DEAR ABBY: I am blessed with two sons who live with me. They are in their mid-20s. The younger one is an amazing young man. He’s strong, confident but not cocky, and happy. He’s in college, works part-time and plays in a band, among other things. My older son is the opposite. Since he was […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Sagittarius: Focus on personal gain, not giving your blood, sweat and tears to benefit someone else.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dakota Fanning, 31; Emily Blunt, 42; Kristin Davis, 60; Patricia Richardson, 74. Happy Birthday: Charm, creativity and boundaries will pave the way to a bright future. Recognizing and applying your niche to everyday life will open a window of opportunity. Don’t underestimate those who try to recruit you to see […]
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Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Feb. 22
100 Years Ago: 1925 An article for February 22, 1925 is unavailable, an article from February 22, 1924 is being offered instead. Washington’s Birthday heralded the second annual Winter Carnival for Hallowell. The day apparently was made for the occasion and the whole town turned out in honor of King Winter, and his bunch of […]
Posted inDear Abby
Boyfriend hasn’t left his home in over a year
DEAR ABBY: I have been in a relationship with someone for 11 months. We’re both each other’s first relationship after being single for a few years following traumatic breakups. During our entire relationship, he has not cut his hair, left his house or socialized with anyone besides me, except via text. He doesn’t visit me, […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Get out, network, socialize and charm your way into the hearts of those you want to be around.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Drew Barrymore, 50; Thomas Jane, 56; Jeri Ryan, 57; Kyle MacLachlan, 66. Happy Birthday: Consider what’s important to you before you head down a path that requires time, patience and accuracy. Look at your schedule and map out a plan that helps you execute what you want to achieve without […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Feb. 21
100 Years Ago: 1925 Harry Raeburn who is coaching the Knights of Columbus minstrels to be presented at Lewiston City Hall on Tuesday evening, says the show has gone together in a remarkable way, and he feels confident that Lewiston and Auburn are going to see something bordering on the professional when the Knights “do […]
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Family refuses to help relative who once helped them
DEAR ABBY: Eight years ago, my wife’s nephew needed a car. His parents had poor credit at that time. I took him to a car dealer, where he found a car, and I didn’t hesitate to cosign the loan. He paid the loan off on time. I am now in financial difficulty, and one possibility […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Spouse refuses to get tested for primary progressive aphasia
DEAR DR ROACH: My husband will be 80 in a couple of months. He is experiencing what I fear is primary progressive aphasia (PPA). He will not agree to get tested. Five years ago, a neuropsychiatrist diagnosed him with slight cognitive deficiencies. He struggles to find words, uses incorrect words, and has a poor concept […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra:Travel, group participation and events that bring you in contact with people you’d like to get to know better or work alongside will lead to interesting prospects.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Elliot Page, 38; Jennifer Love Hewitt, 46; William Baldwin, 62; Kelsey Grammer, 70. Happy Birthday: Rewire your brain to fit the circumstances. You have many choices this year that require thought and adjusting how you feel and do things, especially when communication, partnerships and money are the focal point(s?). Keep […]
Posted inSun Spots
Reader has soda can tabs to donate to a school or nonprofit
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have lots of soda can pop tops to donate to a school or nonprofit. — No name, no town ANSWER: If you don’t get any other takers, you’ll want to get those tabs to the Ronald McDonald House in Portland. Go to https://rmhcmaine.org/ or call 780-6282. The organization is at 250 […]