DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 75-year-old woman who is active in many ways. I did the swimming leg for a triathlon female relay team, which was 2-3 miles in the open ocean. So, I am baffled by my recent diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG)! Reading as much as possible for a clue, I found a […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Auburn, Farmington churches announce Christmas fairs featuring crafts, decorations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Sixth Street Congregational Church at 109 Sixth St. in Auburn will hold a Holiday Fair on Saturday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Crafters can rent tables for $10 each. For more information, please contact Beth at 782-4413 or Cynthia at 740-2741. — Elizabeth, Auburn ANSWER: Here’s to a great […]
The Cyrus Chestnut Trio plans concert in Bath
BATH— The jazz band the Cyrus Chestnut Trio plans to take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, at The Chocolate Church Arts Center, 804 Washington St., in Bath. Jazz pianist Cyrus Chestnut balances his lithe technical skill with a soulful style that speaks to his deep gospel roots and love of swinging hard […]
Looking Back on Nov. 4
100 Years Ago: 1924 When Capt. Donald B. MacMillan, world famous explorer of Arctic wastes, lectures in Lewiston City Hall Wednesday evening under the auspices of the A. D. P. class of boys, Court street Free Baptist church, he will face a large audience. The hall seats between 1200-1500 and although the exchange of certificates […]
Relatives’ estate planning left siblings out in the cold
DEAR ABBY: When my husband, “Sid,” was a young adult, his mother died by suicide. A few years later, when his maternal grandparents died, his mother’s two siblings inherited his grandparents’ estate. Other family members have commented that it seemed wrong for Sid and his sister to be disinherited from their mother’s share of the […]
Virgo: Someone will be eager to use what you reveal against you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Taylor Tomlinson, 31; Matthew McConaughey, 55; Ralph Macchio, 63; Kathy Griffin, 64. Happy Birthday: Set goals, press play and continue until you get the desired results. A positive spin, creativity and accumulating information will encourage confidence and success. Sign up for lectures that offer insight into your options, and you […]
Liver specialist feels it’s best to remove a cyst growing in size
DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed with several liver cysts over 15 years ago. My primary doctor and I follow the growth of the cysts by ultrasound, and one is increasing in size. We did an MRI with and without contrast to take a look at the cyst. The radiologist stated that the cyst looked […]
Jilted ex eager to resurrect a relationship
DEAR ABBY: I had a five-year relationship with a man. We broke up because he was unfaithful. Even though I’m willing to forgive and still have feelings for him, my kids don’t like this man and don’t want me to reconnect with him. My children say that if I do, they no longer want to […]
Leo: Personal gain, growth and gratification are within reach if you do what brings you joy.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Elizabeth Smart, 37; Gemma Ward, 37; Colin Kaepernick, 37; Dolph Lundgren, 67. Happy Birthday: Solidify your plans and forge ahead with optimism. Trust your instincts instead of relying on others’ opinions. Take the initiative, build your future around your needs and make changes that promote happiness. You have plenty to […]
Relationship with daughter has deteriorated amid hardships
DEAR ABBY: My daughter was diagnosed with a disease. Soon after, she decided to marry a man she’d met. I’m not fond of the guy, and I find it difficult to have a relationship with him. They moved to another state, and I asked that she not bring him to this house. However, every chance […]