CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Christina Perri, 37; Matthew Perry, 54; John Stamos, 60; Bill Clinton, 77. Happy Birthday: A structured approach to what you want to accomplish this year will help you reach your goal. Journey down a specific path for the right reason, and it will turn into a rewarding direction. Ignore what […]
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Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Aug. 19
100 Years Ago: 1923 Mrs. Florence Kling Harding, widow of the late president, plans to spend a portion of the winter months in Southern California, according to a brother-in-law who just returned from Marion, Ohio. 50 Years Ago: 1973 Sam Holbrook, a farmer from Turner, has issued a warning that he is taking protective measures […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Virgo: Use your intelligence, and you’ll find a way to make the most out of your situation.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Madelaine Petsch, 29; Andy Samberg, 45; Edward Norton, 54; Robert Redford, 87. Happy Birthday: Learn all you can this year and position yourself for success. Ask questions, take courses and build your qualifications to match your dreams. Be cognizant of what it will take to meet the demands surrounding your […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Wireless devices to avoid when living with a pacemaker
DEAR DR. ROACH: Do people with pacemakers need to be concerned about wireless devices? — B.L. ANSWER: In most cases, there is very little risk to a pacemaker from wireless devices. However, there are some exceptions, so it is prudent to stay away from some types of devices as much as possible. For instance, anti-theft […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Aug. 18
100 Years Ago: 1923 More than 60 Journal newsboys took a plunge in the Auburn “Y” swimming-pool Friday afternoon. 50 Years Ago: 1973 A course, titled “Maine in the 21st Century” will be offered starting Sept. 10 at CMVTI by the Lewiston-Center of the University at Augusta. The course, which will attempt to project what […]
Posted inDear Abby
Mom struggles to describe a daughter whos veered off-course
DEAR ABBY: Our daughter (age 21) has made a series of bad choices and failed relationships since she was 16. She went to college and quit (twice), joined the Air Force and hated it, but managed to get a “general discharge.” At age 19, she had a baby with a high school dropout and violent […]
Posted inSun Spots
West Sumner, North Waterford churches announce auction, bake sale, supper
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The West Sumner Universalist Church will hold its annual Ticket Auction and Bake Sale on Saturday, Aug. 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The drawing will be at 2 p.m. As in past years, there are lots of items available, including themed baskets and gift certificates. Baked goods and Rada cutlery […]
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Redesign your plans to fit the talent in the room or change your helpers to fulfill your original concept.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Austin Butler, 32; Tammy Townsend, 53; Donnie Wahlberg, 54; Robert De Niro, 80. Happy Birthday: Keep close tabs on your health, finances and legal matters. Precision and detail will make a difference in the outcome of such issues and bring positive results. Use charm to get the attention you desire […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Stress test fails to identify blockages in the heart
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 81-year-old male who is in generally good health, except that I suffer from heart disease and acid reflux. My heart disease started in 1994 when I had three stents inserted, and I underwent an angioplasty in 1995 to have one of the stent ends opened up. In subsequent years, […]
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Goddaughter’s wedding is perfect
DEAR ABBY: I have a lovely goddaughter I’m estranged from. Although I had promised her she would be maid of honor at my wedding in 2015 (my second marriage), I didn’t do it. My fiance was diagnosed with Huntington’s disease, so we decided instead to have a commitment ceremony. I felt bad but didn’t contact […]