Read more about Oct. 27, 1922, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1922 A jolly Hallowe’en Party took place Thursday afternoon in the parlors of the Y.W.C.A. Each member of the Busy Bee Corps of Girl Reserves invited one guest and a happy group of about forty girls assembled. 50 Years Ago: 1972 Dust […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Depressed mom can’t overcome grief about her empty nest
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been married for 22 years. Our son is leaving for Marine boot camp the day after his 18th birthday. He will be a third-generation Marine, and we are extremely proud of him. He will be stationed in California, several states away from us. Our soon-to-be 21-year-old daughter graduated from college, and we […]
Aquarius: Don’t sign up for something that compromises you mentally, emotionally or financially. Focus on health and well-being by starting a fitness routine that makes you look and feel your best
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kelly Osbourne, 38; Patrick Fugit, 40; Peter Firth, 69; John Cleese, 83. Happy Birthday: Push forward with a positive attitude, and you’ll reach your destination and have plenty of memories to share. Test your skills, and you’ll discover a way to use your attributes enjoyably. Make personal gain, self-improvement and […]
Patient with GBS should get vaccine rather than risk infection
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 73-year-old female with atrial fibrillation (AFib) who recently had a pacemaker implant and has been doing well since. I also have a thyroid gland disorder, and I’m taking daily medication treatments for both my thyroid and heart. Over 20 years ago, I was hospitalized and diagnosed with Guillain-Barre syndrome […]
Turner craft fair still has tables available
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Turner Center Universalist Church on Route 117 is having a Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. We have tables to rent for $15. We will host crafters, have a white elephant sale, offer baked goods, and serve a light lunch. If you want to rent […]
Midcoast Symphony Orchestra kicks off season with soloist Chiharu Naruse
The Midcoast Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Rohan Smith, returns to the stage for its 33rd concert season with performances in Lewiston and Topsham on Saturday, Oct. 29, and Sunday, Oct. 30. The orchestra welcomes soloist Chiharu Naruse performing Piano Concerto No. 2 by Russian composer Shostakovich. Smith said the concerto is “undoubtedly one of his […]
‘Rocky Horror Show LIVE!’ on stage at CLT
Cast members, from left, Hannah Hanson, Wrenby Mafyrneen, Sarah Poulin and Quinn Murray strike a pose during rehearsal for the rock and roll musical classic “Rocky Horror Show LIVE!” presented this weekend at Community Little Theatre in Auburn. The show will be performed starting at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 27-29. An […]
Lemieux – Whitney wedding
Katherine Lemieux and Christopher Whitney are announcing their marriage The couple was married on Sept. 4, 2022, at Sugarloaf Mountain. The ceremony was officiated by Maria Berube, aunt of the bride, followed by a cocktail hour at ”The Beach” at Sugarloaf. The wonderful reception followed and was held in the King Pine Room, with dinner […]
Divorcee’s dating life has been a roller coaster ride
DEAR ABBY: Since my divorce, I have started dating again. I was seeing a firefighter until I realized he was married with kids. Yes, I was angry with him for hiding the truth from me from the start. Then I started dating another guy I thought was the one for me. I even had him […]
Looking Back on Oct. 26: ‘First woman jury foreman named by Justice Wilson’
100 Years Ago: 1922 Stephens High School in Rumford is the recipient of a splendid gift of a Clapp-Eastham Radio Machine and outfit from Glendon W. Stephens, son of John E. Stephens, for whom the school was named. The machine has been installed and the students are enthusiastic over the prospect of knowing more about […]