Read more about April 17, 1923, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 Miss Verna Mclver and Francis Pike have been awarded the elementary certificate by the Underwood Typewriter Co. for proficiency in writing 30 to 40 words per minute. 50 Years Ago: 1973 (Photo By Sun Journal) A special ecumnical Good Friday service is […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Recovering addict seen smoking weed on camera
DEAR ABBY: My fiance and I have been together for six years. We are in our late 40s. He’s a recovering alcoholic and former drug user from his late teens into his early 20s. He hasn’t touched drugs for 21 years. He often talked to people about his recovery, and I was beyond proud of […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Nubs that emerged inside mouth thought to be new teeth
DEAR DR. ROACH: What causes the growth of new teeth at my current age? I am a 74-year-old woman in good medical health except for a transient ischemic attack (TIA). Generally, I feel well and keep active. I noticed nubs behind my lower front teeth — two on each side — about three to four […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Gather all the details before you sign up for something.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rooney Mara, 38; Jennifer Garner, 51; Liz Phair, 56; Sean Bean, 64. Happy Birthday: Pay more attention to what’s happening around you. Don’t buy into someone else’s dream when you have your own. Look for opportunities that touch your heart and encourage you to make a difference in your community. […]
Posted inSun Spots
Free at-home COVID-19 test kits available through Project ACT until May 11
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Are we still able to get free at-home COVID-19 tests? I heard someone say they will be going away soon or have already. — No name, no town ANSWER: At this time, you can still order free COVID-19 tests here: https://www.accesscovidtests.org/. It’s easy and you can get a set of five. This […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
MCP ups the ante with the cast of ‘Guys and Dolls’
The Monmouth Community Players plans to stage “Guys and Dolls” April 21-30 at the historic Cumston Hall, at 796 Main St. Monmouth. Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. on April 21, 22, 28 and 29, and at 2 p.m. on April 23, 24, 29 and 30. The play will be presented through special arrangement with […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Children’s Discovery Museum to present the Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers
The Stage at the Children’s Discovery Museum, 7 Eustis Parkway in Waterville, will present the Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22. Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers is a puppetry troupe is based in Bar Harbor and comprised of three siblings, brothers Erik and Brian Torbeck and sister Robin (Torbeck) Erlandsen. Founded in 2000, the […]
Posted inDear Abby
Longtime friendship broken by a caring act
DEAR ABBY: I am heartbroken over the loss of my best friend of more than 30 years. “Barb” and I met in college. We live and are raising our families in the same city and are godmothers to each other’s children. My children and hers have grown up together and are best friends. My friendship […]
Posted inHoroscope
Taurus: Take the initiative, lend a helping hand and set an excellent example for others.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jon Cryer, 58; Martin Lawrence, 58; Ellen Barkin, 69; Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 76. Happy Birthday: Slow down, double-check your work and focus on the people who worry you. Look for alternative ways to deal with shared expenses and joint ventures. Back away from anyone who limits what you can do or […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
21st Annual Plunkett Maine Poetry Festival set for Augusta
AUGUSTA — The 21st Annual Plunkett Maine Poetry Festival, featuring keynote poet Molly McCully Brown, award winning poet and essayist, will being at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 28, at the Bennett D. Katz Library, UMA Augusta Campus, 46 University Drive. This event is free and open to the public, however, seating is limited. To register and […]