DEAR ABBY: A couple of weeks ago, my 17-year-old daughter broke up with “Matt,” her boyfriend of a year and seven months. My husband and I are sad because Matt had become a part of our family. We included him in vacations and holidays with us. We also became friends with his parents and shared […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inDr. Roach
Size of aneurysm determines whether surgery is necessary
DEAR DR ROACH: My husband will be 83 in September and was recently diagnosed with an ascending thoracic aortic aneurysm measuring 4.8 cm. Five centimeters is when they do something. After hearing about the survival rate based on your recent column, along with your comment that “most people do not survive a rupture of the […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: Pay attention to what others say and do, and you’ll uncover what’s missing that can make a difference between getting things done on time or falling short of your mark.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Adelaide Kane, 32; Anna Kendrick, 37; Gillian Anderson, 54; Hoda Kotb, 58. Happy Birthday: Consider your strategy and be receptive to suggestions. How you conduct your life and deal with others will color the outcome. Anger will not win favors, but putting your energy into something you believe in or […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Aug. 9
100 Years Ago: 1922 A bolt of lightning, entering the kitchen of William Wood’s home in Leeds, this week, whizzed under the cook-stove, removed a streak of fur from the cat’s back, and then knocked Mr. Wood down. He picked himself up uninjured, only to be knocked down a second time as another bolt followed […]
Posted inSun Spots
Area nonprofits accepting donations of back-to-school supplies
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you know of any nonprofit organizations that are accepting school supplies? I am a retired teacher and would like to donate some items. It would mean a lot to me.— Chris, no town ANSWER: You could start by calling schools in your area to see if there’s anything they need in […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
River Arts plans opening reception for Elaine Abel and Elizabeth Palmer show
DAMARISCOTTA — River Arts plans to hold an opening reception for Elaine Abel and Elizabeth Palmer’s gallery show from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, at the gallery at 36 Elm St. Their show “Realism, Two Views” will be in the River Room gallery Aug. 11-31. This collaboration displays their unique vision in depicting ordinary […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Incontinence caused by an enlarged prostate calls for meds
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 55-year-old male in good health and was diagnosed with a slightly enlarged prostate several years ago. My primary care doctor said he wasn’t concerned enough to prescribe any medications. I get an annual physical, and there haven’t been any changes. However, in the past couple of years, there have […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Aug. 8
100 Years Ago: 1922 The North Auburn Grange will hold its annual outing at Bear Pond, Saturday, August 13. William Bennett will make a round trip for those who are unable to obtain proper vehicles. 50 years Ago: 1972 Heavy equipment and several men are currently involved with preparing the Plummer and Merrill Funeral Home […]
Posted inDear Abby
Father lies regularly to keep kids in line
DEAR ABBY: My parents are divorced. My father, who I’m sure loves me in his own way, is super controlling and manipulative. He wasn’t nice to my older siblings, either. He constantly lied and blamed others for his abusive behavior, which made me hate them. He constantly claimed Mom cheated on him and said my […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: You don’t have to bend the rules or change your beliefs because someone takes a different path.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Casey Cott, 30; Countess Vaughn, 44; Joely Collins, 50; Dustin Hoffman, 85. Happy Birthday: You’ll thrive once you put a plan in place. Don’t let others intervene or pressure you to take a path that doesn’t suit your needs. Look for peace of mind, and you’ll figure out what matters […]