DEAR DR. ROACH: I have recently been diagnosed as having early stages of cataracts. Is there anything I can do to reverse the cataracts or reduce their progression? I am 67, don’t smoke, drink in moderation, and have a glucose level under 100. I hear lanosterol eyedrops show promise. Is there any harm in trying […]
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.
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In his fiancee’s eyes, man’s secret life online is cheating
DEAR ABBY: After a long relationship, “Eric” and I plan on getting married very soon. My problem is, Eric is secretive. He keeps his phone right next to him, and before he walks into the house, he sits in his car, clearing his history. I know he looks at porn, and I’m not happy about […]
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Taurus: Avoid being pulled into aimless plans by others
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Sara Gilbert, 45; Heather Graham, 50; Oprah Winfrey, 66; Tom Selleck, 75. Happy Birthday: Control will be required to take the edge off anxiety. A settled mind will help fight against making impulsive decisions that can lead to mistakes, insult or injury. Channel your energy wisely, and the world will […]
Posted inMaine
TV viewers who use antenna may need to rescan channels, according to FCC
Residents between Portland and Auburn will see frequency changes starting March 13 for WCSH-TV, WPXT-TV and WMEA-TV.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine
Auburn minister receives community service for 2018 arrest at Portland protest
Four protesters were sentenced Friday afternoon in U.S. District Court in Portland to 25 hours of community service each after being arrested in 2018 on a misdemeanor charge of failure to obey a lawful order.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Firefighters battle house fire in Turner
TURNER — Firefighters from several communities responded Tuesday afternoon to a house fire at 152 Main St. in Turner. Turner Fire Chief Nathan Guptill said firefighters received a call that the house had smoke filling the basement. By the time firefighters arrived, Guptill said, the entire house was filled with smoke and flames had spread […]
Posted inDr. Roach
If it’s not acid reflux, what might it be?
DEAR DR. ROACH: In a recent column, you wrote: “The acid reflux you have been treating might be something more concerning.” What else could it be? — C.P. ANSWER: The symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease vary widely. Some people have heartburn and an acid taste in their mouth after eating a provocative meal, such as […]
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Daughter wishes stepfather would visit mom more often
DEAR ABBY: My mother is in a locked ward of a nursing home because she has Alzheimer’s and is a flight risk. My stepfather has begun dating her best friend. He doesn’t consider it dating because, at 85, he’s no longer capable of having a physical relationship. However, taking someone to dinner, the theater, church […]
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Aries: Don’t take shortcuts on an upcoming project
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ariel Winter, 22; Elijah Wood, 39; Sarah McLachlan, 52; Frank Darabont, 61. Happy Birthday: Take a deep breath, and pull yourself together. Stay ahead of any competition you meet by being fully prepared. Don’t lose sight of your objective. You will reach your destination, regardless of the obstacles you encounter […]
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Lewiston School Committee considering new active shooter training
The ALICE program would allow teachers to evaluate the best response to situation where there is an active shooter in the school, as opposed to the current protocol which is to lock classrooms and hide.