PORTLAND — A first-in-the-state program at the University of Southern Maine aims to help eligible military veterans prepare to become first-time college students. “Our goal is to make sure veterans are prepared for admission to the program of their choice. For veterans thinking about college, or beginning the application process, we can help get them […]
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Surgery to quiet snoring
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I are happily married, but have one serious problem. Our sleeping habits are incompatible. I am an extremely light sleeper; he is a horrendous snorer. He sees a snoring specialist and tried several medical treatments, none of which worked. The only solution is a minor surgical procedure. He doesn’t want […]
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Man's atrial fibrillation
DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband, age 67, recently was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. He began feeling very weak, and got dizzy every time he stood. We both had started on the keto diet together about a week prior. I’m a registered nurse. After taking his blood pressure and finding it to be very low for […]
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Class C South Preview: Hornets part of crowded race to top
Leavitt returned to Class C South and returned to the top of the standings last season. Yet the Hornets didn’t find the same playoff success they’d been accustomed to, losing in the regional semifinals as the No. 1 seed. With a good mix of speed, size and experience, the Hornets should be at or near […]
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2018 H.S. Football Preview: Blue Devils ready to defend new turf
Lewiston players participate in a drill during the preseason. (Randy Whitehouse/Sun Journal) LEWISTON — As Lewiston begins a new era on the new Don Roux Field this fall, the close losses of last season still sting coach Bruce Nicholas. “Two games by six, one by one and one by three. We’re hoping to turn a […]
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2018 H.S. Football Preview: New coaching, new attitude for Knights
Poland players practice tackling during the preseason. (Randy Whitehouse/Sun Journal) POLAND — Things are louder and looser at Poland football practices this season under new head coach Spencer Emerson. “There’s just a lot more excitement in general,” senior linebacker/running back Tyler Tucci said. “Last year, guys were just, ‘Oh, we have football practice today.’ This […]
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2018 H.S. Football Preview: Cougars down but eager to compete
Dirigo players put in some work on the line during the preseason. (Randy Whitehouse/Sun Journal) Dirigo coach Jim Hersom isn’t expecting the Cougars to lose any of their competitive edge just because they dropped down from Class D to Class E this season. Low numbers forced the move after a rash of injuries last fall […]
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2018 H.S. Football Preview: Vikings aiming for longer playoff stay
Colton Carson drops back during and Oxford Hills practice in the preseason. (Randy Whitehouse/Sun Journal) PARIS — Oxford Hills isn’t complaining about back-to-back playoff berths in Class A North the past two seasons, but the Vikings know there is so much more to football in late fall. “The past two years were good. Getting to […]
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College football: UMaine overwhelms New Hampshire, snapping 8-game rivalry skid
Maine’s Earnest Edwards stretches for the goal line as he scores a touchdown against New Hampshire on Thursday. (Shawn Patrick Ouellette/Portland Press Herald) ORONO — The University of Maine ended eight years of frustration Thursday night, opening its season with an impressive 35-7 victory over nationally ranked rival New Hampshire at Alfond Stadium. The Black […]
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H.S. roundup: St. Dom's edges Sacopee in girls' soccer opener
SOUTH HIRAM — Avery Lutrzykowski scored four goals, including the winner on a breakaway to snap a 3-3 tie with less than three minutes remaining as the Saints won their girls’ soccer opener at South Hiram. Lindsey Hendricks and Lakyn Hink scored to give Sacopee Valley a 2-0 lead. Allie Black added another to make […]