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Friday, September 11, 2020
Volume 16 • Issue No. 37
Flag Stars Given New Life NATIONWIDE Stars For Our Troops, Inc. is a group of patriotic volunteers who collect retired, tattered U.S. flags to help continue their legacy via the embroidered stars. Stars can be given to anyone that is a veteran, currently serving, or a first responder. Each star is accompanied by a note that says, “I am part of our American flag that has
flown over the U.S.A. I can no longer fly. The sun and winds have caused me to become tattered and torn. Please carry me as a reminder that you are not forgotten.” In June 14, 1923, the American Legion and 68 other patriotic organizations create the National Flag Code as a way to handle the American flag – how to display, when to
fly, where to fly, how to fly, how to dispose, etc. According to the code, flying flags that are ripped or faded is considered disrespectful. At that time, the flag was created of natural material, and collected by the local veteran organizations when it needed to be retired. It was either burned See STARS page 6...
Grand Opening for Safe Haven’s New Cattail Farm By Nancye Tuttle, Staff Writer WELLS Thrift shops, antiques emporiums and consignment stores thrive along well-traveled Rt. I from York to Arundel, with many concentrated along a busy, three-mile stretch in Wells. The new Safe Haven Thrift Shop at Cattail Farm, located at 1784 Post Road (Rt. 1), becomes the latest when it opens to shoppers on September 16. Stocked with vintage finds, tasteful antiques, seasonal décor, pristine fashions and interesting bric-a-brac, it will be a feast for the eyes and a treat for the wallets for new shoppers and those who have frequented the humane society’s original shop
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in the IGA Plaza over the past few years. “We will serve bargain shoppers, as well as those looking for vintage items and antiques,” said Joyce McKay, executive director of Safe Haven Humane Society, a Wells-based no-kill shelter and adoption agency for cats. The restored, 6,000-square foot, 18th-century apple barn was home for 14 years to Cattail Farm Antiques. In April, 2019, Safe Haven bought the barn and adjoining carriage house and 1930s farmhouse for $650,000 from the previous owners, who moved their business to New
Joyce McKay, executive director of Safe Haven Humane Society, in the organization’s new thrift shop at Cattail Farm in Wells.
Hampshire. Two benefactors provided the $150,000 down payment. The Mr. and Mrs. Henry G. LaBrie and the Philip H. Ger-
rish Family Trust gave a gift of $100,000 and Jean Foss of Harbor Candies offered an open-ended loan of $50,000. Safe Haven is responsible for the
$500,000 mortgage. Volunteer and benefactor Martine LaBrie, who is married to Henry LaBrie, CATTAIL page 22...
Take Your Pick on Maine Apple Sunday STATEWIDE The Maine State Pomological Society will hold the 20th annual Maine Apple Sunday on September 13, with participating orchards around the state. Maine Apple Sunday starts the peak of the apple harvest when summer apples are still available but the main crop is ready for its first pick. Apple orchards from Wells to Caribou will celebrate by offering special activities and free samples of apple products, including the local farms: Libby and Son U-Picks, Limerick - They will have free live music, balloon characters, pick your own, wood fired pizza,
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free Koozie for the first 25 apple bags purchased. McDougal Orchards, Sanford - They will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will host a “Pick for the Pantry” event. Each u-pick customer will be given a bag to fill for donation to a local food pantry. No charge for the bag. In addition, there will be a scavenger hunt for kids and adults to learn more about how they grow fruit. Spiller Farm, Wells - The Abenaki Draft Horse club will be doing horse-drawn wagon rides 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to benefit their club. U-pick apples, peaches, raspberries, flowers, tomatoes,
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and many veggies, free picnic and play area with a retired tractor for kids, a corn stalk teepee, goats and geese. The farm store has pizza, sandwiches, drinks, and picnic supplies. For a full list of society participants, visit www.maineapples.org. Other local apple orchards include: The Orchard at Chase Farms, Wells - An orchard of young trees so come early before they sell out! Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday-Sunday. Romac Orchards, Acton - One of the most spectacular views in York County! Offers free hayrides, corn maze, and
walking trails every weekend. Open Wednesday-Friday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also has Saturday special events, like the Good Humor Ice Cream Truck and Mr. Drew & His Animals Too on September 12. Have you seen our
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