100 Years Ago: 1924 A new radio station voice was heard for the first time Jan 8 at about 11 o’clock Eastern Standard time, when KGO, the General Electric station at Oakland, Calif., took to the air. This is a sister station of WGY, at Schenectady station. KGO will operate on 312 meters and there […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inSun Spots
Lewiston Strong necklaces and key chains available at area stores
DEAR SUN SPOTS: In response to the Jan. 5 Sun Spots regarding Lewiston Strong T-shirts, etc., I was in Topsham at Day’s Jewelers with my granddaughter who requested a Lewiston Strong pendant. There are two styles, one being a pricier gold outline of the State of Maine. She wanted the silver one as it has […]
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Posted inEncore
Jim Gallant to perform at Oasis of Music
Jim Gallant will perform at the Oasis of Music beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10, at Trinity Commons in Lewiston. For this performance Gallant will be performing new songs from his new CD, songs he has written about every season of life, with special attention to life in our region of Maine. He […]
Posted inEncore
New executive director takes reins at The Public Theatre in Lewiston
The Board of Directors of The Public Theatre recently announced that the Theatre’s longtime executive/co-artistic director Christopher Schario will retire this year. In a message sent to the Theatre’s patrons, donors, corporate sponsors and friends, the Board celebrated and thanked Schario for his incredible tenure – 30 years of artistic excellence and commitment to the […]
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Use physical, emotional and intellectual tactics to give an all-around vision of the possibilities.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Cynthia Erivo, 37; Gaby Hoffmann, 42; Sarah Polley, 45; Shirley Bassey, 87. Happy Birthday: Keep your eye on the ball. Stay focused on what’s important to you, and rely on the experience and knowledge you honed to reach your personal, financial and physical goals. Take the initiative to be innovative. […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Sudden foot pain after a concert becomes debilitating
DEAR DR. ROACH: My daughter and her friend went to a concert and had to climb stairs, walking about 2.5 miles in total. After returning home, my daughter had severe pain in both of her feet and was unable to stand or walk on them. She said it felt like someone was crushing them. The […]
Posted inDear Abby
Parade of old boyfriends makes current beau uneasy
DEAR ABBY: My girlfriend is the loveliest, smartest, most compassionate and supportive person I know. We have been together for a year and a half. When we first met, we hung out a few times. When I told her my feelings toward her, she responded that she was in an open relationship, so I backed […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Jan. 8
100 Years Ago: 1924 Lewiston schools was the subject for some discussion at the meeting of the school board last evening, at which time Supt. Bickford pointed out that unless special provision was made, some 30 or more beginners would be obliged to stay away from school. The matter of appointment of a teacher to […]
Posted inSun Spots
Where to find free tax return help for seniors
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Is it too early to ask where and when seniors can get their income tax returns done free? As always, thank you for any information.—Richard, no town ANSWER: It’s not too early to ask. According to the AARP web site, the Tax-Aide locator will launch in mid-January and sites will open in […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Capital City Improv performance set for Hallowell
Johnson Hall plans to present Capital City Improv at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, at Maple Hill Farm Inn, at 11 Inn Road in Hallowell. Using audience suggestions and interviews, Capital City Improv creates unique, on-the-spot comedy shows. In 2011, Capital City Improv was “The Dennis Price Comedy Hour” Maine. These early shows were a […]