The folk country duo Darlin’ Corey will perform a program of instrumental music at the Oasis of Music beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 10, at Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston. As a duo, Matt Shipman and Erica Brown feature a delightful blend of vocal harmonies accompanied by fiddle, banjo, mandolin […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
An expert is best when it comes to hormone therapy needs
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 75-year-old woman who has been suffering from four to five bouts of hot flashes with night sweats (about every two hours from bedtime until morning) since I stopped taking HRT at age 62. I haven’t had an uninterrupted night’s sleep since then, and I rarely wake up feeling rested. […]
Playful name-calling isn’t fun anymore for boyfriend
DEAR ABBY: My girlfriend and I call each other horrible, disparaging names as a form of “love.” Recently, I asked her to stop calling me names like that because it was fun at first, but now not so much. For me, it was just too negative. I love her, and I want to show it […]
Gemini: Someone you least expect will disappoint you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: James Van Der Beek, 44; Freddie Prinze Jr., 45; Camryn Manheim, 60; Barbara Eve Harris, 62. Happy Birthday: Build solid relationships with like-minded people this year. Consider your assets and liabilities, and tip the scale in favor of what’s advantageous. Don’t waste energy on people and pastimes that weigh you […]
Looking Back on March 8
100 Years Ago: 1921 It is interesting to note the splendid growth of the Sunday school at the High St. Methodist ME, church, due to Increased interest and not to any membership drive. Last Sunday the attendance — was 176: a recent Sunday, 190; and at the last stormy Sunday, a good test day, it […]
Help finding wind-removed trash can
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We recently bought my mom a new trash can, which blew away during last week’s strong winds. It is large, black and plastic, with wheels. It has an “M” painted on the bottom. She lives on Acadia Avenue in Lewiston. If anyone finds it, I would greatly appreciate a telephone call at […]
Truth of man’s marital status is revealed after his death
DEAR ABBY: This is a delicate situation. Four days after my boyfriend (whom I had been seeing for 8 1/2 years) was killed in an accident, I found out he was married. He had claimed for years that he was divorced and even produced a copy of his divorce decree several years ago. It is […]
Taurus: Change begins with you
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Giselle Eisenberg, 14; Jenna Fischer, 47; Wanda Sykes, 57; Bryan Cranston, 65. Happy Birthday: Time spent sorting through details will pay off handsomely. You’ll find information that will help you make better decisions this year. Don’t let impatience lead you in the wrong direction. Educate yourself, and pursue your goals […]
Aries: Don’t share personal or sensitive information
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shaquille O’Neal, 49; Connie Britton, 54; D.L. Hughley, 58; Rob Reiner, 74. Happy Birthday: Take what others say or do in stride. Aim to bring out the best in everyone and everything, but don’t be susceptible to those who don’t speak the truth. Educate yourself to ensure that you get […]
Falling-out with friend group puts wife in awkward position
DEAR ABBY: I’m married to the most patient, loving and wonderful husband in the world. Recently, I had a falling-out with his friend group. I admit I was not a good friend due to mental illness, and I know I may never earn their forgiveness. I’m taking responsibility for my actions and seeking help. Now […]