DEAR ABBY: I’m a girl of 23 who has never had a boyfriend. Now that I finished college and am a journalist, I have met some guys, mostly from high school and places like that. One of them, who went to my middle school, recently asked me on a date. Another one from high school […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Sagittarius: Focus on fostering relationships with like-minded people
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Macklemore, 38; Zoe Saldana, 43; Paula Abdul, 59; Phylicia Rashad, 73. Happy Birthday: Pay closer attention to the people and things that bring you joy. Take control of your happiness, and make room and time to explore what interests you. Use your intellect to navigate your way through situations that […]
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Posted inEncore
Looking Back on June 19
100 Years Ago: 1921 The West Auburn Ladies’ Aid will hold a sale Wednesday afternoon with an entertainment in the evening, The entertainment will include piano and violin music and a farce by the young ladies of the Court Street Baptist Church. 50 Years Ago: 1971 David Chouinard, 5, of Luxton Ave., Rumford, went fishing […]
Posted inDear Abby
Neighbor intrudes on backyard oasis
DEAR ABBY: I am a 40-something single mother of two teens. A 24-year-old neighbor with a young daughter moved in next door a couple years ago after her divorce. She recently joined the workforce, and being a single working mother for the last year and a half has been a difficult adjustment for her. When […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Help others by creating a place of learning and enlightenment
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Meaghan Rath, 35; Blake Shelton, 45; Carol Kane, 69; Paul McCartney, 79. Happy Birthday: Concentrate on what’s important to you. Stay away from situations that confuse and cause uncertainty. Carefully pick and choose the people you associate with. Focus on using your skills and attributes to excel. Revenge will stand […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Joan Kennedy plans Augusta concert
The Joan Kennedy Band will perform at 5 p.m. Friday, June 25, at the Red Barn in Augusta. Additional performances are set for 7 p.m. Saturday, June 26; 2 p.m. Sunday, July 25; 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 26. Kennedy, a singer and musician, is a Canadian born and raised […]
Posted inSun Spots
Child’s pink glasses found in Livermore Falls Recreation Park
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We would like to thank the person who found the pink glasses at the Livermore Falls Recreation Park. They are my granddaughter’s and her parents are grateful that someone found them. Your column helps so many people. Thank you for your service. — Susan, Monmouth ANSWER: I’m so happy — hooray! DEAR […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Stool softeners not habit-forming
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 84-year-old male who has recently found relief from lifelong strain in bowel movements by using stool softeners. I would like to know if they’re habit-forming if taken once a day. I’ve tried Metamucil without as good of results. Please comment on both. Thank you. — B.C. ANSWER: Straining for a […]
Posted inDear Abby
Neighbor intrudes on backyard oasis
DEAR ABBY: I am a 40-something single mother of two teens. A 24-year-old neighbor with a young daughter moved in next door a couple years ago after her divorce. She recently joined the workforce, and being a single working mother for the last year and a half has been a difficult adjustment for her. When […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on June 18
100 Years Ago: 1921 The men’s club of the Elm Street Universalist church will stage the most novel dinner over served in these cities tonight in the vestry. Every detail has been prepared, and attended to by the men, who will even serve the delicacies to ladies. The hour is 6 o’clock and the public […]