100 Years Ago: 1922 Arab Patrol Drum Corps, Mystic Shrine will make its first public appearance at the Maine State Fair ceremonial next week resplendent in their new uniforms of scarlet and yellow. 50 Years Ago: 1972 (Sun Jornal photo) Please Mr. Motorists, watch out for us! That’s the plea of these youngsters and the […]
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inHoroscope
Taurus: Having everything in place before moving forward will give you the confidence to forge ahead with a plan you trust to help you reach your chosen destination.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Sara Ramirez, 47; Chris Tucker, 51; Zack Ward, 52; Richard Gere, 73. Happy Birthday: Be kind to yourself. Make alterations to your lifestyle. Use research as your direct link to the results you want to achieve. Participate, be part of the solution and help end situations that add stress and […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Coffee provides positive, albeit minimal, health benefits
DEAR DR. ROACH: I read on the internet that coffee is full of antioxidants. Is this true? — L.C. ANSWER: The simple answer is that yes, coffee has lots of antioxidants. At least six different families of antioxidant compounds are found in coffee that has been roasted and brewed, the way coffee is almost always […]
Posted inSun Spots
Tri-County Mental Health looking for a used Wii for a group
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I work for Tri-County Mental Health in Lewiston and have a group of people looking for a used Wii. If anyone has one they would be interested in donating, please contact me at 783-4672. — Norman, no town ANSWER: In the remote chance that no one comes forward with the Wii, I’ve […]
Posted inDear Abby
Sexual abuse continues to haunt family members
DEAR ABBY: Fifteen years ago, my husband’s sister told him their brother “Brad” had molested her when she was young. She had repressed it until revealing it to a therapist. Brad admitted doing it, but said it was because a parish priest showed him pornography. Brad gave her money to pay for her therapy. My […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Aug. 30
100 Years Ago: 1922 A report of Dr. Beals and Dr. Fairbanks, who are examining all the cows in Lewiston and vicinity for tubercular symptoms, shows that only one-half of percent of the animals treated have been found diseased. The total number examined up to date has been 781, and 4 of this number were […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aries: Personal growth, self-improvement and essential relationships will help you achieve what’s important to you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Andy Roddick, 40; Lisa Ling, 49; Cameron Diaz, 50; Michael Chiklis, 59. Happy Birthday: Concentrate on financial opportunities. An aggressive portfolio with a solid endgame will put your mind at ease. Don’t let missed opportunities bring you down; learn from the experience and push forward. A steady pace and a […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Longtime medication for osteoporis in need of a change
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have osteoporosis. My mother had it very badly, so I was screened and treated early. I’ve had a five-year-long Reclast prescription, and I worry about my chance of a femur fracture. My T-score for my hip is -3.4 and has worsened despite the Reclast. Prolia scares the heck out of me. […]
Posted inSun Spots
Recommendations requested for a will and a wedding officiant
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would like to draw up a new will. I realize that almost any law office is equipped to do this, however I would like to hear from another reader who has had a good experience and was charged a reasonable rate. I had a will done a number of years ago, […]
Posted inEncore
Buttonwood Trio benefit performance available online
The Buttonwood Trio performed in concert on Sunday, Aug. 7, at the Emery Community Arts Center in Farmington. The performance was a benefit concert with all donations – nearly $700 so far – going to help Ukrainian refugee children through Save the Children International. The recorded program can be viewed by going to the ArtsFarmington […]