Androscoggin County • Dean Libby, 47, of Lewiston, on a charge of fugitive from justice, 12:34 a.m. Sunday on River Road in Greene. Auburn • David York, 21, of Auburn, on a charge of domestic violence assault, 10:44 a.m. Sunday at 32 Cook St. Lewiston • Erica McNinch, 37, of Lewiston, on charges of aggravated […]
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.
Reader seeks advice for broken nose
DEAR DR. ROACH: I walked into a glass wall and hurt my nose. It swelled up immediately and later developed bruising. My friend told me to ice it, but that an emergency room visit wasn’t necessary. Now I’m wondering if I should have gone. What’s the right thing to do when you think you might […]
Deepening dementia causes awkward social situations
DEAR ABBY: During the past year, my wonderful father-in-law was widowed and became unable to live alone. He lives with us now and is part of our daily life. However, he has dementia. He is still quite social and verbal. If you met him, you might not realize that his short-term memory rarely functions or […]
Taurus: Stay on track by preparing and organizing
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Joey Lawrence, 44; Carmen Electra, 48; Jessica Lange, 71; Ryan O’Neal, 79. Happy Birthday: Making changes that aren’t necessary will set you back. Consider how to use your time and space wisely. Consumerism isn’t the road to happiness. Decluttering, spending quality time with people who bring out the best in […]
Face Time: John Neal, life-long music educator
Since he was 8 years old, John Neal’s life has been tied to music. It started with piano. After being introduced to band direction as a junior in high school, Neal spent the next 40 years working as a band director at a variety of Maine high schools Currently serving as director of music at […]
Unruly kids take pleasure out of lunch get-togethers
DEAR ABBY: I met a young couple about a year ago. They invite me out for lunch every few months. They have several children they allow to run all over the place, climb over and under the table, cry and whine, and they make no effort to teach them proper behavior in restaurants. It’s so […]
College graduate seeks ways to boost English vocabulary
DEAR ABBY: I am a 26-year-old college graduate. I immigrated here in 2001, so English is my second language. I have no accent, and I have been doing well in my life overall, except I score low on reading and written communication when I take exams. I’m intelligent and a quick learner, but my vocabulary […]
Aquarius: Recognize your worth and don’t sell yourself short
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: America Ferrera, 36; Melissa Joan Hart, 44; Conan O’Brien, 57; Jane Leeves, 59. Happy Birthday: You’ll have to make adjustments to make a difference. Take the helm, and make every move count. Stick to the truth, and take better care of your health and well-being. Put together a plan that […]
Singing competition moves from Bates College to the internet
About 75 students are expected to submit videos.
Son won’t accept mom’s new relationship with old friend
DEAR ABBY: I was married for more than 20 years and am recently divorced. I should have done it years ago, but my son, “Nicky,” begged me not to. He’s 22. I am now dating a gentleman, “Clyde,” and am very happy to be in this relationship. Clyde treats me like a queen. I have […]