DEAR ABBY: I recently had a baby, and I have been diagnosed as having postpartum depression. I have tried all of the prescribed medications but took myself off them because of the side effects. The issue I’m having is I read a news story about a tiny baby who was scalded to death years ago […]
February 2019
Posted inCommunity
Briefly: Local
Tri-Town Penguins to meet DURHAM — The Tri-Town Penguins Snowmobile Club (Durham, Freeport, Pownal) will hold their next meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at Durham Fire Station, 615 Hallowell Road. New members are always welcome. The club meets on the last Tuesday of the month from September to April. For more information, contact Duncan […]
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Posted inSun Spots
Help for grieving family, Grange cookbooks
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I saw something in the newspaper about a website called Meal Train that is being used as a way for the young officer’s family because of their tragedy. Could you find out any more information for those of us who would like to help? You always have answers for us and we appreciate it. —No […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Feb. 18
100 years ago: 1919 Members of Mary Dillingham Chapter, D.A.R., are reminded that tickets for the luncheon of Feb. 22 should be procured as soon as possible. The luncheon, which will be served at the Dewitt Hotel, will be one of the most attractive affairs of the winter. The guest of the day will be […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Splenda use won’t set up consumer for diabetes
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 75-year-old man in good health and not obese (my BMI is around 20-21). I like coffee, and drink four or five cups a day. But I like it with a packet of Splenda, and the same thing goes for my breakfast cereal. Am I setting myself up for diabetes? — […]
Posted inEncore
The Harlow presents 16th annual ‘Young at Art’ exhibition
Students in kindergarten through eighth grade will display their work in a professional gallery.
Posted inEncore
The Harlow presents 16th annual ‘Young at Art’ exhibition
Students in kindergarten through eighth grade will display their work in a professional gallery.
Posted inHoroscope
Aries: Take one step at a time
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Molly Ringwald, 51; Matt Dillon, 55; John Travolta, 65; Yoko Ono, 86. Happy Birthday: Make changes for the right reason. Consider what will benefit you the most. Look for opportunities that will encourage you to update and use your skills to fit a trend or job market. Spice up your […]
Posted inConnections
Maranacook High announces honor roll students
Maranacook Community High School in Readfield has released the students who were named to the first semester honor roll.
Posted inConnections
USM announces dean’s list students
PORTLAND — The University of Southern Maine has announced the following local students have been named to the dean’s list. Androscoggin County: Brynn Davis, Morgan Lindenschmidt, Joshua Harris, Alexandria Hunt, Sulekha Abdulle, Heather Kidd, Hannah Footer, Michelle Breton, Raymond Spencer, Nicholas Esty, Brandon Pelletier, Delia Demers, Breanne Penley-Theis, Kirsten Lupher, Ashlynn Belanger, Allyson Power, Akosua […]