DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for a cookie recipe for this holiday that will really wow my family. We usually do sugar cookie cutouts, but I think it would be fun to do something with more flavor and holiday chutzpah. Can you recommend one or two? — No name, Auburn ANSWER: Our family goes crazy […]
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Posted inEncore
Under the Covers at Mixers on Saturday
Under the Covers will play at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. The high-energy band plays hits from the 50s through today featuring songs by The Eagles, Blondie, Journey, Whitney Houston, Tina Turner and more. There is no cover charge and plenty of free parking. Mixers is located […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Woman tired of couples constant intrusive drama
DEAR ABBY: My husband has a “best friend” from childhood I’ll call “Artie,” but they have little in common anymore. Finding things to do with him and his wife is a struggle. We like to travel, so we always invite them along, but Artie says “no” to everything. His wife, “Ann,” and I are pretty […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Sensitivity and specificity: taking the measure of at-home tests
DEAR DR. ROACH: How reliable are home COVID-19 tests? I’ve read one article that said that if you tested negative you could be certain that you did not have COVID-19, but if you tested positive there was a significant chance of a false positive. Another article said exactly the opposite. What are the facts? — […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Concentrate on what’s essential and take care of matters that will encourage the best outcome
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Aaron Rodgers, 38; Britney Spears, 40; Monica Seles, 48; Lucy Liu, 53. Happy Birthday: Streamlining your life will make it easier for you to get where you want to go. Concentrate on your budget and what’s important to you to ensure you can maintain the lifestyle that puts your mind […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Dec. 2
100 Years Ago: 1921 The Camp Fire Girls of Park Street M.E. Church held their November ceremonial Wednesday evening at the home of the guardian. The candles were lit by Madelyn Lawrence and Bessie Footman. 50 Years Ago: 1971 Auburn Mayor John R. Linnell, concerned about rabid foxes turning up recently in the city, today […]
Posted inSun Spots
Baking with fresh yeast requires delicate handling and specific steps
DEAR SUN SPOTS: For the second year in a row my Thanksgiving rolls didn’t rise much. Everyone said they were fine, but you know what “fine” means. I used fresh yeast. What am I doing wrong? — No name, Poland ANSWER: Remember, yeast is a living thing. It’s somewhat delicate and there isn’t a wide […]
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Time and Temperature phone number for Maine still works
DEAR SUN SPOTS: It’s been a while since I called the Time and Temperature phone number. To my surprise, it just rings when I call it and it isn’t answered with the time, temperature, and brief weather report. Is it now a thing of the past or did something break? Will it be repaired and […]
Posted inDear Abby
Husband wants wifes history to repeat itself
DEAR ABBY: I am a 44-year-old woman who has been married for three years. We all have a past. Unfortunately, I made mistakes in mine that I foolishly mentioned to my husband when he asked. He is someone who doesn’t let go of things easily. I had a threesome in my early 20s, which I […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: Eliminate worry by keeping busy and being resourceful
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Vance Joy, 34; Sarah Silverman, 51; Nestor Carbonell, 54; Bette Midler, 76. Happy Birthday: Align yourself with people who are eager to please and energetic enough to get things done. Those you associate with will help trigger your success by supporting your efforts. Rely on inside information to help you […]