Community Chatter: Recommends handyman

To The Town Line:

Recently, I needed to have snow and ice removed from the roof of my home. I looked in The Town Line’s Business Card Bulletin Board and saw an ad for Handyman Henry. I called and made arrangements with the owner. They came, and cleaned my roof in less than a half hour. They were prompt, courteous, thorough and affordable. I would recommend them to anyone.

William H.
Waterville

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Community Chatter: Watch the cashiers/baggers

To The Town Line:

Please pay attention when checking out of a supermarket. I have had two occasions when I should have paid more attention. Because they try to get by with the minimal number of baggers, that, in my opinion, is what caused the problem. Back in December I was at Hannaford at JFK Mall, in Waterville. The checkout cashier began to process my groceries before the person in front of me had their bags filled and placed in the cart. When I arrived home, I had five items – that I had paid for – missing from my shopping bags. The store, to their credit, replaced all the items with no questions asked, but I had the inconvenience of having to return to the store.

This past weekend, again at the same store, the cashier started processing the items of the woman behind me before the bagger was finished with my order. Upon arriving home, I noticed two items in my bags that I had not picked up nor paid for. I’m sure upon arriving home, that woman realized she had two items missing. I know exactly how she felt. So, my word of advice: watch the baggers and the cashier when checking out.

Dave C.
Vassalboro

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Obituaries, Week of February 22, 2018

VIRGINIA A. VEILLEUX

OAKLAND – Virginia A. Veilleux, 75, of Oakland, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2018, at Glenridge Nursing Home, following a long battle with dementia. She was born in Waterville, the daughter of Alton and Yvonne Pomerleau Wilbur.

She was educated in Waterville schools. She worked at Fort Halifax Packing, in Winslow, and then became a stay-at-home mom. She loved knitting, crocheting, dancing, beano and spending time with family and friends.

She was predeceased by her parents; daughter Victoria Reid; brother Keith Wilbur; and grandson Paul Caret.

She is survived by her husband, Gerald, of Oakland; sons Brian Reid, of South Carolina, Paul Reid Jr. and wife Loretta, ofSouth Carolina, daughter Sherill Reid and partner Norman Pelkey, of Waterville, Penny Goodale and husband John, of Vassalboro; sisters Diane Lane, of Oakland, Linda Rodrigue, and Donna Cayouette, both of Winslow; brothers Russell Wilbur, of Portland, Everett Wilbur, of Waterville; stepdaughter Vicki, of Windsor; stepsons Keith, of Fairfield, Paul, of Waterville; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

CATHERINE M. TRAYLOR

WINDSOR – Catherine (Cathy) M. Traylor, 84, of Windsor, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2018, at Maine Medical Center, in Portland. Cathy was born at home on October 25, 1933, in Bronx, New York, to the late Joseph and Grace (Enright) McCrain.

She worked several jobs while living in New York and New Jersey. Once she married and began her family, she chose to be a stay at home mom.

Upon moving to Maine in 1984 she worked as a custodian for many years at Windsor Elementary School. She built lasting relationships with the staff and community members. The students loved her dearly as she did them. They looked up to her and always appreciated her beautiful smiles and warm caring hugs. To this day the past students remember her and share their stories of her and how much they loved her.

Catherine was always there to lend a helping hand no matter what. She was a very beautiful person, inside and out. Her beautiful blue eyes stood out from across the room.

She enjoyed going to church, shopping at Wal-Mart, and watching TV. She absolutely adored her two cats, Pat and Cat, but more than anything she cherished her time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who she loved unconditionally.

Cathy was member of Saint Michael’s Parish, attending Saint Augustine’s Church.

She is survived by three sons, Robert Burns and his partner Karen McCarthy, of Windsor, Richard Burns and his wife Andrea, of Berwick, Patrick Burns, of Augusta; two daughters, Catherine Bell and her partner Douglas Medina, of Palermo, Therese Barrett and her partner Albert Knights Jr., of Vassalboro; three sisters, Lois Ozga, of Dumont, New Jersey, Patricia Stone and her husband Warren, of Ringe, New Hampshire, Dorothy Pierce, of Bronx, New York; two brothers, Joseph McCrain and his wife Joyce, of Coram, New York, Edward McCrain and his wife Mary, of Albertson, New York; two step-daughters, Gail Traylor-Garcia, of Tampa Bay, Florida and Cindy Traylor Housman, of Tom’s River, New Jersey; grandchildren, Kelly, Pamela, Michael, Keith, Christina, Nikole, Amber, Mollie, Richie, Allison, Nicole, Brad, Brooke, Katie, Nikki, Douglas, Matt, Austyn, Annika, and Michayla; several great grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Emmett Traylor; a daughter Grace Theresa Burns; three brothers, William McCrain. James McCrain and Thomas McCrain; three sisters, Eileen Baer, Grace Calvano and Joan McCrain; her all-time favorite son-in-law, Dick Bell; her step-daughter Gloria Traylor.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at Saint Augustine’s Church, of Saint Michael’s Parish, on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at 11 a.m. A celebration of Cathy’s life will follow at the American Legion Post 179, South China, Maine from 1 – 4 p.m.

MICHELLE D. HASKELL

ALBION – Michelle Dawn Haskell, 42, of Albion, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, at the Alfond Center for Health, MaineGeneral Medical Center, in Augusta. She was born October 1, 1975, the daughter of Mark Haskell and Jackie Lucier.

She was employed as animal control officer for the towns of Albion, Troy, Thorndike and Unity.

Michelle liked gardening and taking care of her garden.

Michelle is survived by her significant other Rickey Bragg, of Albion; daughter Maryah Fortin, of Fairfield; two sons, Jared Barter, of Albion, and Charles Ripley III, of Whitefield; brother David Bumford, of Augusta; sister Naomi Williams, of Alberta, Alabama; four grandchildren, Harlen, Kohen, Ella and Jaylynn.

An online guestbook may be signed and condolences expressed at www.gallantfh.com.

KATHERINE A. BOUCHER

FAIRFIELD – Katherine A. Boucher, 81, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2018, at her home. She was born March 1, 1936, the daughter of Edwin and Ethel Collier.

Katherine, “Kay,” graduated from Williams High School, in Oakland, in 1954. She was a devout member of Corpus Christi Parish, where she served as a Eucharistic minister at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, in Fairfield.

She will be remembered for her delicious Saturday lunches which she made so effortlessly, and she welcomed all who happened to walk through her kitchen door to join in on the lunch. She loved July 4, swimming, traveling, crossword puzzles, gardening and a good cup of tea.

Kay was an immeasurable source of strength, leadership, comfort, understanding and unconditional love, not only for her family, but for all those she held dear to her heart. Her strong will, deep faith, kindness, generosity and love for those around her will always be cherished and forever missed.

She was predeceased by her parents, and one brother, Timothy Collier; and by husbands Romeo Bureau, Norman Pellerin, and J. Alfred Boucher.

Kay is survived by seven sons, Marc Bureau and wife Amber, Scott Bureau and wife DeeDee, Paul Pellerin, David Pellerin and wife Robin, Jeffrey Pellerin and wife Robin, Donald Pellerin, and Andrew Pellerin and wife Leanne; two daughters, Lisa Bureau Smith and partner Andre Isabelle, and Noreen Howard and husband Lewis; 14 grandchildren; the Boucher family, Robert and wife Norma, Richard and wife Debbie, Karen Witham and husband Jeff, Donald and wife Lyndsey, Kathy Simpson and husband Steve; sister-in-law, Linda Collier; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

An online guestbook may be signed and condolences expressed at www.gallantfh.com.

Memorial donations may be made to the Alfond Cancer Center, 361 Old Belgrade Rd., Augusta, ME 04330.

ANTOINETTE B. ZEMRAK

WINSLOW – Antoinette “Toni” Zemrak, 85, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2018, at Oak Grove Nursing Home, in Waterville. She was born in Waterville on April 1, 1932, the daughter of Joseph Philip and Belzemire Veilleux.

Toni grew up and attended school in Winslow and graduated from Winslow High School in 1950. She and her husband of 65 years, Robert, were married on September 6, 1952, and together they had five children.

Toni worked at the Federal Trust Bank, in Waterville, for many years following high school. She then opened a daycare in her home and cared for hundreds of children for more than 20 years. After retiring from being a daycare provider, she opened Antoinette’s Bridal Boutique, on Main St., in Waterville. She ran the business until her full retirement.

Toni enjoyed traveling. After her husband’s retirement, they took 2-1/2 months to travel the country. She loved her many trips to California, New York City, Myrtle Beach, Florida and Hawaii. Her longest destination trip was to Japan.

Toni is survived by her husband Robert; children Gary and wife Brenda, Brian and wife Cathy, Laurie Levasseur and husband Jim, Vicki Harding and husband Jeff, and Derek and wife Kaori; nine grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter, 383 US Route One, Suite 3C, Scarborough, ME 04074

HATTIE BUMPS

CHINA – Hattie Bumps, 95, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018. Shewas born August 11, 1922, in Winslow, daughter of Harry W. McCaslin and Thelma (Green) McCaslin.

Hattie married Bernard J. Bumps, October 26, 1940, and they were married 35 years. They purchased the Old Bumps Homestead on Pleasant View Ridge Road where they ran a dairy farm with Bernard’s brother until the farm was sold in 1970.

Hattie chaired many seats while she was a member of the Silver Lake Grange, in China. She was a employee for years at Lipman Hatchery, in Winslow. Hattie was not a stranger to hard work as she and her family ran the farm while Bernard was enlisted in the military. She worked as a housekeeper for many years for many local residents of China.

Hattie can be remembered as a hard worker willing to help out any way possible. Hattie spent many of her days and nights crocheting dish cloths and blankets for her family and friends. She had a great appreciation and love of flowers and could be seen tending her gardens in the spring and summer each year, if you were lucky she would give you cuttings of her flowers to nurture in your own gardens.

Hattie was predeceased by her parents Harry and Thelma McCaslin, her husband Bernard J. Bumps, her daughter Nancy Bona and her ten siblings.

She is survived by her sister in-law Deloris McCaslin, her daughter, Elaine Hannan and her husband Sonny, of Weeks Mills, sons Arvide Bumps and wife Christa Bumps, of China, Joseph Bumps and his wife Cheryl Bumps, of Augusta, and her son in-law, Thomas Bona, of China; her grandchildren: Todd, Dennis, Tina, Heidi, Alisa, Trevy, Tomi, Tiffiny, Lindsey and Jasmine her eighteen great-grandchildren: Stephen, Elizabeth, AC, Dennis, Chynna, Ashley, Destynee, Jayde, Nicholas, Jordyn, Cameron, Brenden, Tedi, Jackson, Lucas, Bailey, Bella and Maddy; and three great-great grandchildren: Jayden, Rylee and Paityn. There are many aunts, nieces, nephews and cousin.

There will be a small family graveside service and burial in the spring. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.directcremationofmaine.com.

GEORGE L. DWELLEY

AUGUSTA – George L. Dwelley, 83, died Thursday, February 15, 2018, at the Maine Veterans Home following a long illness. He was born in Alexander on May 1, 1934, a son of the late Wayne and Ruth E. (Ferguson) Dwelley.

Mr. Dwelley was a graduate of Calais Memorial High School and Barrington University where he earned his bachelor’s degree.

He had been employed by Erskine Academy, in South China, for over 25 years and previously worked for many years at Winslow Junior High School.

Mr. Dwelley was an active member of the Blessed Advent Christian Church. He was an active outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. George ran canoe trips in northern Maine for many years.

He was pre-deceased by his brother, Aubrey Dwelley.

Mr. Dwelley is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mildred E. (Campbell) Dwelley, of Waterville; his son, David and Penny Dwelley, of Manchester; two daughters: Dianne and David Spurdle, of Temecula, California, and Donna and Paul Oxley, of Vassalboro; a sister-in-law, Lillian Dwelley, of East Machias; 10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

A graveside service with military honors will be held on Friday, April 20, at 2 p.m., at the new Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Mt. Vernon Rd., Augusta. A Celebration of Life will follow at the Family Life Center at the Blessed Advent Christian Church.

Those who desire may make donations to: Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter, 383 US Route One, Suite 2C, Scarborough, ME, 04074.

Condolences, photos and memories may be shared at www.plummerfh.com.

BRIAN L. ROY

WINSLOW – Brian L. Roy, 49, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 18, 2018, at Maine Medical Center, in Portland. He was born December 6, 1968, in Portland, the son of Alton and Helena (Green) Roy.

Brian had graduated with a diploma from Lawerence Adult Ed, in Fairfield. He was a member of the First United Pentecostal Church, of Augusta, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and raising chickens.

Brian is survived by, his significant other Pam Henderson and her two children Nick and Morgan, of Winslow, a son Dalton Roy, of Waterville, three daughters, Tisheena Foss and husband Justin, of Weston, Victoria Williams and husband Ben, of Weston, and Kasey Inman, of Waterville; mother, Helena Roy, of Waterville; father, Alton Roy Sr. and wife Yvette, of Clinton; two brothers, Roger Green and Alton Roy Jr. and wife MJ, of Skowhegan, two sister, Brenda Dodge and husband Daniel, of Canaan, Laurie Ann Roy, of Winslow; granddaughter, Aria Foss and grandson Chandler Foss, of Weston, along with nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his grandparents, Thomas and Gladys Green.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Brian’s memory to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, ME 04901.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan, ME 04976.

OTHERS DEPARTED

GABRIELLE L. MANSON, 102, of Waterville, formerly of Fairfield, Oakland and Unity, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2018, at Oak Grove Center, in Waterville. Locally, she is survived by son Parrish Manson and wife, Jessey, of Waterville, and daughter Pamela Manson, of Winslow.

EVA MAY NICHOLS, 71, of Skowhegan, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2018, at her home. Locally she is survived by daughters Shay Perryman and husband Kenny, of Oakland, and Ida Noonan and fiencé Jeremy Clement, of Vassalboro.

LORRAINE P. HAYDEN, 70, of Starks, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2018, at Sandy River Center, in Farmington. Locally, she is survived by daughters Katherine Casey, of Waterville, and Patricia Hayden and fiancé Errol Ireland, of Clinton; and grandchildren Cassandra Gaskey and husband Steve, Alex Casey, and Miriah Casey, all of Waterville, Zachary Casey, of Madison, Tifani Warren, of Skowehgan, and Natasha Warren, of East Benton.

Palermo residents speak up about Sheepscot fishway

Submitted by Lynda Pound, member of the Sheepscot Lake Association.

Alewives

Although a major snow storm was bearing down on Palermo, over a hundred town residents assembled in Augusta for a hearing on the bill L.D. 922 on February 7, before the Marine Resources Committee, in Augusta. This bill proposed that Marine Resources would take control of the dam on Sheepscot Lake from the Maine Department of Inland Fish and Wildlife in order to open the fishway to migratory fishes during the spawning season from April 15 to June 30. The fishes that would come up through the fishway would be alewives (to be used as bait fish for the lobster industry), Sea Lamprey, and American Eels. According the Andy Goode, of the Atlantic Salmon Federation, there would be no Salmon.

Testifying before the Marine Resources Committee were members of the Sheepscot Lake Association, a representative from the Palermo Select Board, many concerned citizens of Palermo, legislators and residents of Long Pond, and other concerned Maine citizens….most all in opposition to this bill.

The Sheepscot Lake Association and Palermo residents wanted legislators to know that they are profoundly against this opening for multiple reasons. These include threatened biosecurity of the fish rearing station from alewives entering the lake during spawning season, damage to the valuable self sustaining wild togue (lake trout) population, parasitic sea lamprey entering the lake during spawning season, and potential negative impact on the tax base of Palermo from fluctuating water levels.

Vehement opposition to this controversial bill was in clear evidence. Proponents of L.D. 922 made it clear that they did not think that there would be any problems with opening the fishway during spawning season. During testimony, it emerged that there have been no recent environmental impact studies done for Sheepscot Lake. Thus, it is not known how damaging this proposed opening would be, to either the lake or the fish rearing station. After hearing the lengthy testimony presented to them, the Marine Resources Committee members adjourned, having set a date for an upcoming workshop to vote on the bill.

On February 14, the committee reconvened to discuss L.D. 922. Much written testimony had been given to each legislator and a lively debate ensued. Proponents of the bill felt that opening the fishway during spawning season would not pose a significant risk to the fish rearing station, nor would it negatively impact the deep water fishery or the recreational use of the lake. Written testimony from the opposing side, the citizens of Palermo, contained specific information about past history with the fishway having been opened during spawning season in the era of the late ‘60s, and ‘70s. A proliferation of sea lamprey, who were unable to get out of the lake after spawning, attacked both salmon and togue. According to a written document from Inland Fish and Wildlife, deep water fish caught during this time were scarred with multiple wounds from sea lamprey. More information from Inland Fish and Wildlife outlined the high cost of equipment that would have to be installed in order to protect the rearing station from potential viruses and pathogens, if the alewives and sea lamprey were allowed to enter the lake. After much deliberation, the committee voted 8 – 4, ought to pass. At this point, the bill will be forwarded to the legislature for more debate and a vote.

It should be noted that the Maine Governor, Paul LePage, has written a letter to the Commissioners of Marine Resources and Inland Fish and Game asking them to keep the fishway as it is now, requesting that other bodies of water could be used for raising and harvesting alewives.

Give Us Your Best Shot! week of February 22, 2018

To submit a photo for The Town Line’s “Give Us Your Best Shot” section, please visit our contact page or email us at townline@fairpoint.net!

NEXT MEAL: Michael Bilinsky, of China Village, captured this hawk enjoying its next meal.

 

EAT UP!: Rose Jackson, of Solon, photographed this woodpecker feeding its young.

 

FINGER LICKIN’ GOOD: Emily Poulin, of South China, snapped this squirrel licking its paws after eating some sunflower seeds.

Two area boys meet “Gronk” at Barbara Bush Hospital

by Mark Huard

Thirteen-year-old Jacob Seigars, of Palermo, attended China schools until October 2017 when he transferred to Palermo Consolidated School. He continues to attend Palermo Consolidated via robot generously provided by Grahamtastic.org

Jacob’s mother is Heather Seigars, his father is Joseph (Joe) Seigars and his bonus mother is Natasha Seigars. Jacob has a 15-year-old brother named Shawn, as well as three younger siblings, Achiva (10), Joe joe (7) and Isabella (3). He also has two pets: a yellow lab named Honey and a cat named Shade.

Jacob Seigars, of Palermo, with New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski at the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital, in Portland. Photos courtesy of Mark Huard

As many know Jacob has a fantastic sense of humor. He can take any situation and find humor, even when it’s a situation that is as debilitating as being diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. After being sick with numerous illnesses for about six consecutive weeks, including colds and pneumonia, Jacob was diagnosed with AML on January 15, 2018, and admitted to Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital, in Portland, that same day. He has remained an inpatient at Barbara Bush since then and will remain in the hospital for at least a few more months. Jacob completed his second round of chemo­therapy on Feb­ruary 18. He continues to fight Leukemia and is determined to beat the disease.

Jacob is a phenomenal athlete and whatever sport he plays he puts his whole heart into it! He stands out by his skill and his positive nature. Jacob started playing soccer at the age of three, and started playing basketball at the age of four. Jacob started baseball at five years of age with tee-ball and played up through Little League through sixth grade. Jacob joined track and field in sixth grade and continued to compete in seventh grade, also. His best events are discus and hurdles.

Jacob has received a lot of recognition over the years because of his athletic ability and been an integral part of many teams. His middle school soccer team has won the SVAC championship the last two years. His middle school basketball team last season, China Clippers, placed second in the 2017 SVAC championship. Last season Jacob placed first in hurdles at the invitational meet. Jacob recently earned a spot to the Dirigo U14 Premier soccer team and is hoping to get back on the field soon! This season Jacob played for the Palermo varsity basketball team. He was struggling health wise this season but still managed to dominate the court and end each game with “double-doubles” while he was still able to play.

Not only does Jacob love playing sports but he loves watching them as well! Jacob loves watching the New England Patriots play football. His favorite players are Chris Hogan, Deion Lewis, and Gronk. Jacob got a surprise on February 13, when Rob Gronkowski along with his father and two brothers visited the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital to deliver a $25,000 donation to the hospital from Gronk Nation! Jacob’s counts were so low he was unable to attend the gathering and the ball spiking lesson with Gronk, so Gronk and his dad were kind enough to stop by and visit in Jacob’s room!

For more updates on Jacob’s fight and upcoming events please follow www.facebook.com/PrayforJacob18.

A dodgeball tournament has been scheduled by Whitefield Elementary for March 2 and 3v3 basketball tournament for March 4 has been scheduled by Mike Roderick and Becky and Chris Young to be held at Erskine Academy. A donation account has been established at Bar Harbor Bank and Trust. The family’s address is: The Seigars Family, 888 Route 3, Palermo, ME 04354.

William Alger, of Winslow, is pictured with New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski at the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital, in Portland. Photos courtesy of Mark Huard

William Alger, 12, of Winslow has Cystic Fibrosis. CF is a genetic disorder that causes complications in the respiratory and digestive systems. He typically visits the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital, in Portland, for a “clean-out,” which is a 14-day course of antibiotics administered through an IV, once every year or two.

William has been in the hospital since January 31 and recently returned home on February 20. The goals of this admission were to improve his lung function and to gain weight. Healthy weight has a direct correlation to higher lung function in CF patients. William has been busy working through his treatments, with his tutor, keeping caught up on his academics. He has been working hard in physical therapy also – getting lots of exercise to stay strong. He also gets to have some fun with the Playroom staff and other kiddos.

William’s mom Esther Bullard is quoted as saying, “Our time here is filled with sleepless nights, busy days, and an enormous effort to improve William’s overall health outcomes. One of the blessings here at Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital is that special guests come and meet with the kids, providing much needed encouragement. Today William got to meet New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski! It was an incredible, unforgettable surprise.”

Gronk was so kind and humble. He took time to talk with William. They chatted about the Super Bowl game, and he asked, “so what’s your favorite sport?” William responded, “well it’s lacrosse,” which was so funny! Gronk wasn’t expecting that answer (obviously), and he said, “that’s cool, I’ve never played lacrosse!” And, of course, William said Gronk was his favorite football player, and that the Patriots are his favorite team.

William got two autographs and some amazing photos. It was a wonderful day for William that will be forever remembered.

William Alger, of Winslow, gets an autograph from New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski at the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital, in Portland. Photos courtesy of Mark Huard

FOR YOUR HEALTH: Keep Your Brain Fit

(NAPSI)—While many strategies for “healthy aging” exist, recent evidence points to the important role of hearing health in maintaining quality of life long-term.

Better hearing starts in the brain. Your brain processes and interprets the sounds your ears receive. When you have hearing loss, your brain doesn’t get all the sound information it needs to understand what’s being said and it spends more energy trying to fill in the blanks. That extra effort can take its toll.

A study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that people with hearing loss who wear hearing aids had the same risk for age-related cognitive decline as people without hearing loss. When you actively use hearing aids, you are more likely to stay socially engaged, one of the primary ways to stimulate your brain. Like any exercise, the mental give-and-take of social interaction helps to keep your brain fit and slows down accelerated cognitive decline.

That’s the idea behind the BrainHearing™ technology built into Oticon hearing aids. With BrainHearing, Oticon hearing aids deliver sound with the clearest, purest signal possible—in the way your brain is best able to understand it.

Because this innovative technology preserves the important details in speech, your brain doesn’t have to strain to fill in the gaps. There’s less effort involved in listening. You enjoy a more natural, more effortless listening experience, anywhere, anytime so you can stay active and engaged in all that life has to offer.

Learn More

For more facts, visit www.Oticon.com.

 

Bulldog pride 2018

Members of the Lawrence boys sixth grade travel team are, front row, left to right, Riley Leary, Gavin Wilson, Dane Zawistowski, Gavin Lunt, Aiden Jackson-Heath and Dominic Clifford. Back, Bailey Pepin, Hayden Folsom, Cameron Blodgett, Brandon Watson and Jacob York. Photo by Missy Brown, Central Maine Photography staff

Roland’s trivia question of the week of February 15, 2018

Roland’s trivia question of the week:

The U.S. has hosted the winter Olympics twice since 1960, at Lake Placid, New York, in 1980, and Salt Lake City, Utah, in 2002.

ANSWER:  The U.S. has hosted the winter Olympics twice since 1960, at Lake Placid, New York, in 1980, and Salt Lake City, Utah, in 2002.

CORRECTION: This answer has been corrected. It was a source error.

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