100 Years Ago: 1923 Hats of soft felt in all colors and white are largely dependent upon a ribbon band and bow for trimming. Ribbons to match the suits worn with the white felts are popular. A particularly stunning white felt, trimmed with medium width moire of absolutely fetching for the woman or girl who […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Capricorn: An enthusiastic attitude will position you for leadership.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jona Xiao, 34; Tina Fey, 53; George Strait, 71; Reggie Jackson, 77. Happy Birthday: Your steady pace and determination will help you reach your destination. Disregarding what’s said and relying on your common sense and appreciation for doing things right the first time will give you the edge you require […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Woman develops mysterious relationship with neighbor
DEAR ABBY: My girlfriend, “Jana,” and I have been together for 18 years. We live in a small community. About a year ago, a young single guy moved in next door. Jana and “Aiden” took an immediate liking to each other. She’s 64, and he’s 35. Aiden is on permanent disability, has never had a […]
Posted inSun Spots
Excelsior Grange holding Open House at hall in Poland on Saturday
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Excelsior Grange at 446 Harris Hill Road in Poland will host an Open House from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday. Lunch will be served at noon and is free to all. Rick Grotton, membership director of the Maine State Grange, will be the guest speaker. Excelsior Grange is entering its 150th year […]
Posted inHoroscope
Sagittarius: Consider what will bring in money and turn your vision into a reality.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Nikki Reed, 35; Derek Hough, 38; Trent Reznor, 58; Craig Ferguson, 61. Happy Birthday: Your descriptive way of expressing yourself will attract an attentive audience this year. Prepare to make your mark through conversations and demonstrations. Own the airwaves with precision and detail, and deliver what you promise. The world […]
Posted inHoroscope
Sagittarius: Consider what will bring in money and turn your vision into a reality.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Nikki Reed, 35; Derek Hough, 38; Trent Reznor, 58; Craig Ferguson, 61. Happy Birthday: Your descriptive way of expressing yourself will attract an attentive audience this year. Prepare to make your mark through conversations and demonstrations. Own the airwaves with precision and detail, and deliver what you promise. The world […]
Posted inDr. Roach
How does medicine know where to travel within the body?
DEAR DR. ROACH: My older friends and I talk about your column once in a while, and we all read it every day. Thank you. One thing we all wonder is, how do pills work? How does the medicine know where to go? — D.A. ANSWER: With a few exceptions, the medicine in the pills […]
Posted inDear Abby
Reader gives meatloaf recipe a western twist
DEAR ABBY: I have seen you mention in your column your cookbooklets of favorite recipes. I hope the meatloaf recipe is included. Years ago, I cut out your meatloaf recipe, and it’s been a staple at my house ever since. I did make one significant change: I use ground bison instead of beef. It’s healthier […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on May 17
100 Years Ago: 1923 Thomas Paradis of Lewiston has made several good catches at Lake Auburn this spring. His largest salmon thus far weighed 41/2 pounds. A few other local fishermen have succeeded in hooking one or two fish at the lake this spring. but all are waiting for a little warm weather in the hope […]
Posted inSun Spots
Canton group holding plant sale to fund improvements to trail, park
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Canton Park & Trail group has scheduled our Annual Plant Sale for May 27 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the beautiful Heritage Park on Route 108 in Canton. Perennial plants will be sold and proceeds will help with maintaining or special needs of the Whitney Brook Trail and Heritage […]