PERU — Jenna Leigh Gordon of Peru, the daughter of Philip Bowman and Stephanie Miles of Turner, and Jason Harold Packard, also of Peru, the son of Stephen and Grace Packard of Peru, announce their engagement. The future bride is a Class of 1998 graduate of Dirigo High School. She is currently enrolled in the […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Finasteride use causes rare effects of impotence and others
DEAR DR. ROACH: Please tell us about the safety of taking 5 mg of finasteride for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). One urologist prescribed it, claiming that it is safe and prevents serious bladder and prostate problems. Another urologist warned that the dosage has dangerous side effects and to negate taking it. A friend took it […]
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Suspicions linger about paternity of fiance’s ‘niece’
DEAR ABBY: My fiance and I have been together nine years. During that time, we have had our ups and downs. Eight years ago, after a year of dating, we decided to move in together. The following year we got into a big argument because his ex-girlfriend was sticking her nose into our household. (She […]
Posted inHoroscope
Pisces: Refuse to argue over inconsequential matters. Offer incentives regarding what’s vital to reaching your goal.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Matt Bomer, 46; Emily Deschanel, 47; Jane Krakowski, 55; Joan Cusack, 61. Happy Birthday: Look at the big picture and carve a path to help you reach your goal. Put an affordable budget in place and prepare to adjust your lifestyle to fit your dreams, hopes and wishes. Connect with […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Oct. 11
100 Years Ago: 1923 A postcard, mailed at Squirrel Island, near Boothbay Harbor, on July 4, 1906, was delivered Friday to Perley Wallace, 4 Hill Street. It was mailed by a hotel clerk at the island, and shows the landing, with a number of women gowned in the fashion of that period. The card bears […]
Posted inSun Spots
Wreaths Across America: Greene society plans to decorate veterans’ graves
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Greene Historical Society is working with Wreaths Across America to place wreaths on the veterans’ graves in the town’s cemeteries. We are holding meetings to encourage veterans and other volunteers to assist with placing these wreaths Dec. 16. Our next meeting is Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Historical Building at 98 […]
Posted inEncore
‘Paint Night’ offers a great girls’ night out at The Public Theatre
The world premiere of “Paint Night,” a hilarious and heartbreaking new play that will speak to women of all ages, will be presented from Oct. 20-29 at The Public Theatre in Lewiston. Audiences will have a chance to meet playwright Carey Crim and share their thoughts about the play during a free post-show discussion following […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Caffeine can reduce thryoxine absorption by about 30%
DEAR DR. ROACH: I just read that I should avoid coffee for at least a half hour after I have taken my Synthroid, as the caffeine could reduce the medicine by up to 50%. Is this a new thing? I have been taking thyroid medication for about 40 years, and neither my doctor nor my […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: Believe in yourself and structure your day to elaborate on a plan that supports saving, improved lifestyle and contractual protection.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jodi Lyn O’Keefe, 45; Mario Lopez, 50; Wendi McLendon-Covey, 54; Nora Roberts, 73. Happy Birthday: Designate time and energy to help a cause or to rectify a concern you want to amend. Refuse to let domestic situations interfere with your purpose. A couple of financial adjustments will put your mind […]
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DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have two children and live close to my family. We spend lots of quality time with them, and they are invested in our children’s lives, as we are in theirs. The same is not true of my in-laws. The first few years I would FaceTime and call, trying to […]