A Confederate army invading the North under Gen. Robert E. Lee and the Union Army of the Potomac led by Maj. Gen. George G. Meade collided over three blazing summer days at Gettysburg, Pa., 150 years ago in the Civil War. The July 1-3 battle on Pennsylvania farmland would mark the turning point of the […]
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Bath police probe Heritage Days vandalism
BATH Bath police reported vehicles used during Heritage Days celebrations were damaged overnight July 7 at Library Park. The damage was discovered by police at 5 a.m. July 8. The cars, on loan from Heritage Days supporter Bodwell Motors of Brunswick, were struck by a folding chair in the parking lot of the Patten Free […]
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Is your drowsiness dangerous? Sleep apnea evaluation urged for those at risk
(BPT) – Despite common misconceptions, anyone ”“ regardless of gender, weight or fitness level ”“ can develop obstructive sleep apnea, a life-threatening condition characterized by episodes of complete or partial airway obstruction during sleep. As many as 12 million to 18 million American adults have untreated sleep apnea, and the experts at the American Academy […]
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Hurting? Here’s How to Reduce Your Physical Pain
(NewsUSA) – Chances are, you’re hurting right now. No, we’re not talking finances. (That’s a whole other story.) We’re talking the kind of long-lasting physical pain — arthritis, backaches, strains and the like — which the Institute of Medicine says at least 116 million U.S. adults experience at a cost to the nation of upwards […]
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How America’s change-leading generation has redesigned aging
(BPT) – America’s baby boomers first came on the scene in 1946. They’ve been turning the world on its head ever since. Known as the country’s greatest generation for leading change, baby boomers make up roughly 26 percent of the United States’ total population ”“ at about 78 million people. Over the years they’ve reinvented […]
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Restored education funding will serve Maine well
After school districts braced for more cuts to general purpose aid this spring, the Legislature surprised everyone when members voted not only to restore the slashed funding, but to increase it as well. As part of the biennial budget, lawmakers on the Appropriations Committee filled in the budget holes left by curtailments and increased GPA […]
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Five Questions to ask Your Doctor about Depression
(BPT) – Have you been feeling sad? Have you lost interest or pleasure in daily activities? Have you been feeling this way for two weeks or more? These feelings/symptoms may be signs of depression and your healthcare provider can help. In this article, you’ll find answers to common questions about depression from Dr. Larry Culpepper, […]
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Is your drowsiness dangerous? Sleep apnea evaluation urged for those at risk
Is your drowsiness dangerous? Sleep apnea evaluation urged for those at risk
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Great On-the-Go Snack Ideas for Kids
(StatePoint) Snack time can make or break an otherwise healthy diet. So keeping tabs on what your kids are munching on between meals is important. The bottom line, say experts, is to aim to nurture their bodies with pure, wholesome foods as close to nature as possible. “Getting your kids hooked on fresh fruits and […]