NOTE: This event has been canceled. The area’s first Dueling Pianos show featuring Julia Chisholm and Aria Madrid is scheduled to be presented at 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10, in the front room, first level at 49 Franklin, at 49 Franklin St., in Rumford. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for social, pub menu […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Taurus: Have all the information before jumping into something
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Whitney Cummings, 39; Beyonce Knowles, 40; Max Greenfield, 42; Wes Bentley, 43. Happy Birthday: Spend more time reconnecting with people you haven’t been able to see for some time. Expand your friendships and interests, and learn something new and exciting. Concentrate on personal growth and bringing about a lifestyle that […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Son insists couple has obligation for grandkids’ tuition
DEAR ABBY: What financial responsibility do parents have to their adult children and grandchildren? We are a blended family of 35 years. It is the second marriage for my wife and me, with four children and eight grandchildren. One child insists it is our responsibility to assist with the cost of educating his two children. […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
‘Who‘s in Bed With the Bulter’ to complete theater season in Madison
“Who’s in Bed With the Butler” will close out the season at Lakewood Theater, at 76 Theater Road in Madison. Performances are set for 8 p.m. Sept. 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18; 4 p.m. Sept. 12; and 2 p.m. Sept. 15. A California billionaire has bequeathed all of his assets to his only […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Sept. 4
100 Years Ago: 1921 Raoul Dufail, Lewiston, a tenor, will leave for New York Friday, where he expects to remain until his airline date, Sept. 14, when he leaves for two years of study in Italy. 50 Years Ago: 1971 Miss Carmela J. Appleby of Lisbon Falls will be the featured speaker at a meeting […]
Posted inEncore
T-Acadie featured for Music for Mavis concert
“Music for Mavis” Tuesdays at the Gazebo will host Pam Weeks with T-Acadie at the September hours of 6-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 7, at the gazebo in Turner. T-Acadie is a dance band and folk trio from Maine, part of the region including the Canadian maritime provinces known as Acadia (“T-Acadie” is Cajun slang […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aries: Creative pursuits may push you to financial gain
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rita Volk, 31; Shaun White, 35; Omi, 35; Garrett Hedlund, 37. Happy Birthday: Volunteer work will lift your spirits and connect you to someone who has something to offer. Direct the changes you make into something that adds knowledge and skills to your qualifications. The more you do to diversify, […]
Posted inDear Abby
Wife unsettled at MIL’s frequent presence at home
DEAR ABBY: I have been married for nearly 10 years. I guess I never noticed this while we were dating, but as our marriage has progressed, it’s becoming increasingly apparent he’s a complete “mama’s boy.” He calls her constantly with updates (some I’d prefer she didn’t know about) and invites her over frequently without consulting […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Mom is convinced nighttime sounds have a name
DEAR DR. ROACH: I need help with my mother’s question (she’s 86). She reports hearing glass breaking or being smashed. It’s so loud that it wakes her out of her sleep. She looks around and never is there a glass broken. She says it’s also a loud crashing noise, like something slamming up against a […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Sept. 3
100 Years Ago: 1921 There are a few more season tickets for sale by the guarantors of the Chautauqua which will be available to the public for $2.50 until three o’clock this afternoon after which the price will be $3.30 at the tent of the Chautauqua. The program will open this afternoon with William Rainey […]