CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jude Law, 47; Patricia Clarkson, 60; Ted Danson, 72; Jon Voight, 81. Happy Birthday: You’ll get a clearer picture regarding your personal life, health and home as you head into the upcoming year. Signs of change are lurking in the background, giving insight into some of the options you may […]
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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Behavior of groom’s mother at reception creates drama
DEAR ABBY: My sister was married recently. At the reception, her new mother-in-law was seen by multiple guests gesturing with her two middle fingers while the father of the bride was giving his toast. It was a very formal event, and it was shocking to see an adult act like this. Our family feels embarrassed […]
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Vaccines don’t always mix with compromised immune system
DEAR DR. ROACH: Your recent column on the shingles vaccine did not address those of us with compromised immune systems. I take Enbrel and could not take the original shingles vaccine. What is the protocol as of now with the new vaccine? — C.H. ANSWER: Unfortunately, there is still no consensus on giving the shingles […]
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Woman ambushed by revelation of husband’s long-term affair
DEAR ABBY: I recently found out my husband has been having a four-year affair with a woman 24 years younger than I am. He met her at work. He tells me he loves her, but he loves me more. Abby, they actually thought I would agree to him taking her on as a second wife, […]
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Don’t be impulsive when making personal changes
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hayley Williams, 31; Emilie de Ravin, 38; Gerard Depardieu, 71; John Amos, 80. Happy Birthday: Put your heart and soul into whatever it is you want to achieve. The only way to get things done this year is to do them yourself. Dig in, and don’t stop until you are […]
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It’s OK to get the shingles vaccine, even if you can’t remember having chickenpox
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 75-year-old male who can’t remember whether or not he’s had chickenpox as a child. This is somewhat important, as I’m considering getting the shingles shot to prevent that horrible illness. Which would be a prudent approach: go ahead and get the shingles shot or wait in suspense? — R.B. ANSWER: […]
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Cancer: Spend more time with a loved one
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Chris Daughtry, 40; Jared Leto, 48; Ozzie Smith, 65; John Walsh, 74. Happy Birthday: Think big, but don’t overdo it or take on something impossible. Refuse to let your emotions carry you in a direction that isn’t in your best interest. Think matters through, and make adjustments based on what […]
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Response to gender identity clouds family get-togethers
DEAR ABBY: We are expecting our first child after many years of struggling with infertility. We are overjoyed, to say the least. I have a wonderful parent who used to be my father but who now identifies as a woman I’ll call “Grace.” She’s a supportive, loving, wonderful parent, and always was. The problem is, […]
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Friend of Bear Bones Beer co-founder raising funds for portrait
A friend of Bear Bones Beer co-founder Eben Dingman, who died Dec. 13 in a car accident, is attempting to raise money for a portrait of Dingman and his dog.