This is in response to two letters in the Sun Journal (Jan. 24) concerning the border wall. I did some fact-checking on what illegal aliens cost U.S. taxpayers every year. According to the Bureau of Justice, 26 percent of all inmates in federal prisons are illegal aliens, costing $1.42 billion a year. According to Forbes, […]
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John Hasnip to play Pedro's Friday night
John Hasnip, a singer/songwriter from Yeovil, England, will perform from 8 to 11 p.m. Friday at Pedro O’Hara’s, 134 Main St., Lewiston. Hasnip is a top entertainer with a quick wit and a solid catalog of songs, great vocals and an expressive guitar style. No cover. For more information call 207-783-6200.
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Posted inLetters, sj-web
Disgusted with government
I am disappointed in President Donald Trump. He held the country hostage with his demand for $5.7 billion for a wall that would show people from all the countries of the world that they are not welcome here anymore. He threatens to close down the government once more if funding for that wall is not […]
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Not happy with Gov. Janet Mills
Nobody who I know voted for Janet Mills. I certainly did not vote for her. I have a poor opinion of her. I don’t think she did a very good job as Maine’s attorney general, or at anything before that. Her policies will put the people of Maine into deeper debt than ever. I wish […]
Posted inDr. Roach, sj-web
Burning tongue may be burning mouth syndrome
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a “burning tongue.” I’ve had it since my 40s. I’m now 84 years old. I could cook an egg on my tongue. It never goes away. I once mentioned this to my doctor, but she just shook her head and didn’t have a clue. I’m convinced I’ll never know what […]
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'Peter and the Starcatcher' opens Friday at The Theater Project
Don’t miss “Peter and the Starcatcher” at The Theater Project on Feb. 1-17. An opening-night reception will be held Friday, Feb. 1. Everyone is welcome to refreshments after the show and to meet the director, cast and crew. Other performance times are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Thursday shows are […]
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Wife resents being benched in favor of her brother-in-law
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married for 12 years. Things are generally good, but we keep having the same old argument related to his little brother. They have a close relationship, which is great, but I often end up feeling like I’m playing second fiddle to my brother-in-law. If I ask my […]
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Aquarius: Watch closely and put yourself first
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Harry Styles, 25; Ronda Rousey, 32; Big Boi, 44; Michael C. Hall, 48. Happy Birthday: Check out what others are doing before you decide to get involved. Problems with institutions and government agencies should be dealt with directly and with transparency. Clear up matters that are pending and move on […]
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Sky Family to perform 'Celtic Revival!' show at Norway church
The Norway Church of the Nazarene, 10 Grove St., Norway, will present the Sky Family’s production of “Celtic Revival!” at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2. From Prince Edward Island, the Sky Family brings world-class Irish dance to lively Celtic/pop-rock music and songs rich in harmonies. Woven throughout are humorous stories and inspirational testimonies. Each member […]
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy, sj-web
Geiger employees earn certifications
LEWISTON — Geiger announces 23 associates have earned certified advertising specialist designation. They are Amy Hill, Debra McCampbell, Ronald Seguin, Allen Whitman, Nicole Ross, Julie Rheinhart, Corey Dill, Joanne Hadfield, Winter Thatcher, Pamela Delcourt, Casey Conroy, Katlin Saltzer, Diane Melanson, Jason Dix, Holly Miller, Jessica Harvey, Ann-Marie Payne, Karly Bunkowske, Nicole Wiczynski, Wanda Castonguay, Amanda […]