MaineвЂ™s largest direct mail community publication company serving nearly 250,000 homes, and вЂњItвЂ™s All GoodвЂќ news! Direct-Mailed Each Month to the Residents of Harrison, Hebron, East Stoneham, Norway, Otisfield, Oxford, Paris, South Paris and West Paris xford Hills bserver A Product of A Maine Owned Company October 2014 вЂў Volume 12 вЂў Issue 10 Turner Publishing Inc., PO Box 214, Turner, ME 04282 вЂў 207-225-2076 вЂў Fax: 207-225-5333 вЂў E-Mail: articles@turnerpublishing.net вЂў Web: www.turnerpublishing.net Oxford County Fair 2014 Kurt Towle is the driver of this team of Belgians, Jess and King, for the Pingree family from Phillips, Maine. This was the Horse Pull 3250 Elimination event in the Pulling Pavilion. (Photo by Bill Van Tassel) The Expo building at the Oxford County Fair had many displays like this one from the Waterford Grange. This one called "Our Heritage" had fresh and preserved farm products as well as some historic photos and the opened Bible. (Photo by Bill Van Tassel) Silas Gordon, age 13, of Oxford entered this prize-winning drawing of Nelson Mandela as part of his 4-H (Wild Explorers) Club exhibit at the 2014 Oxford County Fair. The 4-H Expo building featured entries from the many towns and clubs in Oxford County. (Photo by Bill Van Tassel) Pumpkin Run to Benefit PTO The Agnes Gray School PTO will host the second annual West Paris Pumpkin Run on Sunday, October 19th at 10 am. The event will include a 5k run, 1-mile walk and 1-mile kids fun run. Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female racers. There will be prizes for all kid participants. There are three ways to register. Online at www. back40timing.com; mail or in-person at the Agnes Gray School office, 170 Main St., West Paris; or onsite the day of the event at 170 Main St., West Paris. Registration will begin at 8:30 am. Preregistration fees are as follows: 5K, $12 ($15 day of race); walk participation, $10 ($15 day of race); Green Gardens Greenhouse & Gift Shop вЂўMums and Asters вЂўPumpkins вЂўFall Decorations вЂўFresh Cut Flowers kids fun run, $5 ($10 day of race); Family Package, $20 ($25 day of race). Pre-order a race t-shirt prior to Oct. 1st ($7 day of race). Registration includes chili and pumpkin pie lunch. Lunch fee is $5 for non-runners. Following the run will be a chili and pumpkin pie contest! Parking for the event is available at Legion School, 20 Kingsbury St., West Paris and at the West Paris Town Hall, 25 Kingsbury St., West Paris. n Let us help you make your Hot Tub, Spa maintenance simple... Bring us a water sample in for free testing! La-Z Boy Spas offers 10 models that are loaded with standard features and are backed by our 100% no nonsense, no fine print guarantee. COME IN AND CHECK OUT OUR DISPLAY! PatвЂ™s Hot Tubs T b &P Pools l SALES - SERVICE - SUPPLIES 10 Alpine Street, Norway вЂў 744-0862 gg04268@gmail.com Evan Ames from Moultonborough, New Hampshire, does part of the 'fair circuit' trying put the blade to the tree with accuracy and speed. The Friday, September 13 event was held in the 4x4 Arena at the Oxford Fair. (Photo by Bill Van Tassel) 734A Main St. (Route 26) Oxford 539-6047 Winter Hours: Thurs & Fri 10am to 6pm, Sat 10am to 2pm We will be glad to make an appointment for any other time or day 207 364-7500 ext. 100 www.mainemadefurniture.com Page 2 Oxford Hills Observer www.centralmainetoday.com Golf Classic Winners Announced The 28th Annual Leon Truman Chamber Golf Classic was held at Poland Spring Resort on August 25 with 112 golfers hitting the 18-hole championship course. The golfers had a chance to win prizes totaling around $1,500 as well as a brand new Ford Fusion from Ripley & Fletcher Ford. After hitting the course, the golfers enjoyed a delicious lunch provided by the Poland Spring Resort staff. The highly coveted golf trophy was awarded to the Chalmers Insurance Group team with a low gross score of 54. The Chalmers team included Phil Allen, Quinn Allen, Jake Huntress and Eric Eddy. Coming in second place with a low gross score of 57 was the Oxford Casino team of Jack Sours, Dennis Christner, Jeff Palmer and Carlos Broderman. Coming in third with a low gross of 58 was the Community Pharmacies team. The low net winner was the FairPoint Communi- cations team with a score of 48.8. Coming in second place for low net was the Twin City Financial Group team with a score of 49.1.Third place low net went to the Truman Fore team with a score of 50.9. The longest drives of the day went to Paulette Tabb and Brad Jerome. Closest to the pin for the ladies was Janet Nelson and for the men, it was MacArthur Kim. The tournament is the largest fundraiser to help support the Oxford Hills Chamber of CommerceвЂ™s business community. A special thanks to the tournamentвЂ™s major sponsors: Norway Savings Bank as the eventвЂ™s Signature Sponsor; FairPoint Communications as the Banquet Sponsor and Oxford Casino as a Gold sponsor. There were 19 additional sponsors of the tournament. For a complete list, visit www.oxfordhillsmaine.com Planning for the 2015 tournament will begin shortly. Look for course details and the tournament date in the coming months.n October 2014 Square Dance Club Linda and Kip Moulton. Submitted by Esther Tucker Photo caption: Eric Eddy (on left) and Phil Allen of the Chalmers Insurance Group team won the Oxford Hills ChamberвЂ™s annual golf tournament. Also part of the team and not pictured were Quinn Allen and Jake Huntress. Photo credit: Dan Sonnenfeld Photo caption: Poland Spring Resort welcomed the 28th annual Leon Truman Chamber Golf Classic on August 25. Photo credit: Dan Sonnenfeld There will be square dancing and round dancing at the October 11, 2014 dance from 7-10PM at the Oxford Hills Middle School, 100 Pine St., South Paris. We welcome the husband and wife team Kip and Linda Moulton. Kip will be the caller for the evening calling Mainstream and Plus levels of square dancing. Linda will cue the rounds. Refreshments will be served at intermission. Door Prizes. 50/50 drawing. Admission $6.00 per person. Non Dancers are welcome at no charge. Directions to the school: Route 26 in South Paris. Turn at the traffic signal that is between the Citgo Station and Rainbow Credit Union. The street is opposite MauriceвЂ™s Restaurant For more information call Bob or Eleanor Herrick, co- presidents Telephone 207- 782-4050. And visit our website at swinginbears.squaredanceme.us.n Laboratory Receives CAP Accreditation Timothy A. Churchill, President and Chief Executive Officer of Western Maine Health is proud to announce Stephens Memorial HospitalвЂ™s Laboratory received accreditation from the College of American Pathologists (CAP). The facilityвЂ™s director, Ola Melhus, MD, was advised of this national recognition and congratulated for the excellent services provided. Stephens Memorial Hospital Laboratory is one of more than 7,000 CAP-accredited facilities worldwide. The U.S. federal government recognizes the CAP Laboratory Accreditation Program, begun in the early 1960вЂ™s, as being equal-to or morestringent-than the governmentвЂ™s own inspection program. During the CAP accreditation process, designed to ensure the highest standard of care for all laboratory patients, inspectors examine the laboratoryвЂ™s records and quality control of procedures for the preceding two years. CAP inspectors also examine laboratory staff qualifications, equipment, facilities, safety program and record, and overall management. The College of American Pathologists (CAP), celebrating 50 years as the gold standard in laboratory accreditation, is a medical society that serves more than 18,000 physician members and he global laboratory community. It is the worldвЂ™s largest association composed exclusively of board-certi- Scientific Breakthrough! Add a taste of authentic Maine humor to your next banquet, luncheon, conference, convention or company get together. Contact humorist and bestselling Maine author John McDonald NOW BOOKING FOR FALL AND WINTER Call: 207.899.1868 fied pathologists and is the worldwide leader in laboratory quality assurance. The College advocates accountable, high-quality, and cost-effective patient care. More information about the CAP can be found at www.cap.org. Email: mainestoryteller@yahoo.com Stephens Memorial Hospital is a Leapfrog 2013 Top Rural Hospital and is a member of MaineHealth. Visit West- Going Out of Business SALE! 25% OFF CC + CALL NOW! ern Maine Health on the Internet at www.wmhcc. org or follow us at Facebook.com/StephensMemorialME. n ALL IN STOCK ITEMS! Beauty & Barber Supply 3 Generations with 68+ years of service! 48 Sabattus St., Lewiston вЂў 784-4571 October 2014 Oxford Hills Observer Page 3 www.centralmainetoday.com New Ambulance Arrives at PACE Western Maine Health President and CEO Timothy A. Churchill was pleased to announce the arrival of the new PACE ambulance. PACE Director Robert Hand, says of the new truck, вЂњThis is probably one of the safest ambulances on the street. It has safety seating for the crew with sliding/pivoting chairs so that they can provide patient care while belted into an actual crash tested seat. Seats also face forward while the truck is in motion. The front of the ambulance is designed to be a вЂњheads up consoleвЂќ, so operators do not have to take their eyes off the road to operate the radio or siren. It has a camera system so that individuals can monitor activity in the patient compartment while going down the road which switches automatically to a rear view when backing up or to our blind spots on the rear left and right when the blinkers are activated. Every seated position in the ambulance has an intercom / radio headset system to reduce noise and make communications easier - so we can virtually whisper to the driver while treating the patient in the back.вЂќ вЂњAside from being safe, quiet, and comfortable, it is also designed to be more Eco-Friendly and Fuel Efficient. This ambulance is also equipped with a вЂњHowlerвЂќ Siren in addition to the standard electronic siren. Newer vehicles are so sound proof that they frequently donвЂ™t hear ambulance sirens. The Howler is a lower frequency siren that you can actually feel a ways out, notifying drivers that the ambulance is approaching. This ambulance has some of the most cutting edge equipment available to EMS on board. It is like a mobile ICU and Trauma Room in one.вЂќ PACE Ambulance Service currently includes 6 ambulances that serve the Oxford County region that respond to over 3,600 calls annually. There are a min- Left to Right: Bob Hand, Director / Paramedic. Sally Lane, EMT. Craig Coleman, Paramedic. Eric Merrill, EMT. Al Curtis, EMT. Adam Petrie, Paramedic. imum of 2 paramedics and 2 emergency medical technicians on duty every shift 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Stephens Memorial Hospital is a Leapfrog 2013 Top Rural Hos- pital and is a member of MaineHealth. Visit Western Maine Health on the Internet at www. wmhcc.org or follow us at Facebook.com/Ste- phensMemorialME. n Annual Parade of Lights Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 7PM, in Woodstock the 4th Annual Parade of Lights will begin at the Woodstock ballfields, continue down Main Street, concluding at the Woodstock Fire Station. Full lights and sirens. We are trying to raise awareness and safety among the community. There will be free refreshments, giveaways for the children and awards for the EMS participants in the Parade. Lets celebrate Fire Safety and Awareness Week together. For more information please contact the Woodstock Fire Department at 665-2345 or email woodstockfd@gmail.com. n October 14-17th, 2014 Member Appreciation Week! Drawings for gift cards will be held all week, with Whoopie Pies for all members on Thursday! All raffle entries from the week will be compiled together and one member will WIN $500 of HEATING FUEL from the company of their choice! 8th Annual Member Loan Sale October 17th, 18th & 20th 2014 We will offer a great LOW RATE on any secured consumer loan. Applies to a refinance or purchase. Rate to be disclosed October 17th LewistonвЂ”AuburnвЂ”Mechanic FallsвЂ”South Paris OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, October 18th 9am - 12pm Explore what CMCC has to offer! sВ¬/N#AMPUSВ¬(OUSING sВ¬#AREERВ¬4ECHNICALВ¬В¬4RANSFERВ¬0ROGRAMS sВ¬/VERВ¬В¬$EGREEВ¬В¬#ERTIlCATEВ¬-AJORS sВ¬ В¬&LEXIBLEВ¬3CHEDULING sВ¬#OMPETITIVEВ¬!THLETICВ¬4EAMS #ENTRALВ¬-AINEВ¬#OMMUNITYВ¬#OLLEGE В¬4URNERВ¬3TREETВ¬sВ¬!UBURNВ¬-%В¬ В¬ WWWCMCCEDU 2EGISTERВ¬ONLINEВ¬В¬LEARNВ¬MOREВ¬AT www.cmcc.edu/futurestudents/openhouse Page 4 Oxford Hills Observer www.centralmainetoday.com Foundation Awards Grants The Stephens Community Healthcare Foundation has announced they are now accepting grant applications. Applications must be postmarked by December 31, 2014 and awards will be decided on or before January 31, 2015. Eligibility requirements for grants from the Stephens Community Health Care Foundation are tied to sustainable healthcare initiatives. The Stephens Community Healthcare Foundation is a non-profit organization that was created in 1999. The foundationвЂ™s primary purpose is to provide philanthropic support for the capital needs of Western Maine Health and Stephens Memorial Hospital. Funding awards are generally limited to nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations based in or benefiting healthcare initiatives in the Stephens Memorial Hospital service area. If your organization has interest in applying for a Stephens Community Healthcare Foundation grant, please contact Barbara Allen, Vice President Development, at 207744-6049 or download the application from the website at www.wmhcc. org. n October 2014 GET YOUR NEW GARAGE THIS YEAR! CALL TODAY! TURN THIS... Ancient Ones of Maine When: Saturday, October 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Meadowview Road in Canton, ME (Dirt road вЂ“ 4x4 or high sitting car recommended) See the directions to the site at http://www.theancientonesofmaine.com GPS/Google Maps Coordinates: 44.463107,70.265722 Come step back in time to the late 18th and early 19th Centuries for a family friendly day of learning about the skills needed to survive in pre1840s America. Witness how people dressed, how people cooked, started fires, how they gathered food, and much more. At the Ancient Ones of Maine encampment on Saturday, we will even have guests from the Kora Shrine Temple Highlanders playing bagpipes and drums for the annual Ancient Ones Highland Games. The Highlanders raise money for the Shriners ChildrenвЂ™s Hospitals, which provides medical care to children regardless of their familyвЂ™s ability to pay. FMI вЂ“ Like us on Facebook. n Pumpkin Run to Benefit PTO The Agnes Gray School PTO will host the second annual West Paris Pumpkin Run on Sunday, October 19th at 10 am. The event will include a 5k run, 1-mile walk and 1-mile kids fun run. Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female racers. There will be prizes for all kid participants. There are three ways to register. Online at www. back40timing.com; mail or in-person at the Agnes Gray School office, 170 Main St., West Paris; or onsite the day of the event at 170 Main St., West Paris. Registration will begin at 8:30 am. Preregistration fees are as follows: 5K, $12 ($15 day of race); walk participation, $10 ($15 day of race); kids fun run, $5 ($10 day of race); Family Package, $20 ($25 day of race). Pre-order a race t-shirt prior to Oct. 1st ($7 day of race). Registration includes chili and pumpkin pie lunch. Lunch fee is $5 for non-runners. Following the run will be a chili and pumpkin pie contest! Parking for the event is available at Legion School, 20 Kingsbury St., West INTO THIS! Paris and at the West Paris Town Hall, 25 Kingsbury St., West Paris. n By February 15th, 2015, you must enroll in a Qualified Health Insurance Plan or pay a tax penalty of 2% of your income. DonвЂ™t вЂњDo-It-YourselfвЂќ on Health Insurance Attend a seminar to learn more about how Health Insurance Reform affects you and your family. Thursday, October 30th Paris Town Office 6:30 p.m. Brief Presentation Followed by Q&A Think you canвЂ™t afford health insurance? A tax credit is available to households between 100% and 400% of the Federal Poverty Level ($12,000 to $46,000 for a single person.) Annual premiums are as low as 2% of your annual income. Call today to pre-register for the seminar 207-744-9822 s As Low A o* /m $ 71 ney Down o With NO M вЂўFrustrated with lack of room? вЂўDonвЂ™t suffer through another winter without a garage! Call A-Smart Today! 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Here are the waters that our regional fisheries biologists suggest you consider, and they know where the fish are! Region A вЂ“ Sebago Lakes Region In southern Maine, there is no shortage of late season fishing opportunities. It used to be if you wanted to fish late in the season, you would fish the tidewater areas of the Mousam and the Ogunquit, but now anglers have a variety of choices. вЂњWe have made a concerted effort to identify and target fall fishing waters,вЂќ said IFW Fisheries Biologist Francis Brautigam, вЂњfor over three years, we have been stocking the Upper Mousam below the outlet of Mousam Lake, the Lower Royal below the dams in Yarmouth, and expanded opportunities on the Presumpscot for the entire year, not just the upper area. And all these rivers have very good access.вЂќ Many of these waters receive stocked trout not in only in the spring, but a fall stocking as well. Waters that see a higher number of anglers are stocked periodically through the fall right into December. вЂњWith the Mousam, Royal, and Presumpscot, we pretty much have covered the region,вЂќ said Brautigam. If you want to fish area lakes and ponds, you may want to wait until early October. The department is now stocking larger fish in the fall, which seem to survive better in lakes with bass and pickerel. Anglers who like to fish for landlocked salmon ought to look for areas with current. On Thompson Lake, the set of culverts near the heath is always a popular option. Shore angles may want to try Crystal Lake for rainbows off the town beach. Region B вЂ“ Central and Midcoast Area Anglers who want to spend a productive day fishing ought to try a canoe trip down the Sebasticook River. вЂњThe Sebasticook has been superb. Anglers are catching multiple bass in excess of 20 inches,вЂќ said IFW fisheries biologist Jason Seiders, who added the Burnham section has been excellent. вЂњSurface lures work well, as well as anything that imitates a juvenile alewife.вЂќ Further north on the Kennebec River, catches continue to be outstanding. Anglers are having a lot of success in the Bingham section, particularly bouncing nymphs off the bottom throughout the day. A little lower on the Kennebec, thereвЂ™s still browns to be caught in the Shawmut area, and the stocking truck will be delivering more brown trout to the Shawmut reach soon, once water temps cool. Region C -- Downeast Anglers are still boating a good number of togue and salmon in the region, as the water is still stratified with a defined thermocline in many of the regionвЂ™s lakes. вЂњThereвЂ™s still some very good fishing to be had,вЂќ says IFW fisheries biologist Greg Burr. вЂњItвЂ™s a beautiful time of year to be out on the water. Temperatures are getting cooler and thereвЂ™s not as much boating activity.вЂќ Along with salmon and togue, some anglers are still catching a good number of white perch. Anglers can find them in deeper water, schooled up. With surface water temps still in the low 70s, bass anglers are still recording good numbers of catches. Of course if itвЂ™s fall salmon fishing you are thinking, most anglers think of Grand Lake Stream. As the water temps begin to cool down, salmon start moving into the river, setting the stage for some fantastic fly fishing. Region D вЂ“ Rangeley Lakes There is a myriad of fall fishing opportunities in the Rangeley region, particularly if you enjoy fishing in rivers. The Kennebago, Magalloway, and the Rapid are all very well known for their fall trout and salmon fishing. вЂњThe cold mornings are cooling down the rivers, and fish are starting to move around, thinking about spawning,вЂќ said IFW Fisheries Biologist Dave Howatt. вЂњItвЂ™s a great time to be on these rivers.вЂќ And if you donвЂ™t feel like wading, donвЂ™t forget about the lakes and ponds. вЂњLake fishing often gets overlooked this time of year, but lakes and ponds can be very good. Fish are starting to stage in front of the rivers, and you can find quite a few in the deeper pockets close to the rivers,вЂќ said Howatt, who added this time of year, you are likely to only see a few boats instead of the dozens you might encounter early in the year. While many waters will shut down on October 1, there still are waters open to fishing such as Beal, Little Jim and Quimby Ponds, all which have good access. Region E вЂ“ Moosehead Region In the Moosehead Lake Region, itвЂ™s prime time for fishing. вЂњThey just dropped the flow at the East Outlet this week after a week of high Bruce Ducharme and his son Jacob do some early fall fishing off their dock on Annabessacook Lake in Winthrop If you are looking for a time of year. flows, so that should draw plenty of salmon into the place to go brook trout fishRegion G вЂ“ Aroostook river,вЂќ said IFW fisheries ing, now is a great time to Region biologist Tim Obrey. вЂњThis be in the Penobscot/KatahCold weather has already is one of our best river fish- din region. hit much of the Aroostook вЂњMost of our better brook eries in the spring and fall, region, with frost coverand now is a good time to trout waters are in Baxter ing some fields earlier this Park. A lot of those are wild try it.вЂќ week. On the other side of the populations like SourdnaвЂњRight now, the rivers lake, the gates on the Roach hunk, Katahdin, Daicy and River are open and it is Lower Fowler,вЂќ said IFW and streams are at pretty flowing at 200 cfs, which is fisheries biologist Nels low flows,вЂќ said IFW fishnormal for this time of year, Kramer. вЂњMost of the ponds eries biologist Frank Frost. with another bump in flows are fly fishing only, no live вЂњAs the fall rains start, fishexpected September 15. fish as bait, and the sea- ing should pick up.вЂќ How big a bump depends on son ends on September 30. This time of year, the how much water is in First There are some significant uppper and lower sections Roach. Look for brook trout large fish in these ponds.вЂќ to head into the river first, If you are looking for of the Aroostook are profollowed by a charge of some late season fishing, ductive, and the Fish River salmon. Next week should try Abol, Billfish, Celia, downstream of Eagle Lake be fantastic. Draper or Rocky Pond is a popular spot for salmon. If you are looking for a (T2R9). Outside the park, The rehabilitated portion bit of an adventure, head you should try Island Pond, of the Meduxnekeag River, out to the West Branch of Wapiti, Davis and Lunksoos where river habitat was imthe Penobscot below Se- which have an extended fall proved, should also provide boomook. Currently, flows season. anglers with some great opIf youвЂ™d rather fish the portunities. are running around 750 cfs which is a good flow to fish rivers, the East Branch of Waters to try should inthe area know as the вЂњFox- the Penobscot offers some clude Arnold Brook Lake hole.вЂќ Chesuncook salmon great opportunities in the in Presque Isle, Drews travel to this section of the fall. There are wild brook trout and landlocks. The Lake in New Limerick, and river in September. Region F вЂ“ Penobscot Re- Mattawamkeag also offers Nickerson Lake outside of some excellent fishing this Houlton.n gion $ Buy Now & Save Big $ Named Turner Business of the Year 2013 by the Androscoggin County Chamber OXFORD HILLS OBSERVER A Product of MaineвЂ™s largest direct mail community publication company serving nearly 250,000 homes and вЂњItвЂ™s All GoodвЂќ News! 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Once she got going about weather in the British Isles she just couldnвЂ™t stop. She said the British never plan outdoor events ahead of time and never bother listening to weather forecasts on the вЂњtellyвЂќ because no one knows from one minute to the next what the weather in will be, least of all people who insist they DO know. So what do you do? I asked. How do you handle all the rainy weather? She said: If we look outdoors and see the sun is shining we drop everything and run outdoors and have a picnic right then, because we never know how long it will be before another picnic situation returns. I was surprised to hear Mrs. Howell talk about her picnics that way because she didnвЂ™t look like the type of person who had ever done an unplanned or spontaneous thing in her life. Anyway, I thought of Mrs. Howell last week when BOTH my almanacs вЂ“ The FarmersвЂ™ Almanac, published in Lewiston, and The Old FarmerвЂ™s Almanac, published over to the west in Dublin, N.H. вЂ“ arrived RADON Arsenic URANIUM here at Storyteller Central within hours of each other. How they did that IвЂ™ll never know! Why do you get both The FarmersвЂ™ Almanac AND The Old FarmerвЂ™s Almanac? I c a n hear some of you ask. The obvious reason is I like to check and cross-check and then check again to see if their weather predictions are anywhere near close to each other. TheyвЂ™re often closer than you think. Both almanacs say their weather-prediction formulas are secret and can never be revealed to WANTED www.awtmaine.com Treating all problem water including, Iron, Kevin Gowell Master Plumber Manganese, Hardness, Smell, Bacteria & More. One Great Falls Marketing Employee will WIN this 2014 Subaru Legacy. Apply today and you could be on your way to driving away this car. 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This gift is very much appreciated by the oncology staff of Stephens Memorial Hospital and the cancer patients we serve. It validates the communityвЂ™s desire to have access to a variety of cancer resources locally.вЂќ The oncology department at SMH has expanded in several areas over the past several years including the physical relocation of the infusion center and the addition of a cancer patient navigator which was made possible through gifts to the 2011 Annual Fund. The 2014 Stephens Memorial Hospital Annual Fund supports the oncology department including the new SMH Cancer Center which provides local education and events for patients with cancer, cancer survivors, and their caregivers. If you are interested in supporting the 2014 Stephens Memorial Hospital Annual Fund and the oncology department, please contact the SMH Development office at 744-6049. Stephens Memorial Hospital is a Leapfrog 2009, 2013 Top Rural Hospital and is a member of MaineHealth. 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(Photo by Bill Van Tassel) Workshop For Parents and Toddlers Norway Memorial Library to offer workshop for parents and toddlers The ChildrenвЂ™s Room of the Norway Memorial Library will offer вЂњ1,2,3 Play with MeвЂќ for parents or caregivers and their children aged 1-3-years-old as part of Family Place Libraryв„ў programming. вЂњ1,2,3 Play with MeвЂќ will be held on five Tuesday mornings, October 28 and November 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 10:1511:30 am. There is no cost for participation. The program emphasizes the role of parents as the first teachers of their children, facilitates early interven- tion for developmental issues and shares strategies for healthy child development. Each session will include time for play with developmentally appropriate toys, books, and activities. Each session will also provide an opportunity to talk with local child development professionals, including Annika Black , ChildrenвЂ™s Librarian, parenting resources; Tiffany Sweatt, Community Nutrition Educator, Healthy Oxford Hills, nutrition; Shirli Allen-Heald, The Growing Place Preschool, play and cognitive development; Julie Woodrich, OT to Play, speech and language; and Melissa Wood, Honeybee Pediatric Therapy, physical development. The Norway Memorial Library is one of thirteen Family Place Librariesв„ў in Maine, and more than 250 nationwide. In addition to вЂњ1,2,3 Play with Me,вЂќ Norway Memorial Library offers parenting resources, books and programming for infants and toddlers, and educational materials that are available for checking out. For more information or to register for вЂњ1,2,3 Play with Me,вЂќ please call Annika Black at 743-5309 ext. 4 or visit the Norway Memorial Library ChildrenвЂ™s Room. n Benefit Show Rehearsals Rehearsals for the 17th Annual Christmas for Teens Benefit Show, вЂњChristmas In Wonderland!вЂќ, are scheduled to begin on Tuesday, October 7th in the Music Room at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Singers from grade 6 through 12 are invited to join the Benefit Chorus and in the fun that goes with preparing a show that helps raise funds to provide for teens in need in the Oxford Hills Community. Again this year the little mouse duo host the show which will feature five ven- ues: Frosty Snow Palace, Christmas In Bethlehem, Guest Talent Night, Fun and Frolic Follies and a very special segment: The Teen Talent Spectacular. Special groups, soloists, dancers, instrumentalists and other talented performers are welcome to share their talents. Anyone interested should meet with Director, Cynthia Wescott, a half hour before the rehearsals begin. вЂњChristmas in Wonderland!вЂќ is an imaginative creation by Cynthia Wescott, who has directed Christmas for Teens shows from the beginning. She will be assisted by Sally Riman, Accompanist is Virginia Noble. Jane Riseman will be assisting on stage and Pat Jillson is Publicity Chairperson. Dennis Boyd will direct the OH Chamber Singers. The production will take place at the OHCHS Auditorium on Friday, Dec. 5th. At 7 PM, storm date is Dec. 16th. Participants always find themsleves in a festive mood for the holiday season as well as helping local teens in need. For more information please contact Cynthia Wescott at 527-2329. n SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25 OXFORD HILLS CHAMBER BUSINESS SHOWCASE The largest networking event in the area! Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School Free and open to the public 10 AMвЂ”2 PM Chili & Chowder Contest 11:30AMвЂ”1PM Pay $5 to sample all dishes from local restaurants Bronze Sponsors Media Sponsors Pewter Sponsors October 2014 Oxford Hills Observer Page 11 www.centralmainetoday.com SMH Student Success Campaign! NewsBites Time for Fall Chores It is already fall, and that means thereвЂ™s a list of fall chores we all do. This is a reminder to make sure these things are on your fall chore list: The Community Outreach Council at Stephens Memorial Hospital recently coordinated a Student Success Campaign to benefit the students at Oxford dle school. Together, the employees at SMH raised a total of $125 and school supplies were also donated for the students at the Oxford Hills Middle School. Hills Middle School. The Council asked employees to donate lunchtime change and/or school supplies to be made available to the students at the mid- Stephens Memorial Hospital is a member of MaineHealth. 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The event will be held Saturday November 8th, 2014 at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School in South Paris, ME from 10 AM-3PM. Originally started in 2010 as the Health and Happiness Fair for Women, this fair is now dedicated to the family, understand- ing that health is the first step toward a happy family. We found ourselves telling our patients вЂњtaking care of yourself will help ensure that you can take care of those you loveвЂќ; this statement has remained a driving force for this event. Our goal is to bring numerous health care and wellness providers together in one venue for our community to access easily and free of charge. We ensure that we also have organizations that are available for families in need within our community. 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We are looking for sponsors whom contribute financially without becoming part of the planning committee, donors who offer items or services for the raffles and door prizes or various other items which help the fair run smoothly, vendors who will join us in the fair by purchasing a table(s) to showcase their company and product/services to the community, and volunteers to help with this years Red Cross Blood Drive. We hope you will join us this year in bringing health and wellness into our community! For more information please contact Carley Packard at (207) 743-5493.n Saint Dominic Academy Maine's Catholic PreK-12 College Preparatory School Admissions OPEN HOUSE Register online at www.StDomsMaine.org RSVP or for more information call 207.782.6911 Generous Tuition Assistance Available Grades 7-12 Welcome! Sunday, October 26, 2014 1 to 3 PM Doors open at 12:30 Saint Dominic Academy 121 Gracelawn Road, Auburn Oxford Chamber Show Laurie Allen and Jessica Lilly of Norway Savings Bank were ready to welcome the public at the 2013 Oxford Hills Chamber of CommerceвЂ™s Business Showcase. The 2014 Showcase and Chili and Chowder Tasting Contest will be on October 25 at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. Photo credit: Dan Sonnenfeld The Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Business Showcase on Saturday, October 25 in the gym at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. вЂњThis event is a great way for businesses and organizations in the Oxford Hills area to showcase who they are and what services or products they provide to the community,вЂќ said John Williams, Executive Director of the Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce. The Business Showcase is designed to give both small and large businesses an opportunity to interact with the public and attract new customers. Another attraction in the Business Showcase is the 2nd Annual Chili and Chowder Tasting Contest. вЂњOctober brings the cooler fall weather and who doesnвЂ™t love a hot bowl of chili or chowder to warm up,вЂќ said James Bouchard, the Chairman of the event as well as Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Chamber. вЂњThe chili and chowder tasting contest was so successful last year, we had to bring it back. WeвЂ™re expecting between 10 and 12 local restaurants will compete for the PeopleвЂ™s Choice and JudgeвЂ™s Choice awards for the best chili and the best chowder.вЂќ The chili and chowder tasting contest will run from 11:30 AM to 1 PM. Tickets are $5 per person to sample all the dishes. Entrance to the Business Showcase is free and the doors will be open to the public from 10 AM to 2 PM. вЂњBooth space is limited so donвЂ™t wait to register your business or organization for this event,вЂќ added Bouchard. The deadline to register is Friday, October 10 and to reserve a space contact the Chamber office at 207.743.2281, info@oxfordhillsmaine. com or online at www. oxfordhillsmaine.com n October 2014 Oxford Hills Observer Page 13 www.centralmainetoday.com NothinвЂ™ But Small TalkвЂ¦Drive Safe Around our Trailers PLEASE! Jess Small My 1,000-pound horse loads onto my trailer because she trusts me. She trusts me to keep her safe and to arrive at our destination stress free. She is not a boat or an ATV or camper that is stationary but is a live animal that has to balance on all four legs to prevent her from falling forward or sideways as I make a turn or stop at a light. I have to slow down extra early before a stop sign and take it easier around turns and sharp corners. I am always looking ahead; staying alert and paying attention to what other vehicles are doing around me. My horse is my most valued possession and I expect the other drivers on the road to respect that my live horse, my precious cargo can be severely hurt of killed because of their inattention, impatience or carelessness. Drivers on the road need to leave a large distance between all horse and livestock trailers, a minimum of three truck lengths, this gives me the time I need to stop softly without my horse being thrown around or falling. When headed up a hill or incline, usually I am going as fast as I can go while hauling my trailer. If you tailgate me because you think I am going too slowly, realize that if I have to stop or hit the brakes suddenly you will be going thru the back of my trailer where my horse is. The same goes for windy, twisty roads with lots of turns and curves, I will go slower to protect my horse and help them stay balanced. Please donвЂ™t tail gate!!! If you think I am going to slow and feel the need to pass my truck and trailer in a bad spot or with vehicles coming towards us, know that my rig weighs close to three tons. I cannot swerve nor do I want to put my horse at risk because of your impatience. If you pull out in front of me at the last second just so you wonвЂ™t be behind me then I have to hit my brakes hard and throw my horse into their chest bar, causing them to slip, lose their footing, get bounced around and possibly fall down. I have known horses that have been in trailer accidents and they have been killed, severely hurt or have been traumatized and wonвЂ™t get on a trailer ever again. The next time you see a horse trailer or are stuck behind one please think of the special animal that is on board, give them lots of space and be patient. Our horses are fragile so please donвЂ™t put their lives in danger. 20 OFF Cash windshields. $ 50 OFF Insurance DeductibleвЂ™s вњѓ $ 102 Main Street, Norway, ME 04268 Ricky L. Kangas 743-6478 Dad d INSURANCE REPLACEMENTS COMPLETE AUTO GLASS FOR ALL YOUR GLASS NEEDS y TWIN-TOWN GLASS s вЂ™ O I do not get road rage but the only time I have laid on my horn at another vehicle involved them pulling out in front of me while I was hauling my trailer or when they have passed Monday-Saturday 6AM -2PM Sunday Breakfast 6AM - Noon 901 MAIN STREET, ROUTE 26 OXFORD, ME 04270 539-8100 вЂўDaily Specials вЂўBreakfast All Day вЂўHomemade Dessert me with oncoming traffic. Please drive smart and think of what you are affecting in my trailer. If you donвЂ™t know how hard it is for my horse to stay balanced as swerve to avoid you or slam on my brakes because you pulled out in front of meвЂ¦come for a spin in my trailer with your hands tied! n FILL OR EXCHANGE YOUR LP GAS Stony Brook Variety Full Pizza Convenience Store Sandwiches Groceries Breakfast Sandwiches 0ASTRIESs#OFFEE 824-2836 Soups Beer Wine Tobacco -AIN3TREET(ANOVERs/0%.AMPM Just what our patients ordered. Jeannette Andrews, DO - Obstetrics & Gynecology Western Maine OB/GYN and Stephens Memorial Hospital welcomes their newest doctor Jeannette Andrews, DO. Dr. Andrews received her medical degree at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency training at the Uniformed Services University in Maryland. For more information about Dr. Andrews or Western Maine OB/GYN please visit us at www.wmhcc.org or call (207) 743-7605. Western Maine OB/GYN a department of Stephens Memorial Hospital 193 Main Street, Norway Maine 04268 (207) 743-7605 вЂў www.wmhcc.org Facebook.com/StephensMemorialME Page 14 October 2014 Oxford Hills Observer www.centralmainetoday.com Meet Our Generation of Oxford County Leaders! House District 72 Kathleen Dillingham Mechanic Falls, Otisfield and Oxford Kathleen is running to represent the towns of Mechanic Falls, Otisfield and Oxford in the Maine House of Representatives. Kathleen was raised in South Paris and Oxford. She graduated from Oxford Hills High School. Up until this past July, she served as a Legislative Aide in the House Republican Office. While working in Augusta, she staffed several Representatives and assisted them with their constituent work and legislative research. She is a member of the Town of Oxford Budget Committee and the Appeals Board. She is also a member of the Norway/Paris Kiwanis, East Oxford Cemetery Association and is the Manager for JacksonвЂ™s Sugar House and Vegetable Stand. She is a past member of the SAD 17 School Board and the Oxford Fair Association. She has also served as a past Girl Scout Leader and youth basketball coach. Kathleen lives in Oxford with her husband, Dana, on their small farm. Her daughter, Mikeckney Ward, is a college junior. She has three step-children; William Dillingham graduated from Old Dominion University and serves as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Virginia National Guard. Amanda Dillingham is finishing up her senior year of college. Oxford County Commissioner Timothy Turner Timothy Turner is a life long resident of Oxford County and a 25 year veteran of the State Police. The District 3 County Commissioner is responsible for negotiating contracts and budgets with the Sheriffs Department. As a veteran Law Enforcement officer he вЂњspeaks the languageвЂќ just as in any other profession and heвЂ™ll know the difference between a need and a вЂњnew toy to play withвЂќ. As an Army Veteran, football coach and Master of his Masonic Lodge, leadership and taking responsibility comes natural to him. Tim has been married for 30 years to his wife Wendy and together they have raised 4 children and have 8 grandchildren and has been a resident of Buckfield for 22 years. County Treasurer Marc Vanderwood Marc Vanderwood, a resident in Oxford for the past 18 years, graduated from the University of Alaska Fairbanks with a degree in Bachelor of Business Administration. Marc has worked for 15 years in the Information Technology sector, specializing in accounting and business management software. This, combined with his service as a Board of Director for Western Maine Community Action where he was a member of the Executive and Public Policy committees, make him uniquely qualified to lead a team of professionals as the County Treasurer. Having met with County Officials, Marc has learned there are a couple of outstanding projects in which the treasurer should be taking an active role. Those include: В· Assisting in the completion of an electronic time and attendance system and the transition to bi-weekly payroll which will allow for more accurate and timely payroll processing thus reducing processing costs. В· Evaluating and further training the employees in the use of the countyвЂ™s enterprise software, so that employees are able to take full advantage of the softwareвЂ™s vast capabilities. Given his experience, Marc is prepared to see these projects to fruition to ensure taxpayer dollars are being spent as effectively and judiciously as possible. He resides with his wife Sara and son Grey who enjoy racing their sled dogs, running, cross country skiing and mountain biking. Oxford County Sheriff Michael Parshall As a 35 year veteran of law enforcement, including over 4 years as Deputy Sheriff with the Oxford County SheriffвЂ™s Office and a current member of the Monmouth Police Department have ran a successful business for over 17 years and served 4 years as a Selectman for the town of Greene.I am running for Sheriff to enhance the safety of our towns and unorganized townships, while also advocating for prudent stewardship of our tax dollars that will protect our citizens now and in the future. Now, more than ever, we need leadership prepared to be proactive in addressing the safety concerns of our citizens and our border with Canada.I will bridge the gap between law enforcement agencies across the entire county to do better to work together as a team. I will provide the leadership capable of communicating with local and state elected officials to create real solutions to combat domestic violence.I am committed to restoring the call sharing agreement with the Maine State Police which doubled our coverage in Oxford County, saved on travel time between calls and made it safer for the public and our deputies and troopers along with saving us money. I will streamline call center transfers and double law enforcement services already being paid for by your tax dollars. I will build strong relationships with other law enforcement agencies, local and state government, and citizens to strengthen the public safety network and try to enhance local control with a helping hand type of management philosophy.I will improve moral within the sheriffвЂ™s office by settling the long over due union contract and provide adequately training and support and ensure equal opportunity for advancement. House District 115 Terrence L. Magee Rumford, Roxbury, Woodstock, Milton, Sumner Terrence L Magee has lived in Maine for over 25 years. He is currently employed as a special education teacher and has also worked at a local ski area and nonprofit human service agencies. TL has served on the Board of Directors for MSAD 44 and The Child Health Center, was Pack Master for the local Cub Scout Pack, and is a member of Jefferson Lodge 100. He and his wife live in Woodstock where they recently purchased and are renovating the Chase Store. His political views are simple. He believes that providing welfare and other government services to illegal aliens is foolish. His guiding principles are that the Constitution is law, and that smaller government, lower taxes, and personal responsibility are the basis for renewed prosperity in Maine. House District 73 Lloyd вЂњSKipвЂќ Herrick Buckfield, Hebron, Paris Skip Herrick is a lifelong resident of the Oxford Hills area. He lives in Paris with his wife, Deborah. He is a retired law enforcement officer with over 30 years of service including sixteen years as Oxford County Sheriff and ten years as Paris Police Chief. Skip is a former selectman for the town of Paris, is a member of Oxford Masonic Lodge, and was a longtime member of the Norway-Paris Kiwanis club. As sheriff, he established, the Oxford County Drug Task Force, a collaborative effort between Oxford County SheriffвЂ™s Office, Maine State Police and Maine Drug Enforcement Agency. He was chairman of the Greater Rumford Alliance for the Mentally Ill. As a trustee for the Maine Criminal Justice Academy, he served as Vice Chairman from 1997-2006. He served as chairman of the steering committee for the creation of the new criminal justice academy in Vassalboro, and chairman of the training standards committee for the new academy. He served on the Maine elder death review board for the Maine Attorney General, was a member of the Maine Criminal Justice Commission from 1992-1995 and is past president of the Maine SheriffвЂ™s Association. He served on the executive board of the National Rural Law Enforcement Center, Little Rock, Arkansas from 1995-2006. Skip has always been a strong voice for the people of Oxford County and will be the same in Augusta to represent the citizens of Buckfield, Hebron and Paris. Senate District 18 Joe Martin Joe is a lifelong resident of Rumford who owns a farm in Rumford Point where he raises livestock. He bought, owned and operated, then sold the Hotel Rumford as a successful business. Previous to owning the hotel he owned and operated a wood cutting operation, an auction business, a construction business, worked as an underwater welder and he ran a Christmas Wreath business. He worked mining Feldspar and selling it to the Feldspar Mill in West Paris, he has opened many mineral pockets in Maine and has supervised mining operations all over the world. Through all of these enterprises he has created hundreds of jobs here in Maine and in other areas. Joe is an active NRA member that believes strongly in the Second Amendment. Joe is the Master of the Grange at Rumford Center Grange #115 where he works to support local agriculture and he has sponsored many farm related activities for children. He has worked to bring businesses to the area with the most recent being Maine Specialty Woods that now occupies the old ThurstonвЂ™s Mill. As a State Senator Joe Martin will work to promote his principles of вЂњFiscal ResponsibilityвЂќ which include *Keeping taxes low *Not penalizing earnings and investments with regressive taxes *Create a transparent and accountable budget *Privatize public services *reform welfare *Manage Medicaid spending *Protect landowner property rights. Joe Martin believes it is time for District 18 to have more effective representation in Augusta to promote the area and bring in job opportunities. House District 71 Tom Winsor Norway, Sweden, Waterford and West Paris I am 70years old and while I still work part-time, I retired after more than 35 years of self-employment in the real estate industry. I am now serving my 12th year in the Legislature, and my 10th year on the Appropriations Committee. After the military and finishing college, I worked for Sears Roebuck in a number of locations as part of their management training program. I was born in Bangor, raised in Waterville and Pittsfield and moved to the Oxford Hills 40 years ago to raise my family. My wife, Patricia, and I have lived in the same house in Norway for more than 26 years. We share our home with our grand-daughter, and her mom, Dawn who works in Southern Maine. I also have two sons, Jon, and Josh, who live and work out of state. Jon has two children, and Josh one. All of my children attended and graduated MSAD 17 schools as does my grand-daughter, Emily. My campaign promise to you is: I will work full time for you in Augusta; I will tirelessly work to encourage economic growth, I will support and promote educational opportunities, I will listen to all sides of an issue, and I will treat everyone and all ideas with respect. House District 117 Fran Head Fran Head is enthusiastically running for the office of State Representative for District 117. Fran was born and raised in Woodstock, where she grew up on a farm. Fran is proud to have lived her life according to family values, and has a strong commitment to public service. Fran owns a real estate company, and is a member of the West Bethel Union Church. Fran is a proud mother of 3 children, along with 2 step children. She is married to David Head and is very pleased to call Bethel home. FranвЂ™s accomplished record of public service includes: вЂў Current member of Bethel Budget Committee вЂў Coordinated Project Graduation, organized Crescent Park reading program вЂў President, Bethel Senior Citizens Group вЂў Director of the Oxford County Soil and Water District Key Issues: вЂўEmpower Small Business Owners вЂўAdvocate for our Seniors вЂўSmart Spending вЂўStrengthen our Schools House District 69 Phyllis Ginzler Bridgton, Denmark, Harrison Phyllis Ginzler retired from Hewlett-Packard as a National Sales Manager after 24 years in the computer industry. She also spent 8 years as a public middle school teacher. She holds an MBA in Finance from Babson College in Wellesley MA. She is married with one son and one grandson. A long time resident of Bridgton, she now volunteers her time in her community. She is the president of the Bridgton Hospital Guild, an organization of volunteers that operates two businesses in Bridgton, the profits of which fund capital equipment for the hospital, as well as scholarships for the next generation of health care professionals. She serves on the board of directors of Bridgton Hospital and volunteers as a patient advocate in its Patient Assistance Program. She also serves on the board of the Bridgton Community Center where she has chaired the funding and strategy committees. Phyllis is a leader with a record of accomplishment in both the private and public sectors. She hopes to serve her Lake Region community by adding a strong conservative voice and a vote for their best interests. Senate District 19 James Hamper Bridgton, Brownfield, Denmark, Fryeburg, Harrison, Hiram, Naples, Norway, Otisfield, Oxford, Paris, Porter and Sebago Jim Is running for his second term in the Maine Senate, with 10 years of consecutive service in the Legislature. He has served on the Labor Committee, Environment and Natural Resources Committee, Energy and Utilities Committee and most recently the Health and Human Services Committee and this variety has given him a well rounded Legislative background. He has been a resident of the Oxford Hills for over 40 years and is married to his wife of 38 years; Lynn. They have 2 adult children and soon to be 3 grandchildren. Jim has worked his hands in wood as a carpenter all his adult life and with Bartow Construction for the last 35 years. Jim will, as always, work to make Maine more business friendly, lower our taxes, control state spending and reform welfare to ensure MaineвЂ™s most needy receive the help they need. For Voter and Volunteer Information Oxford Headquarters: Pete Laverdiere 1570 Main St., Oxford 207-622-6247 Oxford County, Maine Paid for and authorized by the Oxford County Maine Republicans, a tradition of leadership October 2014 Oxford Hills Observer Girl Scouts Parent Information Nights Girl Scouts of Maine will be hosting a parent information and registration meeting in the Oxford and Otisfield area. Please join us at the below meeting: Wednesday, October 8, 2014 вЂ“ 6:30 pm at Oxford Elementary School Girls and adults are invited to attend the meeting to find out about the many different and fun ways todayвЂ™s girls are participat- ing in Girl Scouting and how the programs and activities inspire them to reach their personal best. Participants will also learn about the flex- Page 15 www.centralmainetoday.com Annual Nursing Home Picnic ible options and benefits of becoming a Girl Scout volunteer. Girl Scouts of Maine serves over 10,000 girls statewide in grades K вЂ“ 12. For information on Girl Scouts or to volunteer, call Jeanie Duguay 364-3639 or toll free 1-888-922-4763 or visit Girl Scouts of Maine Website at www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.n On a lovely sunny Thursday, September 18th, the annual Nursing Home Picnicwas held at the Otisfield Community Hall. Members of the East Otisfield Free Baptist Church and townspeople work together to put this event on. Reverend Genise Stern set the menu and spearheaded the effort. She invited residents from the Maine Veterans Home, Market Square HealthcareCenter, Norway Rehabilitation and Living Center, and Casco Country Village Assisted Living. About 80 residents and healthcare workers attended. Mr. Jean Jalbert manned the grills, turning out hamburgers, cheeseburgers, red and brown hot dogs as fast as possible. A crew of runners, servers and healthcare workers delivered food to the residents. The menu included three kinds of beans, a variety of salads, ice cream and cookies. Volunteers included Callie Zilinsky, Ann Johnstone, Carol Trebilcock, Kathy Lothrop, Jean Pottle, Raye Rowe, Ethel Turner, June Van Mourik, Dinie Dunham, Pat Heintz, Priscilla Delehanty, Alana Grover, Vickie Rogers, and the always willing and helpful Jean Jalbert. Entertainment was provided by Betty DeCoteau, Art Rogers, Pastor Eric Hanson of Hosanna Church, Bert Rugg, Elaine Moore, Chris Wallace, and Doug Rugg, with the help of вЂњroadieвЂќ Caroline Currier. вЂњIt was such a nice atmosphere. Everybody was comfortable and felt welcome,вЂќ said Priscilla Delehanty. n DonвЂ™t Miss the Sounds of Summer By Dr. David Jardine Boothby Perry Law LLC L. Clinton Boothby Esq., Alan J. Perry Esg., Paul D. Corey Esq. Taylor S. Kilgore, Esq. ATTORNEYS AT LAW вЂў Divorce & Family Law вЂў Real Estate: Transaction & Litigation вЂў Criminal Law вЂў Small Business/Corporate вЂў Estate Planning, Probate & Trusts вЂў Personal Injury 64 Paris Street Norway, ME Phone: 207-739-2056 Fax: 207-739-2084 New Construction - Additions Remodeling Roofing - Hardwood Flooring 890-1309 At Turner Publishing we publish 20 papers monthly, all available FREE ONLINE! www.turnerpublishing.net As summer arrives, beautiful sounds surround us again -- birds singing, water splashing on the lake, crowds cheering at baseball games, burgers sizzling on the grill. How appropriate that May is Better Hearing Month. ItвЂ™s the perfect time to reflect on your hearing health and take steps to improve your hearing if you are missing those wonderful summer sounds. When our patients are treated for hearing loss, we find that their only regret is that they did not see us sooner. IвЂ™d like to share the top five benefits our patients recognize when they come through our doors at Central Maine Hearing Center, and why they feel confident recommending us to their friends and family. 1. You are covered. Central Maine Hearing Center is the preferred provider of most insurance plans. Comprehensive, accurate diagnostic testing completed in a state-of-the-art facility is a covered benefit. Patients pay no or very little out of pocket for testing by a doctor of audiology. 2. You receive the hearing aid that is perfectly right for you. We are the only practice in the area to carry all major brands of hearing aids. We also conduct extensive validation studies on each hearing aid to make sure it is programmed to provide optimal performance. For us, close is not good enough. Our patientsвЂ™ hearing aids are precisely programmed for their individual hearing loss and unique needs. 3. You have access to cutting edge technology in hearing health. As the leader in hearing healthcare, Central Maine Hearing Center is the only practice in the area offering patients extended wear hearing aids and non-surgically implanted devices for deafened adults. 4. You gain peace of mind by receiving the best, most coordinated care possible. Our team is the most experienced in the area, with extensive training in hearing sciences and technology and more than 50 years of combined clinical experience. We are also the only hearing practice associated with a major medical center. We can seamlessly coordinate care with other providers, provide preventative care to maintain good hearing, and help identify risk factors for future hearing loss. 5. You can afford to hear better. We are the only practice that offers zero interest payment plans for hearing aids and accessories. We help most people get the hearing aids they need at prices they can afford. Furthermore, all patients receive a comprehensive service plan on our hearing aids, which includes batteries, service, free technology upgrades and insurance for loss or damage. You have options when it comes to choosing a hearing health care provider. At Central Maine Hearing Center, we feel patients deserve better вЂ“ quality care, excellent value, and commitment to long-term satisfaction. Summer is nearly here. If you have hearing loss, donвЂ™t let another season get away. Call now вЂ“ 786-9949 вЂ“ to schedule an appointment and hear the sounds of summer in high definition. пїЅ Hear Better. Live Better. You deserve it. You can afford it. Central Maine Hearing Center offers High Definition Hearing Aids for $1,200. Invest $1,200 in your quality of life and hear what youвЂ™ve been missing. Call 786-9949 for a consultation. Page 16 Oxford Hills Observer www.centralmainetoday.com October 2014