DEAR ABBY: Over the years, my younger sister, “Hannah,” has been lying about some significant things, such as: She claims she was there alone with our dad when he died; that our older sister tried to talk her into signing herself into a state mental hospital; that my boyfriend was imaginary, etc. Her most recent […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Libra:Size up situations and create an opportunity to talk to someone in the know who can add value to something you want to pursue.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Miley Cyrus, 31; Salli Richardson-Whitfield, 56; Robin Roberts, 63; Bruce Hornsby, 69. Happy Birthday: Take your time, fact-check and find your comfort spot before you discuss your plans or make changes that will alter your routine or living arrangements. Stay on top of your priorities, health and getting along with […]
The radiation risk after receiving a CT scan is very minimal
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 79-year-old healthy female. My doctor advised me to have a CT scan due to the bump above my head and the fact that I might have a brain bleed. Since I had quite a few regular X-rays in the past, I really did not want to do a brain scan. […]
More ‘Lewiston Strong’ and ‘Maine Strong’ apparel available via website
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I saw your post where readers are looking for Lewiston Strong and Maine Strong apparel (Nov. 21 Sun Spots). Both shirts and hoodies in multiple styles and colors are available on my website. Proceeds from each purchase help the families affected by the Oct. 25 mass shooting. If your readers would like […]
Looking Back on Nov. 22
100 years Ago: 1923 The season’s first EL high school sorority dancing party will be held Friday evening at Mrs. Heth’s Academy, Lisbon St., Lewiston. Kappa Theta Sigma girls entertaining. Several successful parties were given by the popular club last season. Dance orders have been in the process of being exchanged now for several days, […]
Teen’s wardrobe choices are too much for one mom
DEAR ABBY: I am a fairly laid-back mom of a wonderful 13-year-old daughter. Her friends are nice kids, but some of them dress pretty provocatively. I have seen them wear super-short shorts that are very “cheeky” and tops that really expose their assets. We have been invited to a party at a friend’s home, and […]
Virgo: Raise your energy a notch and streamline your way to the top.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Scarlett Johansson, 39; Mark Ruffalo, 56; Jamie Lee Curtis, 65; Steve Van Zandt, 73. Happy Birthday: Show confidence in all that you pursue this year; you’ll make headway. Your insight, creativity and desire to bring about positive change will unfold if you take the initiative. Believe in yourself and refuse […]
Heart murmur found in older adult deserves further evaluation
DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband is 80 years old and a survivor of liver cancer after receiving four years of immunotherapy. On a recent follow-up visit to his oncologist, the doctor told him that he has a heart murmur. He takes medication for his thyroid and adrenal glands. Could you please explain what a heart […]
Lisbon area food pantry invites crafters and donations for Christmas Fair
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lisbon Area Christian Outreach Food Pantry will hold its annual Christmas Fair at the MTM Center on School Street in Lisbon Falls on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a bake sale, raffle tables, crafters, food, etc. Santa will be there from 11 a.m. to 2 […]
Aquarius: Look at how and where you can make headway and a difference to yourself and your loved ones.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Steven Yeun, 40; Ray Romano, 66; Samuel L. Jackson, 75; Jane Fonda, 86. Happy Birthday: Action is the path forward. Stop complaining and start doing. Change what you don’t like, and protect and nurture what makes you happy. Life is about choices, and it’s time for you to step up […]