Dear Dr. Roach: What is an ectopic pregnancy? — SA Answer: “Ectopic” comes from the Greek roots meaning “out of place,” and that’s just what it is. A normal pregnancy is in the uterus (also called “womb”). The most common places for an ectopic pregnancy are along the path the ovum (egg) travels, meaning from […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: Find purpose in what you do, and it will give you peace of mind and make it easier for you to say no to offers that tempt you for the wrong reason.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Gabourey Sidibe, 39; George Clooney, 61; Tom Bergeron, 67; Willie Mays, 91. Happy Birthday: Turn your vision into something concrete. Trust and believe in yourself and what you have to offer, and call on people who can contribute and help you excel. Look at change as a new adventure, and […]
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Posted inSun Spots
Concern about nationwide infant formula shortage
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have heard about the nationwide baby formula shortage and I’m wondering why parents aren’t making their own formula like we used to do 60 years ago. My four babies thrived on a formula made with evaporated milk, water, and a small amount of Karo syrup. There are very specific directions how […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on May 5
100 Years Ago: 1922 Governor Baxter and staff, Senator Fernald, Congressman White, Prof. Arthur Rudman and other public and Young Men Christian Association notables will be present in Auburn tonight at the dedication of the new YMCA building. Justice Oakes will preside over the dedication exercises to be held in the gymnasium. Finishing touches were […]
Posted inDear Abby
Mom wonders how to reveal youngest son’s heritage
DEAR ABBY: I have a wonderful 12-year-old son, “Oliver,” who was conceived during a date rape at a work party. I don’t remember much about that night. When I found out I was pregnant, I hoped my husband at the time was the father. When the baby came, it was obvious he wasn’t, because Oliver […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Underlying problem needs to be identified
Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 65-year-old woman and have had pain in my right hip for more than a year. I have a normal body mass index. My general practitioner diagnosed trochanteric bursitis and recommended stretches plus Voltaren cream to reduce the pain. The stretching helped control the pain, but Voltaren cream did nothing […]
Posted inHoroscope
Virgo: Follow your gut feeling, and it will help you decide who you can trust and rely on to help you get things done.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Adele, 34; Henry Cavill, 39; Danielle Fishel, 41; Tina Yothers, 49. Happy Birthday: Put together a wish list and don’t spare details. Preparation will play an integral part in the way things unfold. You’ll tend to take on more than you can handle when keeping things concise and doable will […]
Posted inSun Spots
Lisbon United Methodist Church requests donations for fundraiser
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lisbon United Methodist Church located at 14 School St. in Lisbon Falls will once again be holding our Annual Plant and Shrub Sale on Sat. May 21 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. This sale, which also includes a bake sale along with the sale of Rada Cutlery, has become one […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Hallowell gallery’s Art2022 on display through May 28
A closing reception and awards ceremony is planned for May 20.
