DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Feb. 8, there was a story in the Sun Journal about students at McMahon Elementary School sampling Bariis Iskukaris rice, a Somali dish including rice cooked in stock with multiple spices and raisins. It sounds delicious and I would love to have that recipe.Over 20 years ago, new Somali residents put […]
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Jessica Vosk plans Portland show
Jessica Vosk will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, at Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle St., Portland. The show is called “My Golden Age,” and it’s under the musical direction of Mary-Mitchell Campbell. Those who attend will hear songs by Broadway stalwarts Stephen Sondheim, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Judy Garland, Bette Midler and several other legends. […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Men with factor V Leiden can still receive testosterone therapy
DEAR DR ROACH: I have Factor V Leiden, but I have been wanting to do testosterone replacement therapy. I have heard that testosterone causes blood clots. Obviously, with FVL, that would be a huge deal for me. Is this true? Does it cause clots? Or is it safe for me to do? — R.C. ANSWER: […]
Posted inHoroscope
Pisces: Don’t let anger kick in when your energy needs positive direction to achieve your desired results.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mena Suvari, 44; Kelly Hu, 55; Peter Gabriel, 73; Stockard Channing, 79. Happy Birthday: If you look for unique solutions to existing problems, you’ll clear the way to answers and get the results you want. Make changes you feel passionate about and strive for a better future. Channel energy and […]
Posted inDear Abby
Woman really makes herself at home when family travels
DEAR ABBY: Whenever my husband, kids and I go away, my mother-in-law insists on staying at our house. She then rearranges the rooms in my house, moving things to where she thinks they should be. She also manages to leave behind her toiletries in the bathroom. More than once she has thrown a party for […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Feb. 13: ‘Fire destroys two blocks at Rumford with $23,000 loss’
Read more about Feb. 13, 1933, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1923 Many local automobile drivers are trying their luck with the new winter automobile equipment which consists of a tractor drive and sled runners. It is said that one well-known local doctor has an order in for one of these winter cars. 50 […]
Posted inSun Spots
Old-fashion No. 2 pencils requested to make crosswords easier to read
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I enjoy reading Sun Spots every morning with a good cup of coffee. I would like to know why we cannot find old-fashion No. 2 pencils. The ones they sell now are No. 2 BH. I feel they write quite a bit lighter and are harder to see when doing my crossword […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: The less interference you endure, the easier it will be to put everything in its place.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Christina Ricci, 43; Darren Aronofsky, 54; Josh Brolin, 55; Arsenio Hall, 67. Happy Birthday: Your emotions will interfere with what’s real. Distance yourself from emotional matters to get a clear-cut picture of what’s happening. Look for unique alternatives and you’ll stimulate interest in your plans. Put more thought into your […]
Posted inDear Abby
Woman’s estrangement from father creates second rift
DEAR ABBY: After my mother died several years ago, my father’s sometimes violent behavior flared up. A few years ago, I decided to stop spending time with him. My sister, who has received — and may continue to receive — significant financial support from Dad, is scolding me for it. I have asked her to […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
‘We’re Alright, a Jukebox Musical’ to open in Rangeley postponed, date to be determined
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts presents, “We’re Alright,” an RFA original, Jukebox Musical Feb. 17-19 at the RFA Lakeside Theater, at 2493 Main St. in Rangeley. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and a 4 p.m. matinee is planned for Sunday. Tickets cost $15 Friday and $20 Saturday and Sunday and $10 for […]