DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed with small cell lung cancer. After radiation and chemotherapy my chest CT scan is now clear. My radiologist recommended prophylactic brain radiation even though my head CT scan is clear. When I asked how much this would decrease my chances of brain metastasis, he couldn’t give me an answer. […]
2019
Lisbon Falls reader asks for plumber recommendations to fix faucet
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you have the name of a plumber in your Rolodex? I have a leaky faucet that needs to be repaired. I enjoy reading your column. — Rae, Lisbon Falls ANSWER: Plumbers are very special to me as I have a son-in-law and grandson in the trade, making them sixth and seventh […]
Model of water-powered mill requested by Museum L/A
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Your readers have been helpful in the past when we’ve reached out with a request or question. We’re looking for information about the canals in Lewiston that were the source of power for the mills prior to electricity. Specifically, we’re wondering if any reader has a working model of a mill powered […]
Lewiston student attends renowned filmmaker lab in California
Zamzam Elmoge, 17, hopes to be a professional filmmaker and win an Academy Award.
Brann & Isaacson opens new Portland office
PORTLAND — Lewiston-based law firm Brann & Isaacson has opened an office at 136 Commercial St. in Portland. The larger space reflects the growth of Brann & Isaacson’s Maine and national practice. The renovated location features individual offices and conference rooms with extensive views of Portland’s waterfront. Brann & Isaacson is headquartered at 184 Main St. in […]
Geiger names third quarter Geiger Star winners
LEWISTON — Jason Linneken and Sam Stewart of Geiger’s Lewiston corporate office were recently presented quarterly Geiger Star awards. These awards are given to associates, who have been nominated by fellow associates, in recognition of their efforts to work the values of The Geiger Way. Linneken is a systems analyst in the accounts receivable department. […]
Northeast Bank promotes Lloyd Sweetser
BETHEL — Northeast Bank has promoted Lloyd Sweetser to banking center manager of its Bethel location. Sweetser previously held the position of assistant banking center manager and senior relationship banker at that location. He will be responsible for day-to-day operations, including oversight of all operational procedures, branch sales goals and team-building efforts. Sweetser attended New […]
OTELCO hires Katelynd Sperry
NEW GLOUCESTER — Katelynd Sperry has joined OTELCO as a project manager in its New Gloucester office. Sperry comes to OTELCO from Bath Iron Works. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Maine Maritime Academy and an Master of Business Administration from Husson University. Sperry lives in Brunswick.
Portland police seeking driver of van that hit and killed dog
The incident involving a dark-colored Toyota Sienna happened on St. John Street early Saturday, likely damaging the van’s front and passenger-side bumper, police say.
Skidding Bruins blow a four-goal lead, then lose in shootout to Panthers
The Bruins lose their fourth straight as Florida scores four goals in the third period in winning 5-4.