100 Years Ago: 1921 George W. McFadden of Auburn has purchased the firm of Whitehouse Brothers, also of Auburn, a Section of Roak Bock, and the twelve tenement house on Miller Street in the rear of this block, Section 9, the section which has just changed hands, is at the westerly end of the block […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inDr. Roach
Dr. Roach: Dandruff shampoo isn’t the reason for husband’s skin cancer
DEAR DR. ROACH: My 61-year-old husband has had 24 squamous cell carcinoma (skin cancer) surgeries on his scalp in the past five years. He has used dandruff shampoo (Head & Shoulders brand or similar) for the past 36 years or more. He has a full head of hair and is not bald. My question for […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Pisces: How you use your time and clout will determine how much help others
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Gillian Jacobs, 39; Roger Cross, 52; Jon Favreau, 55; John Lithgow, 76. Happy Birthday: Speak up and offer suggestions. It’s time to be bold and upfront and to find out exactly where you stand. Put your plans in play. Take charge of your happiness, and you will discover a way […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Damariscotta arts gallery offers ‘Photo Show’
River Arts of Damariscotta plans to present “Photo Show,” juried by photographer Rose Marasco, which focuses solely on the art of photography. Marasco chose works from 55 photographers for this exhibition. The opening reception for the show is scheduled for 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, at the 36 Elm St. gallery, and is […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Readers Theater: Short Stories By Monica Wood & Morgan Talty set for Oct. 22
An evening of Readers Theater performing short stories by two acclaimed Maine authors: Morgan Talty (Maine Literacy Award for Short Fiction) and Monica Wood (May Sarton Memoir Award, Maine Literary Award, Oprah summer-reading pick) is set for 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22, at The Chocolate Church Arts Center, 804 Washington St., in Bath. A cast […]
Posted inDear Abby
Woman searching for a partner loathes first dates
DEAR ABBY: I am a 30-year-old woman who very much wants to find someone to share my life and start a family with. The problem is I hate dating, at least the early stages. To me, first dates aren’t exciting; they’re just plain awkward and nerve-racking. I have tried everything to change my outlook on […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Oct. 18
100 Years Ago: 1921 Chef Voyer — everybody knows him — is back in Lewiston after a successful season at Island Park, and announces that he will reopen the Exchange Hotel dining room on Tuesday. 50 Years Ago: 1971 An interesting talk on Maine was given by Robert Monks of Cape Elizabeth Wednesday morning when […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Dr. Roach: TSH tells thyroid gland to make more hormone
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 71-year-old female in very good health. I have been taking a thyroid replacement since I was 12 years old. I currently take 125 mcg of thyroxine once daily, as well as 60 mg of Cymbalta. Other than arthritis and obesity, I have no health problems. My question is regarding […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: Discuss your plans with someone you love
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Zac Efron, 34; Esperanza Spalding, 37; Freida Pinto, 37; Wynton Marsalis, 60. Happy Birthday: Establish what you want, and find out how to achieve peace of mind and happiness. A positive outlook will contribute to turning your dream into a reality. Comfort and convenience at home will make it easier […]
Posted inSun Spots
Requests made for snow removal and help with ironing
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I need someone to do snow removal this winter. Does anyone have recommendations? Thanks for the help, Sun Spots! — No name, Lewiston ANSWER: Every year at this time, I like to update the Rolodex with recommended snow removal service information. So far, I have Fresh Start Landscape (577-4130) and Hamann Bros. […]