Easton soldier welcomed home
EASTON NEWS
by Hillary Hallett
Mike and Loris Allen were in Bangor on Sept. 1 to visit with their son Sgt. First Class Jay Winger. Jay has been stationed at Kandhar Air Field, Afghistan, for the past nine months. The plane Jay was on stopped for two hours to refuel in Bangor on its way back to Fort Stewart, Ga.
A great time was had by all that went to welcome him back to the states. Those present to greet him were: Mike and Loris Allen, cousin Andrew King and his wife Nicole, sons Blake and Thomas King, all of Easton; Jay’s brother, Brad Winger, his wife Tammy and nephews Jaren and Karsen Winger of Presque Isle; and Harold and Irene Williams of Holden. Jay was united at Fort Stewart with his wife, Ana, and Reese, a beloved dog. Jay’s family gave him red hotdogs to take home, as they are not available in his part of the U.S.
Sgt. Winger has 19 and a half years in the Army and will be able to retire in May of 2014. Welcome home Jay!
Photos courtesy of Hillary Hallett
Sgt. First Class Jay Winger had a recent stopover in Bangor on his way home from Kandahar Air Field, Afghanistan, where he has been stationed for the past nine months. After the layover, Jay continued home to Fort Stewart, Ga. Seen in the photo are, in front from left: Winger, Loris Allen, Karsen Winger, Thomas King, Nicole King and Blake King. In back: Mike Allen, Jaren Winger, Tammy Winger, Harold & Irene Williams, Brad Winger, Andrew King and others traveling with Winger.
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Easton Fire Department
Easton Fire Department recently participated in the County Firemen’s Muster in Fort Kent. Firefighters competing included in front from left: Heather Copeland, Garrett Gray, Zachary Lamoreau and Jack Shannon. In back from left: Kyle White, Shawn Michaud, Marl Copeland, Fire Chief Kim White, James Desmond and Derrick Cyr. The department earned two third-place trophies!
Easton Fire Department’s newest Junior Firefighters are pictured here. Thanks to Stephanie Hammond and Zachary Lamoreau for being an important part of the Easton community!
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MEMBERS OF Fastenal’s Easton co-ed softball team included, kneeling in front: Kyle Goupille. Second row, from left: Allison Macdonald, Derick St. Peter and Brandon Caverhill. In back: Chad Phillips, Stacey Bernier, Jeremiah Fitzherbert, Scott Reynold and Bryan Shaw.
Inglorious Batters’ co-ed Easton softball team included, in front from left: Kelsey Gilson, Jordan Canney, Corey White, Mindy Desmond, Carl Mullen and Jeremy Corey. In back: Reid Clark, Matt Wright, CJ Beaton, Adam McEntee and Harvey Brown.
CO-ED SOFTBALL — The Easton Fire Department participated in Easton Recreation Department’s co-ed softball season. Team members included in no particular order: Gary Barnes, Kim White, Jordan Doody, James Desmond, Heather Copeland, Mark Copeland, Dana Cyr, Greg White, Shawn Doody, Lisa Cyr, Stephanie Hammond and Doug Hammond.
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Swim lessons — Taking party in swimming lessons this summer with the Easton Recreation Department were, in front from left: Zachary Pelletier, Blake King, Hayden and Olivia Keep, Kaylie Tompkins, and Madison Patterson. Second row: Aiden Richardson, Madison Seeley, Kenzie Legassie, Chloe Lento, Jack McQuade, and Jakob and Ashton Long. Third row: Devin Daniels, Mitchell and Chase Flewelling, Kennedy Dumond, and Gabe Legassie.
Harvest Safety Class
Easton High School, Easton FFA, local growers and the Maine Potato Board offered a class this past week on harvest safety.
Many of the students attending have never set foot in a potato field or in a potato house. The class consisted of classroom time with George McLaughlin, representing the MPB, and FFA Advisor Kevin Marquis. The students were shown a video produced by the Cooperative Extension that displayed the do’s and don’ts and he also brought along some visual aids to demonstrate how quickly and easily things can go wrong.
After the classroom portion of the workshop the students visited Flewelling Family Farms; owner Brent Flewelling had a potato truck, harvester and bin piler set up for the youth to tour. They all got the opportunity to sit in an operator/driver’s seat to see exactly what that person can and cannot see. Flewelling made this training mandatory for any students who plan to work on his farm this year!
Friends-n-Family continues
Easton United Baptist Church meets each Wednesday evening throughout the year for fellowship and dinner from 5:30-7 p.m. in the church dining area. All our welcome to attend!
Happy Days update
On Thursday, Sept. 26, there will be a fall trip to the Lakeview in St. Agatha. Easton seniors are invited to attend and bring a friend. The group hopes to see you at their meetings. Please contact President Nina Trask for more information.
Easton planning Sesquicentennial
The Easton Sesquicentennial Planning Committee needs your help. The committee would love to have stories, photographs and history of the town for a publication they are in the process of compiling. All materials can be turned in to the Town Office starting immediately. The committee is also looking for activities suggestions and volunteers. If you are interested in being involved, e-mail info@eastonme.com.
Benefit Supper planned
Save the date!On Saturday, Oct. 5, there will be supper for the Lento family. Paige has Jeune’s Syndrome, liver disease and has recently transitioned into kidney failure. She is 8 years old and lives in Easton. Currently she is on the waiting list for a new liver and kidneys. Meanwhile Paige is a patient at Boston Children’s Hospital and has recently started dialysis. She will require dialysis treatments three times a week from now until the transplants become available. Beans, hotdogs, coleslaw, potato salad and gingerbread are on the menu. Dinner will be served at Central Aroostook High School from 4-6 p.m. by donation, with a silent and live auction to follow at 6 p.m. If you would like to donate for the auction, please do so by Friday, Sept. 27. Items can be dropped off at the Northern Lighthouse on Main Street in Mars Hill anytime between now and then. Items must be received by the Sept. 27 so they can be numbered and put in a booklet for the auctioneer.
Stewart graduates basic training
Army Pvt. Codie A. Stewart has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
Stewart is the son of Tina Fields and stepson of Johnathan Fields, both of Fort Kent.
He is a 2012 graduate of Easton Junior/Senior High School.
Wesleyan Church Midweek Program
Children in preschool to grade 6 are invited to The Incredible Race. You can get your picture taken while sitting in a race car, have a ride on a four-wheeler or decorate an edible race car tire! All this and more will happen Wednesday, Sept. 18, from 6-7 p.m. at the Easton Wesleyan Church. Join us for the kids’ midweek program Race Track Qualifying Night.
Upcoming Rec events
Swimming Lessons at the Presque Indoor Pool are open to children ages 4 and older. Classes will be held on Mondays and Fridays at 1 p.m. from Sept. 23 through Oct. 1. The bus departs from the Hall at 12:30 p.m. and will return by 2:20 p.m. The cost is $21 ($16.50 for additional child from same immediate family). Pre-registration required!
Easton Recreation Department and the Maine Cooperative Extension will be offering a Fall Cooking Camp on Sept. 23, 24, 26 and 27 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Hall on the Station Road. The cost is $15. Open to grades 1 and up. This year’s theme will be “potatoes” — we’ll be making potato pizza, cookies, breads, soups and more! We will be serving the seniors dinner on Friday at 11:15 a.m. Grandparents invited!
Easton Recreation in collaboration with MoonDance Studios will be offering a dance camp on Sept. 30, Oct. 1, 3 and 4 at 8:30 and 10 a.m. at the Hall. The cost is $25. First class will be for ages 6-9 and the second class 10 year olds and up. We will be focusing on Hip hop and Jazz. Dress in comfortable clothes to move easily.
Karate Camp will be offered over harvest break at the Easton Recreation Department on Oct. 7, 8, 10 and 11 from 3-5 p.m. The cost is $20 and pre-registration is required. Open to ages 6 and up. Must have a minimum of 12 participants to run the program. Athletes should wear comfortable clothes to move easily.
Easton Recreation Department will be hosting a soccer clinic with Coach Dan on Friday, Sept. 20. From 8 to 10 a.m. children in ECP (age 4) through third grade will enjoy soccer instruction. 10 a.m. to noon will be time for the older athletes (grades 4 and up) to participate in this special coaching. The cost for the day is only $10! Non-residents welcome!
Rec calendar
Wednesday, Sept. 18 — Junior Activities from 9:30-11 a.m. at the Hall; this program is open to all children ECP age and younger.
First and second grade soccer game at Mars Hill at 3:15 p.m. on the Recreation soccer field behind CAHS. Carpooling directly after school.
Thursday, Sept. 19 — Movie Field Trip; departing from the school at noon and returning at 2:45 p.m. The cost is $5. This price includes ticket, soda and popcorn. Please check closer to date of the event for the movie title and rating. Concessions will be open for additional items.
Little Kickers from 5-6 p.m. on the Rec field behind the playground.
Friday, Sept. 20 — Soccer Clinic with Coach Dan. The fee is only $10 for two hours of instruction time. Children ages 4 through third grade will be meet from 8-10 a.m. and grades four and up from 10 a.m. to noon. Out-of-town residents are welcome!
Saturday, Sept. 21 — Fifth- and sixth-grade soccer round robin in Ashland. Times to be announced.
Monday, Sept. 23 — Cooking Camp from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Pre-registration required.
First swim lesson of harvest break, pre-registration required. The bus departs from the Hall at 12:30 p.m. and will return by 2:20 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 24 — Cooking Camp from 9:30 a.m. and noon.
Grades 1 and 2 soccer vs. Washburn at 12:30 p.m. on the Recreation field.
Fifth- and sixth-grade soccer practice from 5-6:15 p.m. on the girls’ soccer.
Wednesday, Sept. 25 — Field trip to Playland Adventures in Brewer. The bus departs at 7:45 a.m. and will return by 5 p.m. The cost is $10; this includes bouncing, pizza and soda. Concessions will be open for other items and activities. A specific release is required, please contact the Recreation Department if you need one. Socks required!
Hillary Hallett is the correspondent for Easton. She can be reached by sending an e-mail to: recreation@eastonme.com or call 551-7737.
