DEAR DR. ROACH: I am writing to you about my 62-year-old wife, in the hope that you can provide an opinion on a question she has and also provide us with some advice in her quest for relief from constipation and her stomach problems. It is not unusual for her to go three to four […]
September 2024
Posted inDear Abby
Couple stunned by discovery of friends’ declared beliefs
DEAR ABBY: We are a male couple celebrating 34 years of partnership. We recently took a cruise, during which we met four straight couples traveling together who welcomed us into their group. It was a pleasant experience, and we were delighted to make friends with whom we anticipated sailing again. In fact, the group booked […]
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Posted inHoroscope
SCORPIO: You are in a better position than you realize.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lili Reinhart, 28; Ben Savage, 44; Jean Smart, 73; Jacqueline Bisset, 80. Happy Birthday: Put your heart and soul into what makes you happy and you’ll thrive this year. Socialize, join in and participate in events and activities that connect you to fascinating people. Expand your interests, mind and goals, […]
Posted inHoroscope
Taurus: Look at what’s available and reach out to see if something that interests you is a good fit.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lili Reinhart, 28; Ben Savage, 44; Jean Smart, 73; Jacqueline Bisset, 80. Happy Birthday: Put your heart and soul into what makes you happy and you’ll thrive this year. Socialize, join in and participate in events and activities that connect you to fascinating people. Expand your interests, mind and goals, […]
Posted inDear Abby
Couple stunned by discovery of friends declared beliefs
DEAR ABBY: We are a male couple celebrating 34 years of partnership. We recently took a cruise, during which we met four straight couples traveling together who welcomed us into their group. It was a pleasant experience, and we were delighted to make friends with whom we anticipated sailing again. In fact, the group booked […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Taking laxatives daily to have regular bowel movements is safe
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am writing to you about my 62-year-old wife, in the hope that you can provide an opinion on a question she has and also provide us with some advice in her quest for relief from constipation and her stomach problems. It is not unusual for her to go three to four […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Ben Lounsbury: Question 1 deserves approval
I am writing to urge everyone to vote “yes” on Question 1 in the upcoming referendum. This measure would limit to $5,000 the amount of money an individual or an entity can donate to a political action committee that supports or opposes a candidate for office. The difference between a PAC and a SuperPAC is […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Susan Dorman: Lithium mining can compromise Maine’s health
In rural Bethel I’m writing about lithium deposits in Newry, Rumford and Hanover areas of the state. People should ask their legislators to carefully consider language in mining bills and laws: guard against the harm it might do to water, people, wildlife and the beauty of life here. Legislation language can be used to subvert […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Kitsie Claxton: Senate District 20 needs Sheats
I am delighted to support Bettyann Sheats for Maine Senate District 20, representing Auburn, Durham, New Gloucester and Poland. Bettyann knows firsthand the significant demands and responsibilities of serving in the Legislature, having served two terms in the Maine House. While drawing upon her experience as a small business owner, veteran and community volunteer, she’s […]
Posted inSun Spots
Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin offering training to assist adults in learning English
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin has a significant waiting list of adults who need to improve their English to connect with jobs and manage their day-to-day lives. Volunteers are needed to serve as one-on-one tutors, as well as English conversation partners. Literacy Volunteers tutors and English conversation partners have helped hundreds of adults gain the […]