Read more about Dec. 6, 1922, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1922 The Ladies’ Aid of the M.E. Church will hold their annual Christmas sale at the grange hall Friday evening with the usual fine display of fancy articles, fruits, vegetables, candles, and pop corn balls on sale. A supper will be served […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Generous reader offers Christmas tree, ornament collection
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a large number of Christmas ornaments, lights, candles, wreaths and similar items I would like to give away — for free — before the holiday. They are in containers, with an estimated total volume of 12-plus cubic feet. In addition, there is an artificial tree, and a couple of large […]
Immunological therapy more reasonable for case of lymphoma
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 86-year-old woman who was recently diagnosed with follicular lymphoma, stage 3A. It was discovered on a CAT scan when I went to the ER for diverticulitis. I have no symptoms. The doctor did a biopsy to confirm, and I had a PET scan as well. I feel good otherwise. […]
Woman will no longer accept relative’s abusive behavior
DEAR ABBY: I have a sister in-law, “Karen,” no one in my husband’s family likes. She’s rude and insulting and acts like she is better than everyone else. She feels she’s entitled to have family members watch her kids so she can do what she wants. (If you refuse, she drops the kids off at […]
Taurus: Take a step back from any situation you face, and think before you share your thoughts. Keep your money and possessions in a safe place and say no to temptation.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Frankie Muniz, 37; Amy Acker, 46; Margaret Cho, 54; John Rzeznik, 57. Happy Birthday: Look for solutions that will help ward off conflicts. Aim to remain calm and build an environment that is mellow and rich with information, creativity and physical activity. Keep the momentum flowing and the excitement and […]
Looking Back on Dec. 5: ‘Flames level Forster MFG. Strong plant’
Read more about Dec. 5, 1947, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1922 The Lewiston W. C. T. U. will hold its annual meeting Thursday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hamel at the City farm. Members will take the two o’clock Lisbon car at the head of the street. Mr. Hamel […]
Readers reminisce and offer thanks to Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Some years ago you printed my request in your column regarding donating boxes of sheet music that my deceased wife had collected over the many years of teaching piano lessons to local kids. I remember eight of these boxes went to the Auburn School Department for their musical instruction. One heavy box […]
Friendship with Doctor’s wife puts patient in tough spot
DEAR ABBY: For several years, I have gone to a medical specialist I’ll call “Eric” for certain issues. Eric’s wife, “Nina,” and I were very close friends. Our families celebrated holidays and special occasions together. However, over the course of our friendship, Nina shared many details about their personal lives with me. They are now […]
Aries: Engage in pursuits that offer wisdom and experience, and connect with people in the know and eager to explore new pastimes and possibilities.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Tyra Banks, 49; Jay-Z, 53; Marisa Tomei, 58; Jeff Bridges, 73. Happy Birthday: An optimistic attitude and patience will help you process and deal with whatever comes your way this year. Break down the cost, time and energy required to improve your life, relationships and how you handle your money. […]
No ‘fairy godmother,’ Ms. Sun Spots celebrates 50 years of advice, support and community connections
From pie recipes, to lost rings and stinky feet, the daily column has been offering advice and networking helpful readers for half a century.