DEAR ABBY: My husband’s uncle died by suicide in his home six months ago. It was a shock to the entire family. Since the funeral, we have helped to settle his affairs, including cleaning out his home to get it ready for sale. My husband’s cousin (the uncle’s daughter) has had an understandably difficult time […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inLife & Culture
Who are you thankful for? Nominate them for our annual Thanksgiving feature
Do you know someone whose hard work and generosity makes life better for their fellow Mainers? We’re taking names.
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Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Live music at Mixers this weekend
The Tyler Healy Band will bring a great night of country music at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. They are a country rock band with their sights set on Nashville playing Top 40 country songs as well as some originals. The band covers songs by artists such […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Sept. 26
100 Years Ago: 1922 An article for September 26, 1024 was unavailable, an article for September 26, 1923 is being offered instead Mr. D. Holbrook has kept a record for twenty years of the thunder and rainstorms in Livermore Falls and he informs the Journal that this was the first summer that he has not […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Case of leg swelling is likely due to chronic venous disease
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 80-year-old obese woman with high blood pressure that is being controlled with nifedipine and losartan. Over a year ago, I noticed that my small toe on my left foot was becoming numb, and my left foot and ankle were swollen by the middle of the day. I told my […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Sign up for something that interests you,
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Christina Milian, 43; Serena Williams, 43; Jim Caviezel, 56; Jeanie Buss, 63. Happy Birthday: Look at life with curiosity and discover unique alternatives and various lifestyles that offer comfort. Be open and receptive to suggestions, but don’t be a follower when your happiness depends on taking the initiative to live […]
Posted inDear Abby
Long-term afair reaches new and uncertain period
DEAR ABBY: I have been in love with a married man for more than 16 years. It started before he married, but I was married at the time, so he married her. He always told me he wouldn’t leave his wife, but I hoped he would. Three weeks ago, I told him I could no […]
Posted inSun Spots
Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin seeking volunteer tutors and English conversation partners
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin has a significant waiting list of adults who need to improve their English to connect with jobs and manage their day-to-day lives. Volunteers are needed to serve as one-on-one tutors, as well as English Conversation Partners. Literacy Volunteers tutors and English conversation partners have helped hundreds of adults gain the […]
Posted inSun Spots, Uncategorized
Puzzle library reopening for the season at North Waterford Congregational Church
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The puzzle library at the North Waterford Congregational Church will open every Monday starting Oct. 7. Hours are 1-3 p.m. The church is at 10 Irving Green Road just off Route 35 in North Waterford village. In case of inclement weather, the library will be open Tuesdays. We have more than 300 […]
Posted inCommunity, Connections, Encore, Things to Do
‘Get Ready to Vote’ concert planned in Farmington Sept. 26
FARMINGTON — The University of Maine Farmington is set to host a free “Get Ready to Vote” concert at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, on the Emery Community Arts Center lawn on Main Street. Those who haven’t yet registered to vote can do so at the concert. Ruth Hill, 2017 grand prize winner of the […]