DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m confused by the relationship between my blood glucose level and A1C. My blood glucose has crept up from 100 to 112 in one year after I started taking 40 mg of atorvastatin. My A1C level is 5.1%, apparently “normal,” so my doctor is unconcerned about the blood glucose reading. When is […]
Life & Culture
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Posted inSun Spots
Reader is seeking a rat cage for relative planning to get support animal
DEAR SUN SPOTS: A young family member of mine is getting a pet rat as a support animal so I am helping her by searching for a cage. I’m hoping someone has one they are not using and are willing to part with for a reasonable price. We’ve looked at local big-box pet stores and […]
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Posted inEncore
Rockin Recons will be rollin’ at Poland Spring Inn in May
Popular rock ‘n’ roll classics band has scheduled three summer performances at the Poland resort, with the first one in May.
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on June 8
100 Years Ago: 1923 Auburn’s hotel project has been again discussed by the directors of the Auburn Chamber of Commerce. The lot of land on Turner and Cushing Streets, next to the Auburn Post Office, is most likely. The price quoted for this is not absolutely determined; but is believed to be the price for […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: What you learn will distinguish you from anyone trying to outmaneuver you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Maria Menounos, 45; Julianna Margulies, 57; Frank Grillo, 58; Keenen Ivory Wayans, 65. Happy Birthday: Live and learn. Take in as much information as possible, and follow through with your plans. Talk is cheap, and actions speak louder than words. Make a point of living up to your promises and […]
Posted inDr. Roach
What is considered alcohol use disorder or problem drinking?
DEAR DR. ROACH: Is there such a thing as a functional alcoholic? — Anon. ANSWER: The term “alcoholic” is imprecise and no longer used. There are several conditions to describe problem drinking, including risky use of alcohol, which puts a person at risk for health consequences. Although any given individual may have a greater or […]
Posted inDear Abby
Grandma’s annoying behavior sets up family confrontation
DEAR ABBY: My mother-in-law is an attention-seeker. She’s very loud and talks in a baby voice so that everyone looks at her. She made my wedding shower and, years later, my baby shower all about her and the gifts she gave. Not only did it take the spotlight from my husband and me, but it […]
Posted inSun Spots
Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin holding in-person tutor training
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin will offer in-person tutor training. The 10-hour workshop will be held June 15 and 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at University of Southern Maine’s Lewiston-Auburn College at 51 Westminster St. in Lewiston. We also have a need for English Conversation Partners and will holding a two-hour virtual training […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festival returns to Litchfield
Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festival plans to celebrate its 58th festival Thursday-Sunday, June 15-18, at the Litchfield Fairgrounds, 30 Plains Road, in Litchfield. Festival hours are 4-9 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and a free Gospel Sing and Jam set for 10-11 a.m. Sunday. The festival grounds have a big stage […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on June 7
100 Years Ago: 1923 While the Lewiston police were searching her house at 268 Lincoln Street, looking for liquor, Mrs. Henry L. Wiseman kept on with her washing. And while she scrubbed the clothes, Capt. Picard scoured the premises for alcohol, which they allege “Tex” Wiseman had been hiding from them. 50 Years Ago: 1973 […]