CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Megan Rapinoe, 38; Dave Haywood, 41; Edie Falco, 60; Huey Lewis, 73. Happy Birthday: Don’t take on too much. A minimalist attitude will prompt you to say no to those trying to separate you from your money or goals and replace them with something that benefits them, not you. A […]
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Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on July 5
100 Years Ago: 1923 Pat Murphy, 103 year old pioneer, the oldest man in Colorado and the oldest Knight of Columbus in the world, is missing. He had planned to climb Pike’s Peak, but whether he is lost on the mountain is not known. He left early Friday. 50 Years Ago: 1973 Gov. Meldrim Thomson […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Few conditions cause Rh factor to make a difference in health
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 79-year-old female. I am in generally good health, but have a question about RhoGAM. When I had my children in the ’60s, I was in the original study conducted to see if my AB negative blood type would hurt my children. I understand that the Rh factor can hurt […]
Posted inSun Spots
Call a pro to handle troublesome wasps
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You are always so helpful and have a solution to just about everything. I have a lot of wasps on my living room window screen and kill them because they are annoying. How do they get onto the screen and what attracts them? How do you get rid of them? Also, what […]
Posted inDear Abby
Mother refuses to let ‘child’ leave the nest
DEAR ABBY: I’m 22, and when I was in my teens, I was sheltered. I was often in trouble for something little. My phone was taken away from me for months, and I wasn’t allowed to do anything besides go to school. It caused me to develop social anxiety. I still live with my controlling […]
Posted inHoroscope
Sagittarius: Don’t let anyone take advantage of you. Pay attention to what you offer and how you use your skills to reach your goal.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Melanie Fiona, 40; Becki Newton, 45; Andrew Zimmern, 62; Geraldo Rivera, 80. Happy Birthday: Call on those you trust to tell you the truth and contribute sound advice. Keep your finances in order, and don’t be tempted to spend on things you don’t need. Spontaneity can be thrilling and inviting […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on July 4
100 Years Ago: 1923 The fire department was called out Wednesday for a small blaze on the roof of a house at 91 Sewall street, Augusta, occupied by the family of C. A. Bachelder. The chemical from the Hartford station responded to the call, and the fire was speedily extinguished. The blaze started from a […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Learning the symptoms that lead to a COPD diagnosis
DEAR DR. ROACH: What signs and/or symptoms do you need for a doctor to determine you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? — R.K. ANSWER: The diagnosis of COPD is suspected in people who are at risk for the disease and note one of two cardinal symptoms: cough or dyspnea. (A “symptom” is what a […]
Posted inSun Spots
Franco Center in Lewiston seeks volunteers for events
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Franco Center has a wonderful group of volunteers, and we are in need of adding additional volunteers to help with specific events on our calendar. On July 14 and 15, the Franco Center will hold an open house with free admission, tours, and lots of activities from 10 a.m. to 5 […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Waterville Rocks concerts start July 7
Waterville Opera House recently announced the eighth consecutive year of Waterville Rocks, a series of four free family friendly outdoor concerts with music ranging from folk and Americana to rock and soul. This year’s lineup will include The Weight Band with Chris Ross, Dustbowl Revival, Will Evans Trio, and Griffin William Sherry, all at downtown […]