DEAR ABBY: Over the course of 12 years, my husband and I have gifted more than $400,000 in down-payment money to our adult daughter and her husband. Both are now in their mid-40s. I gave them most of this money behind my husband’s back. Recently, my daughter has been pressing me for more money, saying, […]
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Man’s restless legs raise up to a foot in the air at night
DEAR DR. ROACH: Do you have any recommendations to stop restless legs at night? My husband has been to many doctors to find a cause or a solution to stop them. His legs have raised up as much as a foot in the air at night, constantly jumping and causing many sleepless nights. No one […]
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Friends of Worthley Pond accepting donations for June 15 plant sale in Peru
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Friends of Worthley Pond’s LakeSmart Program is holding a plant sale in conjunction with the Welcome Back Social at the Honey Run Campground Pavilion on 30 East Shore Road in Peru on Saturday, June 15, from 9-11 a.m. A variety of flower and vegetable seedlings, perennials and shrubs will be available for […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Cater to those who require assistance and appreciate your direction and suggestions.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Anne Winters, 30; Rafael Nadal, 38; Anderson Cooper, 57; James Purefoy, 60. Happy Birthday: Size up situations before you jump into action. Evaluation, assessments and research will spare you a multitude of setbacks this year. Use your intelligence and instincts to navigate the highs and lows, and you will learn […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on June 3
100 Years Ago: 1924 For a number of years, Charles Millard Starbird of Danville, Auburn, has been at work on a history of Danville. Mr. Starbird is well qualified to do this work. He is a graduate of Bates college; was a brilliant student; a member of the debating team that went to Oxford, England; […]
Posted inDear Abby
Wife discovers husband is up to his same old tricks
DEAR ABBY: I did some investigating and recently found out my husband of 28 years has been corresponding with other women. This is the second time I have caught him. He’s sworn that nothing ever developed out of it, but I can’t help but wonder how far it would’ve gone had I not discovered it. […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Chronic diarrhea persists after having gallbladder surgery
DEAR DR. ROACH: I would like your opinion of probiotics. Do you think they would help with chronic diarrhea after having my gallbladder removed? — C.F.R. ANSWER: Probiotics are bacteria that are abundantly found in a healthy colon. They are thought to provide benefit to people in certain circumstances. Unfortunately, there is only proof of […]
Posted inSun Spots
Pennies for a Cause needs your cans, bottles and donations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Pennies for a Cause is almost halfway to providing a shelter for a homeless veteran in Maine. The goal is $12,000 and we are almost at the $6,000 mark, thanks to your donations and your cans and bottles. You can bring your cans and bottles to the MT Redemption Center on Lisbon […]
Posted inDear Abby
Ex still devastated by girlfriend’s betrayal
DEAR ABBY: I still obsess over my first love, even though we broke up 21 years ago. We grew up in a poor mill town, where I was a frustrated, mediocre athlete. She was a cheerleader. We shared fundamentalist religious beliefs that, along with poor access to contraception, led to our decision to “save ourselves […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: Follow your instincts and heart when dealing with relationships that influence your lifestyle or living arrangements.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Justin Long, 46; Zachary Quinto, 47; Dana Carvey, 69; Dennis Haysbert, 70. Happy Birthday: If you take pride in your work, opportunities will unfold. Express yourself honestly, direct your energy wisely, and help yourself and those in need. Start a movement and make a difference. Change begins with you; what […]