Scouts in Kennebec Valley District, which includes Somerset, Kennebec, Franklin, Lincoln and Knox Counties, are taking time during the holiday season to help other people through the annual Scouting for Food Drive. (photo courtesy of Chuck Mahaleris)
WINDSOR – Dennis Ferris, 77, passed away unexpectedly at his home, in Windsor, on Saturday, November 12, 2022, following a brief battle with cancer. Dennis was born on November 8, 1945 in Sanford, the youngest of five children born to Alice Mae Baker, of Sanford, and John Marshall Ferris, of Ireland.
Dennis spent many hours working around his house and in his garage with “honorary” son and neighbor, Lance Mitchell, and “honorary” grandson, Lucas Mitchell.
After high school, Dennis enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he served as a ship fitter on the USS Severn. Following his tour with the Navy, he continued serving his country in both the Naval and Army Reserves.
Dennis retired from Togus VA Hospital, in Augusta, in 2009 after 30 years of employment.
Dennis was an avid reader and had an extensive book collection, particularly books about sailing or history. In retirement, Dennis enjoyed fishing, hunting and tinkering in his garage. He and Judy enjoyed traveling within the U.S. and they especially enjoyed their Navy reunion trips.
Dennis is survived by his wife of 48 years, Judy (Moore) and their two daughters, Lisa Soucie and her husband, Tom Soucie, aka, “Mr. Wonderful”, of Vassalboro, and Stacy Taatjes and her husband, Scott, aka, “The Favorite” of Brookfield, New Hampshire. His greatest joy was being a “Papa” to Shawn Soucie and wife Loren, of Moscow, Cameron Taatjes, of South Boston, Massachusetts, and Tristan Taatjes, of Brookfield, New Hampshire. Dennis was eagerly looking forward to meeting his first great-grandson, Weston Tyler, due in April 2023.
Dennis was predeceased by his older brothers, John, Robert, Russell Ferris and sister, Lucille Pendexter.
No services are planned at this time. The family will have a celebration of life in the spring.
SOUTH CHINA – Marie Antoinette (Gleason) Stevens, 92, passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2022, at MaineGeneral Rehabilitation and Care (Glendridge), in Augusta. Marie was born October 4, 1930, in North Belgrade to Alice Gleason.
She carried many fond memories through the years of growing up there. After meeting her future husband, Merle Stevens, she moved to South China where they raised their family.
Marie was a hard worker throughout her life and instilled that work ethic in her children. She ended her career at Farrington’s Clothing store, in South China, where she made many friends.
After her retirement, she cared for her grandchildren, Logan and Kyra, until they started school. She was an avid reader her entire life, often reading a book or two per week. But what Marie enjoyed most was her family and friends. Her favorite thing to do was to visit with them at her kitchen table. Cooking and taking care of everyone else gave her such joy.
Marie was predeceased by her husband Merle; two sons, Merle, Jr. (Butch) and William; mother Alice; two brothers, Frank and George, and son-in-law Dewey Baker.
She is survived by daughters Judy Baker and children Lisa Glidden (Avery) and Robbie Baker (Melissa), Kelly Stevens (John) and children Logan Merrithew (Ali) and Kyra Merrithew; son Brian Stevens (Kathryn) and children Jack Stevens and Emma Stevens; many great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren; her sister Georgette Moore (Joe); and nieces and nephews. Following Marie’s wishes, there will be no services at this time.
WATERVILLE – Sherri R Beaulieu, 58, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 16, 2022. Sherri was born in Lynn, Massachusetts, on November 3, 1964, the daughter of Penny Verdigan and Joseph Beaulieu.
Sherri graduated from Nokomis High School, in Newport, in 1983, and later earned an administrative office technology sssociates degree from Kennebec Valley Community College, in Fairfield.
Sherri loved driving, traveling, camping, cooking, swimming, music, singing and dancing to many songs and even writing some of her own. She loved creative art through music and dance. She enjoyed being with friends either joining them or hosting for them. Being with friends was always very important to her. She was very social and loved to get people to laugh.
She would always offer a hand up to others in need. She wouldn’t hesitate to help any of her friends like they were family in any way possible. She immensely enjoyed Disney movies, reading books and playing card games. She had one son, Wayne Beaulieu, who she loved and cared for greatly. She worked for the State of Maine with plans of retirement to see more of the world using a camper. She fought bravely while in the hospital. Sherri was very thankful and joyous to those who visited her during her last months.
Sherri is survived by son, Wayne Beaulieu; mother, Penny Verdigan; brother, Shane Beaulieu; half-brother, Robbie Beaulieu; long-time partner, Tony Snow; step-mother, Brenda Beaulieu; and step-brother, Ronnie Courtney, Richard Courtney and his daughter, Jessica and her children; uncles, Larry Kimball, Terry Frost, Roger Frost, and Kim Frost; aunts: Linda (Earl) Newhouse, Valerie McDougal, Bonnie Stone and Felicia Frost.
Although Sherri did not want a funeral, there will be a private celebration of life at a later date at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Sherri’s memory to a local humane society of choice.
Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan ME 04976.
WATERVILLE – Dorothy Frances (Currier) Dutil, 64, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 16, 2022. She was born in Wilmington, North Carolina, on December 1, 1957, the daughter of Armand J. Dutil and Donna M. Grant.
She attended Winslow High School, graduating with the class of 1976. She attended Kennebec Valley Community College, in Fairfield, and achieved a business administration associates degree in 1997.
A single mother of four boys she worked in various capacities in the food service and catering field throughout the years. Her true joy was cooking for her family and friends. Often her children’s friends became her “adopted” children, many calling her “Mom.”
She loved watching football, the ocean, camping, decorating for holidays and most of all, cooking for everyone. She adored her late Mémère Simonne Dutil and was inspired to recreate her family-famous dishes. Her family meant everything to her.
She was predeceased by her father and mother; widowed by Albert Bellows Jr.; her youngest son Justin Currier; her sister Pamela Dutil; nephews David Dutil Jr. and Asa York.
She is survived by her sons Benjamin and Bettina Dutil, Joshua Bellows and Brandon Bellows; sister Denise Dutil; granddaughters Sydnie Boudreau and Taylor Bellows; two great-grandchildren; a niece Samantha Moody (Dutil), a nephew Jade Dutil.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, December 10, at St. John the Baptist Church, 26 monument St., Winslow, Maine 04901.
Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville, Maine.
An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.
WATERVILLE – Joanne (Keller) Harrington, 84, the former Miss Augusta 1958, passed away on Friday, November 18, 2022.
She was born August 21, 1938, the daughter of Norman and Gertrude Keller.
As a child, she didn’t have the conveniences or comforts we take for granted, but she and her siblings could always find humor in any situation. She was the second oldest of four children, and she counted her siblings among her best friends.
Joanne attended school in Weeks Mills and graduated from Erskine Academy, in South China, in 1958. Joni, as she was known by her co-workers, was employed at Central Maine Power Co. after her graduation and continued to work for CMP for over 33 years until her retirement.
Joanne had a huge heart, welcoming hug, and a smile that brightened the lives of all who knew her; she had the best laugh. She enjoyed going to dances, camping, bus tours to various cities and casinos, especially Hollywood Slots in her later years. Joanne demonstrated care and compassion for everyone she met. Her joys were many and her heart overflowed with love for her family.
Joanne is survived by her husband of 63 years, Richard; daughters, Diana (Dwain) McKenney, Holly (Skip) Lemar, Tara Harrington (Peter Howard); grandchildren, Hillary (Rob) Turner, Tory (JJ) Winters, Nathaniel and Nicholas Howard, and Haley Lemar; and five great-grandchildren; her brother, Michael Keller and his wife, Mary, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and by many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Joanne was predeceased by her sister Rita and brother Kerwin.
For those wishing to honor Joanne, the family will be hosting a celebration of her life on Sunday, December 11, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., at the Sheepscot Fish and Game Clubhouse, Route 3, Palermo.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation can be made to Beacon Hospice, Erskine Academy, the Alfond Cancer Center or a local animal shelter of your choice.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at directcremationofmaine.com.
OAKLAND – John Henry Fleury “Fluff” passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, November 23, 2022. John was born in Waterville, the son of Lawrence and Alice (Arsenault) Fleury Sr.
He attended the Waterville schools and upon graduation joined the United States Navy.
John worked for Pinette Roofing and Jacking after the Navy. He loved spending time with family and friends. John was an avid sports fan, especially the Boston Red Sox, Bruins, Celtics and New England Patriots.
John was predeceased by his parents and nephew Pete Fleury.
He is survived by his brothers Paul Fleury and wife Dottie, and Larry Fleury and wife Dianne; nieces and nephews Ross and Beth Hahn, Jody and Glenn Hoelscher, Aaron and Erin Irwin, Larry and Amy Fleury; and many great-nieces and great-nephews Jackson, Eddie, Kara, Missy, and Mahkayla.
There will be a graveside service at Maine Veterans Cemetery, 143 Blue Star Ave, Augusta, Maine 04330, on Thursday, December 15, at 1 p.m. A Celebration of Life will be determined at a later date.
In lieu of donations light a candle in his memory.
WATERVILLE – David Robert St. Peter, 71, of Waterville, passed away on Monday morning, November 28, 2022. David was born on January 18, 1951, in Waterville and was a lifelong area resident.
He graduated from Waterville High School and immediately joined the workforce at Keyes Fibre Company, later known as The Chinet Company and currently known at Huhtamaki. He spent his 38-year career with them working in every department before eventually becoming a lead supervisor in the lamination department. His extensive knowledge and expertise were an integral part of the development and success of that department. He was the one they called on when no one else could figure out a problem on a machine. His genius mechanical IQ was a gift and one that he was too humble to acknowledge. He took great pride in his work as well as in those who worked for him. He took care of his workers, often taking on extra jobs and shifts himself to help them out.
During his younger years David enjoyed fishing, softball, hockey and bowling. He loved the outside and especially enjoyed summers when he was able to rent a camp for his family or just take long drives. He loved pop-ins from his children just to play a mean game of dice or cribbage. His competitive side allowed no special favors for any of them. As he grew older, his choice to spend more time close to home was respected. He loved his westerns, football games and spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. His love and pride for his family was evident in his eyes during every gathering he went to.
David is survived by his wife of 19 years, Genevieve (Genny) Adams; his three daughters Bridget Jabar and husband Joe, of Belgrade, Nikole Luce and husband Harry, of Fairfield, and Bobbi-Jo Rodrigue, and husband Bob, of Winslow; his son Scott St. Peter and wife Karen, of Waterville; as well as his stepson Jerry Adams and wife Donna, of Fairfield Center; eight grandchildren, Ryan, Justin and Jordan Jabar, Nicholas Comeau, Samuel Whitney, Gabrielle and Sadie St. Peter and Elliot Rodrigue; as well as many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Constance (Duperry) St. Peter; his brothers Richard, Danny and Steven; as well as the mother of his children, Bonnie (Kirkpatrick) St. Peter.
At the request of David, there were no visiting hours. The family will hold a graveside memorial and celebration of life in the spring for family and close friends.
For anyone who truly knew David, you knew his heart was big. When he was able, he would do anything for anyone in need. So, for this reason, if anyone would like to donate in David’s memory, to the Gabbie and Alice Food Pantry, a charitable organization his granddaughter Gabbie co-founded years ago. Any donation can be sent to George J. Mitchell School, Attn: Kim Taylor, 58 Drummond Ave., Waterville, ME 04901. Checks can be made to the George J. Mitchell School and note food pantry donation in the memo.
VASSALBORO – Bruce K. Bourget, Sr., 71, of Vassalboro, died Thursday, December 1, 2022, at his home following a brief illness. He was born in Augusta on May 10, 1951, the son of Romain J. Bourget and Mildred A. (French) Bourget.
Bruce graduated from Cony High School, in Augusta, in 1971, and immediately enlisted into the U.S. Army with best friend Alton Savage on the “buddy-plan“. Bruce then served honorably in the Vietnam War on “King Cobra” gun truck, where he also received the nickname “Frenchie”.
He was employed as supervisor in the paint shop at Bath Iron Works for many years. He was previously employed by the Veterans Administration at Togus as a pharmacy tech. Bruce enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with family and friends. He was very proud of his Biggest Bucks in Maine patch. And being called “Banky“ by his grandchildren when they were little.
Bruce was predeceased by both his parents; his brothers Romeo (Jay) and wife Judith, Romain (Pete) and sister Sylvia.
Surviving is his wife of 50 years, Nancy (Williams) Bourget; a son and daughter-in-law, Bruce K. Bourget II and Stephanie; a daughter and son-in-law, Sylvia and Romeo Roy Jr; his three grandchildren, Alexis Roy and partner Remington Lessard, Rachel Roy and partner Matthew Wozniak, and Mercedes Bourget; brother Oliver and wife Carol Bourget; sister-in-law Judith Bourget, and several nieces and nephews.
Committal prayers with military honors will be offered at 1:00 p.m., on Friday December 9, 2022, in the chapel at Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 163 Mt. Vernon Road, Augusta, ME.
Condolences, stories and photos may be shared at http://www.plummerfh.com.
As more people make travel plans to celebrate with family and friends this year, the American Red Cross asks donors to set aside a time to give blood or platelets for patients waiting for care over the holidays. As a thank-you, all who come to give through Dec. 15 will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card, thanks to Amazon. Those who come to give Dec. 16 – Jan. 2 will get a long-sleeved Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last.
In Kennebec County, Augusta, Monday, December 12, 12:30 – 6 p.m., Augusta Elks, 397 Civic Center Drive, P.O. Box 2206; Monday, December 19, 12:30 – 6 p.m., Augusta Elks, 397 Civic Center Drive, P.O. Box 2206.
Winslow, Thursday, December 15, 1 – 6 p.m., MacCrillis-Rousseau, VFW Post #8835, 175 Veterans Drive.
Gardiner, Saturday, December 17, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 109 Spring Street.
To the editor:Concerning the new trend toward the electrification of America, just a reminder of what’s to come. This stampede to electric cars and heat pumps all need electric back ups and will put a big strain on our already crumbling grid.
Electric vehicles will have to beef up their electrical services and night workers will charge their cars during the day while day workers will have to charge their vehicles at night, thus putting a 24 hour a day strain on the grid.
My other view is all this stampeding for green energy is false, as solar panels are not biodegradable and also not permanent, so when they fall apart in possibly two decades, what do we do with their junk? I must add that solar panels are the ugliest sight ever and what do we do when these solar people finally con all the farmers into selling their land? Starve?
With the above in mind, it would seem logical to concentrate on nuclear power, our only hope for the future of this country. I must add an engineering company in America just signed a contract with Poland to build a brand new nuclear plant in Poland. Maybe Poland is more forward thinking than us, eh?
Frank Slason
Somerville
To the editor:As one who helped draft Article 9, Section 23 in 1993 to protect our public lands from private misuse, I am appalled at this court’s action [Maine Supreme Judicial Court in the case of Russell Black et al v. Bureau of Parks and Lands et al.]. This ruling is an insult to the 243,000 Mainers who spoke loudly to protect our public lands. And it is a slap in the face to the Maine Legislature that just last year voted 26-5 in the Senate and 66-52 in the House to assert its right and responsibility under the Constitution to determine this matter. The job of the Supreme Court is to serve the people of Maine and to protect our Constitution. With this ruling, they have instead sucker-punched the people of Maine and subverted our Constitution. Most tragically, they have done so to benefit foreign corporations and illicit transactions that were intentionally hidden from public scrutiny.
State Senator Rick Bennett
Oxford
Clockwise from top-left: Muhammad Zakariya Alam, Brendan Wallace, Steven LeClair.
Northern Light Inland Hospital has announced three new specialists to the staff in Waterville.
Muhammad Zakariya Alam, MD, joins Northern Light Neurology; nurse practitioner Steven LeClair, AGACNP-BC, is now part of Northern Light Gastroenterology; and Brendan Wallace, MD, joins Northern Light Urology. All are welcoming referrals. Their offices are located in the Medical Arts Building, attached to Inland Hospital on Kennedy Memorial Drive.
Dr. Alam is a skilled neurologist, board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, with an expertise in clinical neurophysiology with a particular interest in epilepsy, neuromuscular conditions, headache and post stroke care and rehabilitation. Dr. Alam shares, “I enjoy listening to and developing relationships with my patients and their families. Hearing them out and validating their concerns is important. They or their loved ones need to advocate for themselves, and I will be their partner in finding the best solutions.” Learn more about Dr. Alam by calling his office at 207-861-7050.
Steven LeClair is a board-certified Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and is also board-certified with the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Steven provides treatment and medical management of liver and digestive issues, hepatology, dysmotility, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Steven says, “I empathize with my patients as I have had GI issues in the past and understand how frustrating it can be. Our goal is to guide patients through the care experience. I have lived in Maine my whole life and grew up in these communities; these patients are my community members, and we must look out for each other.” Contact Steven’s office for more information at 207-861-7874.
Dr. Wallace is a urologist, board-certified by the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada and is board-eligible by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Wallace specializes in the medical and surgical management of kidney stones using minimally invasive surgery. He provides ureteroscopy, transurethral resection of prostate, transurethral resection of bladder tumor, prostate needle biopsy, circumcision, hydrocelectomy. “Working with my patients on shared decision making ensures patients are involved and engaged in creating individualized care plans. I also like my patients to be well educated so they have a better understanding of what to expect with treatment and with their diagnosis.” For more information about Dr. Wallace’s services, reach out to 207-861-7874.
Contact your primary care provider for a referral. For more information, please visit northernlighthealth.org/Inland.
Waterville Creates (WC) has announced the arrival of several new staff members across the organization.
Bryant Cyr was hired as production manager and Michael Churchill appointed technical director for the Waterville Opera House.
Cyr previously worked in the Boston and New York City theatre industries for national tours, regional productions and Off-Broadway shows. Churchill studied entertainment production at the New England School of Communications prior to beginning his career at theaters around New England.
“We are thrilled to welcome Bryant and Michael to the Waterville Creates team,” said Michelle Sweet, executive director of the Waterville Opera House. “They bring years of experience in the industry that will elevate our stage productions and enable us to expand offerings at the Waterville Opera House.”
Austin Frederick was hired as AV coordinator at the Maine Film Center (MFC) on Nov. 1. Frederick brings invaluable experience from previous roles at the Maine International Film Festival (MIFF), including operations coordination and venue management.
“We’re so excited to welcome Austin to the MFC staff,” said Mike Perreault, executive director of MFC. “Austin will coordinate regular-run and special screenings at MFC, technical components for special events throughout the Paul J. Schupf Art Center, and projection operations of MIFF.”
Lisa Wheeler has joined the Waterville Creates staff as education and outreach coordinator. In her previous role as art educator in the Waterville Public School system, Wheeler oversaw Waterville’s gifted and talented program for the visual and performing arts and was a frequent community collaborator with Waterville Creates.
Jordyn Chelf has joined Waterville Creates as marketing and development coordinator. Chelf brings extensive theatre experience to her new role, having worked at the Theater at Monmouth in Maine, as well as the Creede Repertory Theater, in Colorado.
Sara Stewart was hired as WC’s event and volunteer coordinator and brings a wide array of event and operations experience from her previous roles at the Tribeca Film Institute, in New York City, Campus Movie Fest, in Atlanta, and the Sunset Beacon Neighborhood Center, in San Francisco.
“We are delighted to welcome our new employees to the Waterville Creates team. Their collective expertise, professionalism and enthusiasm to support the arts in Waterville is both inspiring and provides a solid foundation which enables us to offer a wide range of arts experiences,” said Vice President Patricia King.
More information about upcoming events and classes can be found at watervillecreates.org.
Waterville Creates connects artists, organizations, and the public with arts and cultural events and programs happening in our community.
by Mary GrowChina select board members voted unanimously at their Dec. 5 meeting to spend $2,000 a year for the next two fiscal years to join a communication system called TextMyGov.
As the name implies, TextMyGov will let residents send texts to China municipal officials and departments at any time and to get a reply. It also allows town government to send information to residents who sign up.
Spencer Frandsen and Jon Myers, joining the Dec. 5 select board meeting remotely from their Logan, Utah, headquarters, explained and illustrated how the system works. Following Frandsen’s directions, select board members whipped out their cellphones, texted a demonstration phone number and a suggested phrase and got a reply.
“Look at that! That is amazing! That is really cool!” board member Janet Preston exclaimed as she read her screen.
The system has three components. Residents can send a question and get an answer from the site the town has set up, which can cover many topics – town office hours and other schedules and deadlines, for example.
Residents can report an issue, like a tree down in the road, at any time, and get a reply saying the report has been forwarded to the appropriate official or department.
Town officials can broadcast notices and messages, routine or emergency, to everyone who has signed up for the service.
Frandsen said TextMyGov has been in business since 2019 and has just over 500 clients, including 10 or 12 Maine municipalities, not all fully set up yet.
It typically takes from 30 to 45 days to set up a new system, Frandsen said. TextMyGov provides free training to employees, and will repeat training as new staff members need it.
Town Manager Rebecca Hapgood estimated the training would take an hour or hour and a half a week. Learning should be simple for employees accustomed to computers.
At board member Blane Casey’s suggestion, the $4,000 for two years’ service will all come from the current fiscal year’s contingency fund, so there will be no impact on the 2023-24 budget.
After the first two years, Frandsen said, contracts are annual. So far, he said, TextMyGov has not raised its fee; should it have to, he is willing to limit annual increases by contract to no more than five percent.
Board members made other decisions on varied topics at the Dec. 5 meeting.
Tom Alfieri and Danny McKinnis from China Rescue attended to follow up on select board members’ Oct. 24 discussion with Delta Ambulance executive director Timothy Beals (see the Oct. 27 issue of The Town Line).
Beals explained that inadequate and delayed insurance payments fail to cover rising costs, so Delta needs to start charging municipalities. He proposed a contract with the town to start in January 2023 and to be funded from the 2023-24 budget.
Alfieri sympathized with Delta’s need to begin charging for services. “Ambulance service in general is a losing business,” and “Emergency work does not pay the bills,” he said.
Alfieri offered suggestions for things to include in the contract. Select board member Brent Chesley suggested Alfieri and McKinnis review and offer advice on the contract when Delta presents a draft; other board members approved the idea, and the rescue representatives accepted.
Chesley raised another issue, suggesting two changes in the Appeals Ordinance that is part of China’s Land Development Code. Hapgood added a third; Preston suggested asked planning board members for their input. By consensus, Chesley was authorized to develop revisions.
Hapgood announced that the town foreclosed on three properties for unpaid taxes. Board members voted unanimously to follow the usual procedure of giving the former owners another 60 days to redeem the properties by paying all taxes due.
The manager gave board members an update on more than a dozen Land Use Ordinance violations currently under review and about to be reviewed.
Board members continued review of town policies, approving a few changes and postponing some policies for more information.
Hapgood relayed Town Clerk Angela Nelson’s reminders that dog licenses need to be renewed by the end of the year, and that 2023 hunting and fishing licenses are now available.
The next regular China select board meeting is scheduled for Monday evening, Dec. 19.
Gibbs Library in Washington, ME. (photo from: librarything.com)
There will be an art show at the Gibbs Library, in Washington, through December 31. Library hours for art viewing are Monday, 4 – 7 p.m., Tuesday, 9 a.m. to noon, and 4 – 7 p.m., Wednesday, 3 – 6 p.m., Thursday, 3 – 6 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon.
Family Tree explores themes of place and personality. These oil paintings, created over the last year, started with old family photos of Armenian Genocide survivors and new photos of Maine locations where the artist likes to hike. “I think of myself as an expressionistic painter and work in an intuitive way combining real and imagined imagery,” said artist McGuiri.
SITTING PRETTY: Jayne Winters, of China, photographed this female cardinal perched on some bushes.
UGLY!!: Lindy Sklover, of Vassalboro, snapped this grasshopper-looking insect recently.
REMINDER OF SUMMER PAST: Judy Mathiau, of Vassalboro, snapped these colorful flowers last summer.