Local students named to spring 2016 dean’s list at Stonehill College

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The following local residents have been named to the Spring 2016 Dean’s List at Stonehill College in Easton, Massachusetts.

Justin A. Davis, of Palermo, a member of the class of 2019 and a political science and international studies major.

Jenna M. Fongemie, of Augusta, a member of the class of 2016 and a biology major.

Colleen O’Donnell, of Waterville,  member of the class of 2018 and a biology major.

Margaret M. Priest, of Augusta, a member of the class of 2017 and a political science and international studies major.

Husson University announces spring honors

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The following students have been named to the Spring 2016 honors list at Husson.

Sebastian Atkins-Taylor, of Augusta,  is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in mass communications with a concentration in Journalism program.

Lelia Belanger, of Augusta, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in biology program.

Michayla Dostie, of Augusta, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in nursing program.

Mary-Anne MacArthur, of Canaan, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s associate of science in paralegal studies and a bachelor of science in psychology program.

Owen Freeman, of Freedom, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in communications technology with a concentration in video production program.

Nicholas Maney, of Jefferson, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in communications technology with a concentration in video production program.

Christine Boucher, of Oakland, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in kinesiology-human movement science and doctor of physical therapy program.

Mikhaila Necevski, of Oakland, is a freshman who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in health sciences program.

Megan Mahoney, of Palermo, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in elementary education program.

Alyssa Doucette, of Skowhegan, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in criminal justice and bachelor of science in psychology with a mental health rehabilitation technician/community (MHRT/C) certification program.

Anne-Marie Provencal, of Skowhegan, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in healthcare studies and master of science in occupational therapy program.

Anthony Toneatti, of Solon, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in communications technology with a concentration in live sound technology program.

Samuel Stevens, of South China, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in business administration program.

Samantha McLaughlin, of Starks, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in nursing program.

Briana Oliver, of Starks, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in forensic science program.

Alyssa Willette, of Unity, is a junior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in nursing program.

Caleb Cummings, of Windsor, is a sophomore who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in health sciences program.

Christine Parrilli, of Winslow, is a senior who is currently enrolled in Husson’s bachelor of science in nursing program.

Historical society members visit marine museum

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Several members of the Pslermo Historical Society visited the Penobscot Msrine Museum on August 31 during the museum’s free admission for Waldo County residents.

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Palermo Days grand marshals

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Royce and Jeannine Nelson

Grand marshals Royce and Jeannine Nelson ride in the parade during Palermo Days. Their son, Troy, is driving the tractor. Contributed photo

Three area students named to the University of Vermont dean’s list

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The following local students have been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2016 semester at the University of Vermont, in Burlington, Vermont:

Delaney Curran, of Skowhegan. Curran is a biology major in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Kaitlyn Sutter, of Palermo. Sutter is a professional nursing major in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences.
Emily Higgins, of Waterville). Higgins is an athletic training education major in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences.

Movie of the Month in Palermo

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Over the past 60 years, autism rates have risen from 150:1 to 65:1 in most of America.  Interestingly, the Amish population seems less susceptible. What is this strange syndrome, and what causes it?  How does it look and feel to be autistic?  Some say it is a different form of awareness to be embraced.  Bring a potluck dish (or a donation) to the Palermo Community Center on Turner Ridge Road on Friday, August 26th at 6 p.m.  Join friendly folks for fine food and thought-provoking discussions–for free! For directions or more information, please call Connie at 993-2294.

Brown brothers earn eagle scout rank

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A celebration was recently held at the Palermo Christian Church for Eagle Scouts Daniel Ray Brown and Jacob Aaron Brown of Troop #479. Friends, family members, elected officials, and other scouts gathered together to honor Daniel and Jacob for earning their wings – the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. The Eagle is the highest rank that scouting bestows in the advancement program. Eagle Scouts Daniel and Jacob Brown, their family, their Scout leaders, and other members of the community had labored long and faithfully, and their efforts were recognized in this special presentation.

Brothers Daniel Brown and Jacob Brown of Palermo

Brothers Daniel Brown, left, and Jacob Brown, of Palermo, recently earned eagle scout status. Contributed photo

Troop #479 Advance Chairman, Ron Emery, was asked to serve as master of ceremonies. Court of Honor was called to order by Angel Truman, Kennebec Valley Advancement Member. Pastor Phil Hubbard of the Palermo Christian Church gave the invocation. The Pledge of Alliance was led by Scout Sam Boynton, and Cole Colson opened the ceremony with the Scout Oath.

Daniel and Jacob and their family selected the Four Winds Eagle Scout Ceremony.

Ron Emery introduced Scoutmaster Scott Adams for the presentation of the Eagle Scout Awards. Daniel, Jacob, and their parents were escorted to the front by Scout Hunter Praul.

Scoutmaster Scott Adams asked Daniel and Scott’s mother to pin the Eagle medals onto their uniforms. He then asked Daniel and Jacob to present her with the Eagle mother’s pins, after which, he asked their father to present them with Eagle Scout certificates. Daniel and Jacob were also asked to present to their father with the Eagle lapel pins. Their parents were asked to place the Eagle neckerchief around the neck of their sons. Scott also gave remarks about Daniel’s and Jacob’s time in Scout Troop 479.

An integral component of the requirements for Eagle Scouts is a service project. The candidate must develop the project, organize the materials and manpower, and supervise its completion. Daniel Brown’s Eagle Project was at the Brown Cemetery, and Jacob Brown’s Eagle Project was at the Rust Cemetery, both in Palermo. The cemeteries needed trees cut, brush cut or pulled, stumps removed, and old fences removed. New entrances to both cemeteries were created with rock steps, and a fence was placed around each cemetery. Jacob Brown’s Eagle Project at the Rust Cemetery in Palermo was a considerable distance from the road, and a path needed to be cut to the cemetery. Signs were placed at each cemetery. The town of Palermo and the Cemetery Association were very pleased with Daniel and Jacob’s Eagle projects.

Daniel and Jacob are the sons of Ray and Kari Brown, of Palermo. Daniel will be a senior at Erskine Academy this fall, and Jacob will be a junior in Illinois, as his father was re-assigned to Illinois.

LakeSmart comes to Sheepscot

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The Sheepscot Lake Association has launched the LakeSmart program on Sheepscot Lake, in Palermo.

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Carol, left, and Roger Blomquist receiving their award from Joe Burke, trained LakeSmart evaluator. Contributed photo
Photos courtesy of Scott Pierz

Under the auspices of the Maine Lakes Society, the program focuses on preventing shorefront erosion and pollution of lake water caused primarily by rain and storm water runoff.  Property owners like the Blomquists on Hoffman Shore request an evaluation which is carried out by trained volunteers.  The evaluation is free and provides a summary of findings along with any recommendations.   Owners are under no obligation to make changes and the report is not shared with any outside entity.

The Blomquist’s property was awarded the LakeSmart designation and they now proudly display their award signs lake side and road side.

Lakes are not an everlasting natural resource and zipping up the shorefront is the last line of defense against murky, smelly water, algal blooms, fish kills and resulting lowered property values.  For more information email: uburke.lakesmart@gmail.com

Kellers celebrate 50th wedding anniversary

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Dennis and Miriam Keller

Dennis and Miriam Keller, of Palermo, are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on August 6, 2016. Dennis Robert Keller and the former Miriam Althea Ulbrich were married on August 6, 1966, at the Branch Mills Union Church.

Peach Delivery Cancels Movie of the Month

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Because of a late spring frost on the peach blooms in northern New Jersey, obtaining those luscious peaches was looking iffy this year, but the Living Communities Foundation finally got access to a limited quantity of them.  Peaches will be arriving at the Palermo Community Center on July 29, August 12, and August 19.  A full case, 38 lbs., will cost $37 this year, and the half box will cost $23.

These peaches can be ordered by calling Connie at 993-2294, or by e-mailing pwhitehawk@fairpoint.net as soon as possible.  Please include your desired delivery date and your daytime phone number, so Connie can call to confirm your order and call to let you know when you can pick them up.  The Palermo Community Center volunteers thank you for your support, and hope we can continue to bring you quality products at a good price.

The first peach delivery happened to coincide with the monthly Dinner-and-a-Movie event, which had to be cancelled this month.  However, August’s movie, “Spectrum – A Story of the Mind” will be showing on August 26.  It deals with the form of awareness we call autism, and its causes.