DEAR SUN SPOTS: I had written to you last fall regarding the replicas of the Turner Center Creamery and the Turner Twin Bridge. These were built by a gentleman in town named Del Sennett and were displayed in the Turner Bicentennial Parade in 1986. They were later placed on town property for everyone to enjoy. […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
One Longfellow Square to host Le Vent Du Nord
Le Vent Du Nord will perform at 8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 27, at One Longfellow Square, 181 State St., in Portland. Those who attend will hear globally infused tunes that include button accordion, guitar and fiddle from an act that is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. They’ve got 11 albums, including the brand new […]
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Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Feb. 22
100 Years Ago: 1922 Members of the Stanton Bird Club who went to Thorncrag yesterday morning found two suet cages empty and the feeding boxes in need of food. Many tracks showed visits of many birds. Pine grosbeaks, downy woodpeckers, chickadees, crows and partridges were seen as well as a saucy gray squirrel. 50 Years […]
Posted inDear Abby
Best friend feels uneasy as wedding bells approach
DEAR ABBY: My best friend, “Sophie,” just became engaged to her longtime boyfriend, “Brian.” I want to be happy for her, but he doesn’t deserve her. She knows it, but she won’t leave. My problem is, I may very well be asked to be maid of honor at her wedding, and I dread the idea […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Time to check lungs and blood for cause of shortness of breath
Dear Dr. Roach: I am an 82-year-old male and started experiencing shortness of breath about 14 months ago. The condition continues to deteriorate. I’ve had an echo stress test, nuclear stress test, pulmonary test, chest X-ray and CT scans, all coming back negative. Recently, a cardiac CT scan showed blockage in two arteries: 70% in […]
Posted inHoroscope
Virgo: Assist those who require help and look on the bright side of any situation
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Drew Barrymore, 47; Thomas Jane, 53; Jeri Ryan, 54; Kyle MacLachlan, 63. Happy Birthday: A positive approach to life, love and happiness starts by following your passion. Take hold of your future, and delve into something that brings you joy. Explore your talents and express your desires. Take a leap […]
Posted inSun Spots
Employee seeks advice on getting a W-2 form to file tax return
DEAR SUN SPOTS: What can an employee in Maine do to receive their W-2? It seems my employer is not in any hurry to give us one, nor does he seem to intend to. What recourse do we have? — No name, no town ANSWER: Well, that’s not good. I trust you have communicated to […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Dave Mallett plans Concert at Somerset Abbey
A Dave Mallett concert is set for 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26, at Somerset Abbey, 98 Main St., in Madison. AmericanaFolk-MusicMaine-Musicians Mallett, a treasure of a man and a true troubadour from Maine, will sing his classics and some new ones as well. The cool breezes of Maine’s northlands have flowed through the songs of […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Feb. 21
100 Years Ago: 1922 The Jolly Sisters Club of Liberty Rebekah will hold a Valentine dance this evening at Abou Ben Adhem Hall, Main Street. The committee has made plans for everyone to have a jolly time. 50 Years Ago: 1972 Walter Winchell, the fast-talking song-and-dance man who became a newscaster on radio, died in […]
Posted inDear Abby
Mother’s desire to unplug from world sparks backlash
DEAR ABBY: I am a single, stay-at-home mom of a special needs 14-year-old. I also take care of my elderly father. When life starts to overwhelm me, I tend to isolate myself to focus on taking care of my son and Dad and taking care of my mental health. I haven’t even been on social […]