Johnson Hall plans to present an evening of stand-up comedy featuring Johnny Ater and hosted by Mark Turcotte at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, at The Blind Pig Next Level, at 11 Mechanic St. in Gardiner. Those who attend will hear jokes about life in Maine, the meaning of life, and everything in between. Each […]
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Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Jan. 13
100 Years Ago: 1924 The Lewiston Post of the American Legion started rehearsals Friday night for the three-act comedy which will be presented in the Empire Theatre February 21 and 22. The play is “Suzette” and one of the best casts of local amateurs has been selected to fill the roles. From all appearances the […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Capricorn: It’s up to you to decide what’s best for you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Liam Hemsworth, 34; Orlando Bloom, 47; Patrick Dempsey, 58; Julia Louis-Dreyfus, 63. Happy Birthday: Stick close to home. Make domestic changes that soothe your soul. Do your best to bring about positive change, to embrace loved ones and form a united front that encourages helping one another. Question what’s happening […]
Posted inDear Abby
Relatives made promises that they’ve never kept
DEAR ABBY: Before we had children, my stepmother dropped many “hints” encouraging us to have kids, and promised multiple times that she would retire when we did to help out with them. We now have a 6-year-old and an 18-month-old. When we ask my father and stepmother to babysit or watch the kids, they say, […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Jan. 12
100 Years Ago: 1924 Committees on the minstrel show to be given at the East Auburn Grange Hall on Thursday evening are working zealously to make it a success. The snappy colored circle will undoubtedly be the main attraction. It will include Imogene Hackett, Alice Berry, Martha Clark, Norma Lowe, Charles Allen, Fred Sargent, Elmer […]
Posted inHoroscope
Sagittarius: There will be a fine line between truth and false information, making it vital that you are explicit regarding what you are willing to do and what you expect in return.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Zayn Malik, 31; Rachael Harris, 56; Oliver Platt, 64; Howard Stern, 70. Happy Birthday: Expand your awareness and explore possibilities. Contact experts and make domestic changes to add to your comfort and happiness. Keep your emotions in check, and listen to complaints before you act. How you handle financial and […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Shortness of breath may require a stent, amid heart medication
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a male in my late 50s and have recently been diagnosed with coronary artery disease, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and high blood pressure. A cardiac catheterization procedure revealed four blockages in my arteries, with blockage percentages of 40% to 60%. I was informed that stents were not necessary and that my condition […]
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Abused spouse believes time to is escape near
DEAR ABBY: I have been with my abusive husband for almost 30 years. I made several attempts to leave him, which resulted in him stalking me and threatening to seriously harm me and our children. Despite all his threats and abuse, I was forced to allow him to take our children unsupervised. I would end […]
Posted inSun Spots
Annual L-A Optimist Club holding essay, oratorical contests for scholarships
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston-Auburn Optimist Club has two scholarship opportunities for local residents. The essay contest offers a $2,500 scholarship based on the topic, “Optimism: How It Connects Us.” The oratorical contest also offers a $2,500 scholarship based on the presentation “How to Change the World with Optimism.” The guidelines require that contestants be […]
Posted inEncore
Portland Symphony Orchestra program featuring Beethoven’s 5th emphasizes conflict and beauty
Two performances of one of the most beloved classical works of all time — “Beethoven’s 5th Symphony” — will be presented at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 28, and at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30. Both performances will be led by PSO Music Director Eckart Preu and feature special guest Camille Thomas on violoncello. […]