DEAR ABBY: I have been married for close to a year, and in this short time I’ve seen a side of my wife I’ve never seen before. Although I met her during a period of sobriety, she drinks now. The problem is what she does when she drinks. On one occasion, she was supposed to […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: An innovative approach will plant seeds and give others a chance to see the possibilities. Invest more time and money in yourself, your future and new prospects.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Katie Cassidy, 36; Jerry Ferrara, 43; Christina Applegate, 51; Bruno Tonioli, 67. Happy Birthday: A reasonable attitude will help you win every time. Refuse to let outside influences dictate what happens to you this year. Stick to your schedule, regardless of the direction others take. Have confidence in yourself, and […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Osteoporosis meds must be paused before oral surgery
DEAR DR. ROACH: Help! I am caught in a feud between my primary care doctor and my oral surgeon. For a number of years, I have been on Prolia for osteopenia. About a year ago, I had to have a tooth pulled; my oral surgeon said I must be off Prolia for at least four […]
Posted inSun Spots
Reader thankful to have Marine veteran’s name on park monument
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I want to thank you for all you do for us. You gave me information that was especially helpful when I wanted to know how to have a name put on a monument at the Veterans Memorial Park in Lewiston. My man was a proud Marine in the war and now I […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Ceramicist’s work to be displayed starting Dec. 2 at Bridgton gallery
BRIDGTON — Guest artist Guenola Lefeuvre’s “Textured Porcelain” work is scheduled to be on display Friday, Dec. 2, through Monday, Jan. 2, at Gallery 302 at 112 Main St. A meet and greet reception in Guenola’s honor is set for 5-7 p.m. Dec. 2. Guenola creates ceramic pieces, organic in form, which are inspired by […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Nov. 24: ‘A driver best be on his toes (and his brake pedal)’
Read more about Nov. 24, 1972, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1922 The one-act farce, “Twelve Old Maids,” given by Minot Corner grange members for evening packed the hall to capacity, a great many coming from Lewiston and Auburn. It was an appreciative audience, too, and the local hits introduced, the ridiculous costumes, […]
Posted inDear Abby
Man’s opinion on women spark readers rebuttals
DEAR ABBY: I would like to respond to “Ready To Bail in New Jersey” (Sept. 1), who was complaining about women being on their phones all the time. Does this man have any idea how much information and communication is shared electronically now? Work emails, school emails, group texts about various kid activities, and even […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Look at situations clearly and make an honest assessment of what’s possible. Refuse to let anyone rope you into a scheme that has dubious implications.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Sarah Hyland, 32; Katherine Heigl, 44; Colin Hanks, 45; Pete Best, 81. Happy Birthday: A broad smile, warm handshake and an abundance of enthusiasm will help carry you through the year. Your infectious personality and determination will be a force that’s difficult to match. Well-executed plans will prove to be […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Price of Restasis eye drops jumps 200% in just one year
DEAR DR. ROACH: My wife, who’s 72, has had very dry eyes for a long time, so she uses Restasis (cyclosporine emulsion 0.05%) eye drops. Her co-pay (after meeting the deductible) last year was around $150 for a three-month supply. This year, it is around $450 (only a small change in the deductible with the […]
Posted inSun Spots
Reader asks for a column on money-saving tips to combat inflation
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have read this column since we moved to Mechanic Falls in 1986 and I always find interesting items in the letters published. My favorite question was when Ms. Sun Spots asked for money-saving ideas. The column was full of all kinds of ideas and it became a regular separate feature in […]