DEAR SUN SPOTS: You had a woman ask for a microwave “bag” to warm her feet in bed (Feb. 17 Sun Spots). My sister-in-law, Louise Decoteau, makes the very best rice bags. You can get small or big sizes and her prices are very reasonable. She can make whatever size you like. I pop them […]
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Joshua Davis concert set for Strand Theatre
A Joshua Davis concert is planned for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, at Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., Rockland. The Michigan singer-songwriter excels at connecting with live audiences, nourishing their souls with his blend of folk, blues, jazz, ragtime, and country sounds. Tickets cost $15 in advance or $18 day of show. For tickets, or […]
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Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Chocolate Church Arts Center to host Anni Clark
Anni Clark will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, in the Annex of the Chocolate Church Art Center, 804 Washington St. in Bath. The Maine native traveled full-time for 23 years with her six- and 12-string guitars, her own songs, and her passion for connecting with audiences of all ages. With […]
Posted inDear Abby
Betrayal shatters marriage at beginning of retirement
DEAR ABBY: I’m in mourning for my husband. He’s still alive, but he up and left six months ago and sent me a text saying he’s done. He is living with another woman. I didn’t see it coming. We were planning our retirement move up to our cabin. One weekend he kicked me out of […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Feb. 21: ‘Wilton vs. Jay in Franklin County title tilt’
Read more about Feb. 21, 1948, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 Miss Bunny Evans, an employee of the Ault-Williamson Company, Auburn, was elected queen of the Auburn carnival in the contest: which ended at noon Wednesday, The carnival opens Thursday for three days. Miss Evans sprang into the lead only a few […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Higher frequency of migraine headaches calls for medication
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 82-year-old woman in good health. Last May, I began having migraine headaches preceded by an aura two to three times a week. They’re not as severe as they were when I was younger, but I hadn’t been having more than one or two a year since I was in my […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Compromising and finding unique ways to get along with others will make your life easier.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Elliot Page, 36; Jennifer Love Hewitt, 44; William Baldwin, 60; Kelsey Grammer, 68. Happy Birthday: Dream on, but don’t lose sight of reality. Truth matters; offering false information will cost you emotionally. Let your uniqueness shine through. You’ll find a cost-efficient way to forge ahead. Expand your awareness and spread […]
Posted inSun Spots
Online ads promising government will pay seniors’ funeral costs are a scam
DEAR SUN SPOTS: There are times when online I see advertisements stating that the government will pay for funeral costs for seniors. I am asking if this is a scam. I have wondered for a long time, therefore I am writing to you to clear it up. Thank you for your kindness for answering my […]
Posted inDear Abby
Professionals show concern for woman’s safety and life
DEAR ABBY: Regarding “Baffled in Iowa” (Nov. 4), it appears the letter writer’s friend may be in danger. As you stated, the man her friend became involved with is “more than a little controlling.” At the least, this woman, once located by social services or police, needs a welfare check — i.e., a serious look […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Feb. 20: ‘Maine coast towns under ice embargo’
Read more about Feb. 20, 1923, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 The announcement that Mrs. S.F. Harms, who has just returned from a year of travel in Spain, is going to give a talk on her experiences with the Spanish people next Sunday has been enthusiastically received. All the girls are welcome […]