DEAR ABBY: After several years of worsening arguments, I told my father I was tired of fighting with him, and we needed family counseling. He was deeply, explosively offended and not only refused to talk about counseling, but also ceased all contact with me. He called my siblings and told them I was disowned and […]
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Police chief says Mechanic Falls sisters were victims of homicide
The death of the girls’ mother, Jennifer Barney, 37, has been ruled a suicide.
Reader Wants to Donate to ShareCenter
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you know if the Share Center is still open? Are they accepting donations?—No name, no town ANSWER: According to the SHARECenter web site (www.sharecenterme.org), the SHARECenter at 1830 Lisbon St. in Lewiston is closed until mid-August so they can restock. The G-RE-En For ME Emporium is open Tuesday-Saturday from 9 a.m. to […]
Veterans lobbied for psychedelic therapy, but it may not be enough to save MDMA drug application
Military veterans have spent years lobbying for the use of psychedelic drugs to treat PTSD, but a sharply critical review of the club drug MDMA has put the therapy’s approval in doubt.
School nutrition program shares Lewiston locations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Last week (July 17 Sun Spots), I inquired about a used stainless kitchen sink. I had about a half-dozen calls and messages. A wonderful lady from Jay was so kind and offered a sink from a kitchen remodel. It’s in great shape and much nicer than I expected. It’s just perfect. Thank […]
Reader overcharged for doctor’s appointments
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for the words to the French song, “Coeur de Maman.” I would be so grateful. I think you are awesome and do such wonderful things for everyone. I enjoy your column so much. — No name, no town ANSWER: I’m putting this request out into Sun Spots Land to start […]
Lewiston School District’s federal grant amounts to increase, with one exception
The district’s Title I grants will receive an approximate $66,000 cut compared to the past school year.