Read more about Jan. 20, 1948, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 An invitation to the “Y” Girls to a tobogganing party on Monday night has been received from Miss Ruth Healy. Any girl wishing to go is asked to leave her name at the Blue Triangle before Monday noon. The girls will […]
January 2023
Posted inDear Abby
Fiance must pick up pieces after relationship crumbles
DEAR ABBY: I am a 59-year-old man. My 50-year-old fiancee lives in a nice home, but after a 15-year loving relationship, she decided last week to be with someone else. She had recently lost a great deal of weight, bought a new car and started to do things I felt were not age-appropriate — although […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Explaining monoclonal gammopathy of uncertain significance
DEAR DR. ROACH: Would it be possible for you to explain my recent diagnosis of monoclonal gammopathy of uncertain significance (MGUS)? Apparently, 3% to 5% of the population over the age of 50 show this blood abnormality. My last M-Spike result was 0.2 g/dL. — A.M.P. ANSWER: By definition, MGUS has no symptoms, so many […]
Posted inHoroscope
Pisces: Protect your health and physical well-being. Don’t make a change to please someone. Take pride in how you present who you are, how you look and what you are willing to offer.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Yan-Kay Crystal Lowe, 42; Skeet Ulrich, 53; Rainn Wilson, 57; David Lynch, 77. Happy Birthday: Distance yourself from troublemakers and bad influences. Keep things in perspective by concentrating on what you want to achieve. You have plenty to gain this year if you stay focused and intent on broadening your […]
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Froma Harrop: Egg prices are already cracking
Now, news on the tab for common consumer staples like eggs, gasoline and Thanksgiving turkeys draws attention and allows the creation of easy-to-make visuals. But so many of the headlines on the cost of eggs bang on the percentage rise in price while not mentioning the actual price.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Rich Lowry: How Chip Roy won the speaker fight
Rep. Chip Roy’s profile and influence grew during the standoff, and he’ll play a key role in the contentions to come.
Posted inSun Spots
CMP official, state consumer advocate respond to electric bill questions
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the letter about the increase in electricity bills (Jan. 18 Sun Spots), household electric bills have two parts: supply and delivery. All customers have options when choosing their energy supplier and their energy supply rate, which is the cost of generating electricity. Customers can choose the standard offer, a rate of […]
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Lewiston agency to offer new dementia art-therapy program
Classes will be offered from February through August.
Posted inConnections
Lewiston agency receives $175K for infrastructure improvements
LEWISTON — Tri-County Mental Health Services has received $175,000 in congressionally directed spending for infrastructure improvements supported by Sen. Angus King. This funding will be used to renovate and repair the agency’s aging infrastructure. These building renovations include crucial roofing and heating system repairs that are essential in maintaining a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment […]
Posted inConnections
Springfield College recognizes local dean’s list students
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Five local students made the 2022 fall dean’s list at Springfield College. They include Emma Hanna of Bowdoin, Hunter Hayes of Auburn, Madison McIntyre of Bridgton, Reese Merritt of Raymond, and Christina Scheid of Fryeburg. To be named to the dean’s list, the student must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours of […]