DEAR ABBY: My dad is a registered sex offender who has done time for his crimes against children. My mother has continued to have contact with him and has repeatedly chosen him over her own children. She doesn’t respect our wishes, and we believe she gives him information about our lives and our images. With […]
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
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Literacy Volunteers Androscoggin hosts Scrabble Fest
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We would really appreciate your help with getting the word out about our upcoming Letters for Literacy Scrabble Fest. This is the 25th Anniversary of Scrabble Fest, and we are hoping for a great turnout. Join us on Sunday, April 27, at the High Street Congregational Church, 106 Pleasant St. in Auburn, for […]
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Looking Back for April 15, 2025
100 years ago: 1925 “Still gasping over the sensational seizure of six Lewiston taxis and the arrest of seven men and one woman by Seth May’s Federal prohibition agents in Lewiston-Auburn Tuesday evening, a fresh sensation was furnished the community Wednesday morning when news that 16 more Lewiston men had been arrested on Federal indictments.” […]
Posted inHoroscope
Pisces: You stand to come out on top if you stick to your devices and do what you do best.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Emma Watson, 35; Seth Rogen, 43; Danny Pino, 51; Emma Thompson, 66. Happy Birthday: Smart financial investments are your ticket to lifestyle improvements. Be patient. Anger leads to mistakes, but gathering information from experts will give you the confidence to get off the fence and alter how you live, what […]
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Be part of the solution — volunteer on Earth Day
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Optimist Club wants you to join them on Earth Day Weekend, prior to Earth Day on Tuesday, April 22, to spend at least one hour walking your neighborhood with family, friends and coworkers, with a trash bag to clear roadside trash while enjoying some fresh air and exercise. If you are […]
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Looking back on April 18: Savior dog dies, Auburn’s valuation growth, and Norway’s fine fishing
Looking Back for April 18, 2025
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Looking Back for April 14, 2025
100 years ago: 1925 “There will be a drastic change in the Lewiston police officers’ beats within the next week or 10 days. But one policeman is to remain at his present post after the new beats are assigned, it is said. Some of the special officers for traffic patrol and vacation officer’s duties will […]
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Aquarius: Map out your plan for the day and begin knocking things off your to-do list with a vengeance.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Abigail Breslin, 29; Sarah Michelle Gellar, 48; Adrien Brody, 52; Brad Garrett, 65. Happy Birthday: Put a strategy in place that helps you look, feel and do your best. Make changes to your routine that allow you to create a lifestyle that pushes you in a healthy direction. Join groups […]
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Woman about to share news of her surprise pregnancy
DEAR ABBY: My partner and I have been together more than five years now. He has two adult children. I learned two days ago that I am pregnant. At 43 years old, I didn’t think a child was in my future. But now that I’m pregnant, I couldn’t be happier. I’m cautiously excited because I […]
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Spring Harvest Supper Set to be hosted by Auburn church
DEAR SUN SPOTS: West Auburn Congregational Church at 811 West Auburn Road is hosting a Spring Harvest Supper on Saturday, May 17, 4:30-6 p.m. The menu includes turkey, ham, potatoes, sweet potatoes, squash, carrots, corn, rolls, beverages and desserts. The cost of the meal is $13 for adults and $5 for children ages 4 to […]