Read more about Feb. 17, 1973, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 After a month’s vacation, swimming classes at the YMCA began this week with Miss Gladys Norris as instructor. 50 Years Ago: 1973 Mrs. Merriam Irish will be the hostess for the serving of refreshments at the meeting of the Androscoggin Historical […]
2023
Posted inDear Abby
Mother’s attitude, jealousy create an unpleasant dynamic
DEAR ABBY: My partner and I recently had a baby, and it has created some major issues with my mom and in-laws. Mom is an unhappy person who blames others and external factors for her unhappiness. She laments her unhappiness to me. She’s incredibly jealous of any time we spend with my partner’s family. She […]
advertisement
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: Discuss complaints, solutions and long-term goals. Experience will play a role in how things turn out between you and someone you love.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Deja Monique Cruz, 24; Ed Sheeran, 32; Joseph Gordon-Levitt, 42; Billie Joe Armstrong, 51. Happy Birthday: Put your energy where it counts. Fix up your space, use what you have and be proud of who you are and what you can accomplish. Let your innovative intelligence lead the way and […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Patient wonders why Paxlovid wasn’t prescribed for COVID
DEAR DR. ROACH: In June 2022, I had a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit, severe sore throat and headache, and I tested positive for COVID-19 on a home test. I was 67. I called my doctor’s office the next morning and was advised to take Tylenol as needed for pain as well as tea with […]
Posted inSun Spots
Do-it-yourself heating pads require cotton fabric and rice or dried corn
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for someone who can make a “bean bag” I can heat up to keep my feet warm at night. Socks and extra blankets don’t help. Heat is the only way to warm up my cold feet! Call me at 212-0501. — No name, Lisbon ANSWER: I know what you’re talking […]
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Froma Harrop: Politics and the Michigan mass shooting
Although mass killings have become commonplace — the one at Michigan State University was the 67th this year, and we’re only in February — something feels different this time.
Posted inConnections
Diocese to hold healing services in Lewiston, Brunswick
Three healing prayer services are scheduled for churches in Lewiston and Brunswick in the coming weeks. All are welcome to all three. Fr. Michael Sevigny will preside at healing services at Holy Family Church, 607 Sabattus St. in Lewiston, on Fridays, Feb. 24, and March 31. Both services will run 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fr. Richard Rice […]
Posted inCommunity
Mount Vernon center to offer winter sowing program March 5
Rhonda Marquis of Mount Vernon plans to present a program about winter sowing and how to save money and feed that desire to garden in the winter. The program, sponsored by the Dr. Shaw Memorial Library, is scheduled for 1 p.m. Sunday, March 5, at the Mount Vernon Community Center, 2 North Road. Winter sowing […]
Posted inConnections
Lisbon Falls student makes University of Findlay dean’s list
FINDLAY, Ohio — Jordyn Maloy of Lisbon Falls has been named to the 2022 fall dean’s list at the University of Findlay. To earn this achievement, a student must attain a grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. Check out other upcoming area events!
Posted inConnections
Minot student earns career exploration badge
Nick Garey is a senior at Poland Regional High School.