DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 77-year-old male who apparently suffered a case of food poisoning. I say apparently because no cause was ever discovered for the uncontrollable vomiting and diarrhea that lasted for a whole day, then reoccurred briefly the following morning. A trip to the emergency room involved many tests, but nothing turned […]
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Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Jan. 23
100 Years Ago: 1924 Mrs. Merritt Farnum entertained a newly formed auction club at the Hotel Atwood last evening. The members of the club have not decided on a name as yet, but expect to choose one before the next meeting which will be held at the home of Mrs. Frank Peck, Feb.5. The first prize last evening was […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: A change of attitude will attract helpful individuals.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Tiffani Thiessen, 50; Mariska Hargitay, 60; Gail O’Grady, 61; Richard Dean Anderson, 74. Happy Birthday: Find out all you can and proceed with confidence. Knowledge is your ticket to success. Don’t hesitate to adjust your lifestyle to suit your needs. Stay focused on what matters, and eliminate what is weighing […]
Posted inSun Spots
Lewiston School Nutrition Program announces summer meals opportunities
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston School Nutrition Program is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided at no charge to children attending school up to 18 years old. Meals are the same for all children who are attending summer programs at the end of the school year during summer months throughout […]
Posted inEncore
‘Abandoned Industry,’ a multi-artist exhibit, will be presented at UMF Art Gallery
The spring semester season kicks off with a moving multi-artist exhibit, “Abandoned Industry.” on display from Jan. 25-March 3 at UMF Art Gallery. An opening reception will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 25,at the gallery. The exhibit is free and open to the public. Maine is marked physically and poetically by its […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
An Evening of Poetry planned at UMF
The University of Maine at Farmington is inviting the public to a series of UMF Public Forum events on the UMF campus during the spring 2024 semester. These thematic panel discussions explore creative and academic topics while engaging perspectives from UMF faculty, students and members of the Farmington community. The first UMF Public Forum event […]
Posted inDear Abby
Friend refuses to make the changes she needs
DEAR ABBY: I have a friend who complains over and over about the same issue. I’ve given her advice and even helped her with contacts to enable her to move so that she’s out of her abusive relationship. She always responds, “Yes, I need to do something,” but never does. She continues to allow her […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Gauging the concern for palpations requires more investigation
DEAR DR. ROACH: How serious are palpitations? I’m a diabetic woman, age 77. I get these sensations various times throughout the day. Will I have a heart attack or stroke? — B.G. ANSWER: Palpitations are when the heart beats in a particularly forceful, irregular or rapid fashion. They are extremely common and have multiple causes. […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Jan. 22
100 Years Ago: 1924 The “Old Gang Minstrels” is to be staged in Auburn Hall, the night of Washington’s birthday, February 22nd, by a group of talented local young men. Frisby Robinson of Lewiston is in charge of the show which promises to be one bone of the amateur hits of the winter. Rehearsals are […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: A disagreement won’t go well if you aren’t prepared to compromise.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Beverley Mitchell, 43; Balthazar Getty, 49; Guy Fieri, 56; Diane Lane, 59. Happy Birthday: It’s up to you to administer the desired changes. Devise a to-do list to help you organize, and set a plan to reach your expectations. Taking the initiative to lower stress is the first step to […]