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Posted inEncore
Maine Music Society carolers to share cheer at Lewiston’s Tree and Menorah Lighting
The Maine Music Society Carolers will regale attendees with carols at beginning at 4:15 p.m. during celebration of the Tree and Menorah Lighting on Saturday, Dec. 3, at Dufresne Plaza on Lisbon Street in Lewiston. With the help of Janet Mitchko of The Public Theatre, the 13-member group will be dressed in outfits reminiscent of […]
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Twyce Shy on stage at Mixers on Saturday
Twyce Shy, covering all your hair band favorites, takes the stage at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 26, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are online only for $20 or $25 cash at the door. Mixers is located at 136 Sabattus Rd., Sabattus.
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Weekend comedy shows in store this weekend
The River Comics Comedy Productions presents two stand-up comedy shows over Black Friday weekend. The four members of The River Comics Comedy Productions team – Leonard Kimble, Nick Gordon, Nic Dufault, and Ian MacDonald – will each perform a set during a special fundraiser night to benefit the Good Shepard Food Bank of Maine at […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Nov. 23: ‘Lewiston hotel slated to close; must be vacated’
Read more about Nov. 23, 1962, in the SunJournal.com archives. 100 Years Ago: 1922 A baby clinic was held today in the Congregational Parish House under the management of Miss Clyde Ricker. She was assisted by Dr. E. B. Holden and Mrs. Sherman Grant. Mrs. Richard Tyner had charge of the preparations in Welchville and […]
Posted inDear Abby
Woman’s second marriage gets the cold shoulder
DEAR ABBY: I left a manipulative and abusive marriage after 18 years. My parents fully supported my decision. When I became engaged to the wonderful man who is now my husband, my mother and many other family members told me that second weddings were “not important” and I should have just gone to the courthouse. […]
Posted inHoroscope
Taurus: Don’t trust anyone else to speak or act on your behalf. Avoid conflict and concentrate on finishing what you start.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Miley Cyrus, 30; Salli Richardson-Whitfield, 55; Robin Roberts, 62; Bruce Hornsby, 68. Happy Birthday: You have options. Look around you and decide what’s doable, then head in that direction. Take an unusual path or set up your lifestyle to suit your needs, regardless of how others choose to live. Let […]
Posted inSun Spots
Readers recommend where to find places for enjoy Thanksgiving dinner
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The person looking for a place for Thanksgiving dinner (Nov. 21 Sun Spots) might want to make reservations at Lotus Restaurant on Center Street in Auburn. If they don’t want to do a buffet, Denny’s in Auburn always has a Thanksgiving meal for about a week and you can have it any […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Chocolate Church Arts Center to host Pat Colwell and the Soul Sensations
Pat Colwell and The Soul Sensations will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26, at Chocolate Church Arts Center, 804 Washington St., Bath. With a seasonal blend of Motown and Memphis soul music, you might have to dance in the aisles. Female backup singers and a full horn section help Colwell and his […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Boogie boarding is OK in moderation after knee surgery
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have arthritis in both knees, but otherwise, I’m in good health (I’m 5’6″ and weigh 130 pounds). My Fitbit indicates I get about 9,000 steps per day. I am ready for knee replacement, but I’m concerned about one activity I do. We usually spend two consecutive weeks at the beach, and […]