DEAR ABBY: I have been married 45 years. It may not be the most loving or agreeable marriage, but it has always been steady, nonviolent and monogamous. Last year I had COVID, and I now have long-term symptoms with compromised immunity. I recently had a bad outbreak of genital herpes. My doctor told me it […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Nov. 17
100 Years Ago: 1921 The new electric advertising sign that has been placed on the building at the corner of Main and Chapel Streets is one of the most attractive in the city – made so by its simplicity. It is in the form of a star, the edges outlined by electric lights and in […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Do your best and you’ll have no regrets
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rachel McAdams, 43; David Ramsey, 50; Danny DeVito, 77; Martin Scorsese, 79. Happy Birthday: Pull yourself together, and get your priorities straight. You can gain ground if you run a tight ship and refuse to let others interfere with your plans. Discipline and dedication will help you overcome obstacles and […]
Posted inSun Spots
Snow to be removed, bikes to give away
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you have names of persons or businesses that remove snow from a driveway and will use the owner’s snow blower? Snow removal from doorsteps is also needed. — No name, Auburn ANSWER: This question is very much top-of-mind during these days leading up to winter. The snow does come every year, […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
‘Twain By the Tale’ to be staged in Gardiner
The Open Book Players will present the second production of their 25th Season, “Twain By the Tale”, at 7:30 p.m. Friday. Nov. 19, and at 2 p.m. Nov. 21, at Johnson Hall, at 280 Water St. in Gardiner. In this two act revue of Mark Twain stories, sketches, and monologues, adapted by Dennis Snee, the […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Hair growth vs skin irritation
DEAR DR. ROACH: You recently wrote that minoxidil (Rogaine) provides some benefit for hair growth. My friend broke out in hives after using it. Would you please print the pros and cons associated with Rogaine? — T.A. ANSWER: Topical minoxidil is generally well-tolerated. The most common side effect was what your friend had, a local […]
Posted inDear Abby
New Mother feels guilty for canceling adoption
DEAR ABBY: I recently backed out of an adoption. I feel terrible about it. How can I mentally and emotionally get over this? My baby girl is 4 months old now, and my guilt is getting worse. I backed out three days before she was born. The couple I had chosen turned out to be […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Nov. 16
100 Years Ago: 1921 The National Guard and its place in the military policy of the country was the subject of a recent talk by Capt. Daniel S. Dexter before the Bates College Military Science Club. 50 Years Ago: 1971 On Sunday evening Les Marchands and Les Marchandes de Bonheur will present a concert at […]
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: Do something that appeals to your creative skills
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kimberly J. Brown, 37; Maggie Gyllenhaal, 44; Lisa Bonet, 54; Marg Helgenberger, 63. Happy Birthday: Surround yourself with positive thoughts. Make changes to your space that encourage creativity, spirituality and personal growth. Broaden your outlook, but don’t take on impossible tasks. Balance is the key to getting things done that […]
Posted inSun Spots
Free treadmill available for the taking
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a Weslo Cadence 880 treadmill in good working condition. I no longer use it and it’s free for the taking. Call 225-3545 in the afternoon. — No name, no town ANSWER: I bet this will be scooped up in no time. While I’m thinking of it, I want to gently […]