Junior Scottish fiddle champion and Oasis favorite Owen Kennedy will perform at the Oasis of Music beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at Trinity Church in Lewiston. The Maine fiddler is a seventeen-year-old award-winning musician whose love of traditional music and enthusiasm for performing has captivated audiences from San Diego to the Shetland […]
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‘Witches’ returns for Halloween fun at 49 Franklin
Do you have a wacky aunt, or grandmother that you just adore? Then you’ll love the Halloween event planned at 1 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30, at 49 Franklin in Rumford. 49 Franklin presents “Fun and Magic With The Witches of 49 Franklin.” They’re zany, wacky, and downright lovable! The witches of 49 Franklin are […]
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Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Oct. 24: ‘Asked ‘for last kiss and I gave it to him’ — Mary’
Read more about Oct. 24, 1922, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1922 A meeting of the Lewiston and Auburn Business and Professional Woman’s club was held last evening at the Y.W.C.A. building Lewiston with about 60 present. Ten new members were voted in. It was also voted to accept an invitation from the […]
Posted inDear Abby
Disappointed in love, but making all the right moves
DEAR ABBY: I am an out gay Black man. Several weeks ago, the man I have had a crush on told me he’s now in a relationship. While I’m happy for him, I can’t help feeling somewhat resentful because I wanted to be with him. I haven’t dated anyone since my last relationship ended seven […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Male friend reluctant to receive advice regarding his prostate
DEAR DR. ROACH: I recently had a health scare about my prostate, but fortunately, I was able to get it treated successfully. Because of my close call (I was diagnosed with a moderately aggressive prostate cancer and was apparently cured by surgery), I encourage my male friends to seek medical advice for prostate issues. But […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Work diligently to ensure you have left nothing undone or open for criticism. Stick close to home and steer clear of anyone trying to pick a fight.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shenae Grimes, 33; Eliza Taylor, 33; B.D. Wong, 62; Kevin Kline, 75. Happy Birthday: Take the mystery out of what’s possible by doing your research and mapping out a solid plan. A unique approach that gives you carte blanche to oversee every detail will put your mind at ease and […]
Posted inSun Spots
Holiday Craft and Rummage Sale set for Saturday
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Barker Mill Arms, located at 143 Mill St. in Auburn, is having a Holiday Craft and Rummage Sale on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a cookie buffet, white elephant table and a door prize. Parking will be “assistant directed” to available reserved parking spaces. — […]
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Dad reverses curse on gift after political disagreement
DEAR ABBY: For my 50th birthday 10 years ago, my father, with whom I have had a tumultuous relationship, gave me cherished rings as gifts. One was my grandmother’s and the other was my grandfather’s, both of whom are deceased. This was at a time when we were in a good place, and it meant […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: Hold your thoughts until you verify facts. Refuse to get caught in someone’s drama. Focus on what you can do to bring about positive results.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Amandla Stenberg, 24; Ryan Reynolds, 46; Cat Deeley, 46; “Weird Al” Yankovic, 63. Happy Birthday: Channel your energy wisely this year, and you’ll make worthwhile gains. A smart investment or lowering your overhead will ease stress and encourage you to do the things you enjoy and walk away from situations […]
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Chapter 23: Death warrant signed by governor
The gory tumult of the hanging of convicted murderer John Gordon caused then-Gov. Nelson Dingley Jr.’s Executive Board on July 6, 1875, to vote 4-3 to commute Lowell’s sentence to life in prison. With that, Lowell no longer faced the gallows.