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November 20, 2019

In-home hair care, feline fundraiser

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am hoping you have names of someone in your Rolodex or someone who will read this and be able to help. I’m looking for a beautician who will go to a private home in Auburn to give a shampoo and set to an elderly lady. We can provide the hair dryer. Please […]
Published
November 18, 2019

Phone scammers continue scheme about relatives needing help

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the Nov. 14 Sun Spots about robocalls and scams, I’d like to remind people that certain scam calls are circulating again. The caller will say, “This is your grandson. I had a car accident in New York and they are charging me with reckless driving.” It did really sound like my […]
Published
November 17, 2019

Auburn reader seeks great lobster recipes

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am hoping you and all the other great cooks out there can help me find a good recipe for lobster pie or casserole. Sun Spots is my favorite part of the paper.—Darlene, Auburn ANSWER: Thank you so much, Darlene. This is a favorite lobster recipe from Marjorie Standish, author of Cooking […]
Published
November 16, 2019

Free bike docks for nonprofits; support services for older adults

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The mission of the Maine Cycling Club is to promote and support safe biking for transportation and enjoyment in the Greater Lewiston-Auburn region. As part of this effort, the MCC is willing to donate 10 bike parking docks for free to local nonprofits. Placing a bike dock in front of any business sends […]
Published
November 12, 2019

Lisbon Falls reader asks for plumber recommendations to fix faucet

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you have the name of a plumber in your Rolodex? I have a leaky faucet that needs to be repaired. I enjoy reading your column. — Rae, Lisbon Falls ANSWER: Plumbers are very special to me as I have a son-in-law and grandson in the trade, making them sixth and seventh […]
Published
November 12, 2019

Model of water-powered mill requested by Museum L/A

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Your readers have been helpful in the past when we’ve reached out with a request or question. We’re looking for information about the canals in Lewiston that were the source of power for the mills prior to electricity. Specifically, we’re wondering if any reader has a working model of a mill powered […]
Published
November 11, 2019

Thanksgiving stories, volunteers sought

DEAR SUN SPOTS: We’re asking readers to get the word out that the Sun Journal is doing a special feature on personal Thanksgiving stories. Please share this request with family and friends. What’s your favorite, most meaningful thing about the holiday? Is it a special food you make? Or one someone else cooks that you […]
Published
November 11, 2019

Searching for a way to get rid of ravens

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Our Lady of Ransom Church at 119 Elm St in Mechanic Falls will be sponsoring a Christmas Fair on Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors are welcome and tables may be rented for $20 each. Lunch will be available. For more information, please call me at 345-3274. — Josie, […]
Published
November 10, 2019

Appreciating veterans and helping local musicians

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Mexico Historical Society will honor U.S. veterans by serving an appreciation supper at 5 p.m. on Nov. 18 at Calvin Lyons Hall on Gary Wentzell Lane, in back of the Mexico Town Office. If you need transportation, call (207) 357-4700 or email amyspearmaine@gmail.com one week in advance. DEAR SUN SPOTS: Due to […]
Published
November 6, 2019

Free therapies offered for persons impacted by cancer

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine is pleased to announce the expansion of their free complementary therapy program to anyone in Western Maine who has been impacted by cancer whether they are still in treatment, on a break from treatment, or out of treatment for any period of time. This is […]

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