It’s a new year, but that doesn’t mean we should leave behind some of the best lessons of 2010. Over the course of the past year, I have explored everything from marital stress to mischievous children, and local and national experts have imparted some sage advice along the way. So as we start 2011, let’s […]

For Whom the Bells Toll State Police say a young Saco man has been evading paying tolls on the Maine Turnpike for the past three years. Mathieu Bosse, 23, was arrested outside the Ramada Inn in Saco, which sits adjacent to the turnpike. A State Police trooper saw Bosse drive his car off the turnpike […]

We need a city that will plow when it snows. Main roads, back roads, side roads are all roads to be maintained by the city. Lives are worth more than money and our outrageous taxes certainly supply the money. — Anonymous Smokers who reek of smoke, because do not wash or dry clean their outer […]

Some events require tickets or are subject to other limitations. If in doubt, we recommend you contact the venue. Night Life listings must be e-mailed to [email protected] and received no later than Monday. Tonight Sunday Night Dance Party with Steve Colella, 8 p.m., Mixers, Sabattus Karaoke, 8 p.m. to midnight, Schemengee’s Bar and Grille, Lewiston […]

It’s the same thing every year. Some well-meaning yahoo gives you a gym membership for Christmas. Why doesn’t he just come out and tell you you’re too flabby, too skinny or just the wrong shape altogether? The crass son of a . . . You’d punch him in the eye if you just had the […]

Dating? Here’s some advice on getting serious from the book “How to Survive Dating” (Hundreds of Heads Books, www.hundredsofheads.com, $12.95), straight from people who’ve done it: How do you get out of a bad date once you’re in it? Say, “I have to go to bed early. Thanks a lot. I had a really great […]

Training your dog is a bonding experience for both you and your pup. Not only do you spend time together, you get to know each other better. The American Kennel Club’s AKC Family Dog contributor and trainer Kathy Santo offers advice on efficiently using treats as a reward in the September/October 2010 issue of AKC […]

Despite the best intentions, no one can be perfect all the time. Read on to find out about five of the situations that most often trip up both new and experienced grandparents. 1. Encouraging tantrums A grandparent’s first impulse when grandchildren have tantrums is to comfort them. Don’t. Experts agree that when children have meltdowns, […]

Christmas has come and gone, and as nice as it was to share gifts with loved ones, perhaps you didn’t get everything on your list. Perhaps that extra large purple sweater Aunt Liz was sure would look great on you needs to find its way back onto the sales rack. But what will you do […]