Vassalboro Fishing derby results

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2018 Vassalboro Fishing Derby Results

Large Mouth Bass

  • $25 to Dan Roderique—3.85 # and winner of Largest Fish Trophy and $100!
  • $15 to Jenny Rodrigue—2.4#
  • $10 to Jacoby Bragdon—2.3#

Small Mouth Bass

  • $25 to Noah Cummings 3.2#

White Perch

  • $25 to Garrett Baragas–.95#
  • $15 to Jarod Bradgon–.55#
  • $10 to Jacoby Bragdon–.40#

Brown Trout

  • $25 to Chris Cates—1.8#
  • $15 to Sue McMullen—1#

Brook Trout

  • $25 to Emily McLean–.85#
  • $15 to Mike Field–.80#
  • $10 to Noah Cummings–.75#

Pike

  • $25 to Craig Maxim—13.05#
  • $15 to Nick Cummings—12.5#
  • $10 to Nick Cummings—10.1#

Pickerel

  • $25 to Joel Strasnick—3.75#
  • $15 to Sue McMullen—2.35#
  • $10 to Craig Maxim—1.8#

Children 12 and Under

  • $25 to Jaden Berube—2.5#
  • $15 to Jali Kao—2.5#
  • $10 to Peyton Berube—2.3#
  • $10 to Jacoby Bragdon—2.3#

Maine’s native wildflowers come to Vassalboro School

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Matt Streeter, standing, assists students, from left to right, Ayden Michaud, Ava Picard and Kaoline Gladden. Contributed photo

The class started with students passing a package of shrink-wrapped alewives around the room, drawing comments like, “Gross,” “Cool,” “I know what those are.” It ended with 80 pots of native plant seeds, ready to be moved outdoors to a cold frame behind the school.

On February 8, students in Lorraine Kingsbury’s science classes at Vassalboro Community School learned about the importance of Maine’s native wildflowers. Karen Simpson, a Maine Master Gardener and Maine Master Naturalist, delivered a lesson on the differences between native plants, non-native plants and invasive plants. Students learned the vital role native plants play in nature’s food web. They discussed how plants help with erosion control along shorelines and learned the differences between planting wild seeds vs. garden seeds normally planted in the spring.

Maine master naturalist Anita Smith, and teacher Karen Simpson flank Kayden Painchaud, while they work with wildflower seeds. Contributed photo

After the lesson, each student planted two pots of native seeds, some no bigger than a speck of dust. Each student will keep a journal recording plant growth, weather conditions and other observations they feel are important in their plants growth and development. The planted seeds will spend the remainder of the winter in a safe secluded area at the Vassalboro Community School.

During the summer, students from the school will care for the plants. At the end of summer the plants will be moved to the Masse Dam site where they will be cared for until the fall. In September or October of 2018, students will plant their native wild plants at the Masse Dam site.

Karen’s presentation was preceded by two other presenters: Nate Gray, from Maine Department of Marine Resources, and Matt Streeter, Project Manager with Maine Rivers. Nate led an engaging discussion about the importance of alewives and how they fit into the food web. Matt shared information about the Alewife Restoration Project. Both took time to answer question from students about alewives and the project. When asked what other questions they might have, one student wisely said, “I think you summed it all up.”

The presenters and students are looking forward to meeting in the fall of 2018 to plant the native plants along the shore of the outlet stream. There may be an opportunity this spring for the students involved with this project to visit the Masse Dam site. The purpose of the trip would be to share history of the site, and engage in other educational activities with the students.

Others who helped with the wild seed project at Vassalboro Community School but not mentioned in the above article were Victor Esposito, JMG Master Specialist, Anita Smith, Maine Master Naturalist, and Elaine Philbrook, with the China Lake Association. The material costs for this project where covered by the China Lake Association. Longfellows Garden Center, of Manchester, provided pots and planting supplies.

Vassalboro Community School students begin planting wildflower seeds. Front table, left to right, Michael Dellinger, Sofia Derosby and Alexia Tardiff. Back table, Echo Hawk, Carson Cote, Savannah Powell and Camden Burdick. Contributed photo

Central Maine Town Meetings for 2018

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Town Meetings 2018

ALBION
Sat., March 17, 10 a.m.
Besse Building

UNITY
Fri. & Sat., March 23 – 24
Voting: March 23, noon – 8 p.m.
Unity Town Ofice
Meeting resumes 10 a.m., Unity Gym, 84 School St.

CHINA
Sat., March 24, 9 a.m.
China Primary School
Quorum: 120 voters needed

FAIRFIELD
Mon., May 14, 7 p.m.
Fairfield Community Center

VASSALBORO
Mon., June 4, 6:30 p.m.
Vassalboro Community School
Election: Tues., June 12, 8 – 8
Vassalboro Town Office

MADISON
Mon., June 11, 7 p.m.
Madison Junior High School
Voting: Tues., June 12, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Fire Station, 26 Weston Ave.

WINDSOR
Town meeting: Wed., June 13, 6 p.m.
Windsor town hall (upstairs)
Voting: Tues., June 12, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Nomination papers available March 5, with April 13, 5 p.m. deadline.
Absentee ballots available May 12, last day available June 7.

CHELSEA
Town meeting, Thurs., June 14
6:30 p.m., Chelsea Elmentary School
Voting: Tues., June 12, at school
Nomination papers available March 2.

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townline@fairpoint.net or visit our Contact page!

Misty Waters Completes Internship Requirement

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Misty Waters completed Colby-Sawyer College’s internship requirement with Colby-Sawyer’s Windy Hill Laboratory Schoool, in New London, New Hampshire. Waters, of Starks, is a member of the class of 2018 majoring in child development.

Three area students on URI dean’s list

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The University of Rhode Island, in Kingston, Rhode Island, has announced that three local undergraduates have qualified for the fall 2017 dean’s list.

The following students from the area have been named to URI’s fall 2017 dean’s list:

Devan Globensky, of Augusta; Alexandria Jarvais, of Madison; and Rachel Pratt, of Cornville.

Four area students named to University of Vermont dean’s list Fall 2017

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Four area students have been named to the fall dean’s list at the University of Vermont, in Burlington, Vermont. To be named to the dean’s list, students must have a grade-point average of 3.0 or better and rank in the top 20 percent of their class in their respective college or school.

Kaitlyn Sutter, of Palermo; Emily Higgins, of Waterville; Delaney Curran, of Skowhegan; and Natalie Palmer, of Augusta.

 

Area students achieve Husson University honors Fall 2017

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PRESIDENT’S LIST

The following students have been named to the Fall 2017 President’s List at Husson University, in Bangor. Students who make the President’s List must carry at least 12 graded credit hours during the semester and earn a grade point average of between 3.80 to 4.0 during the period.

Kayla M. Keay, of Albion, is a graduate student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Doctor of Pharmacy program.

MaKayla E. Leeman, of Anson, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Anastasia M. Paine-Paradis, of Anson, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Communications Technology with a concentration in webmedia and a Certificate in Graphic Design program.

Lelia Ann Belanger, of Augusta, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Biology program.

Taylor Danielle Edmondson, of Augusta, is a graduate student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Doctor of Pharmacy program.

Nicholas Andrew Pelletier, of Bingham, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Communications Technology with a concentration in video production program.

Cora L. Gavett, of Chelsea, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program.

Jade N. Landry, of Fairfield, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science program.

Traviana Higgins, of Jefferson, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration program.

Victoria M. Mullin, of Madison, is a graduate student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Doctor of Pharmacy program.

Kirsten Rose Wood, of Madison, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology-Human Movement Science/Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

Caitlin R. Cushman, of Mercer, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in financial management/Master of Business Administration program.

Sharlene Stanton, of Norridgewock, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Psychology program.

Paige N. Warren, of Oakland, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies/Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program.

Jayme A. Safford, of Oakland, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies/Paralegal Certificate in Advanced Civil Practice/Paralegal Certificate in Advanced Criminal Practice program.

Daniel J. Turner, of Sidney, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology-Human Movement Science/Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

Katherine A. Conley, of Skowhegan, is a graduate student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Doctor of Pharmacy program.

Alyssa Michelle Doucette, of Skowhegan, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician/Community (MHRT/C) Certification program.

Russell T. Keene, of Skowhegan, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Autumn Joy Holzworth, of Solon, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Undeclared program.

Teresa Dalpe, of Unity, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Undeclared program.

Ross J. DeLorenzo, of Unity, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentation in management program.

Mackenzie C. Gayer, of Vassalboro, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences program.

Kaile A. Kimball, of Vassalboro, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science program.

Danielle Paige Berard, of Winslow, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Accounting program.

HONORS LIST

The following students have been named to the Fall 2017 Honors List at Husson. Students who make the honors list must carry at least 12 graded credit hours during the semester and earn a grade point average of between 3.4 to 3.59 during the period.

Lacey Lynn Clark, of Anson, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician/Community (MHRT/C) Certification program

Emily Anne Bowers, of Augusta, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program

Zoe L . Mather, of China, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology-Human Movement Science/Doctor of Physical Therapy program

Courtney M. Smart, of Cornville, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program

Jade W. Herman, of Fairfield, is a graduate student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Doctor of Pharmacy program

Michaela Lynn Sprague, of Jefferson, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician/Community (MHRT/C) Certification program

Rylie M. Mullin, of Madison, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences program

Julia M. Guerrette, of Oakland, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Psychology program

Megan Louise Mahoney, of Palermo, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program

Jason Patrick Turner, of Sidney, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Communications Technology with a concentration in audio engineering program

Anne-Marie R. Provencal, of Skowhegan, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies/Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program

Terrence C. Conway, of South China, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Communications Technology with a concentration in audio engineering program

Tasha A. Dutil, of Vassalboro, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies/Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program

Gabrielle Marie Martin, of Waterville, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies program

Molly Ann Ware, of Winslow, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program

Samantha M. Washburn, of Winslow, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Accounting program.

DEAN’S LIST

The following students have been named to the Fall 2017 Dean’s List at Husson. Students who make the Dean’s List must carry at least 12 graded credit hours during the semester and earn a grade point average of between 3.60 to 3.79 during the period.

Trent Richardson, of Anson, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Arika Marie Brochu, of Augusta, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program.

Michayla R. Dostie, of Augusta, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Aaron R. Haynes, of Augusta, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Certificate in Entertainment Design and Technology/Bachelor of Science in Communications Technology with a concentration in live sound technology program.

Sabrina M. Poulin, of Augusta, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration program.

Alyse M. Whittemore, of Cornville, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program.

Alexis N. LaVerdiere, of Fairfield, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Adam Stuart Littlefield, of Fairfield, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentation in management program.

Brooke Adrien Roy, of Fairfield, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies program.

Morgan E. Clifford, of Liberty, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology-Human Movement Science/Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

Shaylin B. Gilchrist, of Norridgewock, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Devin Phillip Campbell, of Sidney, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentation in management program.

Christopher Isaiah Pomerleau, of Sidney, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology-Human Movement Science/Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

Alexander D. True, of Sidney, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology-Human Movement Science/Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

Camellia Erica Carrier, of Skowhegan, is a graduate student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Doctor of Pharmacy program.

Loryn Poulin, of Skowhegan, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician/Community (MHRT/C) Certification program.

Kaitlin Marjorie LaCroix, of Solon, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Jenna A. Lully, of South China, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies program.

Brooke D. Whitcomb, of Unity, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies/Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program.

Phoebe R. Fleck, of Vassalboro, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences program.

Elijah C. Addison, of Waterville, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Psychology program.

Grace C. Gould, of Waterville, is a graduate student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Doctor of Pharmacy program.

Raquel M. Gibbs, of Winslow, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Biology/Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science program.

Jordyn M. Labrie, of Winslow, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology-Human Movement Science/Doctor of Physical Therapy program.

Samantha Lynn Pomerleau, of Winslow, is a first-year student who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

Maggie Quirion, of Winslow, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician/Community (MHRT/C) Certification program.

Kennebec Historical Society presents life and death of Maine millionaire

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Maine millionaire Harry Oakes

Born in Sangerville in 1879, Harry Oakes’s life experiences took him to six continents, earned him a knighthood as well as a personal fortune rivaling all others, but also tragically ended in a brutal 1943 murder that remains unsolved. Portrayed by Gene Hackman in one of the actor’s least memorable endeavors, Sir Harry’s actual career, fortune and death garnered world-wide attention, even though he never forgot his Maine roots. He is buried in the bucolic beauty of the East Dover Cemetery.

KHS Speaker David Leigh’s career in Maine education spanned 31 years as a teacher, high school principal and community college instructor. In retirement, Leigh has continued to direct the TIME/NEWSWEEK Cover Project. Begun with his students in 1972, the collection now includes over 1,100 autographed news magazine covers, some dating as far back as 1938. In addition, he has presented enrichment lectures on cruise ships to the Canadian Maritimes, the Caribbean and to Great Britain. He and his wife Ann own and manage a 62-acre tree farm in Belgrade.

The Kennebec Historical Society’s February presentation is free to the public (donations gladly accepted) and will take place on Wednesday, February 21, at 6:30 p.m., at the Emmanuel Lutheran Episcopal Church, located at 209 Eastern Avenue, in Augusta.

WHITEFIELD: Cindy Lincoln presented with multiple Lions awards

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From left to right, Whitefield Lions Club president Cindy Lincoln, and Lion Gerry Maldovan. Contributed photo

At the January 25 meeting of the Whitefield Lions, club president Cindy Lincoln was presented with the Membership Key Award and the Silver Centennial Award for Membership.

Both awards are given for inviting and sponsoring new members into the club.

At the January 28 Cabinet meeting, Lion Cindy Lincoln accepted the 1016-2017 Excellence Award on behalf of the Whitefield Lions club. Lincoln, has served as president of the Whitefield Lions club for two of her nine years in the club.

She said of the award, “I am super proud and honored to be part of such a dedicated organization who cares about the needs of others. Its like our motto says, ‘Where there is a need, there is a lion.’ ”

The award is given to clubs that excel in community service, membership growth, communication and organization

The Whitefield Lions Club was one of 15 clubs in the state to receive the award.

Albion book group to hold first meeting; library receives shipment of new books

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“Let’s Talk About It,” a book group sponsored by the Maine Humanities Council, will have its first meeting on Wednesday, February 14, at 6 p.m. If you are interested in joining, they still have a few openings.

Albion Public Library

The library has several new additions to the book shelves.

In the children’s area we have:

My Journey to the Stars, by Scott Kelly;
They All Saw a Cat, by Brendan Wenzel.
Earmuffs for Everyone (How Chester Greenwood became known as the Inventor of Earmuffs), by Meghan McCarthy.

For the Adults:

We Band of Angels (The story of the American women trapped on Bataan), by Elizabeth Norman
Quakeland (On the Road to America’s next devastating earthquake), by Kathryn Miles.
Tom Clancy’s Duty & Honor (a Jack Ryan, Jr. novel), by Grant Blackwook.
Like Melvin, by Jonathan Yars (Jonathan Yars is a pen name for Albion’s own Kyle Keenan)

AUDIO: Destiny of the Republic (a tale of Madness, Medicine and the murder of a President).