CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dot-Marie Jones, 60; Dave Foley, 61; Michael Stipe, 64; Patty Loveless, 67. Happy Birthday: Rely on your intelligence, not your emotions. Learn from experience, and you’ll find a path that leads to victory. Embrace change and look for opportunities that help stabilize prospects and encourage better relationships with loved ones. […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inDr. Roach
Finding the cause behind loss of libido is vital for treatment
DEAR DR. ROACH: For two years now, I have totally lost all of my libido. Please help provide an explanation and a pathway to a cure. I am 76 years old now and in very good health. I’m 5 feet, 11 inches tall and weigh 182 pounds. I am married and have a good relationship […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Silence from daughters hurts divorced father
DEAR ABBY: I am the father of four, two boys and two girls, ranging in age from late teens to mid-20s. I was extremely close with all of them until my divorce seven years ago. Most would say they were closer to me than to their mom. My boys still talk to me, and we […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Jan. 4
100 Years Ago: 1924 A man appeared at the office of the tax collector, George H. Willis, on Thursday and wanted to saw some wood to pay his poll tax. He was given the opportunity and complimented for his willingness to work. 50 Years Ago: 1974 Le Montagnard Club celebrates its golden anniversary this weekend. […]
Posted inSun Spots
Reader offers 80-inch sofa in very good condition to someone in need
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have an off-white Thomasville sofa. It’s 80 inches long, has three cushions, and is clean and in very good condition. I’d like to give this to someone who needs it. You must be able to pick it up. Please call 743-7886. — Rebecca, South Paris ANSWER: That’s so generous and I’m […]
Posted inEncore
Love for Lewiston fundraiser concert to be held at Franco Center
A special concert to benefit the two local venues affected by the tragic events of Oct. 25 will be held 5-10:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 6, at the Franco Center in Lewiston. Both Schemengees and Just-In-Time Recreation suffered losses of lives and business closures as a result of the tragedy. While operating and facility expenses […]
Posted inHoroscope
Pisces: You’ll do your best if you concentrate on earning a decent living and handling your financial affairs.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Eli Manning, 43; Danica McKellar, 49; Mel Gibson, 68; Victoria Principal, 74. Happy Birthday: Concentrate on personal changes that make your life easier. Peace of mind will be the byproduct of making your life and surroundings less cumbersome. The amount of free time you gain by decluttering your life will […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Med without long-term history is the best at reducing fractures
DEAR DR. ROACH: In the past, I have been treated for osteoporosis, but still had a spinal fracture last year that required surgery. My endocrinologist suggested Tymlos because it encourages bone growth more than a bisphoshonate drug, which only stops further bone loss according to him. It requires a daily injection for two years. I […]
Posted inDear Abby
Husband’s change of heart wasnt so sudden after all
DEAR ABBY: Three months ago, my husband of 30 years came home from work, told me he wasn’t happy anymore and said he wanted a divorce. He announced he was moving in with his brother until he could find a place. Six days later, I found out he’d moved in with a woman he’d been […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Jan. 3
100 Years Ago: 1924 The Twin City Branch, I.S.S. met with Myra Walker and Mrs. Lizzie Walker, Main Street, yesterday. There were twelve members present whos work was patch-work. At the business meeting the report was read and the treasurer passed in her report. The next meeting will be all day with Mrs. E.H. White, on […]