CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Tony Romo, 44; Rob Riggle, 54; Andie MacDowell, 66; Iggy Pop, 77. Happy Birthday: Don’t fold under pressure this year. Go with the flow, adapt to the changes happening around you and make life work like a charm; you’ll gain respect, favors and a path forward that will help you […]
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‘Head Over Heels’ to be open at the Waterville Opera House April 26
The 2024 theatrical season at the Waterville Opera House continues April 26 through May 5 with the musical comedy “Head Over Heels”. Performances are set for 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 26, and April 27, May 3 and 4, with 2 p.m. matinées April 28 (ASL interpreted performance) and May 5, at the Waterville Opera House, […]
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‘Seeds of Change’ to air on Maine Public Television
Maximilian Armstrong of One Wing Pictures announces that “Seeds of Change: Breaking Free from the Prison Food Machine” will appear on Maine Public Television as part of their Maine Public Film Series at 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 25, and at 2 p.m. Saturday April 27. An organic farmer in Maine sets out to transform […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on April 20
100 Years Ago: 1924 The members of the Bright Idea Club met at the home of Mrs. Etta Kilgore, North Norway, Thursday for a social afternoon. Light refreshments were served by the hostess. Mrs. Izzie Cox, Mrs. Alma Judkins, Mrs. Kate Hobbs, Mrs. Susie Morse, Mrs. Ada Cox, Mrs. Olive Whitman, and Mrs. Effie Heath were […]
Posted inDear Abby
Couple’s ancient divorce is still a sore subject
DEAR ABBY: My parents have been divorced for 30 years. It was an unpleasant divorce because Dad had an affair with a woman he worked with and married her soon after. Mom was devastated. She and Dad were high school sweethearts. Both have moved on from this — sort of. Dad has since divorced, remarried […]
Posted inHoroscope
Pisces: Understanding what you want or how others respond to you will make your life easier and encourage you to implement the changes that offer happiness.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Joey Lawrence, 48; Carmen Electra, 52; Shemar Moore, 54; Jessica Lange, 75. Happy Birthday: Take time, map out your course, and trust and believe in yourself. Opportunity is apparent, so take the initiative and make things happen. Personal change will help you decide what you want to pursue next and […]
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Looking Back on April 19
100 Years Ago: 1924 According to Dr. A.O. Thomas of Augusta, Maine has staged a tremendous building program. In the last ten years 85 towns have either remodeled their high school plant or built new modern buildings and many others are under construction. The cost of these buildings approximate $6,000,000. This is an enormous advance when […]
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Wedding planning shifts to a cousin’s appearance
DEAR ABBY: I have a 25-year-old niece, “Meadow,” who embraces the hippie lifestyle. She’s kind and sweet and loves everyone. She has also opposed “the Establishment.” She’s heavily tattooed and has several facial piercings and thick underarm hair. My son is the complete opposite. He is in the business world and is very professional in […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Low blood pressure prompts concern about blood levels, iron
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 23-year-old woman. Recently, my friend experienced a problem with high blood pressure, and for about five days, I followed her diet, which consisted of no added salt or sugar. While taking care of her, I checked my blood pressure once or twice, and it was normal. However, after almost […]
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Aquarius: What you discover will help point you in a lucrative direction.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hayden Christensen, 43; Kate Hudson, 45; James Franco, 46; Ashley Judd, 56. Happy Birthday: Pay attention, do things right the first time, trust your instincts and pursue what makes you happy. Let kindness lead the way and your courage and charm resonate with those you love. Be the one to […]