DEAR DR. ROACH: I read your recent column regarding asymptomatic atrial fibrillation. How does this differ from having a heart murmur? I have had a murmur for about 25 years, though it was not fully diagnosed until three years ago during an unrelated emergency room visit. Until recently, the murmurs were getting worse. Other than […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: When in doubt, say no
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shani Davis, 39; Debi Mazar, 57; John Slattery, 59; Dawnn Lewis, 60. Happy Birthday: Pay attention, and you’ll be able to take advantage of unique opportunities. Be open with friends, relatives or your lover, and make plans that will help you create a mutually beneficial connection that is geared toward […]
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Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Denny Breau to play at the Turner gazebo
“Music for Mavis” Tuesdays at the Gazebo will present an evening with Denny Breau and friends from 6:30-8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 17, in Turner. The concert will be held rain or shine. Breau’s dazzlingly clear style allows him to do amazing things with a six-string guitar. He mixes genres with ease: Folk, Delta blues, […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Aug. 13
100 Years Ago: 1921 Fifteen automobiles filled with Mechanic Falls people attended the ball game at Oxford Thursday afternoon which they say was the finest of the season. 50 Years Ago: 1971 It’s carnival time along Martin Drive in Lewiston. Today Is the date set by neighborhood youngsters for their Muscular Dystrophy Associations of America. Cathy […]
Posted inSun Spots
South Paris church plans rummage and yard sale Saturday
DEAR SUN SPOTS: A large indoor/outdoor rummage and yard sale will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 14, at the First Universalist Church, 36 Pine St. in South Paris. A bag sale will follow from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Clothes, books, furniture, kitchenware, household items, tools and much more will be available. […]
Posted inEncore
Former scholarship winners to perform in this year’s Nordica Day Concert
Kaleigh Hunter and Emma Jones, winners of last year’s Nordica Scholarship, will perform in this year’s Nordica Day Concert at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 17. The performance will be live-streamed from Nordica Auditorium. On Aug. 17, 1911, world-famous opera diva and Farmington native, Lillian Nordica, performed in her hometown. The direct link to the […]
Posted inEncore
Live music at Mixers this weekend
Under the Covers will play at 8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 13, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. The band brings the energy and hits from the 50s through today with songs by The Eagles, Blondie, Journey, Whitney Houston and Tina Turner. On Saturday, Aug. 14, American singer-songwriter Maez, formerly known as “Caroline Gray,” will […]
Posted inDear Abby
‘New’ father insists baby girl be kept a secret
DEAR ABBY: My fiance, “Nathan,” and I met in college 12 years ago. At the time, he was helping to raise a child he thought was his. He was crazy about his son, “Joey.” Everywhere we went, he would show him off, post pictures of them together on social media and talk about Joey nonstop. […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Does delay of second Shingrix dose warrant a third shot?
DEAR DR. ROACH: Three years ago, I turned 60 and received my first dose of Shingrix. I had a highly unpleasant reaction, with fever and flulike symptoms. I did not return for the second dose until last week, so although I have had two doses, they are three years apart. Do I need to get […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Live in the moment to move forward
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Imani Hakim, 28; Cara Delevingne, 29; Pete Sampras, 50; Peter Krause, 56. Happy Birthday: Determination will help turn your dream into a reality. Examine the changes going on around you, and you’ll come up with a plan that will help you take advantage of the circumstances that unfold. Consistency, preparation […]