100 Years Ago: 1922 One of the largest poultry exhibits at the New Gloucester fair is F. E. Field of Auburn. This young lad has not less than 46 birds in his coops and these include twelve different varieties. At his home on Gamage Avenue he has some 200 birds and intends to keep increasing the number. […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Prostate medication incites sexual side effects within men
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have been taking tamsulosin and finasteride for prostate issues — nothing major, just the usual middle-of-the-night urges and frequent urination. Could these medications contribute to my new concerns of erectile dysfunction (ED), changes in ejaculation and/or my occasional bout with kidney stones? My urologist has suggested Viagra for the ED, but […]
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Posted inSun Spots
Lewiston Housing needs volunteers to deliver lunches, sort food
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Lewiston Housing’s Food Security Program needs volunteers to pick up lunches at Trinity Jubilee Center and deliver them to some of our residents. This commitment is about one hour at a time. We are also looking for volunteers to help with food sorting and distribution. The volunteer commitment is very flexible and […]
Posted inEncore
Pair of comedy shows on stage this weekend
The River Comics present two different stand-up comedy this week. Host Ian MacDonald unleashes a trio of comics at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 7, at The Colisee Club in Lewiston, with everyone’s favorite local angry man Mike Gray, Maine’s King of Improv Comedy Dennis Price, and the well-traveled and multi-talented funnyman Adam Groppman. Comedy […]
Posted inDear Abby
College classmate won’t take no for an answer
DEAR ABBY: My spouse and I work at the college where we were undergraduates. The school has a strong reunion tradition, and thousands of alumni come with their families to relive their college days. We live here year-round and are sort of done with reminiscing. In years past, I’ve had boundary issues with former classmates […]
Posted inHoroscope
Pisces: Put your energy into your home, family and romancing someone you deem special.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ella Balinska, 26; Alicia Silverstone, 46; Liev Schreiber, 55; Susan Sarandon, 76. Happy Birthday: Spread some joy. Kindness and consideration will help you charm your way into opportunities galore this year. Follow through with a disciplined attitude and some concrete ideas to share with the people you want to work […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Oct. 4
100 Years Ago: 1922 Six automobiles are to be brought over the road to Lewiston from Cleveland, Ohio, this week by six Lewiston drivers. 50 Years Ago: 1972 Modeling the latest fall fashions at the card party and style show being presented October 10 at the Lewiston Knights of Columbus Home will be Susan Morin, […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Narrow angle glaucoma calls for an immediate laser iridotomy
DEAR DR. ROACH: My eye doctor told me I’m in danger of an “acute attack” of narrow angle glaucoma and that I need iridotomy in both eyes right away. He also said this may be related to my headaches. I wanted to get a sense of whether to go ahead with it pretty quickly or […]
Posted inSun Spots
Minot church Holiday Fair offering candy, crafts, takeout lunch
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Minot United Methodist Church will hold its annual Holiday Fair on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our little country church on Route 121 at the corner of Minot Avenue and Empire Road will have a good supply of home-baked goods, candy and crafts. Cabot Extra Sharp Cheddar […]
Posted inEncore
CORRECTION: Artist Alice Tweedie’s website incorrect
The website address for artist Alice Tweedie, who has an exhibit of watercolor paintings on display through Oct. 15 at the Norway Memorial Library, was published incorrectly. The correct address is www.alicetweedieart.com. Pricing lists are available at the display cases and the library information desk has information about purchasing items. For more information, contact Alana […]