Read more about April 13, 1948, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 The Poland Spring House opens for the summer season on Monday, June 14th. The Mansion House and Riccar Inn have been open all winter, the mecca for many young people from out of the State who come for the winter sports. 50 […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inDear Abby
Gay couple struggle with family’s odd estrangement
DEAR ABBY: I’m a gay man. My husband and I have been together almost nine years, married less than one. Seven years ago, my mother-in-law decided I was no longer “allowed” to speak to her or her family. When my husband asked her why, she was unable to give him a clear answer but insists […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: It will help if you focus on what you want to achieve instead of comparing yourself to others.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Allison Williams, 35; Lorenzo Cain, 37; Rick Schroder, 53; Al Green, 77. Happy Birthday: Don’t knock yourself out trying to please someone who doesn’t appreciate you. Take a step back and focus on yourself for a change. Make changes at home that address issues of concern so you can get […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Supplements aren’t the best line of treatment for alcohol abuse
DEAR DR. ROACH: Are there any supplements that can help reduce alcohol abuse? — B.S. ANSWER: Alcohol abuse is an enormous problem, affecting over 100 million people worldwide in any given year, with three million deaths a year — for which there is no single solution. Recognizing that one has a problem is a critical, […]
Posted inSun Spots
Rumford Hospital Auxiliary, First Auburn Seniors Citizens announce sales
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Rumford Hospital Auxiliary will hold its Annual Yard and Tent Sale on Saturday, May 20. Donations such as indoor and outdoor furniture, household items, tools, books and puzzles are always in demand. We are unable to take large appliances or clothing. All proceeds are donated to the Rumford Hospital. Members of […]
Posted inEncore
Country Roads to play at Mixers on Friday
Country Roads will deliver modern country cover songs at their local best at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, April 14, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. The band plays songs by bands such as Jason Aldean, Luke Combs, Dierks Bentley, Cole Swindell, Brothers Osborne, and Thomas Rhett. There is no cover charge and plenty of […]
Posted inEncore
Dance group to share Earth Day performances along the Kennebec River
Three performances will be given moving from Augusta to Hallowell to Gardiner
Posted inEncore
The Court Jesters to play at Franco Center
The Court Jesters, a duo of John Hasnip and Tina Charest featuring vocals, guitar, and tambourine, will perform as part of the Cabaret Night Series at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 20, at The Franco Center in Lewiston. The duo performs all over the state of Maine and plays a diverse array of original music […]
Posted inEncore
It’s not just nonsense – it’s ‘Perfect Nonsense’
The Public Theatre to stage award-winning madcap British comedy
Posted inEncore, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Maine’s Got Talent coming to the Franco Center featuring American Idol talent Sierra Harris
Maine’s Got Talent will return April 22 after a three-year hiatus with a lineup including a performance by American Idol contestant and Gray resident Sierra Harris.