The Waterville Rocks concerts series resumes this summer with free, family friendly, outdoor concerts at Head of Falls in Waterville. The beer garden will open at 5:30 p.m., music is set to begin at 6 p.m. Spencer Albee will kick off the series Wednesday, July 23. Albee is a Portland based and nationally acclaimed singer, […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Alternative treatments exist to treat impotence
DEAR ABBY: I think you missed an important consideration in your March 25 advice to the widower who had had prostate surgery and was afraid to tell a prospective girlfriend he couldn’t have sex. My husband and I are in our 60s and he has a similar condition. But we have become creative, and our […]
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Aquarius: Don’t let someone else’s selfishness hinder you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lana Del Rey, 36; Jussie Smollett, 38; Prince William, 39; Chris Pratt, 42. Happy Birthday: Educate, liberate and turn something that interests you into a hobby or moneymaking endeavor. Embrace change and be receptive to suggestions. Personal growth will lead to opportunities to soothe the soul and help you let […]
Posted inSun Spots
L&A Veterans Council has new treasurer for Veterans Memorial Park info
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the June 14 Sun Spots, in your response to the question about the monuments at the Veterans Memorial Park in Lewiston, unfortunately Norm Cote passed away recently, and I do not know who took over for him as treasurer for the L&A Veterans Council. — Connie, Lewiston ANSWER: I am so […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Rare allergic reaction is triggered by exercise and certain food
DEAR DR. ROACH: Please write about food-dependent exercise-induced anaphylaxis. Many medical professionals still do not know about this rare and potentially deadly condition. Thank you! — M.S. ANSWER: Anaphylaxis is the most serious of all the allergic reactions. It is rapid in onset, and initially causes symptoms such as warmth and flushing, diffuse hives and […]
Posted inDear Abby
Alternative treatments exist to treat impotence
DEAR ABBY: I think you missed an important consideration in your March 25 advice to the widower who had had prostate surgery and was afraid to tell a prospective girlfriend he couldn’t have sex. My husband and I are in our 60s and he has a similar condition. But we have become creative, and our […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on June 21
100 Years Ago: 1921 The annual outing of the Women’s Literary Union of Androscoggin County was held Tuesday at New Gloucester. Sixty-five ladies were at the dinner, which was served at 12:30, standard time, in the town hall. It was in charge of the Ladles’ Circle of the Congregational Church, and the hall was prettily […]
Posted inDear Abby
Wife fears family visits after mother-in-law’s passing
DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 40 years. My beloved mother-in-law passed away two years ago. She had always been my “buffer” against the rest of my husband’s family — two brothers and their families and his stepfather, none of whom care for me. When we would visit from out of state, I could […]
Posted inHoroscope
Capricorn: Balance out the hours you spend working and playing
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alisan Porter, 40; Nicole Kidman, 54; John Goodman, 69; Lionel Richie, 72. Happy Birthday: Share only with like-minded people. Focus on your objective, and dismiss those who try to lead you astray. Keep life simple and projects doable. Focus on friendships that are honest and trustworthy. Let go of negativity […]
Posted inDear Abby
Wife fears family visits after mother-in-law’s passing
DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 40 years. My beloved mother-in-law passed away two years ago. She had always been my “buffer” against the rest of my husband’s family — two brothers and their families and his stepfather, none of whom care for me. When we would visit from out of state, I could […]