Read more about March 1, 1923, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 The petition for the abatement of taxes on the Shiloh property in Durham has been refused by the county commissioners. Durham tax assessors last year placed a valuation of $14,000 on the 31 group of buildings on the Hill-top, which include […]
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Woman’s Literary Union accepting prom gowns for April 8 giveaway
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You can get a free dress for prom at the Woman’s Literary Union Prom Gown Giveaway on Saturday, April 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Foss Mansion, 19 Elm St. in Auburn. To schedule your fitting, go to https://tinyurl.com/2p8ha5t5 We thank everyone who has donated gowns. We have so […]
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Musician Marc Mailhot to entertain at La Rencontre luncheon at the Riverfront-Franco Center
Piano and vocal artist Marc Mailhot will provide the entertainment at La Rencontre, Riverfront-Franco-Center’s quarterly luncheon, on Thursday, March 9. The doors and bar will open at 10 a.m. and the meal will be served at 11:30 a.m. La Rencontre is not restricted to French speakers or those of Franco descent. “All are welcome to […]
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Duo to present Bach program at Oasis of Music
Mary Hunter, violin, and James Parakilas, piano, will perform chamber music at the Oasis of Music beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 1, at the new LA Arts gallery in Lewiston. Trinity Church, the traditional home of the Oasis of Music, is undergoing some interior renovations, and is planning to host programs again in […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Téada plans Opera House at Boothbay Harbor concert
A Téada concert is set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 4, at The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. in Boothbay Harbor. Celebrating 21 years as one of Ireland’s leading traditional bands with a worldwide reach, Téada has appeared as a frequent headliner at major music festivals throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, […]
Posted inDear Abby
Father and son are tired of hearing about their height
DEAR ABBY: My husband is 6 feet, 6 inches tall. My 19-year-old son is taller, at 6 feet, 7 inches. They loathe being asked how tall they are. There are times when they are proud of their height and others when they have felt self-conscious because it can be uncomfortable to “tower” over others. Often, […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Some meds can have dangerous interactions with grapefruit
DEAR DR. ROACH: Some prescription medications have a warning that they may have an interaction or reaction to grapefruit. Is it dangerous to continue to eat grapefruit even if you’re on these meds, or is that an overreaction of some kind? I love grapefruit, and it’s really hard to give it up. — D.K. ANSWER: […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Think matters through, precisely execute what you want to achieve and pull in experts to ensure things get done right the first time.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jason Aldean, 46; Ali Larter, 47; Eric Lindros, 50; Pat Monahan, 54. Happy Birthday: Take pride in what you do for others, and you will be offered the same courtesy in return. Step outside your comfort zone if it will help you bring about positive change. Charm and hands-on help […]
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Looking Back on Feb. 28: ‘Maine Milling and Mfg. to build plant in Auburn’
Read more about Feb. 28, 1973, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 The lighthouse tenders at Seaport, Zizania and Hibiscus today completed breaking a channel through the ice to the coal wharf here. The steamer, Ripogenus, with cargo, was within two miles of the dock, and gradually working her way in. The tenders […]
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Mexico church hosting traditional New England boiled dinner Saturday
DEAR SUN SPOTS: A public supper will be served at 5 p.m. Saturday, March 4, at the Mexico Congregational Church, UCC (the Green Church); 163 Main St. The meal will be a traditional New England boiled dinner with ham, turnip, cabbage, carrots, onions, red potatoes and biscuits, with pies for dessert. The price is $12 […]