Pending rate requests from various insurance policies for long-term care go as high as 152%.
September 2023
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Schools & Education
USM tapped to develop ethics training in age of artificial intelligence
The University of Southern Maine has received a federal grant to develop an ethics training program for scientists, engineers and students.
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Animal shelter to host drive up rabies clinic
The Franklin County Animal Shelter will be hosting a drive up rabies clinic to help pet owners and their furry friends.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
‘Lafferty’s Wake’ to close Lakewood Theater’s season
MADISON — “Lafferty’s Wake” will close out the season at Lakewood Theater, 76 Theater Road. The audience joins Charlie Lafferty’s widow, his sweet daughter, bumbling son-in-law, the parish priest and the savvy innkeeper as they celebrate the life and times of ramblin’, gamblin’ Lafferty. Two hours of sheer fun replete with jokes, jigs, games, stories […]
Posted inDear Abby
Relationship with husband’s daughter eroded over time
DEAR ABBY: I have been married to “Frank” for 2 1/2 years. We met and married quickly. Best decision ever. We each had raised two daughters as single parents with different parenting styles. Our girls now range in age from 30 to 33. They are adults with lives and children of their own. My daughters […]
Posted inHoroscope
Pisces: Listen to information shared, but don’t get involved in someone’s battles.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jade Payton, 31; Kat Graham, 34; Rose McGowan, 50; Michael Keaton, 72. Happy Birthday: Take a walk down memory lane and you’ll get a reminder that can change how you manage your time this year. Be open to the alterations around you and look for opportunities to make the most […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Skin-picking treatments vary from SSRI drugs to therapy
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have had an unsightly rash on my legs for many years. I finally went to the dermatologist today, and he said I have skin-picking syndrome and that all of the findings on my leg are due to my picking at the skin. He suggested I talk to my doctor about starting […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
In rebuttal: Tom Hart: Biden is useless, bring back Trump
I couldn’t disagree more with Ellen Field (“Tired of Trump, Trump, Trump,” Aug. 17). Donald Trump has done more in four years than Joe Biden has thought of doing. Trump lowered taxes and attempted to shut the border, we were paying $2.15 a gallon for gas, food was reasonable, and he got along with other […]
Posted inConnections
Aging Well Living Well Expo set for Lewiston Sept. 29
LEWISTON — The 2023 Aging Well Living Well Expo, presented by SeniorsPlus, is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 29. The event begins with a breakfast keynote address by Mary Lou Ciolfi, a senior program manager at the University of Maine Center on Aging. Featuring workshops and lectures and running from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., the […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Joseph Thomas: Keep Auburn on right track, reelect Mayor Levesque
I am writing to express my enthusiastic endorsement for the reelection of Mayor Jason Levesque in Auburn. Throughout his term, he has exemplified true leadership and dedication to our community. Under Mayor Levesque’s guidance, Auburn has experienced remarkable progress. His commitment to economic growth has resulted in the creation of new jobs and businesses, revitalizing […]