100 Years Ago: 1924 An article for November 2, 1924 is unavailable therefore an article from November 2, 1923 is being offered instead. An interesting radio message from Donald B. MacMillan, Arctic explorer, was picked up early this morning by Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Hamilton of this town. The message from the schooner Bowdoin […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer:Communication will uncover feelings and possibilities that can change your lifestyle or the dynamics of a meaningful relationship.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Marisol Nichols, 51; David Schwimmer, 58; k.d. lang, 63; Stefanie Powers, 82. Happy Birthday: It’s up to you to implement positive change and make things happen. Incorporate new techniques into your skill set. Being a forerunner in your circle will put you in a good position and enable you to […]
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Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Elvis Costello & The Imposters plan Waterville concert
Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton will perform at 8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, at Waterville Opera House, 1 Common St. in Waterville. Two-time Grammy Award Winner and member of both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Elvis Costello is known for his classic hits, “Alison,” “Veronica,” […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Nov. 1
100 Years Ago: 1924 Hens have slacked away a little on laying the last week or so partly because of moulting. The sharp cold stops them a little. The production of eggs will be rather uncertain from now until shutting up time. When the snow comes and the hens are closed in for the winter […]
Posted inDear Abby
Unfaithful ex ponders a pass at married former spouse
DEAR ABBY: I have been divorced from my ex-husband, “Paul,” for 20 years. I never remarried. The divorce was mostly my fault because I was unfaithful. We never tried to save our marriage. He immediately started dating and remarried 18 months later. We have remained friends due to having four children and now grandchildren. I […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Active, healthy woman finds it next to impossible to lose weight
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 5 feet, 1 inch tall, weigh 200 pounds, and have found it next to impossible to lose weight, even though I’m active. I swim, walk, or do yoga almost every day. I avoid most processed foods and stick to organic vegetables and pasture-raised eggs and meat. My doctor put me […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Refuse to let someone distract you or interfere with your plans.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Toni Collette, 52; Jenny McCarthy, 52; Anthony Kiedis, 62; Lyle Lovett, 67. Happy Birthday: Take care of loose ends and revamp your timetable to suit your needs. A dedicated attitude will encourage decluttering your life and making room for what matters to you. High energy and the desire and curiosity […]
Posted inSun Spots
Salvation Army Annual Toy Drive announced for Nov. 22 at Auburn Mall’s center court
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Once again the Sparkling Angelic Divas of Brunswick and Red Hat Chapters around New England will host the 18th Salvation Army Annual Toy Drive at the Auburn Mall center court by the giving tree on Friday, Nov. 22, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Please bring unwrapped gifts for children of all […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Annual Battle of the Blends to be held at Franco Center on Saturday
Lewiston High School Chamber Choir and Lewiston High School Blue Notes will be among the performers at the Maine Music Society’s 29th annual Battle of the Blends which begins at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Franco Center in Lewiston. The Chamber Choir is an advanced choral ensemble who have performed at various […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Final performances of the musical ‘1776’ this weekend at CLT
Four members of the Continental Congress — from left, Nicole Emery as Joseph Hewes of North Carolina, Duane Glover as Stephen Hopkins of Rhode Island, Tony Morin as John Hancock, and Glenn Davis as Richard Henry Lee of Virginia — in a scene from the musical “1776” which wraps up this weekend at the Community […]