100 Years Ago: 1921 Work is being rushed on the substantial building being created by the Wade & Dunton Co, on Park Street to accommodate their increasing business in Ford cars. Four stories high with a front of 100 feet or more and finished in buff brick. It is an attractive building and a credit […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inDr. Roach
Ivermectin for COVID is still in trial phase
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have seen a couple videos and read a little about ivermectin use with COVID-19 and wondered what your thoughts were. — S.R. ANSWER: Ivermectin is a prescription drug that is approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of certain parasitic worms in humans. It is also used in […]
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Posted inSun Spots
Recommendations sought for housecleaners, specialists in aging issues
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you have any names of people who do housecleaning in your Rolodex? I sure could use a little help with cleaning carpets and other general cleaning. — No name, no town ANSWER: I have PJM Cleaning (pjmcleaningme.com, 209-4458); Sue’s Residential Cleaning Services (sues-residential-cleaning-services. business. site, 212-0812); and Jackie’s Cleaning & Maintenance […]
Posted inEncore
Monthly series will focus on energy issues
Let’s Talk About Energy, Part 1: Energy in Your Mid-Coast Home
Posted inEncore
Greg Stump online film streaming fundraiser to benefit Denmark Arts Center
Denmark Arts Center is celebrating the end of the Weirdest Ski Season EVAH from March 4-7, by paying homage to the legendary ski filmmaker Greg Stump with an online Ski-Stump filmFEST. Thirty years of ski film history roll out before your eyes with the US SKI & State of Maine Hall of Fame skier and […]
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Couple brings Celtic music to Oasis of Music
Chris Stevens, playing concertina and accordion, will be joined by his spouse, Amanda Gale, on piano with a program of Celtic music as the the Oasis of Music resumes its weekly schedule at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 3, at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston. One of the foremost exponents of […]
Posted inDear Abby
Mom’s spiritual plans collide with daughter’s wedding date
DEAR ABBY: My mother has become very “spiritual” over the last eight years or so. Recently, it has become all-consuming and on the verge of becoming detrimental. She often refers to her “guides” (she says they are feelings, but I think she’s getting brainwashed by human “guides” online), who have convinced her to withdraw thousands […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Fixing up your space to suit your needs will encourage you to do a better job
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Justin Bieber, 27; Kesha, 34; Lupita Nyong’o, 38; Ron Howard, 67. Happy Birthday: Getting along with others will be half the battle throughout 2021. You don’t have to become a follower to keep the peace. A strong will and attitude, coupled with nurturing and giving others the freedom to do […]
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Looking Back on March 1
100 Years Ago: 1921 The Willing Workers “No, 4 met Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Frances Carver, Webster Street, to help her celebrate her birthday. Sewing was enjoyed in the afternoon. The hostess was presented with a hand-painted vase by the club. When the birthday cake was cut, the dime went to Mrs. Julia […]
Posted inDr. Roach
The COVID vaccine and pregnancy
DEAR DR. ROACH: What are your thoughts on the COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy? I have read that it is safe. Could you explain how? I have a minimal understanding of the mRNA vaccine, and no understanding on how the vaccine could affect pregnancy. — H.B. ANSWER: Pregnant women do not seem to be more likely […]