A few weeks ago I noticed that my backyard bird feeder was running low on seed — time for a refill. The feeder wasn’t completely empty, however: At the bottom there remained a large pile of one particular type of seed that the local birds had evidently passed over in search of other, tastier morsels. […]
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Posted inDear Abby, sj-web
Baby in the buff
DEAR ABBY: My daughter “Scarlet” has a precious 18-month-old baby girl I’ll call Sierra. Scarlet, her husband and the baby spend a lot of time at their beach house, where they have several full-time employees, including a nanny, housekeeper, cook and gardener. These employees have been at the house for years and are practically part […]
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Posted inMark LaFlamme, sj-web
Mark LaFlamme: Parler de rue, and other things I can't say in French
A few years ago, a photographer and I were sent to the Canadian border to explore the matter of border security. It was a sweet assignment, mostly – who doesn’t enjoy a four or five hour road trip with leisurely stops along the way and nary an editor in sight? When we got over to […]
Posted inDr. Roach, sj-web
Conversion is complicated
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 69 and take medications for blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as plenty of vitamins. I have had many medical conditions (e.g., Meniere’s disease and lower back pain) that eventually were resolved. I’ve been diagnosed with conversion disorder by two doctors whose opinions I respect. Both doctors assured me that […]
Posted inOp-Eds, sj-web
Is upward mobility a thing of the past?
WASHINGTON — It’s an axiom among many Americans that each future generation will live better than its predecessor. New technologies, greater efficiencies and a can-do spirit will reward us with higher living standards. There might be periodic stumbles, but the long-term trajectory is up. And the people most guaranteed to enjoy this bountiful future are […]
Posted inLetters, sj-web
Take a stand against Kavanaugh
As Robert Mueller’s noose tightens on the most corrupt and treasonous administration in U.S. history, I would urge Sen. Susan Collins not to endorse President Trump’s choice for the U.S. Supreme Court, Brett Kavanaugh. Even if Congress impeached Trump, Kavanaugh would remain on the bench for decades, implementing his right-wing, anti-democratic agenda. The court already […]
Posted inObituaries, sj-web
Barry H. Baldwin
DURHAM — Barry H. Baldwin passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Aug. 4, at his home in Durham. Barry was born March 23, 1951, in Farmington to Walter and Gwendolyn Baldwin. Barry enjoyed many things, including working, logging, antiquing and spending time with his family. Visit www.thefortingrouplewiston.com to share your condolences for Barry’s friends and family.
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Reginald 'Reggie' B. Thorne
SCARBOROUGH — Reginald “Reggie” B. Thorne, 89, of Rumford passed away peacefully Sunday, Aug. 5, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough, supported by his loving family. Reggie was born Jan. 25, 1929, in Portland. He is the son of Charlotte Dunham Thorne and Blair E. Thorne. Reggie was predeceased by his parents; his brother, […]
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Constance Goudreau
SCARBOROUGH — Constance Goudreau passed away peacefully at home in Scarborough on Sunday, Aug. 5, surrounded by her family and her four cats. Born Constance L. Pelletier on Nov. 10, 1925, in Rumford, she was the daughter of Hector and Antoinette Pelletier and married Maurice Goudreau. They had three children. Constance was a stay-at-home mom who […]
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Funeral notices for Wednesday, Aug. 8
BALDWIN — Barry H., passed away Saturday, Aug. 4, in Durham. A celebration of Barry’s life will be held at Fortin/Lewiston from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 10. Arrangements are under the care of The Fortin Group Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services, 70 Horton St., Lewiston, 784-4584. FOSS — Gerald “Jerry,” 89, a […]