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New program: students learn to cross-country ski!
Gray Parks and Recreation Department has teamed up with Pineland to offer Dunn students an opportunity to cross-country ski once a week. In addition, students have been provided new rental equipment to use for the season...Shelley Holmquist, shown here at Dunn School last week, has been instructing the participants. In the photo she is conducting training exercises.

The program is held weekly on Tuesdays from 3-4:30. When there is enough snow, the program will move from the Dunn Playground training area onto the trails at Pineland.

Farm forum
Farm Forum on February 23 at 7:00 downstairs at Stimson Hall. Farm and Open Space Law. Bring your questions, keyed to agriculture. How do you qualify? If you own 10 acres or more of agricultural land, come talk with us. Sponsored by RC&D, ME Department of Agriculture, Council of Governments, Town Assessor.

Hockey News
In Middle School action, GNG-Poland suffered two losses over the weekend. In Sunday's game they lost to Marshwood 6 to 4. Scoring for GNG-Poland were 2 goals for Matt McLeod along with one each for Gardner Lajoie & Ben Piper. Jake Trickey had an assist. Sean Bilodeau was tending goal. Scoring for Marshwood were a hat trick for Joel Bergstrom, two goals for Dalton Hosken and one for Pat MacGinnis. Assists went to Bergstrom, Hosken, MacGinnis & Will Hosken. Jarod Tobey was in the net.

In last Monday's game GNG-Poland lost 10 to 1 against Saco. Scoring the lone goal for GNG-Poland was Johnny Conant assisted by Ben Piper & Gardner Lajoie. Sean Bilodeau as goalie.

In Middle School Hockey action, GNG-Poland lost this week to Kennebunk 7 to 3. Scoring for GNG-Poland were 2 goals for Zack Arnold & one for Gardner Lajoie. Assists went to Lajoie & Johnny Conant. Sean Bilodeau & Nick Roy tended goal. Scoring for Kennebunk were 5 goals for Covey Cole and one each for Ryder Hoyes and Chris Langlais. Cam Keith tended goal.

Let's Yell It For the Red and White!

Mark February 7th on your calendar! That's the day that the Patriot Cheerleaders are competing for the State Championship at the Augusta Civic Center. That's right! On January 24th the Patriot Cheerleaders placed 4th at the Western Maine Regional Competition held in Augusta. Their cleanest, sharpest routine of this year earned them a score of 131.1--their best score this season. Thirteen Class B teams competed and our Cheerleaders proved that practice, determination, and enthusiasm will carry you through.

Competitive cheerleading reguires strength training, dance, tumbling, precise motion, and so much more. Their focus on execution once again showed that smaller squads can still place well. The Patriot Cheer Fans aren't always the largest group (hint hint), but certainly have enormous enthusiasm and excellent voice projection. It's always pleasing to see Mr Penna and Mr Robbins showing their support. On February 1st the Patriot Cheerleaders will compete at Marshwood High School in the Cheers From the Heart competition. This annual competition benefits local charities.

The next time you see a Patriot Cheerleader or Coach Becky Norton, whose selfless devotion helps drive the squad, say "Hey, good luck and great job!" All the cheer Moms and Dads are very proudof the excellent job their daughters did. Join them in their support!

AA Meetings:
Mondays 10:30-noon, Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Al-Anon meetings: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m.
All are held at St. Gregory's Parish Hall, North Raymond Road, Gray. All are welcome.

Ice Fishing Tournament
Gray--The Patriots Grandstand Club is sponsoring an ice fishing tournament on Saturday, Feb.28 at Sabbathday Lake (Rt. 26, beach side) Registration starts at 6:00 am. The tournament starts at 7:00am. and ends at 3:30pm. The fee is $10 per person or $15 per family; the proceeds will support GNG football. Prizes will be awarded for the biggest fish, 1st place is $100, 2nd place is $75, 3rd place is $50 and $25 savings bond will be awarded to the junior (under 12) participant catching the biggest fish. There will also be door prizes and a 50\50 raffle. To pre-register or for more information contact Barney Stilphen 657-5400, or go to GNG football web sight, wwwgngfootball.org. The storm date is Feb 29th.

The grandstand club is also planning a prom fashion show for sometime in March and a spaghetti dinner is tentatively being planned for April. Watch for more information about these events.



Citizen Corps Upcoming Meetings:
Fri, Feb 13, 6:30 pm, Stimson Hall, Gray village
Helping your Fire-Rescue Dept during disasters
Fri, Mar 12, 6:30 pm, Stimson Hall, Gray village
Traffic Control, Nate Tsukroff, Gray Fire-Police
Fri, Apr 9, 6:30 pm, Stimson Hall, Gray village
Disaster Operations Training (I), Red Cross
Fri, May 14, 6:30 pm, Stimson Hall, Gray village
Disaster Operations Training (II), Red Cross
Sat, June 26, 10am-noon, Stimson Hall, Gray village (note special date/time)
Bicycle Safety, Bicycle Coalition of Maine instructor
All are welcome.

Ice Fishing Tournament
New Gloucester Feb. 7. The annual Ice Fishing Tournament sponsored by the First Congregational-Christian Church of New Gloucester takes place on Sabbathday Lake on Saturday, February 7, from 6 am to 4 pm. After you catch that Big One, take it to the tournament's headquarters, the Sabbathday Lake Grange, on Rt. 26, to be weighed.

Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at Cloutier's Market and Wing's Variety, on Rt. 100, New Gloucester; Buddy's Store, Rt. 26, New Gloucester; Dag's Bait Shop, Towle St., Auburn; or from Tournament Chairman Roger Hines (926-3943).

First prize: An ice augur from Dick's Sporting Goods; Second prize: an Indian basket and five traps; Third prize: $50 L.L. Bean gift certificate. Also there will be many door prizes. Note: All state fishing laws must be observed, and the judge's decision will be final. The proceeds of this tournament will sponsor a family for a week at Camp Sunshine, a camp for children with life-threatening diseases. Thanks to all who plan to support this event, and watch these pages for the announcement of the winners.

The Future of the Fairgrounds
On Thursday, February 19, John Green, a member of New Gloucester's Fairgrounds Use Committee, will discuss the committee's progress in framing recommendations for Trotters Park, the fairgrounds property, which is now owned by the town. The meeting will take place at 7:30 pm at the New Gloucester Meetinghouse, 389 Intervale Rd. (Rt. 231). The talk is sponsored by the Historical Society.

As is the Society's custom, there will be a short business meeting and refreshments preceding Mr. Green's talk. All are warmly welcome to attend.

Superbowl party, big screen TV, lots to eat, members and guests, non smoking, 1 Feb FMI Gray American Legion 657-4884 Also, Daytona 500 party, big screen TV, lots to eat, members and guests, non smoking, 15 Feb. FMI Gray American Legion 657-4884 (3. Gloria Jean, DJ, karaoke, refreshments, members and guests, non smoking last Friday of every month 27 Feb. FMI Gray American Legion 657-4884 (4. Hall rentals upstairs are available to the public at The Gray American Legion.

Please call Terry Tarsetti with any questions. 657-4235 (Non smoking) end. Thank you very much for your time. Please call me or e mail me if you have any questions. Terry Tarsetti, Gray American Legion.

Gray Little League Registrations: During registrations we hope you'll come forward and volunteer your time. We'll also be accepting letters of intent to manage & coach teams. New faces are needed & welcome. The following dates are for all divisions, T-Ball through the Jr/Sr League. FMI: 657-2104/657-3438. Wednesday, Feb 25, 6 p-8 p; Saturday, Feb 28, 9 a-12 p Wednesday, Mar 3, 6 p-8 p; Saturday, Mar 6, 9 a-12 p.

Poland Fire Rescue Pancake breakfast: All you can eat! February 15, 2004. 7-11 a.m. Poland Community School, Rt. 26, Maine St., Poland. Serving pancakes, eggs, ham, bacon, coffee, and more…$4 per person ages 6 and up. All proceeds to benefit Poland Fire-rescue.