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2021
Prince fans headed to Paisley Park 5 years after death
A select 1,400 fans on Wednesday will mark the anniversary from inside his creative sanctuary in suburban Minneapolis.
Maine may offer more walk-in vaccine clinics as demand softens amid surge in COVID-19 cases
Some providers are looking at changing their method of scheduling vaccination appointments as there are small signs that demand is softening, especially in rural areas.
Whew! 2 downtown Lewiston restaurants plan to reopen
Mother India and Break Coffee Shop, closed since April 12, say they will be back in business soon.
Animal Welfare Fund seeks proposals
REGION —The Animal Welfare Fund of the Maine Community Foundation is seeking applications from Maine organizations that address population control for cats and dogs. The deadline for applications is June 1, 2021. For application, guidelines, and a complete list of 2020 grants, go to www.mainecf.org. The Animal Welfare Fund awarded $140,870 in grants to 11 […]
Man wants to quit trying after wife’s multiple miscarriages
Jeanne Phillips DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have had a total of six miscarriages — one before our miracle son and five since we began trying for a second child more than two years ago. I always wanted a boatload of children, but my husband and I agreed on two before we got married. […]
Aquarius: Do something you enjoy, and explore new possibilities
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Nicole Huff, 23; Rob Riggle, 51; Andie MacDowell, 63; Iggy Pop, 74. Happy Birthday: Uncertainty is a red flag to reevaluate and consider your options before you make a move. Patience, gathering knowledge and preparation will be essential if you want to get ahead. Time is on your side, and […]
New UMaine Extension publication for spring plant sale donors, buyers
REGION — With gardeners planning for spring planting and local plant sales, a new publication from University of Maine Cooperative Extension offers guidance for plant sale donors, buyers and organizers. “Best Practices for Plant Sale Donors and Buyers in Maine” provides recommendations for preparing plants for group sales, how to be sure donations and purchases […]
SeniorsPlus upcoming online classes
LEWISTON —SeniorsPlus has announced its Online Education Center classes for April 2021. Due to the pandemic and current CDC guidelines, all classes are held virtually at this time. Classes and workshops are free, unless noted. Please register by emailing [email protected] or calling 795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241. For more information, visit seniorsplus.org/education-center. Zoom 101: Using Video Technology […]
References to bees and honey in the three monotheistic religions
“Like a honey bee gathering honey from all types of flowers, the wise men search everywhere for truth and sees only good in all religions” (Hindu scripture Srimad Mahabhagavatam). The Hindus refer to honey as the “nectar of the sun.” When I came across this quote, I realized that I’ve never really thought about bees […]