DEAR ABBY: Eight years ago, my husband of 26 years had a stroke, and his personality changed. He was difficult to deal with, but, with time, his old personality came back, and things got better. Two years ago, he finally kicked a longtime prescription drug habit. Our finances improved almost overnight (for which I am […]
Life & Culture
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Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: Get your house in order, and you’ll feel at peace.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rita Volk, 34; Shaun White, 38; Omi, 38; Garrett Hedlund, 40. Happy Birthday: Don’t take anything for granted. Do your homework, and set and stay within boundaries. Talk is cheap, so follow through and complete your plans to avoid being misunderstood or ignored. Make this the year of transformation, not […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Delayed reactions to vaccines are extremely rare
DEAR DR. ROACH: I received the pneumonia vaccination (Pneumovax 23) two weeks ago, and I was OK immediately afterward, apart from having a sore arm for a day. But I have felt extremely tired in the past couple of days. Could this be a delayed reaction to the vaccine? I am due to have the […]
Posted inSun Spots
Woman’s Literary Union holding giant yard sale Saturday at Auburn mansion
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Woman’s Literary Union will have an Enormous Garage Sale on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Foss Mansion, 19 Elm St. in Auburn. Proceeds support the mansion’s restoration and scholarship funds. There are more items than could fit into the garage. There will be tables in […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Sept. 2
100 Years Ago: 1924 The will of Robert A. Dunning of Freeport, who died Aug. 15, provides that his mare, Kitty, shall never again wear a harness, and provision is made that eventually a veterinarian shall be employed to put an end to the animal and see that she is decently buried. 50 Years Ago: […]
Posted inDear Abby
Elderley dad remains behind the wheel despite struggles
DEAR ABBY: I’m struggling to continue my relationship with my dad, who is in his 80s. He recently became very ill and nearly died. He was unable to walk for several months, and when he was finally able to start getting around, it was with a wheelchair and walker. Dad started driving his truck, although […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini:Don’t go overboard or make promises or excessive overtures that compromise your chance to do something that makes you happy, healthy or free to live life your way.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Zedd, 35; Salma Hayek, 58; Keanu Reeves, 60; Mark Harmon, 73. Happy Birthday: Mixed emotions will promote a desire for change. Consider what you can afford and how to de-stress your life by following your heart and doing what brings you peace. It’s time to put yourself first and encourage […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Learn how to adjust your body to a new sleeping schedule
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have just retired from working the graveyard shift for 40 years. I am hoping you can share some information on how to safely learn to sleep at night once again. — E.H. ANSWER: Changing your body’s circadian rhythm isn’t always easy, and after such a long time, it will take longer […]
Posted inSun Spots
A time change for J&O Irish Museum open house
DEAR SUN SPOTS: An open house at the J&O Irish Museum on Main Street (Route 140) in Hartford is planned for Wednesday, Sept. 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. This is for anyone who has not been able to tour the museum on a Sunday during July and August, when it is normally open. The […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
CODA Chorus Spring Concert set for Winthrop
The CODA Chorus Spring Concert is set for 4 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at Hope Baptist Church, 726 Western Ave. in Manchester. The program features songs about kindness and friendship using the words of American poets and composers. The program is conducted by CODA Chorus music director Christine Letcher, an assistant professor in music at […]