DEAR ABBY: I am in a nearly two-year relationship with a man I love. In so many ways, this is the relationship I’ve always hoped for and, being in my early 30s, I’m feeling ready to settle down. The problem? He doesn’t fight fair. I have put an exorbitant amount of effort into remaining calm […]
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Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Jan. 28
100 Years Ago: 1921 The big social event before Lent, the annual Charity Ball for the members of the CMG Hospital, will be held at City Hall on Tuesday evening, Feb. 1. The ball is under the management of the Ways and Means Committee which includes Mrs. Linwood S. Durgin, Mrs. W.H. Whittum, Mrs. W.R. […]
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Posted inSun Spots
Tracing government stimulus checks must be done via IRS website
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I always read your column and it’s amazing what I have learned from it and the help it has been on many occasions. I wanted to let Claire, whose letter was in your Jan. 19 column, know that I also received my $600 stimulus check in the US mail inside an unsealed […]
Posted inEncore
Flavors of Freeport offers a chance to win $1,000
Each February for more than a decade, Freeport has celebrated its culinary scene with the Flavors of Freeport, a weekend full of tastings, classes, demonstrations, workshops and topped it off with a dance party. Due to Covid-19, those traditions are on hold until 2022. Instead, Visit Freeport has created two new ways to celebrate our […]
Posted inHoroscope
AQUARIUS: Smart moves require intelligence and precision
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Patton Oswalt, 52; Alan Cumming, 56; Bridget Fonda, 57; Cris Collinsworth, 62. Happy Birthday: Preparation will be essential this year. Go over every detail, and think matters through to the end before you jump into action. Situations will transform quickly, making it vital to keep everything updated and in its […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Cardio and strength training both benefit metabolism
DEAR DR. ROACH: Can you comment on the benefits of weightlifting over aerobic exercise? I know that any exercise is beneficial compared with nothing, but which is better for losing weight long term? Running or jogging can burn calories, but I have read that muscle requires more energy metabolically and therefore the more muscle you […]
Posted inAdvice, Dear Abby
Drunken flirting puts close friends at a great distance
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been close friends with a woman named “Louise” for five years. Recently, we were all hanging out, and Louise got very drunk and tried to massage lotion into my husband’s hands. She also hugged him and wouldn’t let go, although he put his hands at his side and […]
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Wayne DeLano Duo prepare for Jan. 29 concert
A Wayne DeLano livestream concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 29, via the Camden Opera House Facebook page (facebook.com/camdenoperahouse). The Camden Opera House SoundCheck series continues with a streaming performance by acclaimed saxophonist, pianist, arranger and composer accompanied by David Clarke on guitar and bass. Those who attend can hear a whole […]
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Out of the Blue Livestream series to feature Samuel James
Samuel James will participate in the Out of the Blue Livestream Series at 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 29. With a voice of grit and gravel, roots musician James sings with an authenticity lost in time. A modern guitar master, James’ skill has a depth and range that seems impossible for a man with only […]
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Looking Back on Jan. 27
100 Years Ago: 1921 There was a remarkable congregation at the Elm St. Universalist church. Auburn, Sunday. when Dr. Roderick J. Mooney spoke on “Thy Shalt Not Bear False Witness Against Thy Neighbor.” The Social Club of the church will hold Its regular monthly meeting and supper Tuesday evening In the vestry. 50 Years Ago: […]