100 Years Ago: 1921 The children held the center of the stage Tuesday night at the meeting of the Waterville Women’s club which was held at Library Hall, childrens’ night being observed. The program was in charge of the mothercraft department and was a credit both to the children who took part and to the […]
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Aries: If change is what you want, it’s up to you to make it happen
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Saoirse Ronan, 27; Claire Danes, 42; Jennifer Esposito, 48; Ed O’Neill, 75. Happy Birthday: Consider what you want, and move full steam ahead. Connect with people who can help you bring about positive changes. Be brave, speak up and take action. Find your passion and do your best to make […]
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Posted inDear Abby
After-hours texting keeps retiree up at night
DEAR ABBY: My wife and I are both recently retired. Our 19-year-old daughter lives 100 miles away at college. My wife has an elderly mother. My problem is family and friends who text early in the morning. When I was working, I had to get up at 4:30 a.m., so one of the biggest rewards […]
Posted inHoroscope
Pisces: Arguing will be a waste of time
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alex Pettyfer, 31; Jamie Chung, 38; Shay Mitchell, 34; Dion Phaneuf, 36. Happy Birthday: There is no time to waste. So much to do, and every minute counts. Preparation is paramount, and executing your plans with finesse will make a difference to the outcome. Offer honesty, integrity and a transparent […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on April 10
100 Years Ago: 1921 “Don’t forget the date—April 19th,” says John Childs, who is in charge of the American Legion minstrel show. “It is going to be a whirlwind, and the parade at noon will be another big feature.” 50 Years Ago: 1971 The banquet sponsored by the Central Maine General Hospital Nurses Alumni Association […]
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Man is weighed down by sadness four years after separation
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been separated from my wife for about four years, at her request. It was justified. I wasn’t the best husband. I wasn’t abusive, but I was sad and feeling sorry for myself, like now. I took her for granted and didn’t show her the affection she deserved, but I have been going […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Proper precautions should remain in place after vaccination
DEAR DR. ROACH: Could you please provide your recommendations on how we should conduct ourselves after we get the COVID vaccine? Please include an explanation of how immune we actually will be. — T.S. ANSWER: Three vaccines are approved under an emergency authorization at the time of this writing: Two mRNA vaccines, made by Moderna […]
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Aquarius: The element of surprise will have the most significant effect
Eugenia Last CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Elle Fanning, 23; Leighton Meester, 35; Keshia Knight Pulliam, 42; Dennis Quaid, 67. Happy Birthday: Choose your battles wisely this year. Keep the peace when dealing with friends and family. Kindness will get you further than criticism. Put more emphasis on personal growth and less on trying to […]
Posted inSun Spots
Looking for throwback “Wonder Body Exerciser”
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am looking for a doorknob exerciser. This item has two ropes on a pulley that the user secures to a doorknob. There is a loop on both ends of the rope. Two loops are used for the feet and two for the hands. Your hands and feet go up and down […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on April 9
100 Years Ago: 1921 Wednesday evening Lewiston and Auburn society danced in aid of the CMG Hospital as it has been done for years — but with a difference. This year it was quite informal, not a dress suit to be seen, and very few formal evening gowns, altho many pretty frocks were worn. The […]