David Sinclair '70 recently wrote that he thinks Bridgton Academy is doing a fantastic job.  When he was at Bridgton Academy there were only 125 students both juniors and seniors as opposed to 191 post-graduates.  "Bridgton made the difference with me getting through college or not.  Thank you for all that Bridgton does for young students."

Dr. Richard Lindstrom '70 and his wife, Carmen, stopped by the Bridgton Academy campus this winter and visited with Headmaster Grady Vigneau and Director of Development, Chris Harlow. This was Richard's first time back to campus since his graduation. The Lindstrom's have two daughters, and reside in Florida. Richard owns his own private practice, Psychological Stress, Inc.

Joe Hewitt '71 wrote that he was reminiscing about "old times" and BA came up.  Joe was on the football team and played golf during his year at BA, "I must say, it was an interesting time!"  He says that he made a lot of friends here, but has not heard from or about any of them, "we all just moved on."  Joe welcomes any contact from his classmates at jdhewittjr@yahoo.com. Hewitt and his family live and work in Vermont.

Stew Curran '72 visited campus with his son, Vincent, this fall. Vincent is interested in attending BA next year as a member of the Class of 2010. 

Keith Leonard '72 wrote to BA with an interesting story. Recently, he was trying to gather information about railroads for a close friend with terminal cancer.  The Maine Historical Society forwarded Keith's inquiries to Alden Dryer '61.  Alden came through with the information that Keith was looking for, and in their conversations the two found out that each was a graduate of Bridgton Academy. "In my view, Mr. Dryer made a special effort to insure that my friend received the literature.  It's extremely gratifying to know that after all these years, and although I have never met Alden Dryer, he made an extra effort to help out a fellow alumnus. There is so much more to the Bridgton experience other than academics and sports.  This, in my opinion, is one of them." 

Ed Molloy '72, CDR, SWO, USN. Ret. has spent the past four years working in Afghanistan and Iraq to try and bring about positive opportunities for local citizens. This picture was taken in Farah Province located on the Afghan-Iran border. "You should note the young men in the photo are no older than 21, and more more than 10% can read or write. Data tells us that the average man in Afghanistan has a life expectancy of 48, and a woman 49. Yet we fight to give them hope and the freedom to make a choice." Even after 57 years, Ed has strong memories from BA, and carries with him values taught by Mr. Goldsmith, Mr. Doucette, and Mr. Greason. "Thanks for all you do Bridgton, even if I seem like I forgot you, I have not, you are with me every day."

Henry Zussman '72 is enjoying spending time as the assistant coach for the Auburn High School hockey team. "One of my BA line mates Steve Mason '72 had gone on about the tradition the "Rockets" have. After moving around and returning to teaching, I settled close enough to be part of the tradition he spoke about. I must give "Mase" credit, he was right. For those who love high school hockey, the Rockets have 2 state championships…As I finish up my 6th year the team has qualified for the state tournament, and is made up of a great staff and kids." Zussman pictured second from right.

Bridgton Academy is saddened to report the passing of Mark W. Doolin '72 of Riverside, California.

Bridgton Academy is saddened to report the passing of John M. Ouellette '74 of Lewiston, Maine.

Bridgton Academy is saddened to report the passing of Richard T. Ames '74 of New Jersey.

David Higgins III '76 was named as the head football coach at Greely High School. David was recently back on campus with his son, Chris, who is a potential candidate for the BA Class of 2010.

George Kennedy '76 reports that he was just promoted to a management position as his current employment, Quintiles Transnational in New York.

At the annual "Decato Invitational" at Paris Hill Country Club, Dick Decato '77 hosted a great group of BA alumni including Kyle Kenison '91, Shannon LaFrance '91, Steve Cummings '79,and Terry Edwards '77. Over sixty golfers played in the tournament this year.

Michael Loughman '77 recently sent an update to BA. Currently living in Massachusetts, Mike is married with two children, a son age 9, and a daughter age 5.  Mike is employed as a sales manager for Amphenol/Times Fiber Canada.

Bill Vaughn '77 contacted Joe Daley '77 to recommend a young man to Bridgton Academy. Bill lives in Massachusetts and works as a freelance sports photographer. He is married with children, and also spends time working as a stay-at-home dad.

Vinny Orlando '77 bought a bar in Gloucester, MA. He reports that he will be attending the Vault event, and hopes to bring some other BA alumni out for the gathering as well.

Congratulations to Dave Craft '77 who graduated Cum Laude on May 16th from Southern New Hampshire University with a bachelor's degree in Accounting & Finance. "The road was very long from the time I left BA to now as priorities change over the years from school, to raising a family, to building a career. The lessons taught at BA go with a young man for his entire life."

At the "Master's Sports Clinic" run and sponsored by Skip Bandini '77, a number of BA alumni were in attendance including Joe Daley '77, Vinnie Orlando '77, Tim Morris '78, Patrick Murphy '91, and Nick Markos '00.

Mike Blanchard '78 is currently the Head Men's Lacrosse coach at Emerson College. Mike currently coaches Pat Curran, the son of Tom Curran '78. And, in addition to this BA connection, Martin Nee '78,is the godfather to one of Mike's daughters. Blanchard is the president and founder of the South Shore Lacrosse League; a 48 team youth league for girls lacrosse, and is the president of Hull Youth Lacrosse.

Jamie Willis '78 regrets not making the Annual Alumni-Parent Hockey Game this December.  He is living in Seattle, Washington, and still plays hockey. In fact, Jamie reports that he still has his hockey jersey from his '78 season, #17! Jamie works as a promotion manager for Roadrunner Records.

Jeffrey Price '78 sent updated information to Bridgton Academy. Jeff writes that he has been married for twenty-five years to his wife, Jacqueline, and has two sons named Brandon (22), and Tanner (20). Brandon recently graduated from Westfield State where he earned a degree in Math. Tanner is currently attending AIC in Springfield, MA, where he majors in Education. Jeff has worked for 22 years at Marland Mold in Pittsfield, where he holds the position of Senior Designer. His weekends are often spent moonlighting as a musician.

Peter Winn '79 visited campus this fall. A union iron worker, Peter has worked all over the country.   He said he has nothing but fond memories from his days at BA. Peter had brunch with Grady Vigneau, Chris Webb, Phil Goepel '66, and Tom Austin.