100 Years Ago: 1923 Alcohol contained in 80 tin cans and valued at $1,500 was seized by Deputy Sheriffs Leveque, Maloney and Dobbins of Sheriff Murray’s liquor squad, on the South River road, Auburn, Tuesday night. The sheriff had been on the lookout for this lot of liquor which is said to have been brought […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inDr. Roach
What does a low-fat, low-carb diet consist of?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a healthy 75-year-old male. I’m a bit frustrated after seeing my regular doctor for a checkup and receiving a call from his medical assistant that he is suggesting a low-fat, low-carb diet. I asked for more specific diet suggestions, as I admit I am nutritionally ignorant (my late wife always bought […]
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Posted inSun Spots
Readers seek contractor for roof work, reliable housecleaner
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I just learned that I have to have the shingles on my roof replaced. Do you have insured roofers for the Lewiston/Auburn area in your Rolodex? — Dick, no town ANSWER: That is an expensive project and you want to have just the right company for the job. I recommend you get […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on July 24
100 Years Ago: 1923 Thomas Meighan’s popularity as a screen star was never more strikingly illustrated than Monday night at the Empire, when “The Ne’er-Do- Well” opened a four day engagement. Meighan in the flesh, or Richard Mansfield reincarnated, couldn’t have drawn a greater throng. Had another person squeezed inside, we honestly believe that the […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Screening men for osteoporosis remains controversial
DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband and I are confused about the guidelines concerning when older men should be screened for osteoporosis. All the information seems to suggest that it is only needed for men over 70 who have had a fracture. In my husband’s case, he was only told to get a DEXA (dual-energy X-ray […]
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Choose to focus on development and honing skills that will allow you to head in a direction that excites you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Elisabeth Moss, 41; Anna Paquin, 41; Jennifer Lopez, 54; Kristin Chenoweth, 55. Happy Birthday: It’s up to you to set the standard by which you live. Refuse to let others dictate your destiny. Savor what’s important to you and protect it from change. Embrace opportunities that ingenuity and hard work […]
Posted inDear Abby
Pickleball partnership may be too much of a good thing
DEAR ABBY: I play pickleball with a nice group of people. Partners normally split after each game. One day, however, a woman told me I was her favorite partner. From that day on, she played with me as often as possible, even though she could have chosen partners who were better players than me, and […]
Posted inSun Spots
Franco Center seeks mannequins for wedding gown display
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Franco Center recently received some wedding gowns that we would like to display for the brides-to-be who visit us and who might be interested in wearing those gowns at their own weddings. Sun Spots readers have been so helpful in the past and we hope someone reading this has some mannequins […]
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: Seek unique ways to use your skills and talents to get ahead.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Daniel Radcliffe, 34; Krysta Rodriguez, 39; Alison Krauss, 52; Woody Harrelson, 62. Happy Birthday: You’ll have to push your way to the top if you want to make a difference. Don’t let the changes others make back you into a corner. Regroup and continue until you are happy with how […]
Posted inDear Abby
In-laws’ celebration’s are budget-busting events
DEAR ABBY: My daughter and son-in-law are expecting their second child. Everyone is very happy for them. The problem is the difference between her in-laws’ beliefs and mine. I was brought up in a family in which parties and celebrations were held at home. We opened our house to friends and relatives, everyone brought food […]