DEAR ABBY: I had my daughter later in life. I was almost 41. I am no beauty queen, but now, 12 years later, I have been asked by two different people if I am my daughter’s grandmother. It was so upsetting, I cried for weeks. I have always been self-conscious about my looks. My daughter […]
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
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Spinal stenosis can be alleviated through injections or surgery
DEAR DR. ROACH: Last November, the outside of my left leg above my ankle started hurting badly. At its worst, it felt like someone had hit me with a bat. Other times, it was just a bad ache. The pain is exacerbated by standing, walking, and exercising on a treadmill, elliptical or recumbent bike, but […]
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Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Sept. 1
100 Years Ago: 1923 Unless the present week turns up some unexpected warm weather, the present month will be the coldest August since 1912. Slightly below normal weather conditions have prevailed on 19 of the 26 days of this month and the deficiency of heat totaled 72 degrees. On 11 days of this month it […]
Posted inSun Spots, Uncategorized
Call to grandparents raising grandchildren to share their experiences
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We’re hoping to do a story in an upcoming Sunday edition about grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. We’re in awe of these folks who have taken on this responsibility. No matter what the circumstances of your situation and whether you’ve been your grandchild’s primary caregiver for years or you’re new at […]
Posted inEncore
Rockin’ Recons to play at Poland Spring Inn
The Rockin’ Recons, one of the 4 original bands from the PAL Hop Days of the ‘60s, will play at 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 23, at the Poland Spring Inn. Since the reforming of the group in 1987 after a 20-year hiatus, the band continues to perform. The Rockin’ Recons play a blend of […]
Posted inDear Abby
Teen can’t connect with her classmates
DEAR ABBY: I’m a 16-year-old girl who is struggling to have a social life. Since I was a little girl, I have had a problem connecting with kids my own age. I have done better with kids older or younger than me. A lot of times I relate better with teachers than with students. The […]
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Omeprazole, prescribed for GERD, causes an upset stomach
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have had gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for several years, but never paid much attention to it until the heartburn became annoying and almost permanent. My dentist had already said that the pockets in my tooth enamel were caused by acid reflux. So, in May, I went to see a gastroenterologist, and […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Aug. 31
100 Years Ago: 1923 The Auburn W. C. T. U. held a meeting in New Odd Fellows hall, Pleasant street, Auburn, yesterday afternoon. The final arrangements for serving meals at the State Fair were made. One application for membership was received, Mrs. Clark, a visitor read a poem during the social hour. 50 Years Ago: […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: A chance to earn more money using your skills and experience will become apparent due to outside input.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Sara Ramirez, 48; Chris Tucker, 52; Zack Ward, 53; Richard Gere, 74. Happy Birthday: Adjust to make your life less complicated, and make happiness and peace of mind your goals. Take the initiative to get what you want and add valuable people to your circle. Well-thought-out plans and details that […]
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Sun Spotter wishes to donate 200 sewing patterns for clothing, crafts
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have been a sewist most of my life and used to make most of my clothing. I am now retired and don’t have as much need to make clothing. Because of this, I have accumulated many sewing patterns. They are mostly women’s clothing with some children’s patterns (mostly boys clothing), a […]