DEAR ABBY: I have been dating this guy for about a year. We are both 30. He lives at home. At first I thought it was to take care of his elderly father, but I soon realized it wasn’t the case. His mom is sweet, yet overbearing. She inserts herself into his life at 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.
Cancer: Advice from an acquaintance may provide valuable insight about yourself
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Megan Fox, 34; Tori Spelling, 47; Janet Jackson, 54; Pierce Brosnan, 67. Happy Birthday: What you contribute will make a difference. Look at what you have to offer and where your skills, insight and experience will do the most good. Less talking and more doing will be the best and […]
Wife resists husband’s plan to cut ties with his family
DEAR ABBY: My mother-in-law is the WORST! She has no respect for me. She has stolen, lied and gossiped about me numerous times. Each time, I chose to forgive and move on. Recently, my husband made clear that he wants to cut ties with his mother and siblings because they constantly belittle his success and […]
Pneumonia vaccine still a good idea, even if ineffective against coronavirus
DEAR DR. ROACH: Many seniors, like myself, have received pneumonia shots within the past five years. Since the flu and coronavirus can result in a form of pneumonia in a severe case, would these shots be helpful to prevent or treat this virus even slightly? If seniors are most vulnerable, then maybe those who may […]
Gemini: Make stability in life your focus
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alexandra Breckenridge, 38; Jamie-Lynn Sigler, 39; David Krumholtz, 42; Chazz Palminteri, 68. Happy Birthday: Don’t hesitate. Look at your options, and lean toward making a change. Revisit long-term goals, and reconnect with people who may be able to help you make a move. Have an open mind, and you’ll get […]
Mom vetoes grandma’s plan to flout distancing rules
DEAR ABBY: My parents have strong opinions. I don’t agree with them in areas such as how to raise or discipline my children. If I try to explain why, they mock me with their tone of voice. Then they get mad if I try to discuss it with them and won’t speak to me for […]
Balancing bone health and breast cancer risk
DEAR DR. ROACH: I just read your column about Fosamax and wondered what you thought about Evista (raloxifene). I have been on it for 13 or 14 years because both my sisters have had breast cancer and I have osteopenia. Is this something that can be taken indefinitely, or do I need to stop? My […]
Taurus: Do your research in preparation for a future negotiation
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Miranda Cosgrove, 27; Cate Blanchett, 51; Tim Roth, 59; George Lucas, 76. Happy Birthday: Look for the positive aspects in life, and you’ll encounter opportunities that will encourage you to try something new. Life is what you make it, and you are the one responsible for your happiness. Focus on […]
Central, western Maine bike shops see surge in sales during stay-at-home order
Owners say supplies may not keep up with the demand.
Aries: Don’t let other people’s decisions affect you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Candice King, 33; Lena Dunham, 34; Stephen Colbert, 56; Stevie Wonder, 70. Happy Birthday: Question everything, choose quality over quantity and keep your emotions under control. Balance, integrity and fair play will be necessary if you want to avoid conflicts and interference. Choose to look at every angle, and use […]