CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Dominic West, 52; Vanessa Marcil, 53; Emeril Lagasse, 62; Sarah Ferguson, 62. Happy Birthday: Take care of what matters most, and you’ll set an example and build a routine that will help you achieve more than anticipated. Don’t settle for less when you deserve and are capable of so much […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inDr. Roach
Challenging the ‘no food after midnight before surgery’ rule
DEAR DR. ROACH: Why is it that no matter what time a surgery is scheduled, the rule is “no food or drink after midnight”? My recent procedure was scheduled for 12:30 p.m. I was told I could have no food after midnight. My procedure would take two hours and recovery was for two hours. That’s […]
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Posted inSun Spots
Hartford Heritage Society offering merchandise and lunch options
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Hartford Heritage Society is sponsoring a Fall Craft Fair on Saturday, Oct. 30, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hartford Town Hall on Main Street/Route 140. There will be over 15 vendors selling merchandise. We also will have lunch options available for sale. Please come and check out all […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Oct. 14
100 Years Ago: 1921 Don’t forget that on Thursday evening, all your friends are going to the dance at Auburn Hall, Hobb’s 10 piece Jazz brass band will furnish plenty of good music, so plan to be there. 50 Years Ago: 1971 Thursday, Friday and Saturday, will see the furnishings of the YWCA’s Pine Street […]
Posted inDear Abby
Mother’s judgment hinders daughter’s recovery
DEAR ABBY: I’m a woman in my mid-30s without much family. I’m an only child and have no relationship with my father. The relationship I have with my mother is extremely toxic. I have suffered my entire life from a severe shopping addiction. I recently relapsed, and I’m trying to recover financially. I can’t afford […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: A conversation will brighten your day and give you the reality check
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mekai Curtis, 21; Usher, 43; Natalie Maines, 47; Lori Petty, 58. Happy Birthday: Put more into your surroundings. Comfort and functionality will support peace of mind and efficiency, leaving more time to explore avenues that pique your imagination. Expand your interests, friendships and skills, and you will discover something that […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Women: Don’t ignore chest pain or discomfort
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have been having pains and discomfort in my chest area for over a month now. I am a woman and in my early 30s. My doctor says my heart is OK, but I can’t help but wonder. The pain is mostly in the right side of the chest but will stretch […]
Posted inSun Spots
Historical society offers information on Lewiston funeral homes
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin Historical Society has directories from 1860 to 1982. Your speculation that there were two undertakers on Main Street in Lewiston is correct. About 1924, Teague & Harlow moved to 391 Main St. and continued as Teague & Stevens and Teague & Jenkins. However, this location is not on the corner […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
‘Dreaming Awake’ exhibition to feature art of Jud Pealer, Susy Sanders
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts will host a reception for “Dreaming Awake” — Paintings by Judson Pealer and Dr. Susy Sanders from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, at the Lakeside Contemporary Art Gallery, located in the lobby of the RFA Lakeside Theater at 2493 Main St. in Rrangeley. There will be complimentary […]
Posted inDear Abby
Kilt-wearing scot endures repeated assaults
DEAR ABBY: I married a proud Scotsman a year ago who often wears kilts. When we go out, women think nothing of coming over and lifting his kilt, which exposes him to anyone who has a visual advantage. These women scream with glee and then become physically aggressive with their hands. Frankly, I am shocked […]