Trenholm, Nancy (Haggett) 89, of Kingfield, Sept. 21. Visiting hours, Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Service Chapel, Farmington, Sept. 27, …
September 2024
Woodstock board approves banners, sign
In the coming months, Bryant Pond Village will likely be adorned with holiday banners and a new digital sign, thanks to approval last week by the Woodstock selectmen. The town has leftover funds and utility pole sign brackets from its bicentennial celebration in 2015. Town Manager Vern Maxfield last week suggested both be used to […]
Looking Back on Sept. 26
100 Years Ago: 1922 An article for September 26, 1024 was unavailable, an article for September 26, 1923 is being offered instead Mr. D. Holbrook has kept a record for twenty years of the thunder and rainstorms in Livermore Falls and he informs the Journal that this was the first summer that he has not […]
Case of leg swelling is likely due to chronic venous disease
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 80-year-old obese woman with high blood pressure that is being controlled with nifedipine and losartan. Over a year ago, I noticed that my small toe on my left foot was becoming numb, and my left foot and ankle were swollen by the middle of the day. I told my […]
Gemini: Sign up for something that interests you,
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Christina Milian, 43; Serena Williams, 43; Jim Caviezel, 56; Jeanie Buss, 63. Happy Birthday: Look at life with curiosity and discover unique alternatives and various lifestyles that offer comfort. Be open and receptive to suggestions, but don’t be a follower when your happiness depends on taking the initiative to live […]
Long-term afair reaches new and uncertain period
DEAR ABBY: I have been in love with a married man for more than 16 years. It started before he married, but I was married at the time, so he married her. He always told me he wouldn’t leave his wife, but I hoped he would. Three weeks ago, I told him I could no […]
Lanyha Spearman: McCabe would fight for Lewiston’s future
I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Julie McCabe at Next Step, and I know firsthand the dedication she brings to her work. Julie is the force we need in House District 93. She brings education to life by teaching students real-world skills and helping them understand their potential. As Maya Angelou said, “I’ve learned […]
Glenn Chateauvert: Rep. Golden should focus more on his fellow veterans
On Nov. 5 when we cast our votes, I ask all veterans to think hard about who they vote for. Right now we have an untold number of veterans living on the streets of our country while undocumented immigrants are being put up in luxury hotels and given many things, courtesy of the American taxpayer. […]
Ken Rowe: Gauvin would be ‘an outstanding legislator’
Randy Gauvin and I have known each other for many years, both in the medical profession and at our church. During that time I have come to admire his work ethic, common sense and integrity. He would make an outstanding legislator in the Maine House of Representatives. Ken Rowe, Farmington
Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin seeking volunteer tutors and English conversation partners
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 […]