CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Seann William Scott, 48; Neve Campbell, 51; Gwen Stefani, 55; Chubby Checker, 83. Happy Birthday: Take a fresh look at the past, present and future, and what you want to pursue next will become clear. Address what’s standing in your way. Refuse to let outside influences deter you from implementing […]
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Posted inSun Spots
Reader questions the legality of placing political signs on cemetery property
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Is it legal in Maine to place political signs on cemetery property, even though they may be next to a public road? In Auburn, a group of candidate signs were placed just outside several of my family’s plots. Even if legal, I find this to be unethical and disrespectful. — Chris, no […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Medications include strong warnings about perineum infections
DEAR DR. ROACH: Why is it that certain medications warn against possible infections in the perineum? I saw an ad for Jardiance that warned against this. Just now, I viewed a Farxiga ad, and there was the same warning spelled out in the bottom left-hand corner of the screen. This seems very specific. What is […]
Posted inDear Abby
Boyfriend’s ex-wife likes to stir the pot
DEAR ABBY: I am dating an older man with two ex-wives. I have met both of them. I don’t mind them. The last ex-wife and I get along. She usually calls me because he won’t answer his phone for her. The first ex-wife I don’t like at all (I used to talk to her) because […]
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Rowdy kids unwelcome at relative’s wedding
DEAR ABBY: I recently attended a funeral for a family member. During the 90-minute service, my great-nieces and nephews (ages 3 to 6) were running around the church. Their parents said nothing and allowed them to continue. Following the service, we were all invited to a sit-down meal in the banquet room of an upscale […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Oct. 2
100 Years Ago: 1924 Jewish inhabitants of Lewiston are making plans for a new synagogue. The present synagogue is at 165 Lisbon street, but members of the congregation Beth Jacob desire a structure for their place of worship. It has not been decided whether to purchase a building already standing, and to remodel it, or […]
Posted inHoroscope
Sagittarius: Create a platform that is conducive to your happiness.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kelly Ripa, 54; Sting, 73; Annie Leibovitz, 75; Donna Karan, 76. Happy Birthday: Take the necessary steps to initiate change and restructure your investments, lifestyle and purpose to reach your comfort zone. All talk without action will frustrate you and those watching from the sidelines who love and want the […]
Posted inSun Spots
Peace is the subject of a gathering Sunday at several historical sites in Minot
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Poland Historical Society will meet with the Minot Historical Society at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6, at Center Minot Church at 493 Center Minot Road. From there, we will walk to the William Ladd Monument to learn about the “Apostle of Peace” and the American Peace Society. We will also explore […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Oct. 1
100 Years Ago: 1924 Sheriff King F. Graham was yesterday appealed to by Mrs. F. L. Buzzell of East Poland to try and locate her son, George F. Buzzell, who she declares has been working in Portland for some months. In her letter to the sheriff, Mrs. Buzzell states that her husband is critically ill, […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Be open and receptive to change, and embrace whatever makes you feel good about yourself.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Brie Larson, 35; Zach Galifianakis, 55; Esai Morales, 62; Julie Andrews, 89. Happy Birthday: Trust your emotions and follow your heart; you’ll get a clear picture if you observe. Focus on building a solid base of trust and implementing what’s essential to longevity. Patience, discipline, energy and desire will get […]