DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a male, 67 years old, and I am afflicted with urinary problems — having to urinate several times a night, burning after urinating and the need to urinate often in small amounts only. My doctor prescribed tamsulosin, 0.4 mg. For more than a year, I have taken one capsule every […]
Matthew Daigle
Matthew Daigle is a court reporter at the Norway bureau of the Sun Journal and has worked for the company for more than six years. He covers the courts, Oxford County government, and the towns of Norway, Paris and Otisfield. He lives in Greene with his fiance, his two Siamese cats and his 13-year old chihuahua. In his spare time, he likes to read, watch movies and listen to podcasts about the television show “Survivor.” He is a graduate of the University of Maine at Farmington and earned a bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing.
Libra: Go the extra mile to discourage others from taking advantage
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Abigail Breslin, 24; Sarah Michelle Gellar, 43; Adrien Brody, 47; Brad Garrett, 60. Happy Birthday: A clear head and conscience will be crucial this year if you don’t want to miss an opportunity. Refuse to let others interfere in your plans. Reject emotional meddling, and carry on without conflict. Call […]
Police log
Arrests Androscoggin County • Jacob Hine, 23, of Livermore Falls, on charges of theft by unauthorized taking, violating conditions of release, and possession of burglary tools, 9 p.m. Sunday at 826 Route 106 in Leeds. • Benjamin Berube, 31, of Sabattus, on a charge of domestic violence assault, 2:23 a.m. Monday at 65 Furbush Road. […]
State gives final approval to Central Maine Healthcare’s proposed $38 million cancer center
DHHS Commissioner Jeanne Lambrew authorized the facility, which will update and centralize treatment in one building in Lewiston.
Lewiston police investigate Bartlett Street stabbing
A 19-year-old from Portland was taken to Central Maine Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries.
Words of encouragement help keep the country’s spirits up
DEAR ABBY: I believe that love conquers all. The worldwide coronavirus is teaching us we are all one in body, but not yet in spirit. Every day may not be good, but there is good in every day. Don’t count the days — make the days count by throwing a kiss, sharing a smile with […]
Surgery not indicated for aneurysm until it reaches certain size
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a very active 78-year-old woman. I had a CT scan for calcium and an aneurysm of the ascending thoracic aorta was found. In 2014 it measured 3.6 cm and in 2019 3.7. My doctor flippantly said “I’ll see you in five years.” No other comments from him. Is there anything […]
Leo: Give 100 percent effort and be rewarded handsomely
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Allison Williams, 32; Lorenzo Cain, 34; Rick Schroder, 50; Al Green, 74. Happy Birthday: Getting upset over something you cannot change will hold you back. Be secretive regarding your plans until you have everything in place. Fill out forms that will help you receive assistance in reaching your goal. Go […]
Man’s daughter, girlfriend have lived in arm’s length
DEAR ABBY: Am I wrong not to want to attend a baby shower because my significant other’s daughter doesn’t give me the time of day? I have been with her father for 10 years now, and not once has this girl ever asked me to go shopping, have lunch or anything. I have turned the […]
Police log
Androscoggin County • Andrew Denis, 32, transient, on charges of unlawful possession of scheduled drugs and operating under the influence of drugs, 2:58 a.m. Thursday on Route 202 in Greene. • Jeffery Dolloff, 63, transient, on a charge of probation violation, 4:04 p.m. Saturday on Canal Street.