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December 21, 1 Hour After Sunset, Looking Southwest Roen Kelly graphic accompanied by the article, “Jupiter and Saturn will form rare ‘Christmas Star’ on winter solstice” by Eric Betz, published on December 7 on www.astronomy.com. Readers can watch the event live on this website, courtesy of Lowell Observatory in Arizona.
STATEWIDE Astronomers and backyard star gazers alike will be craning their necks upward to witness a rare celestial event on December 21, the winter equinox, as the planets Jupiter and Saturn align in extremely tight proximity. The two planets will be so close that they will appear as “one star” and many are heralding the event as the Christmas Star and comparing them to the Star of Bethlehem. Astronomers use the word conjunction to describe meetings of planets and other objects and use the term great conjunction to describe meetings of the two biggest planets in our solar system, Jupiter
and Saturn. Jupiter-Saturn conjunctions happen every 20 years but not all conjunctions are the same. The 2020 great conjunction will be the closest since 1623 and the closest observable one since 1226! December 21 is also the shortest day of 2020, and that’s good news for anyone hoping to see the event. “Look for the planets low in the southwest in the hour after sunset, NASA officials said in a press release. The two planets and their moons will be visible in the same field of view through binoculars or a small telescope. In fact, Saturn will appear as close See STAR page 6...
Fuel & More Helps Kittery Residents with Fuel and “More” KITTERY Fuel & More continues to grow in helping Kittery residents with fuel costs and unforeseen expenses. As an all-volunteerrun nonprofit, Fuel & More helps those having trouble paying for heat but don’t qualify for town assistance. Over the Fall and Winter, Fuel & More covers the cost of two heating deliveries for individuals or families, totaling thousands of gallons of heating oil, propane, kerosene, needed cords of wood, and pellets, as well as assisting with fuel costs
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WELLS William J.(Bill) Horne Jr. was born on December 24, 1920 in South Boston, MA. Just days before his 21st birthday he went to his nearest recruiting station to enlist in the US Air Force following the unexpected bombing of Pearl Harbor. Bill was assigned to the 20th Air Force with the Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) of Weather Observation. His first assignment was to serve as a Weather Observer
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for Fair Tide housing. In addition to helping with fuel, two years ago Fuel & More began a new service that further defines the “More” in their title. Through “More”, Kittery families get help with unexpected emergencies, such as loss of a job, an illness, or a death in the family, providing funds to help families get through a difficult time in their lives. In the past year, with the generosity of donors, they were able to expand the “More” mission by help-
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Instructor in Texas but quickly moved up the ranks to Staff Sargent and then deployed to Japan attached to the 55th Reconnaissance Squadron in support of Weather Observation for the Strategic Air Forces of the Pacific. In late April 1945, he arrived in Guam and continued through numerous battle-zones to Saipan and then Iwo Jima where he would be stationed for nine months. In fact, just weeks after the Battle of Iwo Jima, Bill climbed to the top of Mount
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Suribachi and sat under the that famous American flag that was photographed being raised by a squad of American troops during the battle. After being honorably discharged and returning home, Bill embarked on a search for the woman who had initiated a letter writing campaign in support of troops overseas. Marion Boyce had been his pen-pal throughout his time in Iwo Jima. He found her in late January and a romance was born.
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Strengthening Enforcement of Face Coverings
AUGUSTA With widespread community transmission and increased COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in Maine, Governor Janet Mills signed an Executive Order that simplifies and strengthens the enforcement of the State’s face covering requirement. Moving forward, owners and operators of all indoor public spaces – regardless of the type of entity or size – must not allow those who refuse to wear a face covering to enter or remain in their venue. Previous Executive Orders had required enforcement in some but not all public settings. Additionally, the Governor announced she has recently dedicated $100,000 in CARES Act
Coronavirus Relief Funds (CRF) to continue the State’s “Keep It Maine” public awareness campaign about the importance of taking seriously health and safety precautions, such as wearing a face covering, staying six feet apart, and washing hands often. The Governor also warned that more severe restrictions, including reduced gathering limits or business closures, might be necessary to gain better control of the spread of COVID-19, although these are options of last resort especially given the lack of federal support for workers and businesses. “Short of closing businesses and schools and requiring people to stay home, which is
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the last thing I want to do, especially during the holidays, we are running out of available public health tools to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in Maine. Hospitalizations are on the rise, more people are getting sick, and more people are dying,” said Governor Mills. “We know masks can stop the spread. But we need people to wear them. This Executive Order is aimed at ensuring that we are protecting people in stores, protecting store employees, and keeping Maine people healthy.” Wearing a face covering is proven to significantly reduce the spread of COVID-19 and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has called on all Americans to wear masks to prevent COVID-19 spread. In Maine, people in a public setting are required to wear a face covering. Previously, retail stores with more than 50,000 square feet of shopping space – along with eating establishments, bars, tasting rooms, social clubs, and lodging operations and accommodations – required customers to wear face coverings and could deny entry if patrons refused.
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a face covering not only makes good sense, but is required and enforceable through licensing actions, by law enforcement, and by the Attorney General,” said Aaron Frey, Attorney General of Maine. “The Governor’s executive order makes clear that all operators of indoor public spaces must comply with and enforce the requirement.” In the event of non-compliance with enforcement, the State has the option of taking action against a facility’s operating license, and violations of Executive Orders are a Class E crime, punishable by up to 180 days imprisonment and $1,000 fine. Those who are made aware of the face covering requirement and insist on entering an establishment can be removed and charged with trespassing by law enforcement. Maine’s number of COVID19 cases and hospitalizations have increased significantly over the past month while the state’s 7-day positivity rate, although lower than other states, stands at 4.70 over the past seven days, a substantial increase from 2.47 of a month ago.
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Now, all owners and operators of indoor public spaces, regardless of the type of entity or its size, must deny entry to those who refuse. Earlier this week, Governor Mills convened a call with retail stores to discuss this change and communicated that enhanced enforcement was necessary to protect Maine people. “Maine’s retailers, grocers and restaurants employ one in four Maine workers. That means you have a family member, a friend or a neighbor that is relying on that job to survive,” said Curtis Picard, President and CEO of Retail Association of Maine. “If you don’t wear a mask, don’t try to enter a store. It’s that simple: No mask, no service, no exceptions.” The Executive Order also clarifies that claiming a medical exemption is not an excuse to enter or remain in an establishment without a face covering. This comes in light of reports from retailers of individuals abusing the exemption. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities exist to protect such individuals as well as others from COVID-19 in public settings. Additionally, municipalities, which are authorized to enforce the use of face coverings on streets and sidewalks, in parks and in other public spaces like town halls where individuals gather, are also required to deny entry to indoor public spaces to those who will not wear face coverings. “Wearing a face covering is a simple step you can take to reduce the spread of COVID19. In a public setting, wearing
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WELLS The Congdon’s Giving Tree will continue this season, despite the pandemic closing the dining room to guests. For more than two decades, Congdon’s Doughnuts & Family Restaurant in Wells has been offering guests a free doughnut if they contribute an item to the Giving Tree. Over the years, guests have donated thousands of toys, baby and toddler clothes, and diapers to York County families in need during the holiday season. In 2020, guests will be asked to drop off items at the Congdon’s drive-thru or takeout window, beginning on Black Friday. Each guest that brings an item between now and December 20 gets a free doughnut. “It’s a little different, but that’s 2020 for you,” said Congdon’s owner Gary Leech. “This is an important part of what we do. Our staff loves it, our guests love it, we love it, and the organizations really appreciate it.” Out of an abundance of caution, Congdon’s dining room and lobby has been closed to guests since the outset of the pandemic in March. During that time, more than 80,000 cars vehicles have made their way through the Congdon’s drive-thru. To continue to meet the drive-thru demand, Congdon’s
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pandemic, Congdon’s became a depot for people in need of toilet paper, which was often missing from store shelves. Guests who had rolls to spare donated them, and those in need picked them up at the Congdon’s drive-thru. Congdon’s also recently partnered with Wells Junior High School students to distribute more than 380 free turkey dinners to senior citizens via the drive-thru. “We are beyond blessed to have been part of this community since 1955,” said Leech. “Anything we can do to help people get through this difficult time, we’re happy to do.” Congdon’s is located at 1090 Post Road in Wells.
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...HORNE from page 1 brought up four children and enjoyed an adventurous journey of 50 years before Marion passed away in 1996 (photo of Marion to the right). During these years Bill dedicated his professional life to management in a multi-national corporation and teaching at Boston College. In 2016, he moved to Wells to live with his oldest daughter. The family is thrilled to be honoring their cherished father, grandfather, and great-grandfather on his 100th birthday this coming December 24 and plan on building a big bonfire outside his residence with family and friends that he will be able to see to celebrate this great achievement.
STATEWIDE National Maine Day is December 21, and the state’s residents can honor the lives of innovators Margaret E. Knight (1838-1914), inventor of a Machine for Making Flat-Bottom Paper Bags, and Percy L. Spencer (1894-1970), inventor of the
High-Efficiency Magnetron – both inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame®. Born in York, Knight invented a machine that could automatically cut, fold and glue flat-bottomed paper bags. Her invention revolutionized the paper bag industry by replacing the work of 30 people with one machine. Born in Howland, Spencer discovered a more efficient way to manufacture magnetrons while working for the Raytheon Co. This discovery led to significant advances in radar and his most popular invention, the microwave oven. Don’t forget to honor these amazing innovators during this year’s Maine Day celebration!
Senators Announce Nominees to US Military Service Academies WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced their nominees to the United States Military Academies. To be considered for an appointment to a service academy, applicants must be nominated by an authorized nominating source, which includes Members of Congress. Admission to the United States Coast Guard Academy, also a federal service academy, does not require a congressional nomination. “We are proud to have the honor to nominate such an impressive group of Maine students to our nation’s distin-
guished service academies,” said Senators Collins and King in a joint statement. “The young people we have nominated have earned this honor through a commitment to strong scholarship, leadership, and character.” The following students from York County have received nominations as candidates to the military academies from Senators Collins and King: Jonathan Leal from York High School to United States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs and Calvin Healey from York High School to Unites States Military Academy, West Point.
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Berwick Public Library Return to Curbside Service
Due to the increasing COVID-19 cases, the library will be offering only curbside service and has suspended in-person library visits through January 1. Items can be requested from the Berwick Public Library and libraries all over the state using our online catalog. Click on the “Curbside Service” button on the library’s website,
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Returning Items
The book drop is open to return items. Returned items will be quarantined for up to a week before we check them in. Please do not leave donations outside the library or in our return box.
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Christmas Masses at Holy Spirit Parish St. Martha Church, Kennebunk & St. Mary Church, Wells
The Parish will have a total of 7 Masses for Christmas: St. Martha Church, Kennebunk
Christmas Eve 4 PM & 6 PM; Christmas Day 9 AM
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Christmas Eve 4 PM, 6 PM & 9 PM; Christmas Day 9 AM NOTE: Due to pandemic rules, we may have about 45 people in a church at each Mass. We also have a second location for about 45 at each church campus with a live TV feed and Communion provided.
You must call ahead to sign up at 985-6252 (St. Martha) or 646-5605 (St. Mary) by Tuesday, Dec. 22 at 4:30 PM. If you leave a message, you still need confirmation from the office. Please consider the 6 PM or 9 PM masses on Christmas Eve as well as the 9 AM mass at either church on Christmas Day. The 4 PM masses on the 24th fill up very quickly!
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In this craft tutorial, library staff member Sara Gove creates holiday and winter-themed cards using paper in contrasting colors. Download the template from the library’s website for the tree, candle, and snowflake cards, or have fun creating your own design!
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Raptors and Reptiles
A field trip to the Center for Wildlife in Cape Neddick, where Katie Brodeur talked to about the new CFW facility and introduced us to some of their raptor and reptile ambassadors.
Artist Talk
Artist Thomas K. Merriam shares the inspirations behind the watercolor paintings he currently has on display at the library and talks about his background.
Author Talk
Ross Alan Bachelder talks about his newest book, “REVENGE: Tales Best Read in the Twilight Hours,” short stories that are “not only decidedly quirky, they’re also disturbingly sinister.”
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To access the library’s Wi-Fi, select the “Berwick Public Library” network from your device’s Wi-Fi settings, then hit “connect and agree” on the landing page that pops up. If the landing page does not automatically appear, open your browser and go to aplogin.com to finish connecting.
KITTERY Principal Alli Gamache was joined recently by Mitchell Primary School third gradVirtual Book Sale
Book sale prices are $1 for hardcovers, $.50 for paperbacks, and $2 for DVDs. To see the available items, go to www.berwick.lib. me.us/virtual-book-sale. If you see anything you’d like to buy, email Michael at mschroeder@berwickpubliclibrary.org and we’ll let you know when your items are ready for pick up!
Maine InfoNet Library System
Patrons will have full access through the MILS catalog to borrow items from other libraries in the system. See the library’s website.
Lego Challenge
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The “Lego Challenge” has many projects to build. Upload photos of your projects to share.
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Dr. Mike Hatton is now taking patients at 5 Webhannet Place, Kennebunk.
Curbside-Only Service
In light of the increase in COVID19 cases, we will be opening for curbside services only. We will be moving the pick-up location to the vestibule in the library’s main entrance. The amphitheater and ramp have served us well this summer, but snow and ice make the ramp difficult to navigate. Aside from the location, all other procedures remain the same: pull into a parking space, call 207-985-4730 to let us know that you’ve arrived, then proceed to the pick-up table in the vestibule to get your items. Please continue to remain masked during your visit and observe physical distancing.
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Governor Mills Announces Intent to Expand Development of Offshore Wind in Maine AUGUSTA To solidify Maine’s leadership in floating offshore wind energy and collaborate with Maine’s fisheries on the industry’s development, Governor Janet Mills announced the State’s plan to create the country’s first floating offshore wind research array in the Gulf of Maine. With some of the highest sustained wind speeds in the world, the Outer Continental Shelf of the Gulf of Maine has great potential for generating clean energy and economic opportunity for Maine, as offshore wind investment in the U.S. is estimated to top $70 billion through 2030. Due to its deep waters, generating wind energy in the Gulf of Maine will likely come from floating offshore wind turbines, a technology still under development in the U.S which requires additional scientific study about its potential effects on fisheries and the marine environment. Designating a small-scale research array in the Gulf of Maine represents a measured, deliberative approach that allows the State to engage the fishing industry’s expertise to minimize potential harms and maximize the benefits to Maine
people from offshore wind. “I believe Maine can lead the country in floating offshore wind technology,” said Governor Mills. “But it must be done in partnership with Maine’s fishermen, to form a sciencebased mutual understanding of how best to design and operate floating wind turbines in the precious Gulf of Maine. A research area is a prudent step toward securing our state’s leadership position, working
collaboratively with fishermen and scientists, and developing offshore wind to realize the significant energy, economic and climate benefits it stands to offer our state.” The research array is part of the ongoing Maine Offshore
Wind Initiative announced by Governor Mills in 2019. In October, the State received a grant from the U.S. Economic Development Agency for the Initiative to support long-term planning for offshore wind with fishery, business, environmental and
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York High School Announces First Quarter Honor Roll Grade 12 High Honors
Margaret Bachelder, William Bachelder, Max Ernenwein, Kristen Leroux, Tarunraj Ramgulam, Evan Rankin, Sophia Roe, Cameron Runte, Gabriel Sarno, Hailey Springer, Daphne StrattonGignac.
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Emma Gear, Joshua Gennaro, Alexander Hames, Calvin Healey, Meghan Hirsch, Gemma Hopkins, Teagan Hynes, Darryk Kelly, Brian Kenealy, Katrina Kiklis, Ruby Kondos, Jonathan Leal, Sophia Lewis, Eliza Linn, Gianna Mauro, Raigen Michniewicz, Carly Mitchell, Alexander Neilson, Erin Patch, Sarah Pente, John Remick, Greta Shaffer, Emma Simonds, Phoebe Slovenski, Emma Tinervin, Amelia Vetter, Lindsey White, Nicolette Zapien.
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Joshua Dunnington, Alea Galbadis, Jay Gardoqui, Owen Grader, Kiley Higgins, Tamta Jologua, Keegan Kuhn, Retha Lane, Aidan Martin, Austin Mather, Brendan Mather, Cavin McNamara, Amelia Meyer, Troy Nelson, Mackenzie White.
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~ Calendar of Events ~ Saturday, December 19 Kittery Beach Clean Up
The Blue Ocean Society for Marine Conservation is sponsoring a beach clean up at Seapoint Beach at 9 a.m. Volunteer waivers (if this is your fi rst time) can be found online at www.blueoceansociety. org. Face coverings are required and bring work gloves.
Holiday Lights Tour
Tour York County’s prettiest Holiday light displays from the comfort and safety of your own vehicle from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Voting instructions and map route will be provided prior to the event via email. FMI: bit.ly/holidaylightstourtickets.
Holiday Candlelight Stroll
Discover the holiday traditions of Kennebunk’s residents at the turn
of the 20th Century with a virtual tour and holiday dinner! Learn about these families and their holiday traditions strolling virtually from one vignette to the next via candlelight. Take-Out Holiday Dinner includes traditional foods served in Kennebunk homes for the holidays. FMI: www.brickstoremuseum.org.
Tuesday, December 22 York River Study Meeting
The York River Study Committee will meet virtually via Zoom at 5:30 p.m. using the Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve’s Zoom account with video or phone-in participation options. Email Jennifer Hunter for meeting information to participate at jh.yorkriver@ gmail.com or 2 07- 6 41- 912 2. Regular meetings are held on the
fourth Tuesday of each month and are open to the public. FMI: www. yorkrivermaine.org.
Thursday, December 24 Christmas Eve Service
St. David’s Episcopal Church, 138 York Street, Kennebunk, invites all to a 4 p.m. “drive in” service in the parking lot. Also listen live at 89.5 FM. A recorded Christmas Eve service will be available on Facebook and YouTube at 8 p.m.
that would allow a connection to the mainland electric grid in the southern half of the state. The research array is expected to contain a dozen or fewer floating wind turbines over approximately 16 square miles of ocean or less. By comparison, commercial offshore wind lease areas elsewhere along the East Coast are frequently greater than 10 times this size.
Friday, December 25 Christmas Dinner
VFW Post 6977, 75 Cape Neddick Road, York Beach, will host a Christmas Dinner for veteran families, friends of Veterans, members of York and more, 12-2 p.m. Menu includes: turkey, ham, sweet potato, squash, mashed potatoes, stuffing with gravy, vegetable, rolls
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and assorted desserts. Come in or call ahead, make your selection, and the staff will box it up and bring it out to your car so you can enjoy a “home cooked meal” with family. Reservations accepted but not required. FMI: 207-363-9827.
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Newly completed motor skills course at Wells Elementary School features spins, star jumps, squats, toe touches and five arm circles, which, according to Radford, “are developmentally appropriate for K-2.” (Reg Bennett photo)
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WELLS In October, a small group of Wells High School art students and their teacher Meredith Radford began creating a colorful and permanent “motor skills” obstacle course painted onto a large section of pavement on the playground at Wells Elementary School. “The course includes pathways, directional movements, loco-motor skills and balance skills, all which are developmentally age appropriate, especially for K-2,” commented Radford in an email. She and the Foundations Arts and Alternative education students were invited by WES Principal April Noble to create the course. Earlier in the fall, Radford and students focused on creating several sidewalk chalk murals at various locations around Wells High School. This was to get her students working outside more in a school year overshadowed by a pandemic, spruce up the campus with some color and provide designated spots where students could safely take a brief face mask break. The interactive course at Wells Elementary was seen as a way to get the younger students engaged in an activity that, with its unique design, helps them exercise while maintaining a safe distance from one another at recess. In addition, the course requires no equipment to be shared and can be duplicated at home with a piece of chalk. “We are thrilled to add this motor course to our playground,” See COURSE page 11...
Santa Claus is Coming to Kittery
KITTERY Just in time for the holidays, Santa Claus is coming to Kittery on Saturday, December 19. The big man in red will be riding through town, escorted by the Kittery Police Department, Fire Department and the Community Center. Santa’s ride
South Coast Senior College Presents WinterScape Potpourri YORK COUNTY The South Coast Senior College is presenting “WinterScape Potpourri”, a series of online experiences to help locals enjoy something new as we deice-olate! During the months of January and February, a number of stimulating experiences will be offered free on Zoom. Staying connected and making new friends helps reduce isolation and elements of the winter doldrums due to the pandemic, while staying safely at home!
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will kick off from the Community Center at 2 p.m. To see the entire route Santa will be taking and follow the parade, check out the Kittery Community Center Facebook page at www.facebook.com/kittcommctr/. (Photo posted by Nelson E. Linscott to Kittery’s Facebook in 2019.)
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South Coast Senior College has re-invented itself in the online world due to the COVID-19 times. The Board of Directors has worked to provide quality courses with some phenomenal instructors. This spring they expect to offer more exciting classes. Meanwhile, come select free sessions like “Winter Music”, “Writing a Legacy Letter”, “Seniors Connecting with Children through Quality Reading”, Tech Tips from the Cloud, Book Club in Triplicate, Two Sides to Every Issue, Beating the Wintertime Blues with Mindfulness and Meditation and much more! South Coast Senior College is part of the Maine Senior College Network. It is open to all residents of York County and Seacoast NH, ages 50 and up. To learn more and register, go to south-coast-senior-college. coursestorm.com or contact Cindi Flow at 806-674-3439 or cinflow@yahoo.com.
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~ Arts & Entertainment ~ New “Retro Roadtrip” Photo Book by Hrehovcik KENNEBUNK Kennebunk resident Josh Hrehovcik is pleased to announce the publication of his second photo book, “Retro Roadtrip: Winter in Maine (and a bit of New England)”. The 70-page, soft-cover book features full-color original views of winter in Southern Maine and selected New England locations. A perennial traveler throughout this picturesque area, Hrehovcik finds inspiration in recognizable subjects, like snowcovered boats, cars and lobster traps, sparkling oceans and glowing sunsets, as well as barns, shops and street scenes. Each photo has Hrehovcik’s refreshing observation and invites viewer to see often overlooked scenes with a new perspective. Geraldine Aikman, who
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curated the images and designed the book, said, “Josh has a knack for taking everyday things and familiar places and making them shine. This collection of photos may make you see winter in southern Maine (and a bit of New Hampshire) in a different light. It
also may encourage you to get out there after the first snowfall and take some pictures of your own.” While professional photography is a new career move for Hrehovcik, his innovative style has attracted attention. He has made several media appearances, including an upcoming interview on the Channel 6 program “207” hosted by Rob Caldwell. Hrehovcik said, “I’m fortunate to live in a place that has inspiring views wherever you look. I always take my camera with me so, on every trip, I keep my eye open for the next photo opportunity. It’s a lot of fun, too.” Retro Roadtrip is available on Amazon and select retail locations for $24, and also on Hrehovcik’s website: www.retroroadtripper.com. For questions, call 207-289-5100.
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...COURSE from page 10 commented April Noble. “Upon its completion, the students instantly were engaged! A motor course provides an opportunity to learn and experience different
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Kittery Land Trust Announces 2020 Award Recipients and Closes Strong in a Challenging Year KITTERY Each year at its annual membership meeting, the Kittery Land Trust recognizes and honors an individual who has made a significant contribution to the conservation of natural areas that improve the quality of life in the community. This year, the Friend of Kittery Conservation Award was given to Peter Lamb. Peter has long been a champion of the Piscataqua Maritime Region. Seven tidal rivers, Great Bay and some 52 communities in Maine and New Hampshire comprise this beautiful and unique 1,000 square-mile watershed. For nearly fifty years, since coming to the UNH School of Forestry, Peter has worked to inspire people to care for and steward this historically and ecologically rich region. He is a strong believer that getting people out into nature will deepen their sense of place and heighten their interest in caring for the environment. A new award named in honor of a longtime volunteer for KLT, the first Cindy Kuliga Volunteer Service Award was presented to Gary Mitchell. For more than a decade, Gary has devoted countless hours to working on KLT lands and beyond to control the spread of invasive species. He eagerly shares his knowledge with the community about the threats invasive species pose to wildlife and native plants. 2020 has been a memorable year for Kittery Land Trust as the impacts of COVID-19 affected the organization in both challenging and positive ways. Like many organizations, planned events and gatherings were canceled due to the pandemic but it has also brought increased use of KLT trails as people looked for safe ways to be outside together. KLT saw a sharp increase in new members grateful for outdoor access and eager to contribute to the organization. KLT established a “Giving Garden” at Nooney Farm to grow food for neighbors in need, and with the help of more than 50 volunteers, donated nearly 2000 pounds of produce to school lunch programs and area food pantries. KLT’s signature Seacoast Environmental Film
Festival in early 2020 drew over 900 attendees and featured five thought-provoking films, all supported by generous sponsors and local restaurants. As the Kittery Land Trust looks to the future much is unknown, but it is clear that protected natural areas, trails, meaningful opportunities to gather together, and locally-produced food are needed and valued by our community. It is through the dedicated work of volunteers, members and community partners that Kittery Land Trust will continue to advance its mission to “save land and build community” in the coming year and beyond.
Left to right: Peter Lamb, creator of the Leopold Bench presents it to Gary Mitchell to honor his receipt of the first Cindy Kuliga Volunteer Service Award.
Pepperrell Cove Group Installs Patented Air Filtration System KITTERY POINT In anticipation of temperatures plummeting, enterprising businesses are investigating best practices for keeping their patrons safe during the pandemic. Pepperrell Cove, an oceanfront complex with two restaurants, a general store and an event venue in Kittery Point, is leading the way by installing a patented air purifying system that is proven to reduce exposure to pathogens – viruses, bacteria, mold and other airborne particles (including COVID-19). It’s called iWave technology and the units can be installed in most existing HVAC systems, including residential and commercial locations. Donna Ryan, one of the co-owners of Pepperrell Cove, says, “When COVID-19 hit last winter, we immediately began researching air filtration systems that would allow us to safely welcome our guests indoors. We determined that the best solution for us was the air filtration system known as bi-polar ionization, which is being installed in hospitals and hotels across the country. We chose the iWave technology, and local installers, M2 Service Group out of Exeter. It’s been installed in all our indoor spaces: The Ski Club, Bistro 1828, The View, and Provisions. We are thrilled that it’s working at 100% capacity and our customers tell us they feel much safer.”
According to Steve Sewall, co-owner of M2 Mechanical Service Group based in Exeter, New Hampshire, the company has seen a 95% increase in businesses looking to install air filtration devices. Sewall says not only are restaurants, hospitals, schools, retail stores, clinics, data centers and other businesses installing the devices, but homeowners are as well. Sewall estimates the cost to be less than $1 per square foot of space. “It’s an affordable option that requires zero maintenance,” according to Sewall. “This technology has been around for some time but with the pandemic, people are paying close attention to the quality of their indoor air.” Sewall explains: “This patented iWave technology uses needlepoint bi-polar ionization to create equal amounts of positive and negative ions. When the ions are injected into the airstream, they break down passing pollutants into harmless compounds. Independent studies commissioned by the US Department of Defense show that 99.4% of small airborne particulates are neutralized.” For more information on Pepperrell Cove, visit www. pepperrellcove.com. To place your
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Center for Wildlife’s Longtime Dream Within Reach CAPE NEDDICK From a trailer with no running water, to a ranch house with over 40 outbuildings and enclosures, Center for Wildlife has grown tremendously throughout it’s 34 years serving local wildlife and our community. But surprisingly, the non-profit has had only one indoor expansion in those three decades. “The need for more space became apparent in 2008, but we had a lot of work to do to be ready for a campaign that would support the expansion we needed. We could see our community deeply connected to nature, and needed us to here to treat injured and orphaned wild animals, to provide internships and career training for future environmental and veterinary professionals, and to offer outreach and education to all ages” shares executive director, Kristen Lamb. Center for Wildlife purchased 8.42 acres at the base of Mount Agamenticus adjacent to 16,000 acres of the Mount A to the Sea Conservation Region in 2016. Since then, the organization, with the help of donors and key partners such as Jewett Construction and Kennebunk Savings Bank, has been working on raising funds, designing, and building this new facility and campus for their work and the community. The total project cost $5.5M, and includes an expanded medical clinic for treating up to 2,500 wild animals each year brought from 120 communities in the region. For the first time ever, Center for Wildlife will also have indoor space to host field trips, birthday parties, and even corporate functions. “In our current space, we were able to host onsite events in a humble outdoor pavilion that seats 25 people comfortably but we’ve said no to hundreds of requests over the years due to group size or because of New England weather. The passion for our work has inspired our team to pour everything into this new facility over the past 5 years and, as a result, we now have beautiful, nature inspired spaces to host children and adults alike both indoors and outdoors” shares Lamb. The community can choose from a 1,200 sq. ft. auditorium complete with stone fireplace, a classroom with interactive displays, an outdoor stone amphitheater with beautiful oak tree backdrop, or a conference room and library with lobby space for break out sessions. In
addition, a large Nature Center allows visitors to learn through exhibits such as a life-sized tree replica, vernal pool, and Mini-medical clinic. The field of wildlife medicine is one of the most underfunded sectors, receiving just 1-2% of philanthropic giving overall with no additional state or federal funding. A global pandemic during the busiest season has certainly challenged the Center which continued treating 190 different species and providing virtual environmental education programs every day without closing since March. Thanks to the kindness and generosity of the community, the Center is weeks away from securing occupancy permitting needed to welcome the public at their new facility and campus. Expenses remaining to ensure the campus is safe and accessible for all include fireproofing, phones, and security systems. These expenses totaled $120,000 but an anonymous local donor has offered a $60,000 challenge match, which means there is now $60,000 to raise to close out this campaign and open the doors to this amazing community resource! All gifts contributed to the building fund by December 31, 2020 will be matched dollar for dollar up to $60,000! To contribute to this challenge match or to learn more about the Center for Wildlife’s work and how you can get involved, visit: www.thecenterforwildlife.org/investingin wildlife, email Carolyn at carolyn@thecenterforwildlife.org, or call 207-361-1400 ext. 107.
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~ Ask The Computer Lady ~ Dear Computer Lady, I am an artist and want to send photos to someone who is running an art exhibit. My jpeg photos can be no larger than 2 MB. All of the jpeg photos on my computer of my art are larger than that. I understand there is a way to compress them but I don’t know how. Can you help please, Thanks Margaret Dear Margaret, What you need is an image program that can resize or resample your images. Make sure you save a copy of your photo in the smaller size as you don’t want to lose the clarity and details in the original. My preferred program for resizing is Irfanview at www. irfanview.com. Once you have downloaded and installed Irfanview, start the program, and click “File” then “Open” to find your photo and open it. To resize your photo, click on “Image” in the menu bar, then click on “Resize/Resample”. This will open a dialog box where you can set the new size you want your picture to be. Make sure there is a check mark in front of “Preserve aspect ratio” then change the larger dimension. The smaller dimension will automatically resize as well. If I am trying to quickly reduce the size of a picture, I will simply click on the “Half” button once or twice and then save it as a new image. Elizabeth Dear Computer Lady, How would I know if my
laptop computer has been compromised by a Zeus virus? I had a pop up appear last night with a phone number to call and a code # with Microsoft screen in background. The person on the other end identified himself as a Microsoft employee. He accessed my computer and showed me that my firewall was not working strong enough and that my IPE had been established in foreign countries. He wanted me to purchase(supposedly) Microsoft virus protection. I didn’t give out any credit card info. but asked him to send an email with plan prices and I would decide later. I never received the email. I have Norton 360 Premier security protection currently. Should I have my computer checked out? Does Microsoft try to sell their virus protection plans in this manner? Thank you, Philana Dear Philana, It appears that you have been the victim of a scam, and not a virus. There is a fairly common scam going around that displays a screen saying “Windows Detected Zeus Virus”. The pop-up displays phone numbers for you to call, but you will not be talking to Microsoft, you will be talking to a scammer who will try to get you to allow him to control your computer so he can make you think your computer is infected and steal your credit card information. Anything that the scammer told you about your firewall,
IPE or infections is just a bunch of lies meant to scare you into giving him your money. Yes, you should have your computer checked out to make sure the scammer didn’t leave any unwanted programs on your computer. You don’t want your computer sending the scammers your passwords or other information. No, Microsoft does not sell virus protection plans in this manner, when you get a pop-up saying to call a number for Microsoft support, IT IS ALWAYS A SCAM! Sometimes, when a victim refuses to give over their credit card information, they will put a password lock on your computer, and you won’t be able to get back in. It is good that you didn’t give out your credit card information, and I hope that the scammer didn’t do any damage while he had control of your computer. Elizabeth Dear Computer Lady, I recently got a new computer. One night this week the clock reset itself up one hour. Is there anyway to reset the clock in the bottom right hand corner to the correct time. When I go to the time and click over it I get a planning calendar. Thanks in advance from John Dear John, It sounds like your computer might be set for the wrong time zone. Here is how you can check for and fix it.
Fake Deals on Gaming Consoles Trick Shoppers NATIONWIDE With many people shopping for gifts on a budget this holiday season, scammers are taking advantage of the demand for pricey gaming consoles by promoting fake deals on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 PRO, and the new PlayStation 5. Be sure to use caution when buying a console online. How the Scam Works You find a popular gaming console for sale online at a reduced price. Hoping to save some money, you research the seller’s website and find a few positive reviews. Convinced, you make your purchase via PayPal or another online payment method. You receive an email confirmation with shipping information and a tracking number. If you receive a package at all from the company, it isn’t a
gaming console – instead, it is a valueless phone cover or similar small object. Since you technically received a shipment, you will be unable to contest the purchase with the third-party who processed the payment. Attempts to contact the company are useless. No one answers your phone calls or emails. One consumer who never received any package reported to BBB.org/ScamTracker: “I attempted to reach out to the email address on their website, however I received an email informing me that it was not a valid email address. I then attempted to call the phone number listed on the website, [which gave me] an automatic message informing me that the number was not valid.” How to Avoid Online Purchase Scams Research the company
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1. Point to the time on your taskbar and right-click on it. 2. In the context menu that appears, click on “Adjust date/time”. 3. In the date and time settings window, you can make several changes. A. Make sure you have the right time zone selected. B. You can turn off “Set time automatically” and set it yourself. C. You can turn off the setting to adjust for daylight saving time automatically and set it yourself. Hopefully one of these options will fix your problem. Elizabeth Dear Computer Lady, Love your newsletter, full of so many answers I have questions to. My question is, how do I make a gmail desktop icon, so I can go to gmail quickly? Thank you, Daisy Dear Daisy, How you make a desktop icon for quick access to Gmail depends on what browser program you are using to access the Gmail website. If you are using Internet Explorer: 1. Go to your gmail web page. 2. Right-click on a blank spot of the page. 3. In the context menu that appears, click on “Create Shortcut” 4. In the dialog box that appears, click the “Yes” button. If you are using Firefox or Chrome: 1. Go to your gmail web page. 2. Using your mouse, click on the small lock at the beginning of the address bar. 3. Drag that lock from the address bar to your desktop, and it will automatically create a shortcut to that web page. If you are using Edge, there is not an easy way to create a shortcut to a webpage, but you can still do it following these directions: 1. Copy or write down the web ad-
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dress (URL) for your gmail page. It will be something like https:// mail.google.com. 2. Right-click on a blank spot on your desktop. 3. In the context menu that appears, point to “New” and then click on “Shortcut”. 4. In the shortcut dialog either type or paste your URL and click “Next”. 5. Type a name for your shortcut and click “Finish”. Elizabeth Interested in learning more? Elizabeth has answered thousands of computer questions over the years. To submit a question, email her at elizabeth.boston@ gmail.com.
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People and Business Profiles
Kennebunk Dairy Queen Supports Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital
KENNEBUNK On Saturday, November 21, customers visiting the Kennebunk Dairy Queen could enjoy anything on the menu for one dollar. As part of an end-ofseason customer appreciation day and fundraiser for the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital,
owner John Dube hoped to beat last year’s fundraising total of $5,000. Working in his favor this year was a beautiful day weather-wise and word spread quickly. The result? Over $8,000 was raised with some patrons dropping off donations after the store was closed.
New Board Members of Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce OGUNQUIT Jake Kirsch, Katie Keene, and Beth Dufton were recently welcomed as new board members of the Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce. Jake Kirsch - Brix + Brine and The Crooked Pine “I have wanted to begin giving back to the community I so cherish, and feel that the Chamber of Commerce is a wonderful place for me to share my business experiences as well as help promote the town I so enjoy, and now call my home. Most of us in the business of hospitality have achieved our success because of our people skills and above all I will not forget that this is a
people business, and as a member of the Chamber board I will welcome discussion, feedback and ideas from all of our members to continue to keep Ogunquit the wonderful destination that it has become.” Katie Keene - Dunes on the Waterfront “I have worked in the hospitality industry since 1994 (starting out as a housekeeper in the summer through high school), receiving a Bachelor of Science for Hospitality Management and a minor in business in 2000. I was a Revenue Manager for several years in Connecticut and returned to Maine in 2004 to raise my daughter and became
a Director of Sales and Marketing in Saco. In 2011 I returned to Ogunquit and assumed the General Manager position at The Dunes on the Waterfront. While in Maine I have sat on the board of the Biddeford + Saco chamber and the Maine Beaches Association.” Beth Dufton - Goods “I want to be a part of doing interesting and different things in town. I appreciate Ogunquit’s art heritage and want to enhance that part of our history in a modern way. Ogunquit has a great reputation, and I’d like to work to keep its authenticity while looking at new ways to add a more contemporary and modern feel.
Seacoast Frontline Workers Honored in OMAA Gives Back Initiative OGUNQUIT Six Seacoast Maine and New Hampshire frontline workers and caregivers have been recognized for their commitment to their communities as part of the Ogunquit Museum of Art’s OMAA
Gives Back initiative. The winners were nominated by local residents for their contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic and selected via raffle. Winners are: Karen Kautz, emergency room administrative coordina-
tor, York Hospital, York; Dr. Mary Richmond, hospitalist, York Hospital, York; Lt. Matthew Buttrick, town of Ogunquit Police Department; Rev. Dr. Emily Carrington Heath, pastor, Congregational Church
in Exeter, Exeter, NH; Alice Pearce, executive director, Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce; Peter Elderkin, facilities coordinator, Ogunquit Museum of American Art. Each winner receives a
private viewing of the museum’s 2021 season this spring with Ogunquit Museum of American Art Executive Director Amanda Lahikainen. For more information, go to www.ogunquitmuseum.org.
~ Dining ~
Weekly Recipe: Christmas Fig and Date Coconut Balls Ingredients: 1 cup of dried dates 1½ cups of dried figs 1 cup of finely chopped walnuts 2-3 tablespoons of coconut oil 1 cup of fresh shredded coconut
Directions: Chop dates, figs and walnuts as fine as possible and place in a medium bowl. Add coconut oil and mix so all the ingredients are well blended. If ingredients are a bit on the dry side add a bit more coconut oil.
Use a 1-inch ice-cream scoop and make small ball shape mounds and roll in the palms of your hands, squeeze slightly to firm up the mixture. Roll the balls in shredded coconut and cover them well. Place them in a container with wax paper between layers to prevent from sticking together. They store best in the refrigerator in your air tight container. Enjoy!
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~ Dining ~ We have installed HEPA filters and a UVC air cleaner into our ventilation ducts, cleaning the air of virus, mold, and bacteria – in addition to our private dining pods!
Angelina’s Ristorante 655 Main St • Ogunquit
TUSCAN GRILLE & WINE BAR
207.646.0445 angelinasogunquit.com Year Round 4:30-9:30pm OPEN 7 NIGHTS A WEEK
NEW YEAR’S EVE
As in past years, we will be offering the convenience of ordering from our regular menu, as well as open seating. We will have additional specials available.
Save the date – And reserve your table – At Angelina’s!
Wine Down Wednesdays & Fridays
when you purchase 2 FULL PRICE dinners for dine in or take out, we will include a bottle of red or white wine of our choice on us. We will charge you 15 cents so it’s legal. YOU MUST MENTION THIS PROMOTION!
OUR WINTER SPECIALS
Monday: Create Your Own Pasta Night $18
An innovative dining experience where you choose your own pasta and sauce! Select from 8 different pastas and 11 different sauces, served with salad and Italian bread.
Tuesday: Pasta É Basta $20
A glass of Italian red or white wine, homemade soup or salad, and choose one of 9 special pasta dishes!
Wednesday: Community Night 3-Course Dinner $24 6 Entrées to choose from with soup or salad, and dessert.
Thursday: Personal Wine Dinner $65 per couple
3-Course dinner with 6 entrées to choose from, soup or salad, dessert, and a bottle of wine of your choice.
Sunday: Sunday Suppers $24
10 Classic Italian dinners to choose from with a cup of homemade soup or mixed baby green salad.
Specials above not available on holidays or holiday weekend
Mangia (EAT) Thursdays $14.99
Every Thursday night, enjoy a salad or soup & choose between 12 different Italian entrées. (YOU MUST MAKE A RESERVATION)
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Monday Dinner 5-8pm: 240r york street12/21 york, maine 03909 207.606.0556 Filet Mignon topped with Sauteed Shrimp
and herbed butter with au gratin potatoes and veggie
Chicken Marsala on Pasta with sauteed vegetable
Pork Medallions topped with Bleu Cheese Sauce with au gratin potatoes and veggie
Also Enjoy the Option of Selected Sandwiches from Our Lunch Menu and Housemade Desserts
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~ Dining ~ Closed Christmas Eve & Day Open Wednesday, Dec. 23 for
50 CENT WINGS
Open New Year’s Eve
NEW HOURS
Sun-Mon, Thurs 11:30-8 Closed Tues-Wed Fri-Sat 11:30-8:30
DAILY SPECIALS
3 COURSE DINNER SPECIAL
Indoor Dining • Take-Out Curbside Pick-Up Outdoor (weather permitting) Bar Open (limited seating)
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Saturdays & Sundays (Dine-in Only) 11:30am-3pm:
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All Day & Night Specials Available 11:30am-8pm
Monday
Fried Seafood Combo (choose 2) Haddock, clam strips, shrimp, or scallops served with french fries and coleslaw $14.95
Tuesday
Closed
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Christmas Eve & Day
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“A New England Tradition since 1833”
Saturday, December 19 All income from meals sold will go to Make-A-Wish.
Limited seating so reserve right away!
Open Mon-Sat at 4pm for
Sandwich & Clam Chowder
inside dining & take-out!
Wednesday
We follow all of Maine’s COVID-19 rules.
Comes with choice of two sides $12.95
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Sandwich with cup of clam chowder and one side $11.95
Full Rack of Baby Back Ribs or Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Thursday Steak Bomb
With sauteed onions, mushrooms, american cheese, and one side $8.95
Call for reservations.
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Wishing All Happy Holidays!
Friday
Fried Haddock Platter
Served with french fries and coleslaw $12.95
Sunday
Chicken Parmesan or Shrimp Scampi
Over homemade linguine and served with garlic bread $12.95
Full Menu Available
Take-Out Cocktails & Beers!
Dine-In or Take-Out: Call (207) 641-0601 124 Post Road / Route 1, Wells • newenglandhousewells.com
646-3355
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Open at 5pm for
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~ Dining ~
New Year’s Eve At Clay Hill Farm
“Ogunquit’s Best Kept Secret” OPEN YEAR ROUND
Happy Holidays!
Closing December 14-26. Reopening December 27.
Join us as we kick 2020 to the curb
Serving Breakfast Monday-Friday 7-11, Saturday-Sunday 7-12 Gorges Grant Hotel, 449 Main St, Ogunquit • (207) 646-1733
and welcome 2021 with LIVE MUSIC and fabulous coastal cuisine! Special NYE A La Carte Menu Reservations for Inside & Curbside from 4pm
NEW YEAR’S BLUES BRUNCH WITH BINTLIFF’S • 10AM-2PM
Ring in the NEW YEAR with Chef Norm and the Clay Hill Crew LIVE MUSIC with Blues Musician ERIC FERNALD 12-2pm 1465 Main Street
Serving Dinner Inside* & Curbside Friday-Monday from 4:30pm with new winter dining specials and pub events. Stay tuned!
So. Sanford Maine 04073
*Clay Hill Farm follows ALL Maine CDC safety guidelines for inside dining. Tables are generously spaced and sanitation protocols are impeccably followed. Reservations and masks required.
OPEN YEAR ROUND 11:00 to 7:00, Closed Only Mondays
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Happy Holidays! SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS
Serving Dinner Inside* & Curbside Friday-Monday from 4:30pm
LIVE MUSIC SATURDAY 12/19 Closed 12/22 & 12/23
HEAT & SERVE CHRISTMAS TO-GO Details on clayhillfarm.com • Pick-up 12/24 • 1-3pm
CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER: RESERVATIONS 5-7PM CHRISTMAS DAY DINNER: RESERVATIONS 1-4PM Special Pris Fixe Christmas Menu & Details on clayhillfarm.com
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Health & Fitness MaineHealth Administers First Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine to Front-Line Caregivers PORTLAND MaineHealth, the region’s largest integrated health system, administered the first vaccinations for COVID-19 to its front-line caregivers earlier this week. Kayla Mitchell, RN, BSN, became the first care team member at MaineHealth to receive the vaccine. Mitchell is a nurse who treats COVID19 patients in the intensive care unit at Maine Medical Center. “I’m excited to be able to be a part of the solution and make the community a safer place at this critical moment,” said Mitchell after receiving the vaccine. “I’ve watched people suffer with this illness. I trust the science, and I trust that this is a solution.” Mitchell is one of 150 MaineHealth caregivers scheduled to be vaccinated at Maine Medical Center in Portland and Southern Maine Health
Care in Biddeford. Vaccinations will then start at a third MaineHealth hospital, Mid Coast Parkview Health in Brunswick. Those three southern Maine hospitals have treated the most COVID-19 patients during the pandemic within MaineHealth and were prioritized for the first doses for that reason. MaineHealth is set to receive an initial allotment of 1,900 doses of the vaccine made by Pfizer during the first week of distribution. Initially, distribution will focus on Intensive Care Unit teams, front-line Emergency Department caregivers, those providing care in dedicated COVID-19 inpatient units and other critical and essential inpatient services not available elsewhere. A second vaccine, made by Moderna, is set for review by the Food and Drug Administration’s expert panel. Assuming that vac-
cine is approved, MaineHealth is expecting another 15,775 doses to arrive beginning the week of December 21, including another 975 Pfizer doses with the balance from Moderna. That will be enough vaccine to inoculate all of MaineHealth’s direct caregivers. It will take several weeks to vaccinate all eligible team members across the system. While the logistics of storing and transporting the vaccines require planning given that the Pfizer product requires ultra-cold storage and the Moderna vaccine also has to be frozen, the biggest hurdle to overcome is finding doctors and nurses to staff the vaccine clinics. MaineHealth has been actively recruiting staff for the clinics for several weeks. Among those recruited to provide vaccinations are retired doctors and nurses who have volunteered to help in the effort.
Unique Holiday Gifts from the American Lung Association AUGUSTA The pandemic has changed how we live our lives, including new ways to celebrate the holiday season. For those looking for a new take on holiday giving this unprecedented season, the American Lung Association offers a few holiday gift-giving ideas that support lung health and efforts to end COVID19 and future respiratory viruses through the American Lung Association’s COVID-19 Action Initiative. Buy two, give two masks. Wearing a mask is a powerful way to show you care about protecting the health of those around you – a perfect heartwarming holiday sentiment. Washable, reusable multi-ply masks in “American Lung Association blue” are available through the organization’s COVID-19 Action Initiative, and when you buy two masks from the American Lung Association, two masks will be given to someone in need.
Firefighter calendar: Our mission hits close to home with firefighters because of their increased susceptibility to lung disease, including lung cancer due to exposure of gases, chemicals and smoke in the line of duty. Celebrate our most dedicated supporters and their participation in our Fight For Air Climbs with a purchase of a 2021 American Lung Association Firefighter Calendar. Firefighters from New York, Boston and around the country are featured in this year’s calendar and proceeds will support their efforts to raise money for lung health education, advocacy and research. Give the gift of a smoke free future. About 70% of adult smokers want to quit, and more than 50% will try in the next year, but less than 10% will be successful without the right support. Smoking is an addiction and quitting is difficult. But the American Lung Association’s Freedom From Smoking has helped hundreds of thousands of people quit for
good. This year, give the gift of a smokefree future to someone you love by purchasing a one-year membership to the online quit smoking program. “While the 2020 holiday season might not be what you imagined, consider gifts from the Lung Association that are fun and unique – and also give back,” said Paula DePlanche, local leadership board member of the American Lung Association in Maine. “More than 36 million people are living with a lung disease, making many of them more susceptible to severe complications from COVID-19. By giving a gift from the Lung Association, you can support our most vulnerable when they need it the most.” An easy way to support the Lung Association as you do your holiday shopping online this year -. simply select the American Lung Association as your favorite charity on eBay and AmazonSmile. You can also donate directly to the Lung Association through Alexa or www.lung.org.
Legislative Caucus on Aging Holds First Meeting STATEWIDE This week, more than 40 Legislative leaders met to hear about the national Reframing Aging Initiative that is helping to address age-related bias and discrimination, especially during COVID-19. The presenter was Patricia D’Antonio, Gerontological Society of America’s Vice President of Professional Affairs. They also discussed legislative initiatives that will be introduced to support healthy aging in Maine. The 130th Legislative Caucus on Aging is led by Senators Marianne Moore and Eloise Vitelli and Representatives Jessica Fay and William Tuell. “Mainers have always found opportunity in the challenges of the day,” said Representative Jessica Fay of Raymond. “As we are living longer than ever before, we have an opportunity to reimagine our homes and communities so that they work for all of us at any age. Our Caucus will highlight the opportunities of the Longevity Era and legislative solutions that can help us all live healthy, productive, and secure lives as we age.” “We’ve found solutions to tough problems in the past, but only when we’re working together,” said Representative William Tuell of East Machias. “Our Caucus will bring legislators from
all parts of the State together to focus on tough challenges. If we can find solutions we can all agree on and that work in every part of Maine, everyone will win.” “We hear constantly from our older constituents that they need help with things like housing, finding a home care worker or getting more caregiver support,” said Senator Eloise Vitelli of Arrowsic. “Legislators come to the Caucus ready to solve these, and many other challenges facing older Mainers and our Caucus creates a forum to find the right solutions.” “We have an opportunity to improve the quality of life for older Mainers by working together on a wide range of issues,” said Senator Marianne Moore of Calais. “We have to find ways to make it easier for people to stay connected and safe while they age, with access to the quality care they need, whether at home or in a long term care setting.” The Caucus will meet virtually on the second Monday of each month (January 11 next), staffed by the Maine Council on Aging. Email Jess Maurer at jmaurer@mainecouncilonaging. org or call 207-592-9972 for additional information.
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Call Center to Support People Testing COVID-19 Positive AUGUSTA The Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) announced that 17 call center specialists will join the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide notification and sup-
port for people newly testing positive for COVID-19. This is part of a comprehensive plan to adapt Maine’s response to best contain the spread of coronavirus in light of the surge in cases in the state. The team from the DHHS Call Center, who currently
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for COVID-19 at the State lab or other labs and who are not otherwise prioritized for investigation by Maine CDC. This call center team will provide basic information and answers on how to isolate and where to go for help as needed. In light of the significant increase in COVID-19 cases, starting today, Maine CDC is focusing case investigation and contact tracing for people at greater risk of contracting or spreading the disease. All other cases will get a call from the DHHS Call Center. Maine CDC will continue to conduct case investigations of the following groups: Persons age 18 and younger; Persons age 65 and older; Persons who are hospitalized; Persons identified on the lab report as a minority; Persons identified as having a disability; Persons identified on the lab report as a health care worker or first responder; Persons known to be living or working in congregate settings including Healthcare facilities, Nursing facilities, Homeless shelters, Group homes, Correctional facilities and Individuals known to be associated with schools or child care facilities. In the past week, the average daily number of cases of COVID-19 has risen from 168 to 291. Maine’s seven-day positivity rate has also risen from 3.96% to 4.72%. Maine CDC currently has 135 people conducting case investigation and contract tracing. Over 30 new case investigators and 50 new contact tracers are in training and expected to become active in the next month. Some
of these workers are redeployed temporarily from other parts of DHHS and State government or the National Guard. The Call Center has a total of 45 workers, with 17 redeploying this week and the remainder being trained to help as contact tracers or case notifiers as needed for the short-term as Maine CDC brings on new people. The Maine Department of Education has also coordinated with Maine CDC to deploy a cadre of nurses for school-specific contact tracing. The need for extra support comes as Maine CDC faces a significant backlog of test results for the first time since the pandemic began due to the recent surge in cases. Maine CDC is receiving a high volume of positive test results from the State lab and other labs, leading to delays in the next step in the process of assigning positive results to case investigators. In the coming days, the case count will significantly increase as 4,500 positive test results from November 30 to December 6 are reviewed to determine if they are new cases. Not all positive tests become a new case, as some are from people who test positive more than once and others are out-of-state residents whose results are reported to their state of residence. The additional support will help to alleviate this backlog and ensure that people diagnosed with COVID-19 have information about how to avoid spreading the disease to others and get any support they need to stay in isolation.
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Selling fake vaccines and other treatments is likely only one of many ways scammers will try to cash in on the vaccine release. Watch out for phishing messages attempting to trick you into sharing your passwords and personal information. Con artists have already impersonated the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) in phishing emails that claim to have news about the disease. BBB has also seen an increase in scams using robocalls to impersonate government officials. How to Spot a Vaccine Con: Research caref ully: Scammers are very creative, so be skeptical of anything that See SCAM page 29...
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Health & Fitness Governor Encourages Use of Health Insurance Options AUGUSTA Governor Mills joined with governors across the country in declaring December 10 as Get Covered Day in an unprecedented national push to promote health insurance coverage in the midst of the pandemic. A bipartisan group of 15 states have joined with provider, patient and consumer groups, and celebrity ambassadors to spread the word that December 15 is the final day to sign up for a plan through www.healthcare.gov. Governor Mills also released a video message to Maine people about the importance of being protected by health insurance. “If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s the importance of being prepared for the unexpected,” said Governor Mills. “Even if you’re not sure how much health care you’ll need next year, or if you’re expecting to find a new job with benefits soon, don’t miss this opportunity to sign up. Spread the word to your family, friends, and neighbors too – especially if they’ve been hit hard in this difficult year and have lost their health insurance. Open enrollment on www.healthcare.gov began on November 1. Most Maine people shopping through www.healthcare.gov can pay
School Meal Program Extended WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) decision to extend child nutrition program flexibilities, including access to free meals, through the end of June 2021, regardless of whether inschool learning is available. In Maine, 82,000 children rely on free and reducedpriced lunch programs during the school year, and the pandemic has only exacerbated food needs across the state. Last month, the USDA extended access to free meals through the end of December, and the latest decision by USDA ensures this vital nutrition program will be available for the remainder of the school year. “This important extension will ensure children continue to have access to free meals, regardless of whether they are learning in the classroom or virtually,” said Senator Collins.
less than $75 a month for health coverage in 2021, according to federal data released earlier this fall. Sixty percent of Maine www.healthcare.gov customers qualify for a plan costing under $75 a month, while 40 percent can pay under $10 a month. The average individual market health insurance premium in Maine will be 13 percent lower next year. Maine is one of four states where average premiums are dropping more than 10 percent from 2020 to 2021 – the third year in a row of premium declines in Maine. “Even if you’ve applied for coverage before, it’s worth taking another look, especially if the COVID-19 pandemic has affected your job or income,” said Health and Human Services Commissioner Jeanne Lambrew. “Don’t wait to explore your options. Many people qualify for financial help to make premiums
and out-of-pocket costs more affordable.” For those who qualify for MaineCare, coverage can even be free. If you’re not sure what coverage you qualify for, visit www.coverme.gov to learn more about affordable options through both MaineCare and www. healthcare.gov. Organizations around the state are also providing application assistance via telephone and virtual appointments to answer questions or guide people through the application process. A directory can be found at www.coverme.gov/ help, or people can call the Consumers for Affordable Health Care Help Line directly at 1-800965-7476. Last year, roughly 107,000 or 8 percent of Maine residents were uninsured. People with income between 139 and 400 percent of the federal poverty level (under $51,040 for a single
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Pushing for Unemployment De-Escalation Benefits During Holiday Season Training to Diffuse WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME) and 30 Senate colleagues urged Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to include an extension of two critical financial lifelines for Americans affected by the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic in the next relief package. In the letter, the Senators pushed for the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) and the Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) program to be extended with additional weeks of eligibility for workers, noting that approximately 4.4 million workers will have already run out of benefits by the end of the year, with millions more exhausting their benefits next year. This includes workers in the service and arts sectors, among other industries who continue to struggle nearly nine months into the pandemic. This is the latest push from
Senator King to keep this lifeline available for millions of Americans as the pandemic stretches into the winter; he was part of a bipartisan group of Senators proposing a coronavirus relief plan that would provide $180 billion in additional unemployment insurance. “As the virus surges going into the winter months, the loss of benefits at this time is particularly cruel. A recent report from The Century Foundation suggests that nearly 12 million workers could lose coverage once these programs expire over the holiday. In other words, roughly 12 million American workers will lose benefits this season for a job they lost through no fault of their own,” wrote the Senators. “For many, the knowledge of this benefits cliff will hang over them while they celebrate Christmas morning, share a meal for Christmas dinner, or observe other holidays with their families in the middle of what has already been a difficult and tragic year. Those who
are socially distancing from their families for their safety as well as the nation’s overall public health will likely experience this loss of federal financial assistance entirely alone.” Currently, the PUA program – which provides unemployment assistance to domestic workers, freelance workers, contractors, and other workers in alternative work arrangements – and the PEUC program – which temporarily provides a 13-week extension of benefits for those whose regular unemployment benefits have expired but are still struggling to find employment during the pandemic – are set to expire on December 26, just one day after Christmas. Unfortunately, these programs are as vital as ever right now, with the nation facing more than five times the number of COVID-19 cases as in the spring, and with more than twice the number of Americans participating in these programs as in the regular state unemployment system.
Moving Forward Business Survey STATEWIDE The Maine Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (MACCE), in partnership with the Maine State Chamber of Commerce, and the Maine Tourism Association (MTA), have created the following survey for Maine business leaders called the 2021 Moving Forward Business Survey which can be found online at www.surveymonkey.com/r/ ZR9N6B8. The goal of this survey is to capture the thoughts, concerns and ideas from small, medium and large businesses in Maine,
in order to get a full picture view at where they stand heading into a new year. This survey will give us critical insights into the state of business in Maine as it currently stands, and should also capture a collective outlook for what is needed to help businesses succeed, and how business owners think we can get there. The timing and intent of this survey is to produce a full report in the early weeks of January that can be shared with the incoming State Legislature to say, ‘this is what the businesses of Maine are saying they need right now.’ It will be an essential tool
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WASHINGTON, D.C. Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-ME) announced the Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI) will receive $1,274,908 from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to prepare Maine’s fisheries for climate change. “Climate change poses immense challenges for our fishing industries, which are the backbones for our coastal communities in Maine. As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I will continue to prioritize funding for NOAA to keep up their groundbreaking research on the effects of the climate crisis on the Gulf of Maine. With the help of NOAA, GMRI will be able to provide meaningful resilience for our coastal communities and
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Theodore “Heck” Bardsley, 100 YORK – Theodore “Heck” Bardsley, formerly from Lincoln, MA, passed-away on November 25, 2020. Heck spent his last 15 years as a full-time resident having summered in York for 60 plus years. He was born 100 years ago in Waltham, MA, on February 9, 1920. He was fifth of the 13 children of Emily and Harold Bardsley. He graduated from Waltham Tech School. He was an expert Heli-arc welding specialist. He was the first man to weld on a live reactor while at full capacity at M.I.T. in the early 1960’s. A Proud Veteran of World War II, “Heck” Bardsley was a T-4 Sergeant, Lightning Division and in charge of the regiment motor pool. He was the last to cross the Ludendorff Bridge at Remagen. He was one of the eight Bardsley Brothers – eight went into the army and all eight returned home! This is a historical Military record. He remained a member of The American Legion, Post 56 in York. We all joked as a family that he was a mad inventor with almost any materials. He made many things from scrap metal, aluminum, silver plate utensils, bitter/sweet vines for canes and walking sticks. His welding skills with titanium and exotic high strength stainless steel are legendary. His go-cart made of stainless steel is in the archived warehouse for Smithsonian Museum of Nat-
ural History because of the perfect welds on the cart. He still has things on the moon landing sites that he welded! He is survived by his loving wife Dorie, son David and his wife Mary Jo, and a very large extended family. At this time there will be no services, wake, or funeral. In the future we may have a gathering in his honor. For updates, visit www.lucaseatonfuneralhome. com. • • • • • • • • • •
Ward I. Cornell, 64 YORK – Ward I. Cornell of Cider Hill Road passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. He was born June 15, 1956 in Newton, MA, son of Gay (Weaver) Cornell and the late Ten Broeck Cornell. He graduated from York High School in 1975. He was the co-owner and operator of Cider Hill Greenhouses. Prior to that he worked for Novel Iron Works in Greenland, NH, and for Zach’s Farm in York. He was one of the first volunteer’s with the York Ambulance Association. Besides his mother, he leaves his wife of 33 years, Anne B. Cornell; two sons, Mark Burrell with wife Aimee of Wheeler, TX, and David Burrell with wife Amy of Stratham, NH; grandchildren, Joshua, Dan, Ashley, Bentley, Bryan, Kylee, and Ely; greatgrandchild Gabriel. Funeral services will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Visit www.lucaseatonfuneralhome.com.
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Candy was President of the Berwick Academy Parents’ Association, where she enhanced the lives of many children. From her earliest days, she had a great love of children. Candy also enjoyed spending time with her family, enjoying winters in North Conway. She loved getting together with her very dear friends for “knit night”, “ladies’ lunch”, and evenings on the porch. She was truly a sweet, kind, wonderful person and will be dearly missed by many. Candy is survived by Richard, her husband of 50 years, their son Jeffrey, and numerous cousins and other relatives. The family would like to especially thank the staff at Evolve at Rye for the compassionate care and support they provided her. They have truly been a blessing to everyone. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 North Michigan Ave, Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601. Please designate for research. Funeral services will be held at a later date. Visit www.lucaseatonfuneralhome.com.
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Angela Mastrella is Argentum Hero Award Winner WELLS Each year Argentum Senior Living, a national organization dedicated to providing resources, advocacy, education and innovation in Senior Living, presents awards to those working in the industry. This year, local Program Director, Angela Mastrella, from the Avita of Wells memory care community in Wells, received the Argentum Hero Award! This award recognizes those who demonstrate the highest level of excellence, care and dedication. Mastrella was honored with this award for her dedica-
tion to bringing intergenerational programs into Avita of Wells. Working with Wells Elementary, Junior High and High School, Angela has created programs that bridge the gap between generations promoting a better understanding and encouraging friendship. These programs include Senior Buddy, Lunch Bunch, Musical Generations and Pathway to Generations, allowing a safe and encouraging environment for people of all ages to come together and enjoy conversation, meals, music and more – She is a wonderful member and asset to the community!
27 Years and Counting for Table of Plenty BERWICK What started as a community meal on Wednesdays in Berwick close to 27 years ago by the Table of Plenty, on a night when the power was lost, by some folks looking to help feed their neighbors in need, has continued through this pandemic and is needed now more than ever. Each week from 4:305:30 p.m. more than 115 guests come to the doors of the Berwick United Methodist Church seeking a nutritious, hot meal where they are warmly greeted by a small group of dedicated volunteers who have safely and lovingly prepared and packaged a meal to take. The same sight can be found on Thursdays in Kittery at St. Raphael’s Church where close to 70 guests drive up to receive a meal. And these days, due to the pandemic, many more of the guests coming to the Table of Plenty find themselves homeless, isolated or living in their cars. Many are families unemployed for the first time, many are isolated seniors unable to share a meal and fellowship with their families or friends. They come in their cars, they walk up or ride their bikes for the opportunity to have a meal they don’t have to prepare, shop or think about… just enjoy. Unlike a food pantry where you often have to qualify to receive food or carry food that is canned and packaged, The Table of Plenty is where all are welcome and offered a complete, delicious meal made with fresh, unprocessed ingredients. Guests travel from Somerworth, Rochester and Rollinsford, NH, as well as the surrounding communities of the Berwicks, Eliot, York and Kittery to enjoy meals each week.
York County Sherriff’s Office Welcomes New Deputy YORK COUNTY On November 17, the York County Sheriff’s Office welcomed its newest deputy, Miranda Rose Dudley. Miranda graduated from Orono High School and attended Bryan University. In 2016 she entered the Army National Guard where she received training as a military police officer. She served in Guantanamo Bay for nine months as a Detention Operations Specialist. In 2017 she joined the ranks of the Sheriff’s Office as a corrections officer and transferred to police services in mid- 2020. When the Maine Criminal Justice Academy resumes opera-
tions, she will attend the academy for 14 weeks of civilian police training.
“Boxes of Joy” Help Children in Need
In March when the pandemic was starting to become more real, the sites started offering a take home meal to secure the health and well being of those attending and the all-volunteer crews. Once Governor Mills issued a stay-at-home order, the sites suspended meal service for six weeks. In May, as the pandemic concerns seemed better understood, measures were taken to ensure the safety for all. Table of Plenty reestablished take home meal service but with new guidelines for volunteers and guests. A minimal continuous group of volunteers prepare and package meals, all wearing masks and gloves. Guests requesting a meal also need to wear a mask even if they walk up or drive in their cars. And the outreach of the community has helped during this challenging time. Girl Scout Troop 113 did a food drive, Somersworth High School shared food they had collected and several local churches and organizations have helped with donations. Local businesses including Fogarty’s and the Catered Event in South Berwick, Cat-N-Nine Tails in Cape Neddick, Weathervane Restaurant and Beach Pea in Kittery, Tuscan Market in Portsmouth, NH, and York Hospital have either donated or
allowed Table of Plenty to purchase through their vendors food and packaging to help reduce the cost. With the ever increasing number of guests and the added stress of preparing meals as take homes comes higher food costs, concerns of safety and security for volunteers and guests and the unbudgeted cost of packaging. The cost to prepare meals has more than doubled due to higher food costs, higher volume of guests and food packaging. The organizations that usually do fundraisers to help charities like the Table of Plenty are challenged with not being able to host these events due to the pandemic. Local businesses are challenged themselves with restaurant guests staying home, more unemployed unable to shop from the small, local businesses and many individuals who typically donate need to use their donations to charity to secure the safety and well being of their own homes and families. If you’d like to help the Table of Plenty, the best way is with a financial donation. Please make checks payable to the Table of Plenty and mail to PO Box 232 Berwick, ME 03901. Questions can be emailed to tableofplentywebsite@gmail.com or call Board President Diana Marzinzik at 207-517-7000.
WELLS In November, 302 shoeboxes, safely packed away in larger boxes, were loaded onto a truck at St. Mary Church in Wells and shipped to Florida. Inside the boxes were gifts for children that represented hope and the promise of making Christmas a little bit brighter for the recipients “The shoeboxes full of gifts will be sent to children in need in poor areas of Central America and the Caribbean,” said Carolyn Houston, director of faith for...TRICKS from page 13 any complaints. Make sure the company has legitimate customer service contact information (not just a form you have to fill out and hope for a response) and clear return and refund policies as well. Avoid impulse buying. Scammers like to draw people in with “flash sales” and “limited time offers” in hopes you will hand over your money on impulse. Resist the urge. Don’t believe prices that are too good to be true. Before you start shopping, find out the price of the gaming console at a major retailer. You can check prices online to get a general idea of what the console is selling for. Keep that price in mind as you shop and be wary of sellers who offer the product at a steeply discounted price. You could end up spending money on a defective or counterfeit product, or no product at all! For more holiday tips, check out www.bbb.org.
mation at Holy Spirit Parish (St. Martha Church, Kennebunk; St. Mary Church, Wells; All Saints Church, Ogunquit). “Many thanks to all of the volunteers who helped make this drive possible. Many hands do make light work!” Boxes of Joy is an initiative of the parish that helps to provide gifts to children who have never received Christmas presents before. Individuals and families in the parish and wider community filled a shoebox or shoeboxes with gifts and marked the box for a boy or a girl and the approximate age. Then, they simply dropped off the boxes at a parish church. The success of the program in recent years inspired others nearby to join in the kindness. “One of younger parishioners, Colby White, helped us get 71 boxes filled from Cheverus High School in Portland,” said Houston. “The Parish of the Ascension of the Lord in Kittery also filled 70 boxes.” “By packing Boxes of Joy with toys and other gifts, participants bless children suffering from extreme poverty by sharing the joy of Christmas and planting seeds of hope,” said Lisa White, one of the organizers of the project at Holy Spirit Parish. Thanks to Cross Catholic Outreach, all the boxes will be delivered to children in need living in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, and Guatemala to spread joy and mercy at Christmas time. If you would still like to make a donation, visit www. crosscatholic.org/donate.
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WELLS Miso is a frightened feral calico transferred from midcoast Maine. She and her 4 feral kittens settled into Safe Haven’s farmhouse at Cattail Farm. She was fearful and like all good mamas, she guarded her kittens. She ran the show and we all kept our respectful distance. We worked with her as carefully as we could without stressing out her or her darling 12-week-old kittens. On August 10, Miso stunned us all. She left a surprise in a cardboard box in her cat room/nursery. Eight more wee little kittens snuggled at her belly nursing. This small, shy calico was now a mother to a total of 12 kittens! They all adored her and wanted her company but we worried that Miso wouldn’t have enough milk to nurse them all. What we learned, yet again, is that Mother Nature knows best. Miso managed to care for all the new kittens and we never had to step in. Now, these kittens are ready for adoption. We named them “Miso’s Muppets” and each one is named after a muppet. We did that early, and some names are odd. For example, Miss Piggy turned out to be a boy. The kittens are orange, orange/white, and black. They are adorable, precious and will be adopted in pairs. We are very respectful of Miso and don’t want her to lose all her babies, so she’ll keep two, and the trio will go home together with some very lucky person. Miso will need more time and love to feel safe and confident around humans, so we’re letting her and her two remaining kittens remain as Cattail kitties until she is ready for a home, either with or without her kittens. It’ll be her choice. Meanwhile, if you live in a safe, stable, quiet home and are interested in adopting a pair of Miso’s kittens, please fill out an adoption application at www. safehavenhumanesociety.org. Mention you’re interested in the muppets and we’ll be in touch or you can call Joyce at 207-2298314. Thank you.
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Our shelter/adoption center at 1420 Post Road, next to the Wells Public Library, is open by appointment for showing kitties. You can reach them by calling 207-646-1611. Our Cattail Thrift Vintage Antique Shop at 1784 is open 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday-Sunday. Donations can be dropped off only on Saturdays 12-3 p.m. Our IGA plaza thrift shop, 1517 Post Road in Wells, will have another fun “Fill a bag for $5 or a bigger bag for $10 Sale” this Saturday, December 19, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Shoppers come in, grab a bag, and rummage through boxes and shelves to fill bags to overflowing! It’s a great way to let your children shop, because $5 goes a long way and it’s lots of fun.
BBB Warns of Online Puppy Scams NATIONWIDE The pandemic has dramatically increased demand for pets as people seek adding a pet to the family to ease the loneliness and tension of prolonged time at home. Many feel that they now have more time to train a puppy. With this rising demand has come a spike in pet scams, in which an online search ends with a wouldbe pet owner paying hundreds of dollars or more to purchase a pet that ultimately doesn’t exist. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises extreme caution when shopping for a pet online, especially in light of scammers’ evolving tactics. Soon after cities and states began to impose tighter restrictions to curb the spread of COVID-19, BBB Scam Tracker saw a spike in pet fraud reports, with nearly 4,000 reports received in 2020 from the U.S. and Canada. Data from BBB Scam Tracker shows more reports about fraudulent pet websites in April than in the first three months of the year combined. The COVID19 bump is continuing into the holiday season, with consumers reporting 337 complaints to BBB about puppy scams in November
Animal Welfare Society KENNEBUNK The Animal Welfare Society (AWS) is pleased to announce that, for the eighth consecutive year, it has been awarded the highest ranking by Charity Navigator. Receiving four out of a possible four stars indicates AWS demonstrates strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency while executing its mission with responsible governance and commitment to best practices. According to Michael Thatcher, CEO of Charity Navigator, “Attaining a four-star rating verifies that Animal Welfare Society exceeds industry standards and outperforms most charities in [its] area of work. Only 5% of the charities we evaluate have received at least eight consecutive four-star evaluations, indicating that Animal Welfare Society outperforms most other charities in America. This exceptional designation from Charity Navigator sets Animal Welfare Society apart from its peers and demonstrates
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to the public its trustworthiness.” AWS joins only two dozen non-profits in the state of Maine to be named four-star charities this year, and one of only four in the state that have held the award consistently for nearly a decade. Among animal-related nonprofits in New England, AWS continues to be a regional leader, as one of only two to achieve this designation for eight or more consecutive years. “We are thrilled to once again receive Charity Navigator’s highest rating,” exclaims Abigail Smith, AWS Executive Director. “We work hard to achieve this designation so that our donors, supporters and those that we serve can have confidence in the integrity of our organization and be assured we deliver the highest quality care and services to the pets and people in our community.” The Animal Welfare Society cares for more than 11,000 pets – and the people who love them – each year. To learn more about AWS or to support its mission, visit animalwelfaresociety. org. The Animal Welfare Society, a non-profit organization, exists to provide humane shelter and care to companion
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2020, a dramatic increase from 77 for the same month in 2019. The median loss reported to Scam Tracker in 2020 is $750. Those aged 35-55 accounted for half of BBB reports in 2020. Law enforcement and consumer advocates now say a person searching online for a new pet is extremely likely to encounter a scam listing or website. The pandemic has given scammers a new tool in their arsenal. Scam Tracker reports show that many fraudsters are telling would-be pet owners they cannot meet the animals before sending money. Petscams.com, which tracks and exposes these scams, recommends using another tool popularized by COVID-19 – video conferencing – to meet the animal and owner virtually before buying as a way of reducing scam vulnerability. “COVID-19 has made for a long and uncertain year, and a ‘quarantine puppy’ or other pet has proven to be a comfort for many people, but it also has created fertile ground for fraudsters,” said Michelle L. Corey, BBB St. Louis president and CEO. “People currently shopping for pets online are prime targets for fraudsters trolling the internet looking for want-to-be pet owners. Knowing the red flags associated with this scam can help consumers avoid heartache and losing their money.” At the current pace, pet scams reported to BBB will be nearly five times as many as in 2017, when BBB published its first animals temporarily in need of housing, to assist in disaster response and to further the cause of responsible animal adoption and ownership through education and public awareness. For more information, contact Abigail Smith, Executive Director at 207-985-3244 ext. 106 or Stephanie Kelley, Marketing Communication Manager at 207-9853244 ext. 130.
in-depth investigative study on pet scams. The projected dollar loss from these scams is expected to top $3 million, more than six times the total losses reported in 2017. According to the Canadian Antifraud Centre (CAFC), complaints about pet frauds reported to them have also increased by a third since 2017.
Emma’s Angels NORTH BERWICK We have a very special girl who needs a home. This is Natty and she is a sweet, submissive Pittie girl who was horribly neglected in Louisiana. She is a beautiful brindle color, spayed and up to date on her shots. Natty is looking for a quiet home with adults to heal herself. We are putting weight on her and getting healthy for her new pet parents. A perfect home would be adults who are home a lot and can give her the love she craves. If you would like to meet this precious girl, call 207-676-5599. She will be available for meet and greets starting December 21. A home for Christmas would be wonderful! Emma’s Angels Rescue is an all-volunteer non-profit organization right here in North Berwick. We would like to take a moment and thank everyone for their donations, food and monetary. We couldn’t keep going without you!
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~ News & Sports ~ ...MERRIFIELD from page 23 (Smith) Merrifield. Jeffrey graduated from Wells High School and attended the University of Southern Maine. He worked for many years in home construction and as a property manager. An avid animal lover with a big heart, there was no stray Jeffrey would not take in, and he was always there to help others in need. He loved tending his summer garden and had extensive knowledge of nature and the outdoors. As a skilled outdoorsman, Jeffrey enjoyed teaching his younger siblings and cousins how to build boats and tree forts, catch lobsters, canoe down the marsh, raft through the ocean and navigate the woods. Those who had the pleasure of being a part of his life will greatly miss his generous, contagious, and adventurous spirit. Jeffrey is survived by his father Richard Merrifield; and two siblings, Lesley Merrifield-Jacobs and Nathan “Joe” Merrifield. His mother Rosalyn Merrifield and brother Peter Merrifield preceded him in death. A celebration of his life will take place later. For the complete obituary, please visit www.bibberfuneral.com. • • • • • • • • • •
John P. Williams, Jr., 80 YORK – John P. Williams, Jr., a long-time resident of York, passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020 surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer. He was born in York on April 11, 1940 a son of the late John P. and Elaine (Hasty) Williams Sr. of Ogunquit.
He graduated from Wells High School in 1958 and Gorham State Teacher’s College (now USM) in 1962 with a B.S. Degree in Secondary Education. He later taught Science and Social Studies in Sabattus, Seabrook, NH, and Woodstock, CT. Drafted into the Military in 1963, he became the Educational Petty Officer of his unit at Great Lakes Naval Training Center in Great Lakes, IL, and was later voted the honor man of his company. He was on active duty for three years, serving aboard the destroyer U.S.S. Bache stationed in Norfolk, VA. His ship was deployed to many foreign parts around the world, from Cuba to Hong Kong, India and the Middle East with a tour of duty in Da Nang and Mekong Delta in Vietnam. After completing active duty, he spent three years in the Naval Reserves aboard the U.S.S. Tills along the Eastern Coast of the United States. Upon receiving Honorable Discharge from the Navy, he soon became the owner of the Sands Motel in York Beach for several years in the early seventies. In the following years he was involved in several businesses throughout Maine and New Hampshire, including the manager/foreman of Timberland Shoe Company until retiring due
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to declining health. John or Jack as he was called by family and friends, enjoyed growing up in his hometown of Ogunquit and would often recount stories of all the local characters he met while working many summers at Beach Plum Farm. He had a wealth of knowledge about historical events that happened around the area and loved informing others of the local folklore. A lover of nature he liked nothing better than walking in the woods observing all creatures great and small. He was a local character in many ways, from his detailed memory of family history to his endless stories, interspersed with his own brand of humor and wit, providing much laughter and fond memories for family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Joanne; son Benjamin H. Williams and his wife Kelly of Epping, NH; brother James H. Williams and his wife Meredith of York; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Shepherd Food Bank or to a charity of ones choice. Visit www.lucaseatonfuneralhome.com. ...SCAM from page 20 seems too good – or crazy – to be true. Double check any information about the vaccine with official news sources. And be aware that none of the vaccines can be currently purchased online or in stores. Check with your doctor: If you want a vaccine early, reach out to your healthcare provider about your options. If you don’t have a primary care physician, check out the official website of your local health department for more information Ignore calls for immediate action. While you may want to be first in line for the vaccine, don’t let that sense of urgency cloud your judgment. Scammers try to get you to act before you think. Don’t fall for it. Think the link may be real? Double check the URL.Scammers often buy official-looking URLs to use in their cons. Be careful that the link is really what it pretends to be. If the message alleges to come from the local government, make sure the URL ends in .gov (for the United States) or .ca (for Canada). When in doubt, perform a separate internet search for the website. Read more about coronavirus scams on the Federal Trade Commission’s website, www.consumer.ftc.gov If you’ve spotted a scam (whether or not you’ve lost money), report it to BBB Scam Tracker at www.bbb. org/ScamTracker.
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A New Year of Hunting and Fishing is Just Around the Corner! STATEWIDE With over 17 million acres of forested land, 6,000 lakes and ponds and 32,000 miles of rivers and streams, the state of Maine offers a wide range of hunting and fishing opportunities. To help outdoorsmen get their licenses, 2021 hunting and fishing licenses are now available for purchase online at https://moses.informe.org/cgibin/online/moses_v3/index or at any of the more than 800 licensing agents statewide. By purchasing a license each year, support can continue for Maine’s fish and wildlife management efforts. To make annual license purchase even easier, licensees can opt into EZ Renew when
purchasing a license online as it includes an option to select a convenient date to receive an email reminder that links to licensee’s history, personal info, and payment details that can be updated if need be at the time of renewal. A Maine lifetime license, which can be purchased for yourself or as a gift, allows the bearer to fish, trap, and/or hunt for their lifetime, regardless of where they live in the future. Youth lifetime licenses can be purchased for both residents and non-residents ages 15 and under. Maine resident senior lifetime licenses are available starting at age 65. To learn more, go to www. mefishwildlife.com.
Is Pain or Procrastination Stopping Your Workout Plan? With everyone spending more time at home, a lot of people are making new exercise resolutions to try and stay in shape. But for many people, their resolve to get in shape fizzles before the snow melts. If you’re one of those with good intentions but poor follow through, there are ways to get back on track. “Many of us resolve to exercise more, but as with making other resolutions, we don’t create habits that last,” says Dr. Suhyun An (www.drsuhyunan.com), an expert on regenerative medicine and co-author of “Demystifying Stem Cells: A Real-Life Approach To Regenerative Medicine”. Dr. An says that once people commit to staying on a fitness plan, it’s important not to push too hard, which could cause pain and injury. Some pain may be manageable, though, and there are ways to address it between workouts in order to stay on track. She offers tips to help you stick with a workout plan as well as ways to prevent pain from sidelining you: How To Stick With It Create an action plan. If you’ve been a consistent couch potato, you might not want to set a goal to run a marathon in just a few weeks. So, create a sensible action plan that contains the steps you need to reach incremental goals, then bigger ones. “Making small goals at first and celebrating your success along the way enables you to build confidence and look forward to working out, rather than dreading it and skipping it,” Dr. An says. “Then, as you feel stronger, increase the duration and frequency of your workouts over time.” Create a support network. When you tell your family members, friends, and colleagues about your resolutions, you might find others who have set goals that align with yours. “These are
the people who can help hold you accountable and motivate you to succeed,” Dr. An says. “You might also inspire others through your actions. If you find exercise partners, you’ll reap the benefits of positive social experiences and inspiration.” Make small adjustments that add up. Waking up 30 minutes early to tackle a workout is great, but what if that doesn’t fit within your busy day? Schedule your workouts like you would schedule meetings and commit to sticking with them. “You can fit in mini-workouts throughout your day,” Dr. An says. “These may include walking up and down stairs, stretching or marching in place while you’re on the phone. Small changes lead to big results.” How To Address The Pain Massage. “From deep tissue work to more gentle techniques, massage can help you relax,” Dr. An says. “Its therapeutic benefits include relaxing muscles and sore tissues as well as easing chronic pain.” Physical therapy. “You’ll learn how to gently and effectively move and stretch your muscles while working to strengthen your joints,” she says. “Physical therapy can help the cause of your pain and may include exercises, stretching, or even water therapy that works your muscles in a pool.” Hot and cold therapy. “Heat from a heating pad, a hot bath, or other source boosts blood flow and allows muscles to relax,” Dr. An says. “Cold from ice or a cold pack slows circulation and reduces swelling, slowing the body’s ability to send pain messages.” “Don’t get discouraged,” Dr. An says. “We all have off days. It’s advisable to take days off from working out to rest or heal or if you’re not feeling well. You can emerge refreshed while reaffirming your commitment.”
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Notice is hereby given that a Petition for Pardon for PATRICK DOBSON who was convicted of the crimes CR 2013-00402 – DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ASSAULT & OBSTRUCTING REPORT OF CRIME is now pending before the Governor and a hearing will be conducted in the MAINE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS BOARD ROOM, 25 TYSON DRIVE, 3RD FLOOR in Augusta on THURSDAY, the 21st day of JANUARY 2021, at 9:00 o’clock A.M.
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A Financial Boost for Local Efforts to Address Sea Level Rise SACO Ten coastal Maine municipalities will become more resilient as a result of a new program funded by the National Coastal Resilience Fund. The towns of Scarborough, Kittery, York, Ogunquit, Wells, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Old Orchard Beach, along with cities of Biddeford and Saco, will collaborate with local land trusts, regional conservation organiza-
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tions and state natural resource agencies in this effort. The goal is for the region to be better prepared for impacts of storms and sea level rise. Southern Maine Planning and Development Commission (SMPDC) will work with partner organizations and the ten communities to identify land use strategies, adaptation measures, and nature-based solutions for making the region more resilient to coastal flooding. The grant and matching fund totals $266,000. It is funded by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and Na-
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tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The project leader is Abbie Sherwin, SMPDC Senior Planner and Coastal Resilience Coordinator. According to Sherwin, the two-year project kicks off in the spring. She says that while there could eventually be infrastructure based projects (such as elevating roads and expanding culverts), the effort will identify and address more immediate issues such as land use decisions, municipal policies, and land conservation efforts. Says Sherwin, “This is really about identifying vulnerabilities and tee-ing up high priority projects that will make the region more resilient to coastal flooding and climate change. This will also position the region to take advantage of future grants from the National Coastal Resilience Fund focused on implementation.” The program will focus on five activities: assessing resilience needs and socio-economic conditions; assessing coastal impacts and vulnerabilities; engaging stakeholders and creating a working group; identifying and prioritizing resilience strategies and projects; developing the plan. More than $37 million in new grants will come from the National Coastal Resilience Fund (NCRF) that will support coastal resilience projects in 25
states and U.S. territories. The grants will generate $55 million in matching contributions for a total conservation impact of $92 million. Southern Maine Planning and Development Commission (SMPDC) is a non-partisan nonprofit that cultivates thriving, sustainable communities and strengthens local governments by leading planning and economic development for 39 member towns in Southern Maine. The organization was founded in 1964 to provide technical expertise to municipalities in York, southern Oxford and Cumberland Counties. SMPDC offers a coordinated effort for land use, smart growth, resource management, environmental sustainability, and transportation planning. For more information, visit www.smpdc.org.
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