Maine Authors for Lewiston, an informal group of more than 70 Maine authors, have banded together to support the victims of the recent tragedy in Lewiston. The group has organized a series of 10 book signings, all free and open to the public, so that people can purchase books and meet the authors. There will […]
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Great Falls Comedy Club bringing two shows to Auburn
Friday marks the return of Great Falls Comedy Club’s crown jewel event: The Wicked Funny Laugh Off Comedy Contest. Eight of the area’s funniest comedians will compete for votes and a $1,000 prize beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 17, at Lost Valley Brewpub in Auburn. The one and only Ian Stuart of “Welcome […]
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Canadian folk singer to perform as part of UUCB Concerts for a Cause
Canadian folk singer James Keelaghan and David Woodhead will perform as part of the Concerts for a Cause series to raise money for Oasis Free Clinics and the Midcoast New Mainers Group at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18 at at the Brunswick Unitarian Universalist Church. Keelaghan is one of Canada’s most successful and respected […]
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Artist reception to be held for ‘Explorations in Abstract’ featuring the paintings of Liz Gold
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts will host an artist reception for “Explorations in Abstract” celebrating the works of Liz Gold from 5-6:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 17, at the Lakeside Contemporary Art Gallery in Rangeley. Complimentary refreshments and a beer/wine cash bar will be available. The exhibit continues through March 31. Winter gallery hours […]
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Rangeley drama club to perform ‘Seussical: The Musical’
Come watch the whole colorful cast of Dr. Seuss’ beloved stories come to life on stage as the Rangeley Lakes Regional School Drama Club presents “Seussical: The Musical” beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 17, at the RFA Lakeside Theater in Rangeley. Additional performances are scheduled on Saturday, Nov. 18, and Sunday, Nov. 19. […]
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LA Arts launches postcard project, ‘To Lewiston, With Love,’ to help community cope with loss
Love takes on many forms and expressions, from simple acts of kindness to unsettling and oftentimes unresolved feelings of anger, grief and sorrow. In response to the recent mass shooting in Lewiston and as we work together as a community towards collective healing, LA Arts – the arts agency for the Cities of Lewiston and […]
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Looking Back on Nov. 15
100 Years Ago: 1923 James H. Carroll of Lewiston, State Deputy of the Knights of Columbus, will make an official visit to the Bath Council K of C Thursday night. Next week he will go to Rumford. His itinerary includes visits to each of the 40 councils in Maine this winter. 50 Years Ago: 1973 […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Aspirin replaces blood thinner meds for a week due to biopsies
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have been taking Plavix (clopidogrel) for 15 years because of a mild heart attack that resulted in three stents. Next month, I am having a prostate MRI and biopsy. The urologist told me to stop taking clopidogrel seven days prior and substitute 81 mg of aspirin in its place. I am […]
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Aquarius: Make a physical move that compensates for any loss or disruption.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shailene Woodley, 32; Jonny Lee Miller, 51; Beverly D’Angelo, 72; Sam Waterston, 83. Happy Birthday: Don’t let the little things get to you. Rise above and do your best, and positive change will unfold. Step outside your comfort zone if it will take you on a journey that offers answers […]
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Boyfriend’s behavior pushes woman’s boundaries’
DEAR ABBY: I have been with my live-in boyfriend for eight years. During the last five months, he has started staying out until daylight, choosing his friends over me, snapping at me when he talks at all and doesn’t want to be around me. We have always gone everywhere together and shared our friendships with […]