DEAR SUN SPOTS: Are there any nonprofit organizations in need of donations for a yard/garage sale? — No name, Lewiston ANSWER: I’m sure there will be many yard sales popping up over the spring and summer. You may, however, need to deliver your things to the location of the sale. In the meantime, check out […]
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on April 26
100 Years Ago: 1922 The clock on Lewiston city hall will be turned ahead on Sunday to conform with the daylight savings time adopted by mills and factories of Lewiston 50 Years Ago: 1972 Retired Auburn Fire Chief Vincent R. Giberti has been hired by the Maine Insurance Division as a fire investigator. He is […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Teen son struggles after family’s move to new state
DEAR ABBY: Because of frustration with our state’s substantial COVID restrictions and our teen son’s struggles with remote learning, we moved to another state. At the time, our son was excited to move (we kept asking him to make sure). However, we are now nearly through the school year and he still hasn’t made new […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Fresh fruits and vegetables provide needed vitamins
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 62-year-old female. After about two weeks (sometimes less) of taking water-soluble vitamin supplements, I experience severe abdominal discomfort or a burning sensation. It feels like I either have a UTI or a vaginal infection. I also experienced the same symptoms taking collagen. It doesn’t matter which form or brand […]
Posted inHoroscope
Sagittarius: A handout will come with hidden costs. Until you know what you want and what’s best for you, sit tight.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jemima Kirke, 37; Channing Tatum, 42; Tom Welling, 45; Kevin James, 57. Happy Birthday: Tune into what’s going on around you, and you will connect with the right people at an advantageous moment. Flawless vision will keep you in step and ensure that you take advantage of what’s available to […]
Posted inSun Spots
Lilies and ground cover plants offered to interested gardeners
DEAR SUN SPOTS: With spring planting beginning, I would like to help everyone out with some very useful perennials to fill in a spot or two that is an eyesore, or a spot you just don’t want to mow! I have many clumps of Star of Bethlehem (white flowers), lots of traditional single orange day […]
Posted inDear Abby
Man uses wife’s infidelity to forge an online persona
DEAR ABBY: I ended my 24-year marriage after learning my wife, in addition to several one-night stands, had an affair with a married couple for nine years. She also gave me an STI. I was faithful, though I admit to being difficult to live with. We were unable to agree on parenting, finances, health, fitness, […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on April 25
100 Years Ago: 1922 The Lion that has guarded the Court Street entrance of the County Building was removed to a storage house Monday. No other ornament will adorn the entrance. Marble slabs will be placed at each side of the entrance instead. 50 Years Ago: 1972 “Tickets are still available for the annual Policeman’s […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Limited data available on probiotic use to prevent disease
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have started a long-term treatment taking a “cocktail” of four different antibiotics (Bactrim, Rifadin, Zithromax and Myambutol). I have been advised that I may suffer gastrointestinal side effects because this group of antibiotics will not only be killing bacteria related to my MAC (mycobacterium avium complex) infection, but will also be […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Think outside the box, and you’ll come up with a unique plan that can address a broader number of existing problems.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jason Lee, 52; Renee Zellweger, 53; Hank Azaria, 58; Al Pacino, 82. Happy Birthday: Show compassion and understanding for others, and offer hands-on help. What you do will make a difference, and it will change how you see things moving forward. Participation will open doors to new opportunities. You can […]