Maine alternative metal band Midnight Possession with guests Alions and Serling will play starting at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, July 14, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. Members of Midnight Possessions are Bodhi Mckellick, Warren Hall, Nik Hall, Heather Doucette and Rodney Williams. Come out to be among the first to hear Midnight Possession’s […]
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Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on July 13
100 Years Ago: 1923 Examples of vandalism In the vicinity of the Lewiston playgrounds at the city park are almost of daily occurrence says the caretaker. Dressing tents, erected by the Community Service for the boys and girls to use in changing to bathing suits, bear innumerable rents and tears from nightly marauders. Tents ropes […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Boyfriend puts relationship on hold after sister’s death
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend lost his sister unexpectedly to a heart attack. She was only 50. I’m trying to be there for him and give him his space while he’s grieving. The thing is, he has stopped responding or contacting me. Every few days, I’d send him words of support, but he doesn’t respond — […]
Posted inHoroscope
Virgo: A positive attitude will prompt suggestions that encourage you to choose healthy behaviors, peace and love.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ken Jeong, 54; Cheech Marin, 77; Harrison Ford, 81; Patrick Stewart, 83. Happy Birthday: Helping others will change your life and perspective on what’s important this year. Look for alternatives that will help you and others, and you’ll gain confidence and support to do something that benefits many. What you […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Dr. Roach details the best way to prolong life and health
DEAR DR. ROACH: If you would recommend one good thing to do in your life to prolong your life and have good health, what would it be? By the same token, if you were to recommend not doing something because it is very bad for you, and there is no health benefit to it, what […]
Posted inSun Spots
Androscoggin Historical Society hosts craft sale at West Auburn schoolhouse
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin Historical Society will hold a Craft Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 22, at the West Auburn Schoolhouse at 740 West Auburn Road. Crafters of all types are welcome to rent one of the remaining tables for $25. Please contact me at 782-5467 to make arrangements. — […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
‘Richard II’ to be stage in Monmouth
“Richard II” by William Shakespeare will be staged July 13 through Aug. 6 at Theater at Monmouth, 796 Main St. in Monmouth. Richard II is dangerously out of touch with his kingdom. He wastes money, raises taxes to support his lavish lifestyle, plays favorites and cares more about his vanity than the common good. When […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Treatment for osteoarthritis includes exercise, not PRP therapy
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have reached the beginning of osteoarthritis after a meniscus trim from years ago. Can platement-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, or anything else, regenerate cartilage? — E.C. ANSWER: Loss of cartilage is an important part of the complex condition called osteoarthritis, along with osteophytes (“bone spurs”) and inflammation of the synovium (connective tissue […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on July 12
100 Years Ago: 1923 The rate of infant mortality In Lewiston, which has been designated the highest in proportion to that of any city in the United States, has decreased during the period of the past six months, according to figures available Thursday at the office of the Lewiston health department. In 1922 statistics show […]
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Protect your reputation and position. Don’t expect someone to cover for you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Malala Yousafzai, 26; Kimberly Perry, 40; Michelle Rodriguez, 45; Topher Grace, 45. Happy Birthday: Check who’s on your side and willing to step in and take over. Surround yourself with allies and share your ideas. Strength and courage will help you bring about positive change and greater security. Use your […]