CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Megan Rapinoe, 37; Dave Haywood, 40; Edie Falco, 59; Huey Lewis, 72. Happy Birthday: Make changes to your living arrangements and to how you help others. Avoid taking on too much or neglecting what’s important to you. Keep your expectations and situations in perspective, and live in the moment. Use […]
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Posted inEncore
Looking Back on July 5
100 Years Ago: 1922 The summer camps in this vicinity are all opened and filled to overflowing. Camp Kennebec on Salmon Lake, Camp Arden and Camp Arcodice on McGealt Pond, Camp Somerset on East Pond, Cedarcrest Camp on Lake Messalouckee, and Pine Island and Camp Merryweather on Great Pond are crowded with girls and boys […]
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Posted inSun Spots
D-Day veteran Eugene St. Pierre’s writings sought
DEAR SUN SPOTS: This past Memorial Day I was fortunate to come upon Eugene A. St. Pierre’s grave marker at Mount Hope Cemetery in Lewiston. He was a World War II veteran who landed on the Beaches of Normandy on D-Day, survived and returned home. In doing some light research, I have found that in […]
Posted inDear Abby
Man’s relationship status dismays longtime girlfriend
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been living with my boyfriend, “Dan,” for 15 years. He has always worked, and he doesn’t hit me. If he’s mad he lets go easy and doesn’t dwell on stuff. (I can’t say the same about me.) Here’s the issue: On his Facebook profile in the “relationship status” section, he states that […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on July 4
100 Years Ago: 1922 An open house will be kept this afternoon and evening by Bennett. B. Fuller of Auburn at his attractive residence, Pine Lodge, Gamage Avenue. The day is the occasion of Mr. Fuller’s birthday and for a dozen years or more he has made it a point to entertain friends and members […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Leptospirosis can be transmitted from animal to human
Dear Dr. Roach: Our family dog got sick and needed to be admitted to the veterinary hospital, where she was diagnosed with leptospirosis. The vet says she will pull through, but do I need to be concerned about my family? — E.V. Answer: A handful of diseases — called zoonoses — can be transmitted from […]
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: A meaningful change will warm your heart. Focus on doing your best to make a difference.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Melanie Fiona, 39; Becki Newton, 44; Andrew Zimmern, 61; Geraldo Rivera, 79. Happy Birthday: Make simplicity, moderation and kindness your priorities. Getting along with others will improve your popularity and support whatever goal you want to achieve. Look at whatever you want to pursue and weigh the pros and cons […]
Posted inSun Spots
Lewiston woman offers free baby formula to anyone in need
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a canister of Similac 360 Total Care to give away. My grandson and his wife left it because they couldn’t put it in their suitcase. The expiration date is Jan. 4, 2023. Please contact me at 241-0750. — Monique, Lewiston ANSWER: That’s kind of you, considering the baby formula shortage. […]
Posted inDear Abby
Wife’s cancer diagnosis pushes man to the brink
DEAR ABBY: My first wife died of colon cancer 25 years ago. She was extremely brave and fought hard for two years, but in the end, it was a blessing when her suffering ended. I remarried 20 years ago, and my second wife has now been diagnosed with the same cancer. When the diagnosis came […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Put together a proposal and a list of people who have something unique to offer. An impromptu gathering will lead to sensitive discussions and an exciting plan.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Olivia Munn, 42; Andrea Barber, 46; Tom Cruise, 60; Montel Williams, 66. Happy Birthday: Put your energy into something concrete. Focus on making things better for yourself, your loved ones and causes that concern you. Sign up, participate and make a difference. You will get more out of what you […]