100 Years Ago: 1922 The placing of milk in the Auburn schools by Miss Whitney, R.N. is meeting with phenomenal success at the Lincoln Grammar School Wednesday, 118 half pint bottles were consumed by the children. “It’s a funny thing,” sald Miss Whitney, but many mothers declare that while their children won’t drink milk at […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Woman can no longer support sister’s decisions in life
DEAR ABBY: For years my sister has been in a relationship with a man who treats her terribly. She works full time and comes home to find him out partying every day. I have stood by her and offered advice and a willing ear, but at this point, her problems are affecting my marriage as […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
It looks like it’s time for osteoporosis treatment
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 79-year-old woman with osteopenia. I had the FRAX assessment and was told my 10-year probability of major osteoporotic fracture percentage is 19.4%, with a hip fracture probability of 5.7%. Unfortunately, I broke my wrist in a traumatic fall backward last year, landing on a concrete patio. My doctor has […]
Posted inHoroscope
Virgo: Discuss your thoughts concerns and intentions and you’ll come to an agreement that can enhance your life
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Chloe Grace Moretz, 25; Emma Roberts, 31; Elizabeth Banks, 48; Laura Dern, 55. Happy Birthday: Take domestic matters seriously, and build a future that is full of potential. Stick to a plan, and budget wisely. Consider what’s meaningful. Be mindful of others, but don’t give anyone the right to take […]
Posted inEncore
Bridgton gallery welcomes milliner to cooperative
BRIDGTON — Gallery 302 welcomes milliner Nancy Corcoran-Murphy to its cooperative gallery at 112 Main St. The Bridgton Collection is inspired by the women in her family, rooting back to the early 1900s when her grandmother and sister attended Bridgton Academy. Her family summered in Waterford, at their camp on Bear Pond for many years, […]
Posted inSun Spots
Tommy’s Feral Feline Friends carrying on since co-owner’s death
DEAR SUN SPOTS: It saddens my heart to inform Sun Spotters that Norm Blais, co-owner of Tommy’s Feral Feline Friends, died suddenly just before Christmas.He said, “Don’t worry, Sun Spots will put out our need for help.” And as always, he was right. The day he died (Dec. 22, 2021) your gift of love for […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Feb. 9
100 Years Ago: 1922 The action of an automobile driver on Sabattus Street Friday morning, when he slowed up his machine and almost stopped to avoid hitting a dog that was playing in the street, sets an example that could well be followed by hundreds of other local automobile owners. 50 Years Ago : 1972 […]
Posted inDear Abby
Innocent internet search reveals a shocking secret
DEAR ABBY: I recently Googled my brother-in-law to see if I could find his birthdate, which I had forgotten. When his name came up, so did some information I wish I hadn’t seen. He’s a convicted sex offender (rape) who has served time. I am assuming my sister knows about his past. But what if […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Peritoneal dialysis can be done at home safely
DEAR DR. ROACH: My 96-year-old mother has stage 5 kidney disease (GFR is 12) along with congestive heart failure. She’s not your typical 96-year-old — she is sharp as a tack, still attends church weekly and is involved with the assistance league! She is going to need to start some type of dialysis soon. We […]
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Listen carefully and consider how the information you receive will benefit you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Tyson Houseman, 32; Mia Farrow, 77; Joe Pesci, 79; Carole King, 80. Happy Birthday: Eliminate what you no longer need, and simplify your life. Aim to ease stress and minimize responsibility. Focus on the people and things that make you happy. Be accountable for your life and how it unfolds, […]