Country cover band Fireball Creek takes the stage at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, July 8, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. The 5-piece band adds their own twist of energy to the songs they cover. Band members Chase Jobe (vocals/acoustic guitar), Glen Foss (drums), Mike Fox (guitar), Mike Dozois (guitar), and Dave Perreault (bass). There […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inDear Abby
Married woman’s epiphany opens path to a new life
DEAR ABBY: I have been married for two decades to a man who is incapable of connecting with anyone. It didn’t become apparent until after we were married. He is very good at surface relationships but cannot go deeper than that. Because of this, he abused, isolated and ignored me. He didn’t realize he was […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Your blood thinner may have its roots in a field of cows
Dear Dr. Roach: I’m taking the blood thinner Eliquis. I wonder if I can stop taking it and go on something natural, like tea or something else. Thank you. — M.K. Answer: Please don’t. Long ago, farmers noticed that cows were dying from internal bleeding if they ate sweet clover hay that had stayed damp […]
Posted inHoroscope
Virgo: Look for ways to improve what you can offer, and move forward quickly. Put pressure on anyone who tries to hold you back.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kevin Hart, 43; Tia Mowry, 44; Tamera Mowry, 44; Sylvester Stallone, 76. Happy Birthday: Take your time, think matters through and keep things in perspective. The decisions you make will impact your life as well as other people. Show compassion, and put thought and energy behind your promises. Precision, attention […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on July 6
100 Years Ago: 1922 Phillip Sirois of Lewiston caught a four- and one-half pound salmon and six smaller fish at Lake Auburn Tuesday. The salmon was entered in the E.S. Baribault prize fishing contest and is the largest fish recorded to date. 50 Years Ago: 1972 A special meeting of the Auburn School Committees will […]
Posted inSun Spots
Mother looking for free, low-cost summer activities for children
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have three daughters ages 9 through 12. As a single mom, I’d like to find some fun, free or inexpensive activities to do with them this summer, either at home or nearby when I’m not working. We live in Lisbon and I’m very mindful of spending money on a lot of […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
‘The Lightning Thief’ to be staged July 14-24
The Monmouth Community Players plan to stage “The Lightning Thief,” a Percy Jackson musical, at Oak Hill High School, 56 School Road in Wales. Show times are 7:30 p.m. July 14-16,21 and 22 and matinees are set for 2 p.m. July 17, 23 and 24. At the helm of this production are Mary Melquist as […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Rangeley Outdoor Concert Series are set for Mondays
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts plans to host a free Outdoor Concert Series at 7 p.m. on Mondays in July and August at Haley Pond Park gazebo. Bring a chair and enjoy music in the park. In case of rain the concert will be held at the RFA Lakeside Theater, 2493 Main St in […]
Posted inDear Abby
Grandparents have opinions on what’s best for young man
DEAR ABBY: Our 26-year-old, college-educated grandson, “Ethan,” crashed his company car and was arrested for DWI and possession of more than a gram of cocaine. His mother hired a lawyer, posted bond and is taking full charge of the situation. Ethan lost his responsible job, and his girlfriend kicked him out. He has a sizable […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Is coffee the enemy when it comes to preserving height?
Dear Dr. Roach: I am a woman, age 68. When I was 12 years old, I was 5 feet, 5 inches tall. Now I am 4 feet, 8 inches tall. I have scoliosis plus degenerative arthritis of the spine and walk bent over. While walking with a retired doctor, I mentioned that I am not […]