Editor’s note: There are no local obituaries in today’s paper.
2013
Tips for baby boomers seeking divorce
(BPT) – Baby boomer couples that have been married 25 years or more are divorcing at record rates, according to a recent study by the National Center for Family and Marriage Research at Bowling Green University in Ohio. While overall divorce rates peaked in the 1980s at around 50 percent, divorce among baby boomer couples […]
UNE stuns Colby for ‘biggest win in program history’
BIDDEFORD — After a 12-6 loss to Roger Williams last Saturday, University of New England men’s lacrosse coach Charlie Burch said he hoped the defeat would be lesson for his team in what it takes to compete with top teams. The Nor’easters must have spent the rest of the weekend cramming, because on Tuesday against […]
Advice for choosing a financial advisor
(BPT) – Saving for retirement is an essential task, but one that can be complex and demand a lot of attention. With the arrival of April ”“ Financial Literacy Month ”“ focusing on your existing saving strategies should be a priority. It’s also an ideal time to talk to a financial professional who can help […]
Conservation center proposed
BIDDEFORD — One of the most expansive, unspoiled parcels on the New England seaboard is located on the edge of Biddeford. Timber Point, including Timber Point Island, is a 157-acre property that contains rocky coastline, wild forest and meadows, and is home to nesting shorebirds, foxes, deer and a host of other wildlife. Thanks to […]
Tips for new Mother’s Day and Father’s Day traditions
(BPT) – Families have many special traditions to celebrate Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Starting new traditions around these days is also common. If your family is looking for some new ways to enjoy Mother’s Day or Father’s Day this year, check out these tips and gift ideas that will help make your celebrations special: […]