Summer visitors very often come and go without leaving many concrete contributions to their communities they inhabit part time. An enormous exception to this idea in our town is the Cooney family, of South Waldoboro.
Round Pond Column
It is hard to believe that Christmas is on our doorstep. The weather is cooperating somewhat, giving us a little coating of the white stuff. We have received so many wonderful Christmas cards this year, which I have to admit makes me feel a little guilty because I stopped doing them a few years ago. But we certainly do like getting them, and we would like thank everybody that has sent us one.
Paws for Thought
No matter what I think I know about dogs, I have discovered there is always more to learn. The two lovely boxers I recently pet-sat for reminded me of this fact. They were shy, sweet, and eager to make friends (and very happy to accept treats from me). And, apparently, at least one of them likes to chew on slippers.
John D. Buckingham Jr. Jan. 21, 1933 - Dec. 14, 2017
John D. Buckingham Jr., 84, passed away peacefully at his home Dec. 14 surrounded by his loving family. He had fought prostate cancer for many years using all the latest treatments he could, and was grateful that he was able to gain some extra time.
Blood Drive in Waldoboro
The Waldoboro Baptist Church, at 71 Grace Ave. in Waldoboro, will hold a Red Cross blood drive on Wednesday, Dec. 27 from 2-7 p.m. All presenting donors will receive a Red Cross T-shirt.
CLC Y’s Giving Tree a Great Success
The success of the Central Lincoln County YMCA’s Community Giving Tree is due to the great collaborative efforts among the CLC YMCA, Damariscotta Baptist Church, Damariscotta Montessori School, the Damariscotta Police Department, the Damariscotta town office, the Ecumenical Food Pantry, Great Salt Bay Community School, the Jefferson town office, Jefferson Village School, Lincoln Academy, Maine Behavioral Healthcare, Miller Elementary School, the Newcastle town office, Nobleboro Central School, the Nobleboro town hall, Second Congregational Church, South Bristol School, Stepping Stones Mental Health and Counseling Inc., Sweetser, and YMCA Child Care.
Mid-Coast Energy Systems Helps Big Brothers Big Sisters
Mid-Coast Energy Systems president Bill Morgner recently presented a check to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Maine for $700 from the Christmas ornament auction held during the annual Mid-Coast Energy Systems Christmas party.
GSB Announces Honor Roll
Great Salt Bay Community School in Damariscotta announces its first-trimester honor roll as follows:
Grade five
A’s and B’s: Kaiden Abbott, Kellen Adickes, Tyson Ball, Jordan Blanc, Lydia Branson, Jayden Brown, Sean Cushing, Morgyn Deahl, Kaley Edgar, Eliana Floge, Lucy Fowler, Otis Frost, Ben Gordon, Gabriel Hanley, Marianna Janik, Remy LeBel, Joseph Levesque, Harper Lilly, Tessa McNamara, Bryce Meadows, Eli Melanson, Scarlett O’Brien, Hanna Perce, Tallulah Stirratt, and Olivia Swartzentruber
Lincoln County Dental Announces Dental Clinic Fundraising Campaign
The mission of Lincoln County Dental Inc. is to provide access to dental care to those individuals who are at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty line and have no dental “home.” The agency opened its doors seven years ago and served Lincoln County residents. In June 2016, a catastrophic flood destroyed the clinic, forcing the abrupt closure of the Damariscotta location. Since that time, the administrative home for Lincoln County Dental has been on the St. Andrews Campus of LincolnHealth, where it has continued to provide a very limited array of services.
Donald the Cat Loves Christmastime
Donald the cat is enjoying his first Christmas season, the greatest enjoyment being the lights and the ornaments. Donald was adopted last February from Lincoln County Animal Shelter and has proven to be a great companion and provider of many laughs from his antics.
Coastal Senior College Offers Winter Courses
This winter’s varied offerings at Coastal Senior College range from historical architectural studies to current thinking on finding solutions to Maine’s addiction crisis. Classes meet during the day and are taught by instructors passionate about their subject matter.
A Special Time of Year
The recent arrival of snow is a clear sign of winter and the holiday season. One result is that people everywhere tend to band together a little bit more, knowing that while there may not be peace on earth, home, at least, can be a place of security and reassurance. While world events seem sometimes as if we were all afloat in the same small boat on a storm-tossed sea, our own personal port in heavy weather can be a very safe place indeed.
Waste Watch
Brrr … turn off the freezer. I’m ready for a January thaw right now. I guess we’ll get through it. In the spirit of optimism, did you know that Thursday is the shortest day of the year? Spring can only be just around the corner.
Having Happy Holidays with Happy Pets
The holiday season can be an exciting, active time for Maine families and their pets. State officials offer some helpful tips for pet owners and those expanding their families to include new pets. These pointers aim to help avoid stressful visits to the veterinary emergency room.
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