August 2016
Horoscope
Stick to the facts and be articulate when dealing with people who are negative or critical. Trust in yourself and get involved in projects or pursuits that will help bring about positive change. If you invest in something you enjoy doing, you will excel. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) – Arguing is a waste of time. […]
Robert W. Wakefield Sr.
HOLIDAY, Fla. — Robert “Bobby” W. Wakefield Sr., 75, of Holiday, Florida, formerly of Lebanon, Maine, our beloved husband and father, left us to the Lord’s hands “Safely Home” on Aug. 11, 2016. Robert was born on Dec. 14, 1940, the son of Clarence R. and Alice E. (Gammon) Wakefield and was raised in Waterboro. […]
Priscilla Johnson
BIDDEFORD — Priscilla Johnson, 86, passed away at her home on Thursday Aug. 25, 2016. Visitation will be held 5-6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, followed by a 6 p.m. memorial service at the Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service Chapel, 498 Long Plains Road (Route 22) in Buxton, www.mainefuneral.com.
Gene Wilder, 83
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Gene Wilder, the frizzy-haired actor who brought his deft comedic touch to such unforgettable roles as the neurotic accountant in “The Producers” and the mad scientist of “Young Frankenstein,” has died. He was 83. Wilder’s nephew said Monday that the actor and writer died late Sunday at his home in Stamford, […]
School asks court to hear transgender case
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A Virginia school board urged the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday to weigh in on whether a transgender male must be allowed to use the boys bathroom at his high school, framing it as an issue of national importance. The Gloucester County School Board wants the justices to review a decision […]