Inn going to essay winner

A woman who ran a country inn for more than 20 years can retire now that she’s found a new owner through an essay contest.

Janice Sage from the Center Lovell Inn& Restaurant picked the winner of the contest Saturday. The winner’s name was not immediately disclosed.

Sage took ownership of the inn the same way, winning an essay contest more than two decades ago.

She had said she expected more than 7,500 entries, meaning she’d receive more than $900,000 at $125 per entry.