DEAR DR. ROACH: After dealing with hyperparathyroidism for over a decade, I became an administrator of a support group for the disease. Many of our members have difficulties getting a diagnosis and a subsequent referral to a surgeon. Can you discuss why you think this is? Shouldn’t a PTH lab be ordered as a follow […]
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Posted inSun Spots
Youth Group hosting supper, yard sale at Auburn United Methodist Church
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Youth Group of the United Methodist Church of Auburn is having a spaghetti supper Friday at 5:30 p.m. to raise money to attend a youth, faith-based national conference in Daytona, Florida in July. Ten of our teens are excited to take part in this event. The church is at 439 Park Ave. […]
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Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Lovell photographer’s work on display at Norway gallery
“Intermission,” a solo exhibition featuring works by Lovell artist Sandra Josephine Bell, will open with an open house from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 17, at the Matolcsy Art Center at 480 Main St. in Norway. The show will run for two weeks ending Saturday, July 1. Bell has selected works that were inspired […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on June 12
100 Years: 1923 Six Lewiston men were arrested Tuesday morning on bench warrants from the superior court, as the result of secret indictments by the grand jury. They are each held in $1,000 bonds. There remains but one secret indictment to be revealed. 50 Years Ago: 1973 Nearly 400 motorists were issued warnings during the […]
Posted inDear Abby
Spouse wants to travel before its too late
DEAR ABBY: I was diagnosed with chronic heart failure seven years ago. It has no cure. I want to see and do more before my life is over. My husband and I have been married 29 years. After talking about this with my therapist, I was finally able to express it to my husband. He […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Treatment for poor circulation in legs depends on the type
DEAR DR. ROACH: Some months ago, my doctor used a QuantaFlo test to measure circulation in my legs. My result was low — 0.69 versus the normal range of 0.9-1.40. I was not surprised, as poor circulation runs in the family. She recommended I wear compression socks. I am 70 and have never had symptoms, […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: Invest in your skills, qualifications, home and other interests, and personal growth and gains will come your way.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kendra Wilkinson, 38; Dave Franco, 38; Scott Thompson, 64; Timothy Busfield, 66. Happy Birthday: Open your doors, host events and explore what others offer this year. Challenge yourself to use your skills to help those less fortunate while turning your life into something that makes you feel good about yourself […]
Posted inSun Spots
Farmington church yard sale coming soon
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Fairbanks Union Church, at 583 Fairbanks Road, Farmington, will be hosting another gigantic Two-Day Yard Sale on June 16 and 17. The event will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. There will be no early birds and donations are being accepted. Please call 778-3808 or 778-2420 for more information. All […]
Posted inHoroscope
Capricorn: Don’t expect others to relate to your problems or your initiatives.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Claire Holt, 35; Shia LaBeouf, 37; Peter Dinklage, 54; Hugh Laurie, 64. Happy Birthday: You’ll need patience this year when dealing with people who don’t share your beliefs. Be a good listener, and you’ll gain insight into how to deal with situations that require diplomacy. Your ability to understand and […]
Posted inDear Abby
Boyfriend has zero plans for his financial future
DEAR ABBY: My husband died three years ago, and I met someone shortly after. This man is kind and loving, and he treats me well. He happily moved with me to another state to be near my family. I’m 67, and he is 63. I’m retired, and hopefully have enough to live on for the […]