100 Years Ago: 1921 The L.A. Ladies Hebrew Association will hold a picnic at Frost park June 19. There will be a variety of interesting events, including races, ball games, dancing and so on. 50 Years Ago: 1971 A New Auburn man has been attempting the last few days to get a raccoon to leave […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inSun Spots
Car, house keys found on Mitchell Street
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I was walking on Mitchell Street in Lewiston at about 3:30 p.m. Saturday, May 22, and found a set of car keys in the road. I grabbed them up because I was concerned they may get run over. The Jeep key fob has a retractable key and what appears to be a […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Mother struggles as daughter’s marriage strains
DEAR ABBY: My daughter and son-in-law have been married for seven years and have two young daughters. We get along well and spend a lot of time together. Our daughter is an only child, and I have noticed over time that my son-in-law is very selfish and puts his needs before the family’s. Because he […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: Engage in activities that utilize your skills and experience
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ryan Coogler, 35; Jewel, 47; Drew Carey, 63; Joan Collins, 88. Happy Birthday: You are on a roll. Don’t slow down; bring about positive change. Push away negativity, and gravitate toward people who are encouraging and bring out the best in you. Strive to accomplish things, and take responsibility for […]
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Sibling still wrestles with lingering effects of abuse
DEAR ABBY: I had a horrible childhood with a mean mother who berated and took her issues out on me. I also had an older brother who enjoyed making fun of me and embarrassed me in front of others to get his kicks. He still never misses an opportunity to pull a “gotcha.” I was […]
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Virgo: Spend extra time on work projects to set your mind at ease
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Novak Djokovic, 34; Apolo Ohno, 39; Ginnifer Goodwin, 43; Naomi Campbell, 51. Happy Birthday: Refuse to let outside influences stand between you and what you want to achieve. Added discipline will help you meet your deadlines and bring about a positive lifestyle change. Personal growth, mental and physical improvement, and […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on May 22
100 Years Ago: 1921 A picturesque feature of the May Festival, Friday, will be the doll carriage, cart, tricycle and bicycle parade, Maypole dance and musical program, in charge of Mrs. Harry Wilson, Miss Elizabeth M. Peables and Mrs. Rufus Lord. 50 Years Ago: 1971 Participating in Youth Day services Sunday, May 28. at the […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Rangeley gallery to display watercolors by Auburn artist
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts plans to host a reception for Denis Leblanc of his “Watercolors” art from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday, May 29, at the Lakeside Contemporary Art Gallery, located in the lobby of the RFA Lakeside Theater, 2493 Main St. The reception will include complimentary snacks and cash bar (beer/wine). The […]
Posted inCommunity, Connections, Encore, Things to Do
Augusta musician to hold neurofibromatosis fundraiser
An EP release concert, to benefit Neurofibromatosis Northeast, will be streamed May 29.
Posted inDear Abby
Visit to Grandma’s house complicated by stroke recovery
DEAR ABBY: My grandma, who is in her 80s, had a stroke recently. She has trouble swallowing and speaking, so she’s in a rehab facility 20 miles from her home, where she is doing strengthening exercises. She tires out from just walking around her room, so it’s not yet clear if she will become a […]