DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 66-year old post-menopausal woman who is scheduled next month for a hysterectomy to correct a pelvic organ prolapse. There is no history of ovarian cancer in my family. My first period was at age 12, and menopause happened for me at age 51. I used birth control pills. My […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: What you learn through observation will help you stop anyone who tries to slow you down.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Betsy Brandt, 51; Megan Follows, 56; Billy Crystal, 76; Quincy Jones, 91. Happy Birthday: Get in the groove and make situations work in your favor. You have the vision and charisma to get others to pay attention to you this year, so don’t stop short when you can have it […]
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Posted inSun Spots
Pleasant St. Drop-in Center in Auburn requests men’s clothing for homeless
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Pleasant St. Drop-in Center is in dire need of blankets, men’s gloves, sweatshirts and hoodies. We also need men’s jeans in sizes 36 and 38 and men’s underwear sizes L and XL. Nights continue to be chilly and all this rain has been hard on our unhoused neighbors. Your donations are greatly […]
Posted inEncore
‘Into the Fire’ exhibit on display at UMF Art Gallery
The art of Anagama pottery will be on view March 22 through April 28.
Posted inDear Abby
Lessons from the past still ring true today
DEAR ABBY: Years ago, I sat over lunch, reading your mom’s “Definition of Maturity.” It was shortly after my dad died, and reading it made me realize how lucky I had been. Those were all lessons I learned at home from my parents. Perhaps this item is in your booklet. But could you print it […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Growth of tissue on the palm bothers retired mail carrier
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 75-year-old retired mail carrier. I have a growth on my palm that continues to grow. It’s not hurting me, but it is annoying and puts pressure on my hand. My hand surgeon called it “palmar fibromatosis” and said to just leave it alone, since it’s no big deal. But […]
Posted inHoroscope
Capricorn: Don’t let emotions cloud your vision when taking care of business will get you where you want to go.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Adam Clayton, 64; Dana Delany, 68; William H. Macy, 73; Neil Sedaka, 85. Happy Birthday: Take good care of your money, possessions and investments this year. Don’t feel pressured to act in haste when thought and preparation are in your best interest. Look for alternatives, and you’ll discover a unique […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on March 13
100 Years Ago: 1924 The members of the Lewiston and Auburn MotorCycle Club have had, and are planning for some social events this winter in preparation for runs this coming summer. The last meeting was at the Auburn Y when 34 were present at a banquet. A.E. Parker acted as toastmaster and several speeches were made. Following the […]
Posted inSun Spots
Reader seeks advice on how to stop mice from infesting vehicle and causing damage
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You always seem to have the correct answers and I need some help. I just returned from my regularly scheduled oil change and the mechanic found that mice had been in my vehicle. Long story short, they caused some damage and this cost me more than my usual fee. Any advice from […]
Posted inEncore
Sebago-Long Lake Music Festival concert to be broadcast on Maine Public Classical’s Maine Stage
The third concert of the past season of the Sebago-Long Lake Music Festival will be broadcast on Maine Public Classical’s Maine Stage at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20. The concert was performed on July 25, 2023, at Deertrees Theatre in Harrison. Listen online at mainepublic.org/classical-music. The performance program featured: POULENC: Sonata for Flute and […]