A loose translation from someone whose name I cannot recall went something like “Anyone who ignores their history is doomed to repeat it.” Well, let’s see … China once built the largest wall in the world, but the Mongols had little trouble in destroying the then Chinese empire. East Berlin thought a wall was a […]
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Finding meaning in work to be discussed at Lifetree Café
LEWISTON — Lifetree Café will discuss how to find meaning and purpose at work at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, March 26, at South Lewiston Baptist Church, 1919 Lisbon Road. The program, titled “Finding Meaning Every Monday: Secrets to a Satisfying Week,” will feature a filmed interview with Brad and Libby Birky, founders of Denver’s SAME Café. […]
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On Parenting: Daughter refuses help with her ADHD, but parents are afraid she’s wasting her potential
My highly intelligent 16-year-old daughter was diagnosed this year with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. We are seeing a therapist who has suggested ways that we and the school can support her, but she is rejecting all of them. She acts very agreeably in the therapist’s office but then refuses to cooperate with any of the suggested coping […]
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Military note: Mt. Ararat High School graduate Ashley Libby completes basic training
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ashley M. Libby graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also […]
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'Trumpcare' takes care of 'repeal,' but not 'replace'
WASHINGTON — What we learned from the latest “score” by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) of Obamacare and the Trump administration’s “repeal and replace” plan is what we should have known all along. To wit: If people have health insurance, they will use more health services — visits to doctors’ offices, more tests, procedures and […]
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Old-time maple sugaring, school session at the Washburn-Norlands Living History Center
LIVERMORE — The community can celebrate Maine Maple Sunday at the Washburn-Norlands Living History Center, Maine’s oldest living history farm and museum, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, March 26. A breakfast of fresh hot pancakes and sausage drizzled in Norlands’ own maple syrup will be available in the historic farmer’s cottage and original […]
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St. Mary's practices recognized
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Committee for Quality Assurance announces that seven local health agencies and one medical practice have received NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home recognition. The Level 3 recognition, the highest, is for using evidence-based, patient-centered processes that focus on highly coordinated care and long‐term, participatory relationships. Recognized were: CCS Family Health Care, St. […]
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Two promoted with LPD
LEWISTON — Lewiston Police Chief Brian O’Malley announces the recent promotions of two veteran officers, Danny Lachance and Carly Conley. Lachance has been promoted to the rank of lieutenant. He has been a member of the LPD since August 1994. He has held a variety of positions during his tenure, serving as a sergeant of […]
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Trail Hounds robotics team headed to California
PARIS — A passion for hiking — not only with humans but man’s best friend — led to the creation of the Trail Hounds’ successful safe hiking project, which landed the team the opportunity to represent Maine in the North American Open Championships for the FIRST LEGO League in May. The Trail Hounds are part […]