100 years ago: 1925 “Lewiston city hall is bubbling over with excitement at the news that an attempt was made sometime between Saturday night and Sunday morning to break into the city clerk’s office by extracting a large window pane in the door. Napoleon Hamel, clerk of the office discovered the attempt Sunday noon. Three […]
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Capricorn: lowering debt and adding greater security to your life and surroundings.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Allison Williams, 37; Lorenzo Cain, 39; Rick Schroder, 55; Al Green, 79. Happy Birthday: Look out for your interests. Relying on someone else to take care of medical, financial or legal matters for you will result in regret. Communication and resourcefulness will be your passage to overcoming obstacles and achieving […]
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Grown godchildren no longer communicate as often
DEAR ABBY: My godchildren and I were always very close. They consider me literally their second mom. Until now, we were blessed with great communication. The oldest always sent me a warm Mother’s Day greeting and called me often. About a year ago, she started ignoring all of my overtures. Her younger sister, who is […]
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Looking Back for April 12, 2025
100 years ago: 1925 “Evangelist Carrigan of Lewiston, trusty at the county jail, Auburn, was absent without leave at dinnertime yesterday, and in the opinion of the sheriff was to all intents and purposes and escaped prisoner at the evening roll call last night. Sheriff Murray as soon as he learned of Carrigan’s departure made […]
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Looking Back: UMaine party ban, new unleaded gas
Looking Back for April 11, 2025
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Sagittarius: You want to keep your head clear and fend off disrupters and those who want to exploit you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Saoirse Ronan, 31; Claire Danes, 46; David Letterman, 78; Ed O’Neill, 79. Happy Birthday: Take an innovative approach to life, love and chasing happiness. Participate in events and activities that give you a voice and make a difference. Keep an open mind and look for opportunities that enhance your reputation, […]
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Sagittarius: You want to keep your head clear and fend off disrupters and those who want to exploit you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Saoirse Ronan, 31; Claire Danes, 46; David Letterman, 78; Ed O’Neill, 79. Happy Birthday: Take an innovative approach to life, love and chasing happiness. Participate in events and activities that give you a voice and make a difference. Keep an open mind and look for opportunities that enhance your reputation, […]
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Woman doesn’t want to pay unemployed sister’s rent
DEAR ABBY: At 63, I am the youngest sister of four siblings. We grew up in the turmoil of Dad’s alcoholism and hoarding, as well as physical and emotional abuse from both our parents. One of my sisters, “June,” was sexually assaulted by my brother. She’s 71 now and hasn’t worked since she was in […]
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Scorpio: A creative outlet will help you see people and situations from a unique perspective.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Will Tudor, 38; Chris Gaylor, 46; Tricia Helfer, 51; Joel Grey, 93. Happy Birthday: Reach out, reconnect and explore the possibilities. Share your experience, knowledge and skills, and you’ll gain access and introductions that can help you revitalize your profile, position and opportunities. Transformation is rising, and personal growth will […]
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Comedian brothers’ feud is no longer laughing matter
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I are the parents of three grown sons. Our middle son (“Kurt,” age 29) has been in conflict with his younger brother (“Jared,” age 26) for more than a year. Kurt started doing stand-up comedy but still works a day job to pay his bills. Jared now has also started […]