DEAR ABBY: I was with my ex-fiance for 13 years. Not long after he broke up with me, I found myself going to meet him at a hotel. We have been seeing each other regularly, once a week at least. We go out and enjoy our time together like we are dating. The frustrating thing […]
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Looking Back on Dec. 18
100 Years Ago: 1924 Judge Manser criticised Mrs. Romeo Tardiff of Auburn for putting the county to the expense of $30 in bringing her husband back from Fitchburg, Mass., on a non-support charge when it was apparent that the man was doing his best and contributing as liberally as his pay envelope would allow for […]
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Why so many meds include warnings of suicidal thoughts
DEAR DR. ROACH: It seems that many of the medications I see advertised on television carry a warning about “thoughts of suicide.” Can you explain why so many diverse drugs share this same side effect? — W.S. ANSWER: Unfortunately, suicide is a too-common cause of death that many people are uncomfortable talking about. However, it […]
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Reader asks about smoke and CO2 detector disposal
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I recently bought new smoke and CO2 detectors. Is there a proper way to dispose of my old ones? — Philip, Lewiston ANSWER: Many brands of these detectors can be sent back to the manufacturer. You should be able to find a toll-free number and mailing address or a website address on […]
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Aries: Socializing, volunteering and spending time with people who make you think will highlight your day.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Milla Jovovich, 49; Bill Pullman, 71; Eugene Levy, 78; Ernie Hudson, 79. Happy Birthday: Take more time to explore the projects that excite you and to venture down paths that offer growth and the chance to offset negatives in your life. Be the one to start the ball rolling. Your […]
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Readers suggest supportive approaches for ‘looking out’
DEAR ABBY: “Looking Out for Mom in Chicago” (Aug. 16) was concerned that 69-year-old Mom wasn’t getting out and socializing now that she has moved closer to them, and worried they’ll be her only support as she ages. They also said she’s always been shy. As a nearly 70-year-old introvert, I understand how their mom […]
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Looking Back on Dec. 17
100 Years Ago: 1924 The Waban Campfire Girls had a 7 cent fair and entertainment at Town Hall in New Gloucester, Monday evening. Candy, popcorn and fancy articles were on sale and a fortune telling booth and fishing pond caused much amusement. The following entertainment was given: “Mammy Moon”, song by the Camp Fire Girls […]
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Embolization provides great benefit to man with heart failure
DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband is 73 and was diagnosed with heart failure and a severely dilated left ventricle. At the time, he was pumping 10 liters per minute. He had a proBNP natriuretic peptide level over 10,000 and an ejection fraction of 39%. Later, he was found to have an abdominal arteriovenous malformation (AVM). […]
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American Legion Post in Livermore Falls is serving a free Christmas Day dinner
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The George Bunten Post 10 American Legion will serve a free Christmas Day dinner at the hall on Reynolds Avenue in Livermore Falls from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This is for anyone who is alone on Christmas, isn’t up to making a meal, or just wants to be with a wonderful […]
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Pisces: You must fulfill your needs if you want to be happy.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hallee Hirsh, 37; Benjamin Bratt, 61; Sam Robards, 63; Billy Gibbons, 75. Happy Birthday: Communicate, test theories and demonstrate restraint and genuine interest in what’s happening around you. Consider what’s trending and how you can adapt and turn what you know and do into something vibrant and lasting. Refuse to […]