DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 71-year-old male in good health. I read your recent column on the use of proton-pump inhibitors (PPIs). About eight years ago, I was hospitalized for 10 days due to a severe case of pancreatitis. The pain was beyond horrible. A scan indicated that I had a severe infection. It […]
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Looking Back on Feb. 20
100 Years Ago: 1925 A Bath man reports that he found his well frozen over Wednesday morning although the mercury did not go far below the freezing point. This was the first time the well has frozen during the winter. During the zero weather of last month the water in the well was so low that it […]
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Bride wants mother and aunt to walk her down the aisle
DEAR ABBY: My 25-year-old niece is getting married in four months. Five years ago, she lost her father in a tragic accident while her parents were on vacation. Since that time, she has come out as gay and grown closer to me than to her mom (my sister). I was always close to my sister […]
Posted inHoroscope
Virgo: A well-thought-out plan is the only way to implement desirable change.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rihanna, 37; Miles Teller, 38; Brian Littrell, 50; Cindy Crawford, 59. Happy Birthday: Refuse to take a back seat. It’s your turn to shine and strive for the happiness you deserve. Aim this year to find a high-energy, goal-oriented and entertaining way to turn your expectations into a reality. Look […]
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Kaydenz Kitchen requests supplies for its warming shelter in Lewiston
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Immediate needs for Kaydenz Kitchen include instant oatmeal packets, Pop Tarts, granola bars, creamer, disposable coffee cups with or without lids and disinfectant spray. Donations can be dropped off at our 551 Lincoln St. location Wednesday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thank you for […]
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Leo: Time is on your side, regardless of what anyone tells you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Benicio Del Toro, 58; Seal, 62; Jeff Daniels, 70; Smokey Robinson, 85. Happy Birthday: Expand your interests, explore what life offers and develop the skills and attributes that bring you joy. Life is about choices, and the time is ripe to turn what soothes your soul into something that enriches […]
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Husband’s drug habit and lies push wife towards the exit
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been married to my husband for 30 years. For the past five years, I’ve noticed that he is acting a little different. He’s lost a lot of weight. I found out he’s been smoking drugs. He had this problem years ago, and I thought we had it beat. But now I’m getting […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Feb. 19
100 Years Ago: 1925 Albert T. Gastonguay was nominated late Wednesday afternoon by Gov. Brewster to be a member of the Lewiston police commission in place of F. X. Marcotte, who has resigned. 50 Years Ago: 1975 The coffers of the city of Auburn are $500 richer today, the result of a donation by a […]
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Tenderness develops in man’s breast after taking finasteride
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 88-year-old male who has been taking tamsulosin twice daily for several years because of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). In October 2023, my urologist added finasteride once daily. One year later, in October 2024, I developed extreme tenderness on my left breast that wrapped around my left side. I had […]
Posted inSun Spots
Jay church is hosting a free lasagna dinner for the public this Saturday
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Jay Baptist Church at 27 Smith Road in Jay, will provide a free public supper Saturday, Feb. 22, from 4:30-6 p.m. The menu will include lasagna, salad, dinner rolls, dessert and drinks. All are invited. – Kay, Jay ANSWER: That sounds so nice. What a fabulous way to bring the community together on […]