DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m an 83-year-old male. I eat a plant-based diet, and I exercise at my local YMCA at least three times a week. I’m concerned that my toes and fingers will turn blue daily, in response to getting cold. My fingertips also become numb. — W.H. ANSWER: Fingers and toes turn blue due […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on May 26
100 Years Ago: 1923 “The health situation in Lewiston is alarming,” said Dr. L. J. Dumont, Lewiston health officer, who found four new cases of scarlet fever and nine new cases of measles Friday. He issued an urgent appeal for co-operation by parents in keeping a close watch on their children. 50 Years Ago: 1973 […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Woman obsessively monitors former rival’s social media
DEAR ABBY: I’m a 45-year-old woman who has been dating “Ben” (53) for two years. We have known each other for more than 20. He treats me like a queen. Prior to our dating, he had a girlfriend he used to confide in me about. I was very jealous of her. She knew we were […]
Posted inHoroscope
Virgo: The detail you add will put you in a good position. You’ll receive information that can change your life and how you help others.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Helena Bonham Carter, 57; Lenny Kravitz, 59; Pam Grier, 74; Stevie Nicks, 75. Happy Birthday: Put your energy where it counts and restore your faith in yourself and your long-term plans. Rest assured that taking a minimalistic approach to money, possessions and lifestyle will pay off and give you added […]
Posted inSun Spots
Tables offered for rent at Vendors/Crafters Sale fundraiser in New Auburn
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The New Auburn Social Club Scholarship Committee is hosting a Vendors/Crafters Sale on Saturday, June 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot at 7 Second St., next to Anniversary Park in New Auburn. Tables can be reserved for $20. There will be raffles and food available for purchase. […]
Posted inEncore
Deertrees Theatre announces lineup for 87th season of summer entertainment
Deertrees Theatre has a full lineup of events for its 87th season. Deertrees will present theatrical productions, comedies, exhibits, family shows, and concerts from June through early September, at 156 Deertrees Road, in Harrison. The complete season schedule and tickets are available at deertrees-theatre.org. Since 1936, Deertrees Theatre has valued the performing and visual arts […]
Posted inEncore
Identity Crisis playing at Mixers on Friday night
Identity Crisis lives up to their name covering a range of genres from hard rock to dance/electro pop at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, May 26, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. The band, made up of members Glenn Foss (drums), Jeff Foss (guitar), Mike Richards (bass), Bri Levesque (lead vocals) and Tiffany Petrie (vocals), […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Stone Mountain Arts Center plans Matt Nakoa show
Matt Nakoa plans to take the stage at 8 p.m. Friday, June 2, at Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road, in Brownfield. The singer song writer and pianist grew up on a small goat farm in Smyrna, New York, and began composing music as a teenager. Nakoa first solo album,”Light In The Dark” (2012), […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Maine Mountain Chamber Music in concert planned at UMF
ArtsFarmington will host Laurie Kennedy, violist and co-director of MMCM, joined by cellists Katie Kennedy and Hyun-Ji Kwon, and violinist Sarah Washburnon on Saturday, June 1. The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Nordica Auditorium, Merrill Hall in Nordica Auditorium, Preble Hall, on Main Street at the University of Maine in Farmington. The […]
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: It’s OK to say no and to spend time on something that benefits you or helps you create a better space and happier life.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Aly Raisman, 29; Steven Krueger, 34; Octavia Spencer, 51; Mike Myers, 60. Happy Birthday: Observe, and you will discover how to get what you want. An enthusiastic approach to life will be met with success. Trust your instincts, not someone trying to take advantage of you. Refuse to let uncertainty […]