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Posted inDr. Roach
Supplements over statins not recommended for cholesterol
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 71-year-old female in good health who is quite physically active. I have been taking red yeast rice with CoQ10 to help with my cholesterol levels. (My son-in-law, who is a chiropractor and pretty knowledgeable about supplements, suggested this to me.) My cholesterol levels are still somewhat high, but my […]
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Posted inDear Abby, News
Sister tries to navigate couple’s pending divorce
DEAR ABBY: My brother and his husband are getting ready to file for divorce. Before they do, however, they are embarking on a very expensive trip to Italy. It was paid for before the divorce conversations started. When they travel, I fly into the town where we both grew up, watch their home and dogs […]
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Helping a cause you believe in will lift your spirits. What you do for others will offer the greatest reward.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jonah Hill, 39; David Cook, 40; Nicole de Boer, 52; Joel Gretsch, 59. Happy Birthday: Follow your heart and your goals, but be cognizant of how much time, effort and cash you spend trying to reach your dream. Question people you encounter who try to talk you into something you […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Dec. 20: ‘Lewiston man escapes injury when hit by .22 rifle bullet’
Read more about Dec. 20, 1947, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1922 The D. of P. of Mechanic Falls will have a degree team rehearsal Thursday evening, followed by a Christmas tree. Every member is requested to attend and bring a gift costing not over 25 cents. 50 Years Ago: 1972 An inspection […]
Posted inSun Spots
Former Sun Journal employee sends 50th anniversary congrats
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Happy 50th anniversary to you, Sun Spots! I remember Barbara Clune. My husband and I both worked for the Sun Journal when it was two daily papers. The Costello family (Jim, Sr.) was our boss, and my family, including our daughter, grandson, and his grandfather all worked at the paper. My husband, […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Magic 8 Ball plans Winter Solstice concert
Magic 8 Ball plans a Winter Solstice concert for 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 23, at St. Lawrence Arts Center, 76 Congress St., Portland. The annual winter solstice acoustic performance will combine original tunes with Bob Dylan and Tom Waits covers and some fan favorites. The band is Chris Dombrowski, Ben Hunsberger and Ted DeMille, with […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Chalazions continue to develop in both eyelids
DEAR DR. ROACH: Are oral antibiotics ever prescribed to treat chalazions in addition to eye drops and ointment? I have had two this year for, seemingly, no reason. They were treated with tobramycin eye drops, ointment and warm compresses. The first one didn’t resolve with those meds and was excised surgically. That eyelid then became […]
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: Express your interest in what others do or think, and you’ll gain input and support to turn your dream into a reality.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Marla Sokoloff, 42; Jake Gyllenhaal, 42; Alyssa Milano, 50; Tyson Beckford, 52. Happy Birthday: Putting everything in order will rid you of stress and boost your energy. Take deep breaths and relax with loved ones. Focus on balance, equality and integrity; you’ll feel good about your life, contributions and future. […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Dec. 19: ‘Chief, firemen escape as 4-alarm fire wrecks Miller Storage plant’
Read more about Dec. 19 1945, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1922 There will be a Community Christmas tree at Cumston Hall Saturday night. The cantata, “Cradle of Bethlehem,” will be given. The committee in charge is Dr. Fred Chenery, Jr., Miss Grace Clough and Mrs. Margaret Smith. 50 Years Ago: 1972 (from […]