DEAR DR. ROACH: Could you please explain in layman terms the difference between an X-ray, CT scan, MRI and PET scan? — C.D.B. ANSWER: All four of these tests provide images of the body, which your doctor can use to evaluate symptoms or search for a specific anatomical condition. Some conditions, such as depression, have […]
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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Taurus: Your forward momentum may not sit well with an acquaintance
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Damon Wayans Jr., 37; Chloe Sevigny, 45; Owen Wilson, 51; Oscar Nunez, 61. Happy Birthday: Express your thoughts and feelings. Letting others know where you stand will help you cut through any uncertainty that might stop you from recognizing what’s best for you. Changes need to be thought through from […]
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Smoker’s wife draws a line in the bedroom until he quits
DEAR ABBY: My wife and I have been married 27 years. We love each other and raised two beautiful children together. When we started dating, we were both smokers. My wife quit 20 years ago, but I continued. Two years ago, my wife told me no more sex until I do. Abby, I smoke only […]
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Face Time: Rob Crosby, looking to clean up Auburn’s shores
During the early hours of July 27, Rob Crosby, a Turner resident and an avid bird-watcher, kayaker and photographer, was preparing to launch his kayak into the Basin, a popular pond located off Holbrook Road in Auburn, when he noticed a peculiar sight. Crosby said an adult loon was sitting on land, several feet away […]
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Off-topic discussions cause patient to question therapist
DEAR ABBY: I have been working through major anxiety issues with a therapist for the last few months. Sometimes he is very helpful; other times he goes off on tangents, talking about topics I don’t feel the need to discuss (and things that don’t necessarily pertain to me). I find it frustrating, and at times, […]
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Aries: Soak in everything around you to discover new ideas
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rachel McAdams, 41; Dylan Walsh, 56; Danny DeVito, 75; Martin Scorsese, 77. Happy Birthday: Education is encouraged this year. Experience what life has to offer, broaden your spectrum and discover what makes you happy. Be ready, willing and able to take advantage of new beginnings by ensuring you have ended […]
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Memories of childhood abuse occupy survivor’s thoughts
DEAR ABBY: I have some bad memories connected with my mother, who was physically abusive. It wasn’t consistent, but sometimes she would lose it, and I was beaten quite badly a few times. It weighs on my mind intermittently, and I want to have a conversation with her about it. Then I remind myself that […]
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Pisces: Avoid risk and put your health first
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kimberly J. Brown, 35; Maggie Gyllenhaal, 42; Martha Plimpton, 49; Marg Helgenberger, 61. Happy Birthday: Revisit the highs and lows throughout your life, and prepare to let go of the past after considering what you’ve learned. It’s time to focus on where you see yourself heading. Don’t fear to take […]
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Wedding guest list is full of questions for bride-to-be
DEAR ABBY: I am engaged to the love of my life (“Tom”), and I dread making the guest list for our wedding. I don’t want any of my cousins there. The young ones are rude and obnoxious, and the one who’s an adult I no longer talk to. I asked my mom what to do. […]
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Aquarius: Allot yourself time to reach your personal goals
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shailene Woodley, 28; Jonny Lee Miller, 47; Beverly D’Angelo, 68; Sam Waterston, 79. Happy Birthday: Keep personal matters a secret this year to avoid interference. Money matters should be handled cautiously, and joint ventures should not be considered. This is the year to make personal changes; look inward to decide […]