DEAR ABBY: I’m a young wife. I married after three months of dating my military husband. He was previously in an on-again/off-again relationship that lasted about eight years, during which she had a baby with another man, etc. I believe my husband is still in love with her. After constantly asking him, he says he […]
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Compressed abdominal artery leads to aneurysm surgery
DEAR DR. ROACH: What is celiac artery compression syndrome? I’m told I have this, and it’s causing an aneurysm that needs to get repaired. I found out on a scan taken for another reason. I have had some pain after eating. — I.J.M. ANSWER: The celiac artery is one of three large arteries that provide […]
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Nathan Hillman to be accompanied by James Parakilas at Oasis of Music
Violist Nathan Hillman will perform at the Oasis of Music will begin at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 7, in the downstairs chapel of the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, 122 Ash St., in Lewiston. He will be accompanied on piano in a performance of Schubert’s Arpeggione Sonata by James Parakilas. Hillman also will perform […]
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Looking Back on April 1
100 Years Ago: 1921 A large flock of wild geese flew over Pine street in a northerly direction at about 2 o’clock one morning recently. The flock was of immense size and flying low enough so the birds could be plainly seen by the moonlight. They were squawking loudly and aroused several light sleepers from […]
Posted inSun Spots
Carrot cake recipe for Easter includes pineapple and walnuts
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’d like to make a carrot cake for Easter and can’t find my recipe. Do you have one to share that also has crushed pineapple in it? — Ellie, no town ANSWER: The following recipe is a favorite that I’ve made for many years. If you like, frost it with cream cheese […]
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Wife is unsettled by man’s obsession with amputation
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married for six mostly blissful years, but recently, some of his fantasies have started to worry me. About six months ago, he told me he had an attraction to women with amputations. Naturally, I was confused. I didn’t even know that was a “thing,” but I accepted […]
Posted inHoroscope
Taurus: Dig into your psyche, and you’ll discover something meaningful
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jessica Szohr, 36; Ewan McGregor, 50; Christopher Walken, 78; Shirley Jones, 87. Happy Birthday: Strategize, think matters through and refuse to let others interfere. It’s up to you to make decisions that suit your needs and to be the one who represents who you are, what you want and how […]
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The best treatment plan is one the patient will follow
DEAR DR. ROACH: My doctor is insisting I take cholesterol medicine after I’ve refused to take it for years. I am 66 years old, and my total cholesterol is 301 (triglycerides 76, HDL 83 and LDL 206). He has prescribed rosuvastatin, 20 mg a day. I feel with my triglycerides and my HDL being good […]
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Midori to perform violin concert Friday
A virtual concert with violinist Midori will start at 7 p.m. Friday, April 1, via Zoom with Bay Chamber Concerts. Ejoying the sounds of world-renowned violinist Midori. She’ll be accompanied by pianist Ieva Jokubaviciute,. Those who tune in will hear Violin Sonata No. 2 in G major by Edvard Grieg and Violin Sonata in A […]
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Chocolate Church Arts Center to host Frank Vignola
The Chocolate Church Arts Center in Bath will present a virtual concert from celebrated guitarist Frank Vignola at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 3, on the center’s Facebook page. Vignola is one of the most celebrated jazz, classical, and pop guitarists performing today. His stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of […]