NORTON, MA — Junior forward Caroline DiGiovanni (Harwich, Mass.) scored a pair of goals to lead the No. 6 Babson College field hockey team over host Wheaton College (Mass.), 7-0, this evening in New England Women’s & Men’s Athletic Conference play at Nordin Field on the Wheaton campus in Norton, Mass.

The Beavers, who are ranked in the most recent National Field Hockey Coaches Association poll, improve to 6-3 on the season, including a perfect 2-0 in league play to extend their incredible conference regular-season win streak to 61 straight with their last NEWMAC loss dating back to October 17, 2015. The Lyons fall to 6-3 and 0-2 in league action.

Babson dominated from start to finish, owning a 29-1 shot advantage, including identical 8-0 margins in the second and fourth quarters of play. The Beavers held a 10-1 advantage in penalty corners as well.

Wheaton’s defense was resilient for most of the first quarter and did not break until Babson broke through on a penalty corner inside the final two minutes of the period. Senior back Berit Sharrow (Denver, Colo.) took a short cross from senior defender Ellie Powers (Bethlehem, Pa.) and fired a shot from just inside the circle on the left side for the first marker of the night and her third goal of the season with just 83 seconds left in the quarter.

The Beavers added to their total with a successful strike early in the second quarter to double their lead at 2-0. Junior midfielder Alex Michelotti (Englewood, Colo.) carried the ball down to the endline on the right side, before sending a centering cross to classmate Caroline DiGiovanni (Harwich, Mass.), who ripped a shot from the front of the cage for her first marker of the match just 2:54 into the period.

Graduate student forward Andrea Marguerite (Hopkinton, Mass.) increased the visitors’ cushion to 3-0 with a goal coming with 6:58 remaining before the intermission. Marguerite collected a loose ball just outside the circle, before pulling it inside the arc, where she unleashed a bouncing shot that found the far left corner of the cage for her third tally of the year,

The Lyons’ defense did a commendable job to hold nationally-ranked Babson to just three goals in the opening half, but the Beavers erupted for three goals in a span of just over six minutes of play in the third quarter to effectively put the game out of reach.

DiGiovanni’s second score came when she collected a long rebound, turned and fired a shot into the back of the cage from just outside the goal box for her seventh goal of the year with 10:27 to go in the quarter. Babson scored just 2:07 later to bump its cushion to 5-0. Junior back Sanne van der Goes (Glenview, Ill.) dribbled the ball along the endline before sending a cross to the front of the cage, where sophomore forward Helen DiGiovanni (Harwich, Mass.) converted for her third marker of the season. The Beavers’ final goal of the quarter came with 4:02 showing on the clock to give them a 6-0 advantage. Graduate student midfielder Katie Guden (Belmont, Mass.) carried the ball along the endline, before flipping it to the front of the cage for senior forward Jessica Evans (Southbury, Conn.), who was able to push the ball over the goal line for her fourth tally of the year.

Wheaton stemmed Babson’s momentum in the fourth quarter, holding it to just one goal for the quarter. Senior midfielder Camille Marsh (Englewood, Colo.) ripped a shot from five yards in front of the cage, but Lyon defender Abby Miller (Andover, Mass.) stopped the attempt with a defensive save. Junior forward Ally Antonacci (Skillman, N.J.) picked up the rebound and lifted it into the back of the cage in a scrum for her first goal of the season with 8:22 remaining in the contest.

The Lyons only shot of the match came with 7:56 left in the third quarter when senior midfielder Lydia Gaudreau (Gorham, Maine) smacked a shot from the edge of the arc on a penalty corner, but it proved to be harmless.

Senior keeper Bayla Furmanek (State College, Pa.) was untested in the match and posted her fifth shutout of the season for the Beavers and the 26th blank sheet of her career, while Sophomore goalie Grace Ferguson (Williston, Vt.) made nine saves for Wheaton. Junior defender Maddie Hatch (Gorham, Maine) joined Miller with a defensive save for the home team.

WINDHAM, ME – The Giving Tree of Maine & Mystical & Whimsical Events is excited to announce the kickoff of our fundraising and toy/gift/family item collections on Saturday, October 13th, during our “The Sanderson Sisters’ Spooktacular Halloween Family Event” at the Windham Town Hall Gymnasium. This family-friendly event will run from 10 AM to 3 PM and is free for all attendees.

Founded in 2019 by our daughter, Julia Swett, The Giving Tree of Maine has been dedicated to supporting families in need throughout the community. Julia, a recipient of the WCSH6 Teens Who Care Award at just 15 years old, featured on 207Maine (https://www.newscentermaine.com/video/news/local/207/giving-tree-of-maine/97-927d2b80-ae55-4ca5-8009-9cd9e601f761) is now a Trauma RN at Orlando Healthcare in Orlando, Florida. Her younger sister, Braedyn, continues to champion our fundraising efforts, ensuring that our mission lives on.

This year, we aim to surpass last year’s success, where we provided gifts to over 20 families in Maine. Our upcoming event will feature a variety of activities, including:

Music

Craft Stations

Halloween Marketplace

Wand Making

Potion Making

Raffles and Giveaways

We are proud to announce that we just concluded our Harry Potter Diagon Alley Market Family Event, where we collected socks for those in need. With your help, we hope to gather even more toys and gifts this holiday season.

Join us for a day of fun, creativity, and community spirit as we work together to make a difference in the lives of families across Maine.

For more information about our event or to learn how you can contribute, please contact us at givingtreeofmaine@gmail.com or mysticalwhimsicalevents@gmail.com

Thank you for your support!

SOUTH PORTLAND, ME — American Idol star Julia Gagnon will have a free Halloween performance at the Maine Mall-area Goodwill store 4:30-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18. Gagnon, a former Goodwill NNE employee, learned interpersonal skills working at the Falmouth, ME Goodwill that she now uses in her singing career. Now, Gagnon is giving back to the local nonprofit by helping to promote sustainable Halloween shopping. 

“In the three years I worked at Goodwill, I learned how to talk with people and the fact that everyone has a different story that is unique and beautiful in their own way,” Julia said. “I also learned how important shopping secondhand can be when it comes to the environment.” As advocates for sustainable fashion, Julia and Goodwill NNE are partnering up to bring a special DIY costume shopping experience that celebrates secondhand.

About 83% of costumes end up in landfills. Shopping secondhand, especially for Halloween, has never been more important. A leader in reuse, Goodwill NNE diverts 50+ million pounds of donated goods from landfills annually and makes shopping secondhand accessible and affordable. That’s important because according to Goodwill Industries International’s 2024 Halloween Survey, inflation is impacting what families are able to spend on Halloween costumes this year.

The survey shows that more people are planning DIY costumes this year with pop-culture and character-based costumes leading in popularity. Julia and Goodwill NNE will be serving thrifted costume inspiration like “how to make an idol” on their social media platforms and in-person at the event. 

“The average consumer can no longer afford to spend $50 dollars on something they’ll only wear once,” said Goodwill NNE’s Vice President of Retail, Dave Robison. “We’re here to provide affordable, sustainable costumes that offer room for creativity, and discourage throw-away culture.”

Revenue from Goodwill NNE stores goes towards funding their mission of helping people achieve personal stability in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. We at Goodwill like to call it value shopping, with values.

Julia and her fiancé Nate will be performing a mini-concert followed by a meet-and-greet at the event on Oct. 18  at the Goodwill store at 555 Maine Mall Road in South Portland. With your support, we’ll make a difference to people in our northern New England community, and the planet.

 WINDHAM, ME — Saturday October 19th from 5:30-11 pm at 14 Lilac Drive in Windham, Riding To The Top Therapeutic (RTT) Riding Center will host its 16th Annual Triple B ~ Boots, Band and BBQ.

This year’s event will celebrate “Team RTT,” and all the different ways that this manifests at the farm – from riding teams to volunteers to staff to client families to paddock mates. RTT pays tribute to the people, horses, businesses and organizations that have helped sustain Riding The Top since its beginning in 1993. Organizers for the October 19th event have a goal of raising $200,000 to support Financial Aid for RTT’s clients and Horse Care.

The evening will feature Schilly’s mouthwatering barbecue, a Mission Based Auction, dancing to the live music of local favorite “Under The Covers,” a fantastic raffle, photo booth, boot contests and door prizes.  Michelle Taylor of 99.9 THE WOLF will return to emcee and auctioneer Elizabeth Ross Holmstrom will call the unique mission based auction.  

This annual “Party with a Purpose” plays a vital to role in RTT’s ability to provide equine-assisted services for local children and adults with disabilities. Sarah Bronson, RTT’s Executive Director, shared that “this event has become a community favorite. While raising critical funds to support RTT’s programs and most notably our Rider and Horse Funds, it’s also an incredibly fun evening for our guests, including some time meeting our horses, enjoying delicious food, music and dancing!”

This year’s Triple B is supported by many local business partners led by our Grand Champion Sponsor, Portland Volvo, and Reserve Champion Sponsor, Norway Savings Bank.

If you’re interested in more information or reserving your tickets today, please visit: https://www.ridingtothetop.org/tripleb

RTT Client and volunteer riding team work with herd member, Dream

RTT Client and volunteer riding team walk with herd member, Paxton

GORHAM, ME — Halloween is creeping up and many stores have already started putting out inventory at scary good prices. Whether you’re looking for spooky decorations or a hat to finish your look, Goodwill is here for all your Halloween needs.

When you donate and shop at Goodwill, you’re supporting a circular economy (no trick here). And that’s the real treat! Have an old costume? Donate it today for someone else to enjoy!

GORHAM, ME – On Saturday, October 26, 2024, 7:00 PM at McCormack Performing Arts Center — Gorham High School, 41 Morrill Avenue, Gorham, Maine’s largest fiddle orchestra will perform.

Tickets available online or at the door $20 adults, $15 students.

Ages 12 and under free.

Summary of concert information and tickets available at  fiddleicious.com/performances/

GORHAM, ME — All are invited to attend a public Open House:

When: October 15th from 5:30 to 7:30pm on Tuesday, October 15th

Where: Gorham Municipal Center (Burleigh H. Loveitt Council Chambers)

 The Town of Gorham has hired Camoin Associates, a leading economic development consulting firm, to create an Economic Development Strategic Plan.  This plan will define an economic vision for the next 5-10 years with corresponding goals, strategies and actions through economic and market research, land use analysis and a comprehensive assessment of local assets.  In addition, the consultants are engaging community and business leaders in one-on-one interviews and small group forums, and they are seeking input from citizens to inform and guide their recommendations.

The Open House is an opportunity for citizens to contribute their opinions and feedback to the strategy.  The format allows for participants to “drop in” at any time between 5:30pm – 7:30pm.  Topics will include local business climate; commercial land use; development opportunities; and community assets.

Unable to attend?

Citizens unable to attend can share input via a digital survey at the Town’s website.

Questions

For assistance with questions leading up to the event, please contact Kevin Jensen – Economic Development Director via email at kjensen@gorham.me.us or by phone at 207-222-1628.

WESTBROOK, ME — Join us as we play toe-tapping fun and familiar music for all ages – show tunes, marches, and patriotic tunes!

Tuesday, October 15, 2024  7PM – 8PM

Westbrook Community Center

426 Bridge St. Westbrook, ME

GORHAM, ME — White Rock Community Clubhouse at 34 Wilson Road, Gorham invites the public to a homemade bean supper on Saturday, October 5,  4:00-5:30pm.

Eat in or take out. Meal includes baked kidney & pea beans, coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni & cheese, biscuits, hot dogs and dessert.  $10 adults, $5 under 12

Follow us on Facebook for updates: facebook.com/whiterockcommunityclub

GORHAM, ME — Real estate and personal property tax bills for the fiscal year 2024-2025 will be mailed to property owners and available online by or before October 1, 2024.

The tax rate that was set as of the commitment date of September 19, 2024 is $14.70 per one thousand dollars of assessed value.

Town of Gorham taxes are due on November 15, 2024 and May 15, 2024. Payments can be made in-person in the Town Clerk’s Office or placed in the mail and addressed as follows:

Town of Gorham

Tax Collector

75 South Street, Suite 1

Gorham, ME 04038

For assistance with questions relating to real estate and/or personal property taxes, please contact the Assessor at the Cumberland County Regional Assessing Office at 207-699-2475.