Town councilor seat
open to applications

Due to the recent resignation of a council member, the Gray Town Council has a vacant position. The council invites any interested citizen of Gray to submit their application for Town Council appointment consideration.

To be considered for the vacant Town Council position, interested applicants will need to submit an application by Oct. 17.

Applicants for the vacancy will be considered at a Town Council Workshop on Nov. 12, and if a consensus is reached, a candidate will be approved and sworn-in as part of Town Council Meeting immediately following the workshop.

To serve on the Town Council, applicants must be registered to vote and live in Gray during your term, and meet the other requirements described in the Town Charter.

For more information on how to apply go to he website graymaine.org.

Submit application materials and any related inquiries to Town Manager Michael Foley at mfoley@graymaine.org by 5 p.m. on Oct. 17.

Stories, Stones, and Superstitions
with Roxie Zwicker

Roxie Zwicker is speaking as part of the Pat Barter Speaker Series at the Gray Public Library Saturday, Oct. 12 at 1 p.m., Zwicker has been entertaining locals, visitors, and curious souls since 1994. Her company, New England Curiosities, located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, has been offering award-winning tours, presentations, and special events since 2002 based on New England folklore and mysterious history. Her talk at the library – Stories, Stones and Superstitions of Maine – will be based on her book “Haunted Cemeteries of New England.” This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Gray Public Library is located at 5 Hancock St. FMI, call 207-657-4110 or email graylib@graymaine.org.

Send your news about Gray happenings to Marilyn Keating-Porcaro at mkp657@aol.com.

Dance fundraiser
for Val Lovelace

On Saturday Oct. 12 from 6 to 10 p.m., the American Legion is hosting a fundraiser dance for a 20-year Navy veteran, Val Lovelace. Val has a condition causing progressive loss of sight. The funds are being used to remodel a space in her son’s home which will allow her to remain with family and maintain her independence. Cost is $25. Dance to the Andi Fawcett Band and/or participating in the Silent Auction. There will be light appetizers, drinks at the cash bar, (ATM available). To make donation or questions, contact Patty Dunn at 207-632-4862 or Kelsey Small at 206-653-1828 or kssmall 1748@gmail.com. The American Legion, Post 86 is located at 15 Lewiston Road, Gray.

Crossroad’s Challenge
takes place Oct.12, 13

The Crossroad’s Challenge is a two-day tournament, Oct. 12 and Oct. 13 held over Indigenous Peoples Day Weekend for boys and girls “classic” teams ages U9-U14. The U9 and U10 teams will play three games each either on Saturday or Sunday. U11 teams will play three games spread out over Saturday and Sunday. The U12-U14 “competitive” teams will play a minimum of three games with the opportunity to advance to the championship game. FMI, email gngpatriotsoccerclub@gmail.com.

West Nile Virus
reported in Gray

The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention reported on Sept. 18 that a dead crow found in Gray on Sept. 1 tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). This is an isolated incident and there’s currently no evidence of further West Nile Virus cases in our community.

WNV is a disease spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes that can affect humans, birds, and other mammals. Most people who are infected will have mild or no symptoms, but in some cases, it can cause severe illness requiring hospitalization. You can learn more about WNV at https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/infectious-disease/epi/vector-borne/west-nile/index.shtml

People should try and avoid mosquitoes if possible to decrease their exposure risk to diseases like WNV. Wearing insect repellant and protective clothing, eliminating mosquito breeding grounds like birdbaths and flowerpots, and using fans to keep insects away are suggested measures.

If you have any questions, contact Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention at their 24-hour disease reporting and consultation number: 1-800-821-5821.

State office
candidates forum

The Town of Gray, in partnership with Gray Community Television,  hosted a State Office Candidates Forum on Thursday, Sept. 26, at 7 p.m. in the Henry Pennell Municipal Complex at 24 Main St.

A recording of the forum will be available afterwards on the town’s Facebook and YouTube livestreams, on cable channel 2, or via the Cablecast Screenweave app for smart devices.