DEAR ABBY: My wife and I are in our 80s, married for 61 years. We are financially well-off and have few medical issues. As we approach our departure from this Earth, we’ve created the necessary legal documents to distribute our assets. So, what’s the problem? My spouse is a “collector.” We have several wonderful china […]
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Taurus:Express how you feel through actions, and the response you receive will make you feel safe and secure.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Sarah Hyland, 34; Katherine Heigl, 46; Colin Hanks, 47; Pete Best, 83. Happy Birthday: Let your ideas flow, and you’ll devise a plan to improve your lifestyle and how you earn your living or invest your money. Partnerships require consistency, equality and nurturing to avoid interference or setbacks. Share your […]
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Looking Back on Nov. 23
100 Years Ago: 1924 The oyster stew supper given by the Methodist ladies’ aid at Rumford Center was well attended, Thursday evening. 50 Years Ago: 1974 Mr. and Mrs. Augustus K. S McGraw of Waterman Road, Auburn were honored recently at a surprise 25th wedding anniversary party given by their children, Mrs. Merle (Arlana W […]
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Friend forced to ride along a woman’s marriage derails
DEAR ABBY: My best friend of 40 years, “Savannah,” has been in a bad marriage for 20 of those. Her husband has cheated on her repeatedly. He can’t keep a job, and he emotionally abuses her and her daughter. Now that she’s finally fed up, he refuses to leave the house. Despite how bad his […]
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Aries: You have plenty to gain through the connections you make.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Miley Cyrus, 32; Salli Richardson-Whitfield, 57; Robin Roberts, 64; Bruce Hornsby, 70. Happy Birthday: Control is the objective this year. Assess situations, analyze the potential outcomes and masterfully engage in the best way to continue with the most negligible fallout. Embrace change, innovate and replace what isn’t performing well with […]
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Rangeley Friends of the Arts plans free holiday events
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts announces its schedule of free holiday events. RFA will host its annual Holiday Open House from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6. The event is open to the public. Light complementary refreshments will be served. A beer and wine cash bar will be available. Highlights from the 2024 season […]
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Looking Back on Nov. 22
100 Years Ago: 1924 An exhibitor at the seed show at the Armory was E. P. Atwood of Auburn who carried off some of the prizes. Mr. Atwood “took time off” and went to the show every day. He had some good looking samples of potatoes and corn and a plate of tomatoes that everybody […]
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Mother unsure how to handle aftermath of son’s accident
DEAR ABBY: A month ago, my 7-year-old son was struck by a vehicle while riding his bike in a crosswalk. He’s fine now. His injuries were minor, although it was frightening. Police and paramedics responded quickly, and I took my son to the hospital to have him fully checked. Later that day, a police officer […]
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A miscommunication ensues over Medicare and blood tests
DEAR DR. ROACH: My parents are in their 80s and have health issues that require careful monitoring, including diabetes and lymphoma. Their primary care doctor insists that Medicare only covers their blood tests every six months and that they would have to pay for any additional blood tests themselves. In the meantime, their medical specialists […]
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Pisces: It will be easy to lose track of your purpose and maintain a good reputation.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Scarlett Johansson, 40; Mark Ruffalo, 57; Jamie Lee Curtis, 66; Steve Van Zandt, 74. Happy Birthday: Use your resources wisely. Refuse to let anyone represent you. Paint your vision in bold colors. Lay down a foundation that ensures your plans can withstand pressure and allow you to live up to […]