Award-winning author Mary Morton Cowan will speak about her family history that inspired her new book, “Trouble in Nathan’s Woods,” set during World War I at a New Hampshire lumber camp. The free presentation is part of the Books & Stories program and will take place at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 1, at the […]
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Posted inEncore
‘Paint Night’ to premiere at The Public Theatre
The world premiere of “Paint Night,” a hilarious and heartbreaking new play, will begin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct 20, at The Public Theatre in Lewiston. Six women get together for a much-needed girls night out. Their plan is to paint and sip, but as the alcohol flows, so does their laughter and tears, […]
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Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Oct. 19
100 Years Ago: 1923 A haul of 75 gallons of high grade alcohol was made on the Poland Spring road yesterday afternoon, by Deputies Leveque, Maloney and Dobbins of the Sheriff’s department. The seizure came about as result of a tip received at the Sheriff’s office concerning the peculiar actions of a party of motorists […]
Posted inDear Abby
Long-distance couple eye future together
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been separated and divorced for two years. A year ago, I met a man through a mutual friend. He was also going through a divorce. We started communicating, fell in love and have been traveling back and forth between Ohio, where he works and lives, and New Jersey, where I am. He […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Review subscriptions, billings and purchases that aren’t necessary.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Gillian Jacobs, 41; Chris Kattan, 53; Jon Favreau, 57; John Lithgow, 78. Happy Birthday: Take the chance and spotlight what you want and have to say. Being vocal, following through and using your attributes to make a difference will be gratifying and fruitful. Make your opportunities instead of waiting for […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Stark changes with cholesterol and weight occur without effort
DEAR DR. ROACH: I recently had my yearly blood work done. I always check last year’s results against my current results, so I was surprised to see that my total cholesterol levels had dropped from 222 mg/dL to 181 mg/dL, and my triglyceride level dropped from 174 mg/dL to 146 mg/dL. I do not take […]
Posted inSun Spots
Norway rummage sale Oct. 28 to benefit free community Thanksgiving dinner
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Are you looking for some new-to-you winter clothes, household items, and linens at fantastic prices? Come to the fall rummage sale at St. Catherine of Sienna Church at 32 Paris St. in Norway on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 9-11:30 a.m. The $1 bag sale begins at 11 a.m. Please bring your own […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Old South Church Concert Series to present Newberry & Verch Duo
The keepers of tradition – the duo of Joe Newberry and April Verch — will continue the Old South Church Concert Series at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 23, at the Old South Church, 235 Main St., in Farmington. Growing up, Joe Newberry and April Verch absorbed traditions of home and hearth — in his […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Oct. 18
100 Years Ago: 1923 The BPW club is invited to a private opening of the Mary Elizabeth Gift shop, over the Bates Remnant store, which Miss Mary Dixon is having especially for the members Friday afternoon and evening. Members planning to attend the supper preceding the meeting of the club Monday night, must notify Miss […]
Posted inDear Abby
Wife’s puzzling behavior is an obstacle for couple
DEAR ABBY: I’m a lesbian. My wife and I have been married for nine years, but since COVID and my mother’s death, we have had problems. I met a man online; he’s an actor. We grew close via the internet. When my wife found out, we fought, and this man and I haven’t been as […]