100 Years Ago: 1925 More than taxing the capacity of the Supreme court room, Auburn, 99 petitioners for naturalization and their witnesses together with many spectators faced Justice Dunn as he mounted the bench Wednesday. Conducting most of the examination himself, as he was very thorough, slow progress was made and the work gave promise […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inHoroscope
Pisces:Your imagination, talent and energy will turn you into a strong contender and the go-to person in your circle.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Booboo Stewart, 31; Ashton Eaton, 37; Emma Bunton, 49; Geena Davis, 69. Happy Birthday: Live within your budget. Stay informed and only change what’s necessary. Put your time and energy into learning, not into arguing or ignoring the truth. Set off on a path that helps reduce doubt, overhead and […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Couple wonders which vaccinations are necessary for their trip
DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband and I booked a cruise for March with stops in Singapore; Vietnam; Hong Kong; Taipei, Taiwan; and Japan. We are healthy 67 year-old Nevada residents with no medical problems. I’ve checked with my personal physician, our travel agent, and several websites, including the Centers for Disease Control and local health […]
Posted inSun Spots
Reader would like to trade a Yamaha keyboard for an acoustic piano
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I want to ask if anyone is willing to trade a Yamaha keyboard for an acoustic piano. Please email me at [email protected]. — Sharon, no town ANSWER: You never know what can happen in Sun Spots Land! Let us know. DEAR SUN SPOTS: In this bitter cold, people are grateful for a […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Waldo Theatre plans Bearly Dead: A Tribute to The Grateful Dead concert Feb. 1
The Boston-based quintet performs a concert-style show that celebrates the journey of the famous band.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Great Falls Comedy Club to feature Boston comedians Friday
James Theberge of Maine is set to record his first comedy special Jan. 25 at live at the club.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Mad Horse Theatre presents ‘Dark Horse Nights’ staged readings
Readings of ‘The Breasts of Tiresias’ is set for 7:30 p.m. Jan. 22 and 29,
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Mike Maurice plans Portland concert Jan. 25
The singer/songwriter and multi instrumentalist from Biddeford is influenced by the playing of John Mayer and the writing of Bon Iver, Fleet Foxes and Gregory Alan Isakov.
Posted inDr. Roach
Rapid heart rate persists for over a decade without evaluation
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 75-year-old woman who, for at least 10 years now, has been experiencing a rapid heart rate. My blood pressure, however, remains normal. In fact, doctors are usually surprised at how good my blood pressure is since I am borderline obese and slightly diabetic. During this past physical, my doctor did […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Jan. 20
100 Years Ago: 1925 It was 40 below zero about town in Kingfield on Monday morning. 50 Years Ago: 1975 The home of Bertrand Marcoux of 195 Central Ave., Lewiston, was broken into Sunday night, and two strong boxes taken. However, the boxes were found intact behind the Marcoux home and police are surmising that […]