Read more about March 16, 1923, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 A woman for the first time in the history of Maine, presided over the deliberations of the house of representatives on Friday morning. Mrs. Dora B. Pinkham, representative from Fort Kent, was called to the chair by Speaker Holley, very early […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Co-working insist on picking up the check
DEAR ABBY: I have a colleague who has become an amazing friend over the last few years. We plan dinner dates or work conferences periodically, and we also try to book spa appointments together when we have vacation time. “Sandy” is everything a person would want in a friend. However, when we go out to […]
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Posted inSun Spots
There are several ways to store fresh ginger root to prevent spoilage
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I usually store fresh ginger root in the cupboard or refrigerator but this morning when I went to make butternut squash soup and peeled and cut the ginger stored in the fridge it was wet inside with the texture feeling different than usual. What is the best way to store ginger so […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on March 15: ‘Taft, Brewster escape injury in plane crash’
Read more about March 15, 1948, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 The Ladies Shrine club committee has sent out vivid looking programs, announcing their “Black and White Party” to be given at Kora Temple, Friday evening March 23d. Decorations will be carried out in black and white. As to costume, black gowns, […]
Posted inDear Abby
Parents need a reminder that their words matter
DEAR ABBY: While shopping at the mall, I have seen too many stressed-out parents ignore or yell at their children. It certainly isn’t helpful. It isn’t how I was raised or how I raised mine. Years ago, I saw a poem in your column that addressed the ramifications of bad parenting versus good parenting. From […]
Posted inHoroscope
Virgo: Be direct, ask questions and look for common ground to benefit everyone in your household.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kellan Lutz, 38; will.i.am, 48; Eva Longoria, 48; Bret Michaels, 60. Happy Birthday: Separating personal and professional situations will make it easier to bring about positive change. Organize your time to safeguard against weakness or criticism due to falling behind or giving up on an aspect of your life that […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Does radon gas present dangers in the air quality of homes?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I would like your thoughts as to the danger that high levels of radon gas pose to owners and residents of a first-floor condominium. We reside in a condo located on a golf course in Naples, Florida. As a result of my work as a realtor, the sale of homes and condos […]
Posted inSun Spots
Remembrance Tribute for Vietnam War and Vietnam-era veterans March 28
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Marine Corps League Central Maine Detachment 810 and the L&A Veterans Council will host a Remembrance Tribute to Vietnam War/Vietnam-era veterans on Tuesday, March 28, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. This will be held at the Lewiston Armory on 65 Central Ave. in Lewiston. The public is invited to join us […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on March 14: ‘Maine state banks will continue under restrictions today’
Read more about March 14, 1933, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 The Lewiston-Auburn Y. W. H A. held an unusually interesting meeting on Sunday in Forester’s Hall. Sixteen new members were admitted to the association. The greater part of the evening was devoted to completing plans for the minstrel show to be held on […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Salt substition can provide benefits to people at any risk level
DEAR DR. ROACH: In a recent column, you said that using salt substitutes can reduce blood pressure and that, across a population, this would result in far fewer heart attacks and strokes. While lowering blood pressure would have that effect, my understanding is that there is no significant research showing benefits from lowering salt intake […]