Read more about April 7, 1923, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 Eighteen members of the Auburn Friday club were entertained at a luncheon at the Elm House yesterday by Mrs. Willis Snow. The tables were prettily decorated with potted plants, and pinks, the club flower. There were also dainty favors. After the […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Grandma required to treat newcomer as one of her own
DEAR ABBY: My son is in a relationship with “Cheryl.” They live together. Cheryl has a daughter and is demanding that I treat the girl as one of my granddaughters. I have bought birthday presents, Christmas gifts and generally spend the same amount on all the kids. But I have been told that Cheryl doesn’t […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Relentless pain occuring after a biopsy calls for a specialist
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a 72-year-old male friend in excellent health. Approximately six months ago, he had difficulty breathing and subsequently had fluid drained from his left lung. He worked with asbestos in his earlier years, so a biopsy was performed, with benign results. The surgeon who performed the surgery told him that his […]
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Don’t let anyone take advantage of you or bully you into something that cuts into time spent with loved ones.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Russell Crowe, 59; Jackie Chan, 69; John Oates, 75; Francis Ford Coppola, 84. Happy Birthday: Listen carefully and decide what others want from you before you agree. Strive for equality in your relationships with others, and you’ll maintain balance and find it easier to reach your goals this year. Open […]
Posted inSun Spots
Nominations, sponsors sought for Golden Paw Humane Awards ceremony
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Greater Androscoggin Humane Society would love to hear if you know a child or teen who loves animals and can’t do enough to help them. This is an open call for nominations for a child or teen (under 18 years of age) to be considered for our Future Hero Award to be […]
Posted inEncore
Local artists’ work featured in CMMC gallery
The work of two well-known local artists, Joyce Coyne and Kate Cargile, is on display in the Woman’s Hospital Association Rotating Art Gallery at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston. Joyce Coyne’s work is recognizable for the light and airy style she has been known for during her art career. Having been involved in art […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on April 6: ‘Gendron questions gang suspected of ransacking Livermore camps, homes’
Read more about April 6, 1948, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 The widely heralded University of Maine band will conduct their “Pop Concert” in Lewiston City hall Friday night. This has been an annual event and one anticipated with great interest each year by local alumni and friends of the state college. […]
Posted inDear Abby
Man meets the love of his life while married to someone else
DEAR ABBY: I am married, but my wife and I are unhappy and have been for years. We grew apart after 17 years. We tried counseling multiple times; it only reinforces the decision to divorce. I have had two affairs. One lasted six months; the other on and off for the past nine months. The […]
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: Stick to a budget and control habits that can slow you down or cost you your reputation.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Eliza Coupe, 42; Candace Cameron Bure, 47; Zach Braff, 48; Paul Rudd, 54. Happy Birthday: Let your intuition and feelings lead the way, and you’ll discover unexpected opportunities that offer a better lifestyle and better relationships. Channel your energy into your surroundings and ensure you have the level of comfort […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Bridgton gallery to host talk about abstract art April 13
BRIDGTON — Richard Allen, an artist from Sebago, is set to give a presentation on abstract art at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 13, at Gallery 302 at 112 Main St. The theme of his talk is expressed in a quotation by painter Fairfield Porter: “The important thing for critics to remember is the subject matter […]