DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am a Bates graduate and wondering if you can tell me about The Blue Goose Tavern on Sabattus Street. This bar is legendary among students and alums, and I want to know how far back the beloved Goose goes.—No name, no town ANSWER: Well, believe it or not, The Blue Goose […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inDear Abby
Sister separates herself from the rest of the family
DEAR ABBY: I have two younger sisters — “Mara” and “Talia.” We grew up very close, thick as thieves. However, as adults, my relationship with Mara has gone from strained to nonexistent, especially as I’ve grown closer to my youngest sister, Talia. Mara gave birth to her first child five years ago, and since then, […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Substance abuse pits family members against each other
DEAR ABBY: I’m a 35-year-old woman whose father refuses to get along with me no matter how hard I try. Our relationship was always strained due to the alcoholism he has struggled with since my childhood, made worse by the fact that I became an addict. I’ve been in recovery for a while, and I’m […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Nov. 20
100 Years Ago: 1921 Miss Helen Wardell of Bates college will speak at a supper at the Athletic Club of the YWCA Blue Triangle, Tuesday evening at 6:30 o’clock, on her experiences in South Africa. 50 Years Ago: 1971 The Bales College Needle Club is meeting at the Alumni House, 31 Frye Street, Lewiston Wednesday […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Take a strict approach to decluttering your space and turning it into a sanctuary
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ashley Fink, 35; Dan Byrd, 36; Joel McHale, 50; Bo Derek, 65. Happy Birthday: Assess what’s going on around you, and embrace changes that will help you reformat your routine to fit your lifestyle. It’s up to you to start doing things that bring you peace of mind. Refuse to […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Damariscotta gallery to celebrate season with holiday show
DAMARISCOTTA — A reception for River Arts’ holiday show is scheduled for 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, at 36 Elm St. The galleries are filled with fine art and fine craft by Maine artists. From classical to whimsical, the show aims to offer something for everyone with paintings in oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache […]
Posted inEncore
Defying the British to get Bibles to colonists is the subject of Monmouth writer’s newest novel
Mark Leslie’s 14th book and fourth historical novel describes the events surrounding one man’s decision to risk his life to print Bibles for the colonies.
Posted inDr. Roach
What makes the COVID vaccine so great?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I had COVID-19 in February 2021. I had no fever, no loss of taste or smell, lasted two days with no persistent symptoms at all! I was cold and tired, and that is all that I experienced. I am a healthy 66-year-old and take no medication. I have natural God-given immunity, and […]
Posted inDear Abby
Son fears father my be victim of online scams
DEAR ABBY: My parents separated nearly 20 years ago. My father, who is retired, has been living alone for many years. I suspect he gets scammed for money on the internet. I know for sure it has happened twice. I have talked to him about it more than once. He routinely forwards me emails to […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Nov. 19
100 Years Ago: 1921 William Ernest Young and Miss Helen Edna Murray, both of Lewiston, were winners again in their class prize speaking contest, Saturday afternoon. These two students won the prizes of their class last year as well. 50 Years Ago: 1971 Mrs. Gary Cadman is general chairman of the Holiday Fair being held […]