100 Years Ago: 1922 Hundreds of Legionaries from all sections of the state will pour into the Two Cities today, the opening day of the Fourth Annual Convention of the the Department of Maine American Legion. With them will come several hundred women of the Legion Auxiliary, who are holding joint conventions here. It is […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Man bites off more than he can chew with comments
DEAR ABBY: Every year my girlfriend and I take each other out for dinner on our birthdays and bring a gift. This year, even though I am currently experiencing financial hardship, I bought her a gift and offered her dinner. At the restaurant, she ordered the largest portion of what she wanted. She stated it’s […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: A change of heart will help you let go of what’s no longer working for you. Embrace new beginnings.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Idris Elba, 50; Rosie Perez, 58; Jane Curtin, 75; Swoosie Kurtz, 78. Happy Birthday: Push forward with enthusiasm. Be the life of the party and the one with all the suggestions. Use your strengths, work on your weaknesses and strive to maintain balance. Select the key players in your life […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Pap smear returns with unsatisfactory results
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 59-year-old female in good health, except for my rheumatoid arthritis, which is controlled with a prescription of methotrexate. My question pertains to Pap smears. My OB-GYN says that guidelines indicate Pap smears are to be done every three years, unless there is a complication. My most recent one, last […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Pap smear returns with unsatisfactory results
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 59-year-old female in good health, except for my rheumatoid arthritis, which is controlled with a prescription of methotrexate. My question pertains to Pap smears. My OB-GYN says that guidelines indicate Pap smears are to be done every three years, unless there is a complication. My most recent one, last […]
Posted inSun Spots
Fall craft fairs scheduled in October for Auburn and South Paris venues
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The West Auburn Congregational Church will hold its annual Fall Vendor Fair from 9 a.m.to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1. it will include a variety of craft vendors, a bake sale and a box lunch to go. The church at 811 West Auburn Road. For more information or to rent a vendor […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Sept. 5
100 Years Ago: 1922 The Maine State Fair eclipsed all previous records yesterday in its opening day from the point of attendance and variety of program. The weatherman kept back the showers which looked threatening, and the crowds began to pour forth through the turnstiles long before noon. There was program enough to interest all […]
Posted inDear Abby
Husband isn’t shy about critiquing wife’s flaws
DEAR ABBY: My husband often points out my flaws and shortcomings. For 20 years now, while I try to make changes, I find myself in the same place on most issues. He’s increasingly impatient with me, and I get a daily rundown of what I should or could have done better. I don’t want to […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Praluent injections significantly decrease LDL level
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 66-year-old male diagnosed about 15 years ago with mild coronary artery disease, with some blockages in my peripheral arteries. I was taking the maximum recommended dosage of pravastatin to maintain a low cholesterol, but I experienced complete ruptures of both Achilles tendons. These incidences occurred five years apart, but […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Praluent injections significantly decrease LDL level
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 66-year-old male diagnosed about 15 years ago with mild coronary artery disease, with some blockages in my peripheral arteries. I was taking the maximum recommended dosage of pravastatin to maintain a low cholesterol, but I experienced complete ruptures of both Achilles tendons. These incidences occurred five years apart, but […]