100 Years Ago: 1922 The frost at Minot Center destroyed all the corn left standing the past week. 50 Years Ago: 1972 (from an Oct. 2 Journal photo) Lewiston’s high school is more than 60 percent completed and the size of the building — the largest single educational building in Maine — is most impressive. […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inHoroscope
Sagittarius: Look for opportunities that let you use your physical skills and qualifications to bring about positive change. An older relative or friend will concern you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Brie Larson, 33; Zach Galifianakis, 53; Esai Morales, 60; Julie Andrews, 87. Happy Birthday: Emotions will be at a premium this year. Use your energy wisely, and you’ll come out on top. Don’t stray from the truth or your plans. Staying on track and doing your best to avoid interference […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Woman’s living arrangement includes surprise roommate
DEAR ABBY: I was in a relationship that abruptly ended because he cheated. We didn’t have kids, so I moved in with my parents until I was able to get back on my feet and eventually moved out. Because I couldn’t afford a place on my own, I asked several friends about rooming together, including […]
Posted inEncore
Jim Gallant to perform at Oasis of Music
Singer-songwriter and accomplished guitarist Jim Gallant returns to the Oasis of Music beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 5, at Trinity Church in Lewiston. For this performance, Gallant will be treating the audience with a mix of originals and covers, both songs and instrumentals. Whether he’s finger picking a Celtic jig, a New Age […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Sept. 30
100 Years Ago: 1922 The Salvation Army will hold its annual Harvest festival, today, Sunday and Monday at its hall on Middle Street. The hall decorations are of fruits and farm products. Even live chickens and eggs are included. All these things have been contributed by the farmers and merchants of the two cities, and […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: You’ll be privy to information that will help you bring about positive change. Attend a seminar, conference or reunion that offers memories and a chance to reconnect with someone.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Lyric Ross, 19; Katrina Law, 37; Lacey Chabert, 40; Jenna Elfman, 51. Happy Birthday: Explore every possibility. Discuss your interests and how you want to live your life with anyone you are hoping will join you. Being on the same page as those you feel most akin to will help […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Length of dual anti-platelet therapy depends on risk factors
DEAR DR. ROACH: I had a surprise heart attack two months ago. (I have no family history of heart attack, and my blood pressure and cholesterol numbers were good.) My right coronary artery was 100% blocked, and a drug-eluting stent was inserted. Thankfully, there was no heart damage, and other arteries are fine. I am […]
Posted inDear Abby
Woman hid her cheating while cheating boyfriend was jailed
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend and I have been involved for five years. He was sentenced to prison for 3 1/2 years. Before he left, we had a really rocky relationship. He cheated on me with multiple women, some of whom he continued on with during his prison sentence. I was pregnant when he went away, […]
Posted inSun Spots
Rummage sale, school garden cleaning are on fall calendars
DEAR SUN SPOTS: It’s rummage sale time at St. Catherine of Sienna Church in Norway. On Saturday, Oct. 22, from 9 to 11:30 a.m., there will be new-to-you clothes for the family, or household items and linens at prices that won’t break the budget.At 11 a.m. people can fill a bag for $1. It’s surprising […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
The Harp Twins will perform a Halloween concert in Rumford
Identical twin harpists Camille and Kennerly Kitt, known as the Harp Twins, will perform in concert at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 9, at 49 Franklin in Rumford. The concert is for all-ages and full of spooky songs and comedy, as well as rock and metal favorites. There will be a free meet and greet […]