DEAR SUN SPOTS: Is there any information regarding the Class of 1952’s 70th year reunion for Edward Little High School? I have asked and no one seems to know. I need to make my vacation plans around that event so any information would be appreciated. — Theresa, no town ANSWER: I’m sure you’re not the […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Livingston Taylor plans to perform in Gardiner
Livingston Taylor will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 12, at Johnson Hall, 280 Water St. in Gardiner. He picked up his first guitar at the age of 13, which began a 50-year career that has encompassed performance, songwriting, and teaching. Born in Boston and raised in North Carolina, Livingston is the fourth […]
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Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Feb. 8
100 Years Ago: 1922 A stalled automobile at the corner of Shepley Street and Gamage Avenue, Monday afternoon created a little excitement among the youngsters of that locality. Everyone but the driver seemed to enjoy the frantic efforts of his sputtering engine. 50 Years Ago: 1972 “A happy surprised Louise Berube was crowned as queen […]
Posted inDear Abby
Sister isn’t the same after removal of tumor
DEAR ABBY: My sister, who was a bright and cheerful star for everyone and anyone, was diagnosed with a brain tumor. It was removed with almost 100% margins several years ago. Our family feels unbelievably blessed that she’s OK, but she knows she’s not the same. This is ignored by some close relatives, but not […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Moderna Pfizer vaccines are best for those with clot risk
DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed with the factor V Leiden mutation a few years ago, after having a deep vein thrombosis. Then I got COVID-19 in October 2020, but recovered with only mild symptoms. Since I have the factor V mutation, I have chosen not to get a vaccine for COVID. Unfortunately, I was […]
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: Partner with someone who has something to contribute
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Seth Green, 48; Mary Steenburgen, 69; Robert Klein, 80; Nick Nolte, 81. Happy Birthday: Stand up for your rights. Let go of the past, and head in a direction that offers a better future. Refuse to make questionable or unnecessary changes. Keep the peace, but not at the expense of […]
Posted inSun Spots
Apple computer tech help available at several area businesses
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Is there a qualified Apple computer technician in our area? I’m trying to save a trip to Portland. I need a general cleanup of my laptop. You are my A.M. go-to every weekday. I lived in Florida for 20 years and missed your columns! — Carroll, Lewiston ANSWER: In the Rolodex, I […]
Posted inEncore
Seyir Duo bringing Middle Eastern music to the Oasis
Middle Eastern music specialists Nathan Kolosko and Eric Laperna will perform at the Oasis of Music beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 9, at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston. Known as the Seyir Duo, LaPerna and Kolosko perform music which spans from the mystic world of the Sufis to the […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Feb. 7
100 Years Ago: 1922 An Acadian screech owl, has been presented by W.H. Waterman of East Auburn to Dean F. E Pomeroy, to be mounted for the Stanton bird collection at Bates college. It seems that at the farm where the bird was found, the top rail of a board fence was painted white and […]
Posted inDear Abby
Pushy sister inlaw tries to force couple to retire
DEAR ABBY: My sister-in-law is increasingly overbearing and abusive to me. It has always been a problem, but I ignored her nasty comments. Now, I am finally sick of it. During the last year, she has begun to insist my husband retire. She wants us to close the doors of a business we have operated […]