A Seth Glier CD release concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, at The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. in Boothbay Harbor. Glier’s new album “The Coronation” is an invitation to forge a new, more beautiful world out of the current chaos. “For most of my adult life, I’ve held […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Guillain-Barre syndrome is an autoimmune response
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have multiple sclerosis, Addison’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. I am on steroids daily as well as potent immunosuppressive. In November 2013, I received a flu shot, and 10 days later I came down with Guillain-Barre syndrome. I was paralyzed for six months. Half of my doctors say I should take […]
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Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Sept. 29
100 Years Ago: 1921 The Federal inspection of Auburn cows being carried out by Inspector O.C.Caldwell of Portland continues to bear out the claim that Auburn is more free from having tuberculosis than any other section of the state. Today 949 cows have been tested and of this number two reactors were found. But the […]
Posted inDear Abby
We never dated in the past because he was an alcoholic
DEAR ABBY: I recently got back in touch with an old flame from 12 years ago. We never dated in the past because he was an alcoholic and not in a good place. A month ago, he added me on Snapchat, and we picked up right where we left off. He has been sober for […]
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: Step out of the line of fire if someone unjustly targets you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kevin Durant, 33; Roger Bart, 59; Bryant Gumbel, 73; Jerry Lee Lewis, 86. Happy Birthday: Look at every angle before you make a move. Putting caution first will save you from spending your time backtracking. A steady pace forward with comprehensive checklists will ensure that you make the most of […]
Posted inSun Spots
Lewiston nonprofit needs Keurig coffee maker for drop-in center
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You’re always such a great resource and we’re hoping someone in Sun Spots Land can help us. The Center for Wisdom’s Women in Lewiston is open for limited hours from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday for women to drop in for free activities. Sadly, our Keurig coffee maker has […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
International comedy ‘The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron?’ coming to Franco stage Oct. 6
LEWISTON – Robert Dubac’s “The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron?” is coming to the Franco Center at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6, at 46 Cedar St. On a quest to answer the age-old question, “What do women want?” Dubac transforms himself into five “hysterical boneheads who each offer sidesplitting advice on how to best straddle the […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Celebration Barn to present the Gawler Family Band
The Gawler Family Band at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, at the Performing at Celebration Barn Theater, at 190 Stock Farm Road in South Paris. This musical performance is suitable for all ages. COVID-19 precautions will be in place. The Gawler Family Band (John and Ellen Gawler and their daughters Molly, Edith, and Elsie, […]
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The Weight Band concert set for Waterville
The Weight Band will take the stage at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, at the Waterville Opera House, 1 Common St. in Waterville. Performing their current album, “World Gone Mad,“ as well as classic songs of The Band, The Weight Band is led by Jim Weider, a 15-year former member of The Band and the […]
Posted inDear Abby
Daughter’s relationship choices disappoint mom
DEAR ABBY: I have a 23-year-old daughter, “Julia,” who I am close with. She has been in a relationship with “Joey,” a guy her age, for four years and living with him for the last 16 months. Joey’s a great kid who hasn’t had a lot of support in his life. I have been like […]