100 Years Ago: 1922 The first ever sport-model Reo automobile that ever was seen in Maine took Sheriff Stevens and party to the Island Park meeting Wednesday. It is a beautiful car in appointments and is very able. It was brought home from Buffalo by the road. 50 Years Ago: 1972 Miss Karen Longley of […]
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
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Pisces: Changing how you handle money and work responsibilities will help you nullify negative comments that can hurt your reputation.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Austin Butler, 31; Tammy Townsend, 52; Donnie Wahlberg, 53; Robert De Niro, 79. Happy Birthday: Settle down and monitor situations carefully before you get involved. Refuse to let your emotions take over and lead you in the wrong direction. Focus on personal improvements and educational pursuits that will allow you […]
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Second booster shot necessary even after catching COVID
DEAR DR. ROACH: Two weeks ago, my friend got COVID a week before she was scheduled for her second booster. She is 55. She feels the second booster isn’t necessary now, because she is effectively immunized. I understand that the second booster is recommended three to four months after recovery. Can you enlighten me? A […]
Posted inDear Abby
Ex asks woman if she’s available for cuddling
DEAR ABBY: I have been separated from my husband for a year and a half. The divorce became final five months ago. He had major mood swings, and was nice one minute and hateful the next. We have two children together. I have a boyfriend I’ve been seeing for about a year. We are casual, […]
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Waterville museum focuses on artist’s collaborations in performing arts
The exhibit will be on view at the Colby College Museum of Art through Feb. 19, 2023.
Posted inSun Spots
Concerns about Maine’s Drought Conditions
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My neighbor told me she read an article earlier this week about private wells going dry in Maine and where you can report it and get help if needed. She said she would bring me the article to read but one of her kids threw the paper away before she could do […]
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Woman and her son endure boyfriend’s odd behavior
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend of seven years is very competitive. There is constantly this underlying contest about whose kid is better, whose dog is better, etc. It’s silly. They are both great kids (and dogs) in their individual ways, and I suspect he likes to brag about his 11-year-old daughter just to publicize that she’s […]
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Punctal plugs can provide relief from dry eye symptoms
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 65-year-old female, non-smoker, with very dry eyes living in a dry climate. My eyes often burn and tear up, which I find curious, having been diagnosed with dry eyes. During the day, I use preservative-free eyedrops and also place a warm washcloth over my eyes. Before bedtime, I apply an […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Aug. 16
100 Years Ago: 1922 The Clan Campbell Bag-Pipe Band took part in a concert at Rockland Sunday. The band of eight pipes was headed by James S. Jordan, head piper well known in Lewiston. Last Thursday the band was engaged at the outing of the West Indian Cricket Club at Portland. 50 Years Ago: 1972 […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: Look at the big picture and plan your victory march. Recognize what’s best for you, and don’t stop until you reach your destination.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Cameron Monaghan, 29; Steve Carell, 60; Angela Bassett, 64; Madonna, 64. Happy Birthday: Expand your mind and interests. Go on a pilgrimage to discover what’s new and exciting that you can incorporate into your life. Accept change, but don’t let go of what’s important to you. By learning all you […]