Posted inLetters, Opinion

Izzy DeTroy: Protect reproductive rights

When I was far from home at college in California, I went to the only place that I felt was accessible and welcoming to get my birth control changed — a Planned Parenthood health center. Now, in the time of a global pandemic, I find solace knowing that Planned Parenthood’s health centers stand by those […]

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James Lysen: Collins not representing Mainers

In 2018, myself and other Mainers asked Sen. Susan Collins to vote “no” on Justice Kavanaugh’s confirmation due to his troubling health care record. As a former city councilor and executive director of a federally qualified health center, I know how vital it is to have leaders who champion health care policies — particularly during […]

Posted inHoroscope

Pisces: Find a way to turn change to your advantage

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Michelle Kwan, 40; Berenice Bejo, 44; Shelley Duvall, 71; Ringo Starr, 80. Happy Birthday: Dream on, enjoy using your imagination and take time to explore possibilities. Using your creative talents will give you a sense of security, hope and thoughts regarding new ways to bring in extra cash. Don’t sit […]

Posted inDear Abby

Family breadwinner gives good health short shrift

DEAR ABBY: I have a wonderful husband of almost 20 years and two teenage children. My husband is incredibly hardworking in his stressful career and has provided a very comfortable life for us. The trouble is, he puts work ahead of any self-care. He works most waking hours, doesn’t eat well, exercises rarely, is overweight […]

Posted inEncore

Looking Back on July 7

100 Years Ago: 1920 Altho no definite statement for publication has been made by any member of the building committee, it is understood upon good authority that work on Auburn’s YMCA building will not begin this year. Many changes in the orlglnal plans will be necessary, and there are reasons making inadvisable or even possible […]