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VOL. 178, NO. 19 MAY 9, 2013 © 2013 The Calais Advertiser Inc. $1.25 Bob Fitzsimmons is Baileyville’s New Police Chief
By Joyce Scott tunity in my home town,” he “It’s not just this department said. “I have a sense of home but the town as well. We have Bob Fitzsimmons has gone here. This has always been to get on top of it and adapt from being a Sergeant with home to me.” accordingly.” the Calais Police Department He has a history with this He has met with the other to the Police Chief of the Bai- department. “My father was new face in town Rick Bron- leyville Police Department. Chief of the Baileyville Police son, the new town manager. He replaces former Chief, Department in the late 60s and “I am very excited to be work- Shawn Donahue who left in early 70s,” he told a Calais ing with him,” he said. “He February to take a position Advertiser reporter. brings with him a wealth of with the Washington County “This was not in my original experience.” Sheriff’s Department. plan, but if I was ever going to He didn’t arrive in the small Although he began his of- be a police chief, Baileyville mill town alone. He brought ficial duties as the new chief was at the top of my list,” the his sidekick. “Corporal Pooh on May 6th, Fitzsimmons was new chief said. came on board as well,” he in Baileyville last week. He It will be a learning expe- said. is pleased with what he has rience. “What scares me is Fitzsimmons has 13 years found. “Shawn Donahue left what I don’t know yet,” he of experience in law enforce- the department in great shape,” said. “But, I have been well ment. He worked for Pleasant he said. “The two officers prepared by the supervisors I Point Police Department for 6 that are here, Andrew Seavey have had in the past. If I have years, spent three years with and Josh Engroff, have done any questions I know that the Passamaquoddy Warden a great job keeping things go- Shawn Donahue and David Service and four and a half ing.” Randall are only a phone call years with the Calais Police He spent some time walking away.” Department. He also attended the streets of the town, meet- There will be changes. the Marine Patrol School. ing people and familiarizing “They will be gradual,” he The new chief said he has an himself. “It was like a walk said. “I have to see what is open door policy and advised down memory lane,” he said. working now and go from citizens to stop by with any Bob Fitzsimmons, formerly of Calais Police Department, has Fitzsimmons grew up in concerns they may have. “I’m accepted the position as Chief of Police in Baileyville. Chief there.” Fitzsimmons could be found at his desk Monday morning and Baileyville and is pleased to He has goals. “We have ready to go to work,” he said. is looking forward to working in Baileyville. (Photo by Dorothy be back. “It’s a great oppor- some budget issues,” he said. Johnson).
Perry Daisy Troop 1981 CRH Left With Single Surgeon Makes Generous Donation By Amy Jeanroy specific guidelines to receive cal Access Hospitals in our to PAWS cost-based reimbursement country, with 16 of them in the With the termination of Dr. including grants to the state state of Maine. By comparison, Robert W. Chagrasulis, or earmarked to “strengthen the the two closest CAH facilities Dr. Bob as he is known in the infrastructure to rural health- to Calais are Downeast Com- community, there is now only care.” munity Hospital in Machias, a single surgeon available at In order to meet the criteria, with 3 surgeons, and Houlton the Calais Regional Hospital. CAHs must be located in a rural Regional Hospital, with 2 sur- Although the decision for Dr. area, be more than 35 miles (or geons. Chagrasulis’ termination still 15 mountainous of primarily The Calais hospital released remains unclear, the fact that a secondary roads) from another the following statement in re- 25 bed facility serving 14,000 hospital, or have been grand- gard to the termination of Dr. people has only a single surgeon fathered in before January 1, Chagrasulis: available, is disconcerting. 2006. CAHs also may have up “Dr. Chagrasulis’ contract The remaining surgeon, Dr. to 25 acute care and swing beds, with CRH has not been renewed Christopher Hayward, will be and maintain an average length so he will no longer be an em- on call only 10 days out of a stay of 96 hours or less for their ployee of Calais Regional Hos- month. For the other 20 days, acute care patients. pital as of May 31, 2013. He patients needing emergency According to the RAC, or will continue to hold clinical surgery will have to be trans- Rural Assistance Center, if a privileges here at the hospital. ported to Bangor. CAH provides surgical servic- He may still admit and treat pa- The question is, how many es, a CAH must meet the rel- tients at the Hospital for as long surgeons are enough? Calais evant surgery requirements just as he retains those privileges. The young ladies of Perry Daisy Troop 1981 made a generous Regional Hospital is a CAH, or as a general acute care hospital CRH thanks Dr. Bob for his donation at Paws Animal Rescue in Calais. From L to R: Jenna Critical Access Hospital, mean- would. service to our hospital and pa- D, JayCee H., Quinlan M, Ella P, Serenity C, Adraina F. ing that the hospital falls under There are over 1,300 Criti- tients.”
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Fine $400. Dismissed. Operating under sault. Washington County Jail ont, ME. Unattended lines. Calais, ME. Operator fail to Nathan B. Burse of Eastport, the influence - no test. Fine 20 days. Fail to provide correct Adjudicated. Fine $100. yield right-of-way. Adjudi- ME. Possessing suspended $600. Washington County Jail name, address, DOB. Wash- Sean Paul Stinson of Calais, cated. Fine $100. Operate ATV driver license. Jury trial. Oper- 4 days, license suspended 90 ington County Jail 20 days. ME. Criminal mischief. Wash- without lights. Adjudicated. ate while license suspended or days. Jamar Charles Lott of Bronx, ington County Jail 21 days. Fine $100. revoked, prior. Jury trial. Andrew Curtis of Calais, NY. Fugitive from justice. Ex- Restitution $1,284. Michael Brewer Vander- Jeremy F. Carr of Charlotte, ME. Allow minor to possess or tradited. Charles Townsend of Perry, busch of Calais, ME. Operate ME. Allow minor to possess or consume liquor. Fine $1,000. Scott D. Monk of Princeton, ME. Domestic violence as- while license suspended or re- consume liquor. Fine $500. Charles L. Curtis of Princ- ME. Unlawfully permit opera- sault. Dismissed. voked, prior. Fine $500. Wash- Christina Carver of Pem- eton, ME. Negotiate a worth- tion of ATV. Adjudicated. Fine Michael Vanderbusch of Cal- ington County Jail 14 days, broke, ME. Operating un- less instrument. Fine $50. $100. ais, ME. Operate while license stayed 5/6/13. Operate vehicle der the influence. Fine $500, Negotiate a worthless instru- Darryl J. Nicholas II of In- suspended or revoked, prior. without license. Fine $250. Washington County Jail 48 ment. Fine $50. Restitution dian Township, ME. Theft by hours. Stayed 5/11/13, license $1,181.96. unauthorized taking of trans- suspended 90 days. Operating Bobir S. Davronqv of fer, priors. Permanent transfer. while license suspended or re- Brooklyn, NY. Rule violation, William J. O’Donnell of voked. Fine $250. operation with false duty. Fine Charlotte, ME. Fail to comply Julie S. Carver of Indian $250. sex offender Reg. Act, 1st of- Baileyville Police Report Township, ME. Domestic vio- Jason Demerest of Edmunds, fense. Washington County Jail lence assault. Dismissed. ME. Criminal mischief. Fine 30 days. This week the Town of Bai- reported to Woodland High $250. Michael H. Osseyran of Cal- leyville welcomed new police School to investigate suspi- Robert J. Foley of South ais, ME. Refuse to submit to chief Robert Fitzsimmons. Last cious activity involving sub- Eastern, MA. Operating under arrest or detention. Refuse to week the police department re- stance abuse. the influence - no test. Fine stop. Fine $500. sponded to complaints of dis- On May 2, on-duty officer $600. Department of correc- Patrick D. Phelps of Bai- orderly conduct, suspicious ac- apprehended a person on Main tions 4 days, license suspend- leyville, ME. Unlawfully per- tivity, agency assist and several Street for a disorderly conduct. ed 90 days. mit operation of ATV Adjudi- arrests. On May 2, on-duty officer re- Zbigniew Gidzinski of cated. Fine $100. An April 28, on-duty police ported to Route 1 for the inves- Guelph. Rule violation, op- Frank J. Pulver of Hermon, officer conducted a well-being tigation of a telephone scam. eration with false duty. Fine ME. Violate snowmobile noise check on Apple Tree Lane. On May 2, on-duty officer $750. level limits. Adjudicated. Fine On April 29, after a motor issued a disorderly conduct Steven A. Hayford of Liver- $100. vehicle stop, Jeremiah Jamie- warning on Main Street. more, ME. Unattended lines. Chad E. Robinson of Char- son, 32, was summonsed for a On May 5, after a motor ve- violation. hicle stop on Route 1, Officer On May 1, on-duty officer Seavey made 3 arrests. Ar- reported to Princeton to assist rested were Haillen Kershner, Mother’s Day is May 12 State police with a fight at the 23, on an outstanding warrant, A & G parking lot. Michael Minssen, 31, on vio- On May 1, on-duty officer lation of conditions of release apprehended a person on Main and Matthew Van Kanpen on Mother’s Day Bouquets Street for disorderly conduct. an OUI. All three were trans- On May 1, Desiree Wood- ported to Washington county Blooming Potted Plants ruff was arrested on a war- Jail. Hanging Baskets • Long Stemmed Roses rant charge and transported to Officers made eight traffic Washington County Jail. stops last week. Vases with Bears & Balloon Bouquets Too! On May 1, on-duty officer
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By Jayna Smith and installing the original light energy and weekends, and fixtures. Not long ago, students St. Croix No. 1 Fire House nights coming to meetings and from the St. Croix Regional fundraising. Without them we on Church Street is rich with Technical Center worked to history, as Dick Barnard can never could have done it.” replace the stairs and bulkhead. Anyone is welcome to be- attest. As a member of the fire Committee members and local house’s renovation committee, come a member of the St. Croix businesses have also donated No. 1 Fire House renovation he is one of the driving forces items such as stoves and refrig- behind the project. Barnard can committee. Barnard explained erators, among other things. help is needed in many differ- easily and accurately provide Portions of the building will many details about the historic ent areas depending on one’s soon look pristine again thanks interest. “Becoming a member building. to Washington County Com- The fire house was built in is as simple as coming to one munity College students, under of our meetings. We encourage 1874 for a substantial amount the guidance of Dick Ramsey. at that time of $4,000. For people to come down and join.” With sheetrock being donated Currently there are approxi- nearly 100 years, the City of by EBS, the students will be Calais’ fire department worked mately 45 members. Meetings redoing the ceiling and rest- are held monthly. from that site before closing rooms. its doors when the department One can follow the St. Croix Pictured in front of newly renovated windows are Dick Barnard of Eventually the building will No. 1 Fire House on Facebook moved to its present North become a place for commu- the St. Croix No. 1 Fire House Renovation Committee, along with Street location. to learn about news and up- (back, L to R) Barbara and Bob Maenhout and Bob and Bonnie nity groups and organizations coming events. As well, tax de- Lyons. The Maenhouts and the Lyons each sponsored a window at With many changes over the to gather for events such as years, efforts have been un- ductible donations can be made the fire house in memory of a loved one. (Photo by Jayna Smith). meetings. As well, firemen’s to the Fire House by mailing a derway to restore the historic weddings will be offered with building back to its original check or money order to PO a full kitchen to utilize for on- Box 605, Calais, ME 04619. state. Through generous dona- site catering. Additionally, the tions, grants, and fundraising, house will become a museum the renovation project contin- with an exhibit of two vintage ues. Recently many of the 26 fire trucks and a display of pho- Relay for Life of windows in the building have tographs that will be switched been restored. out periodically to keep visitors St. Croix Valley Barnard explained that peo- interested. SUNDAY, MAY 12 • 7AM to 9:30AM ple had the opportunity to The committee holds month- Saturday and Sunday Odd Fellows’ Hall, Hillside Ave., Baileyville sponsor a window, either in ly fundraisers to help with the June 15-16, 2013 memory of or in honor of a cause. Soon the group will loved one, or just by a general be working the concerts in 6PM-6AM Eggs, Pancakes, Adults $7 • Under 10 $4 donation for a window. The the park selling hot dogs. As (207) 989-0332 Bacon, Sausage, Sponsored by Riverside Rebekah ones remaining that have not well, the group has a bake www.relayforlife.org/ Homefries, Baked Lodge #140 - Benefit Campership Fund been sponsored will be restored sale planned and are asking Beans, Toast, thanks to a grant. Any window washingtonme friends and neighbors to help OJ, Coffee, TAKE A MOM TO BREAKFAST! that is sponsored, as with any bake. Barnard explained, “I www.facebook.com/ Tea & Cocoa. First 24 Moms Receive a Carnation donated item in the fire house, bless our association because StCroixValleyRFL has a plaque displayed listing they’ve given up a lot of time, the sponsoring person’s name. Those windows sponsored in memory of a loved one also include that name and is signi- Mother’s Day Tea fied by an American flag placed in the sill. Robbinston Historical Society The entire renovation project May 11th • 11AM has proven to be a community project. Local contractors have Sponsored by the Robbinston Grange helped in many different ways, offering their time--and often the supplies--as a donation. Raffle! • Entertainment! Currently, Border Electric is $6 Adults • $4 Children. FMI call 454-0654 working to rewire the building
Redclyffe ® a passion for fragrance Sunday, May 12 is Mother’s Day! Join us and bring Mom for a truly memorable day for 2 Jars Reg. $55.98 or evening! SAVE OPEN Noon to 9 PM on Mother’s Day Only 25% RESERVATIONS REQUIRED FOR MOTHER’S DAY On All OPEN FOR THE SEASON ON MAY 10th Regular Dining Hours: Seven days a week, open evenings at 5:00PM. Jewelry We accept Visa, Mastercard and Discover. U.S. Rte. 1, Baring, Maine U. S. Route 1, Robbinston, Maine / 207-454-3270 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 12 miles south of Calais (207) 454-7136 • 1-800-336-7136 PAGE 4 To the Editor To The Editor: gional Hospital, that his con- I am writing this letter to tract would not be renewed. address recent events at Calais No reasons were given. No Regional Hospital. My name reasons were offered. There is Dr. Christopher Hayward. I were no clinical or behavioral have been a general surgeon issues. on staff at Calais Regional The termination of Dr. Cha- Hospital for 18 years. In that grasulis is capricious and arbi- time, I have had the honor and trary; and, defies any logic. the privilege of caring for many I would like the community of the people in Calais and the to understand the consequences surrounding towns. For my of this action. The ability first ten years, I worked and to deliver surgical care will provided surgical care on my be limited. Though I have own without a colleague or a and can do long complicated partner. surgical cases by myself; it is Dr. Chagrasulis was hired much safer and more efficient by the hospital as a temporary to have another surgeon assist. replacement to fill in the surgi- The importance of having a cal call schedule. Eventually, supportive colleague assisting he was hired by the hospital cannot be overstated. on a permanent basis. During The more important issue is the past eight years, Dr. Cha- surgical call coverage. Since with a few minor exceptions. means if your grandmother or grasulis and I have developed I arrived 18 years ago, Calais grandfather is admitted to the Publisher a strong professional relation- Regional Hospital has had 24/7 The administration has in- dicated that they will not re- hospital with a medical prob- The Calais Advertiser Inc. ship. We have worked together 365 days a year surgical cov- lem, there will be no surgeon on many complicated surgical erage both for the emergency place Dr. Chagrasulis. I have Editor / Reporter informed administration that I to assist the hospitalist with cases; and have maintained a room and for inpatients. For diagnostic or therapeutic pro- AMY JEANROY joint practice (as employees of my first ten years, I provided will do ten days of call a month. That leaves 20 days uncovered. cedures or consults. Office Manager the hospital) that has provided every other day call cover- If you are concerned about surgical care to hundreds of the age. For the last year, with That means if you bring your BRENDA DEMPSEY son or your daughter to the ER these problems, please make [email protected] people in this community. the abrupt departure of a third your concerns known to the ad- Recently, Dr. Chagrasulis surgeon, Dr. Chagrasulis and with appendicitis; no surgeon will be available to treat them ministration of Calais Regional Production Manager was informed by Michael I have provided surgical call Hospital. Lally, the CEO of Calais Re- coverage every day of the year unless I am on call. They will Graphic Designer be shipped to Bangor. That Christopher B. Hayward CHERYL STABINSKI D.O. [email protected]
Advertising Sales JOHN SAVAGE To The Editor: work. The Calais Rotary and doctor of 10 years is let go To The Editor: because the surgical demand [email protected] Three and a half years ago, I would like to take this op- Rotary International have portunity to express the sad- supported him in these ef- is not there? Doubtful. the third bridge (aka Interna- At present, I would almost Reporters tional Avenue) near Baring that ness and shock I felt when forts. As a member of the GWEN CLARK our local hospital terminated Second Baptist Church he guess that this “termina- connects Maine and Canada tion” was because of “those DOROTHY JOHNSON was opened. To date, there is their partnership with Dr. has recruited many of the Bob Chagrasulis. Why was congregants to travel with in charge” having a personal Typesetter no signage directing or invit- vendetta against this man. If ing travelers into Calais for this necessary? Certainly not him and work there for the CAROLE SMITH because we are overrun with benefit of others. not them, than who; someone food, gas, accommodations, with a strong influence on shopping, services, the historic surgeons! Who is left of staff I am not only a patient of Sports Reporter now: Drs. Chris Hayward this doctor but a close fam- the hospital board? If there JOHN ROGERS downtown, and river water- are no malpractice or patient front. and David Feiner. ily friend. I can’t imagine complaints against Dr. Bob, Proofreader For every day that goes by, Dr. Bob is a velued mem- how he felt when he received why was he terminated? DOROTHY JOHNSON Calais is losing much needed ber of this community. He this news. Have any of you takes part with the local Ro- every had this happen?? The Who among the Calais Re- money because of this. gional Hospital Administra- Let’s get this done, folks. tary and the Second Baptist reaction must be absolutely tion or the Board of Directors Published weekly in Calais, Maine Ain’t nothin’ to it, but to do Church to do a much needed crushing. wants Dr. Bob out? Who? Printed in Canada it! mission work in the Domini- Terminated! I am not want- Sally Doten Telephone: (207) 454-3561 C. E. Heinlein can Republic. He has brought ed; I am not good enough; the hardships of these people I am not worthy. Which of (207) 454-0484 face to face to us through his these fits this situation? A Fax: (207) 454-3458 Website: http://www.thecalaisadvertiser.com/ E-mail ads to:advertising@ To The Editor: they may not understand why impact our students? As you knowledge. As a result of their thecalaisadvertiser.com Acknowledging and Appre- the change is occurring. Many can see I have been appre- commitment and hard work we E-mail letters to: letters@ ciating Change times people in the midst of re- hensive of change; fear of the were able to maintain and even thecalaisadvertiser.com So many things have changed sisting change can say things in unknown. improve as the state continued E-mail events to: events@ since the former Union 104 haste not thinking of the people All my reservations about to make tougher regulations thecalaisadvertiser.com joined AOS 77. Some change whom they may hurt. This has the changing of a director were and audit our previous mis- for the better and as with any happened a time or two since quickly diminished. Mr. Ray- takes. At the end of the day we USPS-082760 change some being harder to becoming AOS 77, and it is mond has earned my respect, were still able to provide each Periodicals paid in Calais, 04619 come to terms with. How- unfortunate. gratitude and admiration for individual Special Education Postmaster: ever, through it all the previous As we became AOS 77 posi- doing an outstanding job in student with an education that Send address changes to Union 104 towns/schools have tions and people in positions position where few would have is in their best interest. The Calais Advertiser, Inc., remained. As we continue on have shifted. One of those signed on and remained. As you continue on Mr. Ray- P.O. Box 660, in the process of realignment it being the Director of Special Many times he and his Ad- mond, I want to thank you for Calais, ME 04619. is my hope that we continue to Services. Mr. Barry Raymond ministrative Assistant, Ms. being the administrator who come together for the greater became the Director of Special Candi Dana did the job of what met each and every challenge, SUBSCRIPTIONS: good of all our towns and Services, having been the direc- three previous offices had done never allowing our students to In County schools. With current eco- tor for Union 106. I was initial- before. Along the way, we have feel the impact. I also want 1 year: $47 / 6 months: $24 nomic times and in the times of ly concerned about the change seen help and support from oth- to thank you for sharing your Out-of-County feeling as though the state has and what it would mean for me, ers in the Administrative Office knowledge, commitment, in- 1 year: $52 / 6 months $27 forgotten us, we can all survive the Special Education Teacher of Special Education. Mrs. tegrity, and abilities so that Online 1 Year: $50 by standing together. for Pembroke and ultimately Sue Carter, Mrs. Jodie Greene I could learn and grow as an Online 6 months: $26 With change comes people my students. In the past we and Mrs. Tammy Mitchell (and educator. It is my hope that one All subscriptions must be who will struggle with change, had been very fortunate to have others whom I may not have day I can be the administrator paid in advance. no matter how great the po- had, Mrs. Janet Weston as our personally worked with) all that I have come to respect and Newsstand price: $1.25 per copy. tential may be. From time to director...would our students did more than their fair share admire in you. The Calais Advertiser will not be responsible time in education, we as educa- still have the same support that to ensure that no matter what Elizabeth Cushing for any errors that occur in advertisements. tors experience the affects of we had grown to appreciate and school a special education stu- When an error occurs, we will upon request publish that part of the advertisement in change and those who struggle come to expect? Or would we dent was from they were sup- which the error occurs, if the error affects to let change occur because encounter a change that would ported by sharing their time and the value of the advertisement. PAGE 5 Local Bars Owners Agree on Beer Tent Dilemma
By Jayna Smith beer tent will be open the last The decision for two beer Thursday, Friday, and Satur- tents did not come with- To many, the beer tents of day night of festival. Kara- out heavy discussion. Last International Homecoming oke and live bands will be week’s Advertiser reported Festival have become tradi- among the entertainment. Scribner’s opposition to a tion. More than just beer A new addition this year beer tent behind her diner. consumption, the tents bring will be the opening of Kar- She provided the City Coun- former classmates together, en’s Korner Pub’s outside cil with many reasons for allow friends from away to drinking area. Owner Karen this, from blocked entrances reunite, and give people a Scribner will open her tent of her businesses to a great chance to socialize and cel- for two nights of Interna- amount of trash and beer cans ebrate the festival. Purchas- tional Homecoming Festival, left overnight, following the 11AM to 4PM ing beer is optional, although the last Friday and Saturday Schooners’ beer tent. most who enter the gates night of festival. With Bailey agreeing to will indeed spend money on Both Bailey and Scribner reduce the size of his allo- alcoholic beverages. That will work together, along cated area, and expanding Sirloin Baked Stuffed certainly boosts the revenue with the City and the police into Church Street, Scribner for the hosting bar. and fire departments, to en- will use the other half of Tips & Gravy Chicken For the hosts of beer tents sure patrons have fun, yet the parking lot for her tent. comes months of planning are safe. The two businesses Scribner did inform those Baked Haddock in cooperation with the local will share the municipal in attendance that she is not police and fire departments. parking lot behind their es- out for the typical party-type Mashed Potato and Proper fencing must be in- tablishments, although kept of beer tent. “I am out for stalled allowing easy access separate by fencing, shar- tables and tents for my cus- Vegetable Included. for patrons, yet planned ing only an emergency exit. tomers so they can go out and accordingly to allow emer- Bailey has entertainment enjoy the outside. It’s not gency exiting. Staff must be scheduled for both Thursday about standing around and in place which includes ad- and Saturday nights, while getting drunk, and that’s not ditional for security. Bands Scribner will claim Friday what my bar is about.” and entertainment must be night. scheduled, along with de- 663 Main Street, Calais, Maine • 207-454-7111 livery and pick up of the required port-a-potties. And Make Mom’s special the list goes on. day beautiful with a Despite the hard work put in to hosting beer tents, garden gift that gives those in the St. Croix Valley all summer long! for this year’s International Homecoming Festival will Spoil Mother! Hanging Flower Baskets have the opportunity to sup- Annuals • Perennials port two outside areas of this Bedding Plants • Shrubs • Or A Tree! type of event, as determined at a recent Public Safety Or Let Mom Pick Out Her Favorite With A Growing Concern Gift Certificate! Committee meeting. Schoo- All Mom’s receive a free gift on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12th! ners Bar & Grill, owned by Carl Bailey, will once again We are now also stocked with fresh local eggs, hold its annual beer tent Tide Mill Farm organic meats, in season fruits and vegetables, event. The number of days plus an ever expanding inventory of local and gourmet foods. the tent will be open will de- Now open! Monday to Saturday 10AM-6PM • Sunday: 11AM-6PM crease from last year. Rather Served 6AM to 11AM than a full week, Schooners 35 Manning Street in Calais. 2 Eggs, Bacon or Select a Gift for Mom at Sausage, Pancake H G and Homefries! E HeatherWood Gardens Greenhouse & Garden Center A With choice of strawberries or Professional Growers for 37 Years blueberries & whipped cream. $4.99 A R T Choose from our large selection of Hanging Dinner Specials... Baskets and Potted Plants. D Register for our Mother’s Day Drawing! H Gift Certificates $18.99 Available We will be giving away E three beautiful baskets! E
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By Amy Jeanroy for the scouts to learn many of their outdoor requirements Only a small street sign right outside the door of their shows the entrance to big meetings. things happening behind the Current fundraising efforts Department of Health and include an upcoming bottle Human Services building on drive and spaghetti supper on South Street. The sign reads the 18th of May. All monies “Scouting Way”, and leads raised are for building mate- to a clearing where the new rials to get the hall weather scout hall is being constructed. tight. Scoutmaster Ray Smale began So far, Ray has worked hard the project in 2008, and he with the scouts and other vol- soon realized that he needed unteers from the community, the community’s help. The to get a tremendous amount Scout troop became registered of work done. A space was as a non profit organization, cleared of trees and brush, and the Friends of Scouts was backfill brought in to create born. From there, a commit- an area for the actual hall tee was created to oversee to be constructed, and the the building and help raise building is starting to take funds to buy supplies needed. shape. With the help of dona- The building sits on 3 acres, tions and volunteers and if all acquired in 2012 from the city goes well the plan is to have by the Friends of Scouts. The scouts meeting in the new property is surrounded by 17 hall by this coming winter. Scouts from Troop 132 lift a wall of what will be the new scout hall on Scouting Way in Calais. acres of land that should re- From L to R; Charles N., Josiah J., Gabriel J., Ray Smale, Scoutmaster, Nathan I. Missing from main woods , making it perfect the photo; Broden S., and Noah C. (Photo by Amy Jeanroy).
The Community Year is now Princeton Elementary Presents Willy Wonka Cobscook Community High School Program By Gwen Clark sisted with specially pre-taped Open House Thursday, May 16 from 4-6 p.m. TV appearance video portions. The Princeton Elementary Dr. Larry Newman contributed Stop by to learn more about the program. School Drama Club, AKA, the the piano pieces. Munchkin Drama Club, gave Numerous local businesses, Accepting applications for the 2013-2014 school year two performances over this PES Staff members, parents, Join us for 1 or 2 full years of study as part of your high school career past weekend of their interpre- friends and other family mem- tation of Willy Wonka and the bers assisted in a variety of Features of the Cobscook Community High School Program: Chocolate Factory. ways with donations, hands on An 8-credit per year program accredited through Calais HS Co-Directors of the produc- help, set design work, sound, tion were Linda MacArthur audio, music, media, adver- Open to 9-12th graders in Washington County and her daughter Brandi Ce- tising, program and poster hfus. They related that plans design. Based at the CCLC’s beautiful campus in Trescott for the performance began in A Chinese Raffle and re- freshments were also available January. There were no try-outs A blend of academics and real world experience per say interested students at- for purchase. All proceeds will Travel to different regions on multi-day learning expeditions tended the meetings which later be contributed to the Princeton turned into practices. They Elementary Drama Club’s fu- Individualized and small group learning read through the story lines ture productions and presenta- and chose which parts that they tions. This was an excellent If you are a student who is interested in actively exploring the world, each wanted to play. Ages of family oriented play and the wants to succeed as a learner, enjoys being outdoors, likes working the cast members range from hard work paid off to the great in small groups, and wants to be part of a positive environment, this the youngest Myra M, the performances that were given program is for you. Please call or go online to receive application only second grader up to and by the students. information or to schedule a visit. including eighth graders. A cast of approximately eighteen [email protected] 733-2233 www.cclc.me students with several playing more that one role at vari- ous stages of the production were involved. High school students Jaycie M,, Jordan B,, GARDENING Raeanna C., and Camile H. as- BOOKS Jessie Tompkins-Howard CALAIS Sales Agent BOOKSHOP 1-207-214-3833 New, Used & Rare Eastport Office Calais Office: Lubec Office: 405 MAIN ST. 207-454-2525 207-853-2626 207-733-5511 www.DueEast.com 353 North St. 183 County Rd. 171 County Rd.
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By Michael Dougherty through Maine will not only not issue a stance at this time,” increase habitat fragmentation Waterway Commission Execu- On April 30, 2013, the Maine and hinder animal movement, tive Directory Abby Pond said Audubon became the latest but will cause direct habitat last month. organization to publicly ad- loss, degrade air and soil qual- A trusted conservation leader, dress the issue of an East-West ity and increase wildlife vehicle with a science-based approach Highway running through New collisions, putting people and to conservation, Maine Audu- England. The proposed high- wildlife at risk of injury or bon is the largest wildlife con- way, which would run from death. The new highway could servation organization in the the Calais-New Brunswick also encourage new haphazard state. Maine Audubon has eight border to the Coburn Gore area development along its length.” centers and wildlife sanctuaries on the Quebec border, would The Maine Audubon, while and annually serves over 50,000 potentially pass through the not the first environmental people, with 15,000 members largest unfragmented temperate group to voice their opinion and 2,000 volunteers. broadleaf and mixed forest in on the issue, is one of the first “This proposed highway is the nation. to take a hard stand against the a major threat to the recovery “While we recognize the construction of the highway. of some of our most iconic economic challenges facing Many environmental and con- and rare species, including the the areas through which the servation groups, the St. Croix brook trout, wood turtle, Atlan- prospective highway would be Waterway Commission includ- tic salmon and Canada lynx, Larry Post Is the New sited, we believe the environ- ed, are avoiding the issue by and will undermine the environ- mental costs are too high for making no comment or taking a mental integrity of the largest unproven economic benefits,” neutral stand on the issue. undeveloped and unfragmented City Manager In said Ted Koffman, Executive “After reviewing the infor- forest in the Eastern United Director at Maine Audubon, mation, the board of the Com- States,” said Sally Stockwell, Eastport last Tuesday. “The construc- mission has decided to remain Director of Conservation at tion of a high-speed highway neutral on the highway and Maine Audubon. By Joyce Scott increase,” Post said. “But right now it’s too early to tell.” There’s a new face at city There are other issues. “We hall in Eastport. Larry Post are having some difficulties Lack of Resources, Economy Cited has taken on the position of on the breakwater,” he said. City Manager. He replaces Jon “There is a part that has to be for Casino Night Cancellation Southern. replaced.” He has experience. Post There is some good news. By Jayna Smith dance and therefore decreased ers Program, the eye glass assis- previously served as the town “A boat builder from Canada is revenues with our more recent tance program, and scholarships manager for St. Albans, Maine looking to locate in Eastport,” When one thinks of Casino casino nights. People just don’t to local graduating seniors. for 30 years. He was the town he said. Night in Calais, the Lions Club have the extra cash to spend.” The Lions Club has fund- manager for Hartland, Maine Post said the property in ques- typically comes to mind. For The Lions Club is hoping to raising events planned for the for two years and the manager tion is the old mill building. “It years, the group has held the hold the Casino Night next year, upcoming summer months, for Somerset County for two will need to be upgraded and popular event to raise money and after taking a year off, a sat- including their well-known years. equipment purchased,” he said. for their charities. This year, isfactory turnout is expected. Weenie Wagon at different After working with Southern “A lot depends on the outcome however, the event did not take Smith states several reasons events. The group will be found for two weeks he took over the from an economic development place. for the Calais Lions Club’s downtown working their hot reins on April 30th. grant application.” Chartered in 1940, the Calais dwindling membership. He dog wagon, as well as holding Why Eastport? “We [City of The new manager is pleased Lions Club is one of the city’s explained, “We are a fairly their annual auction, during Eastport] are on the verge of with what he has found at city longest running civic organi- older club with regards to age, International Homecoming Fes- where we want to be,” he said. hall. “I am impressed with the zations. According to Lion but not in heart. We have lost tival. They will also be taking “Good things are happening employees of the City of East- Sheridan Smith, the Club has several members in the last few part in a road toll on Monday, here. The downtown is com- port,” he said. approximately ten active mem- years to either health reasons or May 20th. ing back.” He is looking forward to bers, although it holds a roster death.” He also attributes the The Lions Club meets on the Like all city and town man- meeting the citizens. “I have of around 25. Smith explained, decline in membership to an first Wednesday of each month. gers Post is dealing with budget moved my office out front,” “It takes a lot of resources of increase in family needs which Smith invites “anybody who issues. “We are working hard he said. “That way I am more not only the Club, but willing prevents many from having has a sense of community and on the budget,” he told a Calais accessible to the people. I have members of the community to the time to devote to such an would like to give a little back” Advertiser reporter. “We are an open door policy.” assist us in running the Casino organization. to contact a Lions member to trying to hold the line on ex- Post said he is pleased with Night, such as dealers.” Although a small group, the learn more about becoming penditures. Revenue is another his new job. “I am looking Additionally, Smith blames organization contributes ap- part of the group. One can issue.” forward to working with the the poor economy for a decline proximately $20,000 annually also call 454-7587 for more A lot depends on the state citizens of Eastport,” he said. in attendance of Casino Night. to local charities. This involves information. government and their allot- “I think it’s going to be a good “We have had decreased atten- events such as the Santa’s Help- ments to cities and towns. “We experience.” are hoping to not have a mil rate
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By Lura Jackson Every year, the Maine As- representative, and he will sociation of Student Councils be running for McCadden’s “As goes Maine, so goes holds a meeting in Castine, position as president-elect. the nation.” Whether said during which time elections John LaPointe was elected in seriousness or in jest, the are held for the positions of as Eastern Maine Regional old saying has been true on representatives. Candidates President, meaning he will many occasions. Maine’s are given a topic and 15-20 have the responsibility of tendency to produce strong, minutes to compose a speech, coordinating the eastern re- independent political leaders which is then delivered to the gional conference in March is a tradition that continues gathered assembly. of 2014. to this day, thanks in part to Last year, now-8th grader “Not every school is able to the efforts of our schools in Koby Gillespie was elected continue their student coun- providing an introduction to as middle school state rep- cil programs,” high school government in the form of the resentative, a position that student council advisor Lori student council. The Calais 7th grader Kendra Parks will Ellis says. “We’ve been very Middle and High Schools are be running for at the 2013 fortunate in this community no exception, with state and event. From the high school, with the level of support of regional leaders emerging Conor McCadden was elected our student government.” She from their respective divi- as Maine Student Council adds that McCadden is the 9th sions. president, a position he spent Maine Student Council presi- Five students in particular this past year shadowing for. dent to come from Calais. The have demonstrated their inter- He will preside over the 2014 support is reciprocal: the stu- est and aptitude in leadership, ceremony. Dominic Gayton is dent council frequently raises each of them from Calais. presently the high school state funds for local causes, includ- Pictured left to right, back row: John LaPointe, Conor Mc- Cadden, and Dominic Gayton, from Calais High School. Front row: Kendra Parks and Koby Gillespie, from Calais Middle School. Each is an aspiring and/or accomplished leader in student government. (Photo by Looking for an Lura Jackson). ing $1500 raised last year for the Children’s Project. energy-efficient Each year, the conference selects a charity or organiza- tion to raise funds for in the solution that communities of the individual chapters. This year, students will be collecting money for cools and heats? the Make a Wish Foundation for Mainly Maine Kids from May 4-18. Collection cans will be placed in businesses and on May 11th from 9 am to 1 pm, students will actively be requesting donations from business patrons and commu- nity members. SARAH Receive $150 GRAVES’ * off your NEWEST installation! MYSTERY “A Bat One system will give you comfort, year-round. In At the touch of a button, the Mitsubishi Electric ductless air conditioner with heat pump will keep your home at your desired level of comfort. The same unit efficiently cooling your The Belfry” living space in the summer will keep your room warm and cozy in the winter. s MORE EFlCIENT THAN AN !# WINDOW UNIT s VIRTUALLY SILENT CALAIS s IMPROVES AIR QUALITY BOOKSHOP s EVEN HEAT ENERGY EFlCIENT New, Used & Rare s CAN BE INSTALLED JUST ABOUT ANYWHERE IN YOUR HOME 405 MAIN ST. Plus, installation is always a breeze since NO DUCTWORK IS REQUIRED 4O RECEIVE YOUR OFF INSTALLATION CALL US TODAY WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL! Lawn Mowers • ATVs Chainsaws & More Calais (207) 454-7511 Eastport (207) 853-4202 CERTIFIED MECHANIC Machias (207) 255-6664 FULLY STOCKED PARTS DEPT. 1-800-244-7511 *4O RECEIVE THE DISCOUNT EQUIPMENT MUST BE INSTALLED BY 3EPTEMBER &OR