Polish officials have indicated that in a worst-case scenario, as many as 1 million people could be arriving from Ukraine.
February 2022
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Feb. 24
100 Years Ago: 1922 The Social dance which was given by the members of Lakeview Grange Saturday evening was well attended and a pleasant time reported. The refreshments were served at intermission. Kelley’s Orchestra furnished music. The following committee had charge: Mrs. Leon Berry, Silas Bennett and Elmer Shaw. A Merchant’s Carnival and dance will […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Late brother’s dying wish becomes one-sided effort
DEAR ABBY: I am one of six adult siblings. Our youngest brother, “Clark,” died of cancer five years ago. He was my best friend. As kids, we did everything together, and we remained close as we got older. As he was dying, Clark asked me to keep his wife, “Liz,” and his children in the […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Definitive therapy reasonable for this patient
Dear Dr. Roach: What is the endgame of hyperthyroidism? I am a 54-year-old female, diagnosed in September 2020 with hyperthyroidism due to Graves’ disease. My endocrinologist started me on 10 mg of methimazole and 100 mg of metoprolol daily (my heart rate was above 100 beats per minute). I have bloodwork done quarterly. My thyroid-related […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: managing your money and living your life Don’t be fooled by what others say or do
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: O’Shea Jackson Jr., 31; Billy Zane, 56; Helen Shaver, 71; Edward James Olmos, 75. Happy Birthday: Take your time. Go over every detail. It’s better to be safe than sorry. Take a secretive approach to what you plan to achieve this year. Once you have a doable plan mapped out, […]
Posted inSun Spots
TracFones with 3G technology shut down; new phones required
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’ve had the same phone at least 15 years. It’s a 3G TracFone that I added 200 minutes to on Feb. 1 at Walmart. I have gotten two calls on this TracFone saying the same message that on Feb. 22 my TracFone will no longer work and be available for me to […]
Posted inConnections
Auburn parishioners to assist Lewiston shelters
AUBURN — In an effort to help the homeless, the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish’s Outreach Ministry plans to hold a major item collection on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 26 and 27, for those served at St. Catherine of Siena Residence and St. Martin de Porres Residence, both in Lewiston. The items most in need […]
Posted inConnections
Bridgton-area club to change meeting time
The Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club plans to move its weekly meeting time to 4:30 p.m. Thursdays, according to a news release from the club. According to President Jessica Putnam, the later time should be more convenient for working parents. “Younger working parents are often reluctant to make a commitment for a morning meeting when they […]
Posted inConnections
Western New England University recognizes local dean’s list students
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Four local students have been named to the 221 fall semester dean’s list at Western New England University. They include Emily Lake of Naples, Ava Cariddi of Gray, Cameron Lepage of North Bridgton, and Kaila Mank of Raymond. Students are named to the dean’s list for achieving a semester grade point average of […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Jason Lavoie: Lewiston councilors should reconsider appointment vote
I am writing in support of Leigh Albert, Mayor Carl Sheline’s appointment to the Lewiston Planning Board. I was very disappointed to see that three city councilors chose to not support this uniquely qualified nomination by the mayor, and not even give a reason for opposition to this great nominee. Leigh Albert is a person […]