amplified through the power Resumes must be received in the office no later than4:00 PM, MSB was voted as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine 5 years in a row of this year-end challenge.” Friday, January 4th, 2013. by our employees. We offer an exceptional salary and benefit package. Donors can give once and it If you are interested in joining the MSB family, please send/email will count twice! For more in- your application/resume to: The Eastport Port Authority is an equal opportunity employer formation, or to donate online, Human Resources please visit www.cclc.me or Machias Savings Bank call 733-2233. P.O. Box 318 Machias, Maine 04654 [email protected] SECRETARIAL POSITION Or apply online at www.machiassavings.com PART-TIME The Washington County District Attorney’s Office is seeking Member FDIC Equal Housing Lender EEO Employer qualified applicants for the position of part-time secretary. The present position is 20 hours a week primarily in the Calais office, Adult Education Class plus additional hours as needed. Computer skills are required. Send resume to: Bus Driver’s Course DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE (Course will offer classroom and driving time) Attn: Melissa Campbell Woodland Jr/Sr High School 382 South St., Suite A., Calais, ME 04619 Course will be offered at hours Position will remain open until qualified applicant is found. convenient to participants EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER If interested, please contact Pat Metta at 427-3325 PAGE 24 Billy Howard Broker

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