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October 8, 2019

Readers want to fill Christmas stockings for needy children

DEAR SUN SPOTS: A little while ago you posted about a local charity that was looking for filled Christmas stockings for children. Our church would like to do this, but I don’t know who was looking. — Catherine, no town DEAR SUN SPOTS: Could you send me the name of the food pantry that gives […]
Published
October 6, 2019

Free sofa bed offered; donations requested for seniors’ Christmas gifts

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a sofa bed I would like to give away. If anyone is interested, please call me at 615-3203. —Diane, Livermore Falls ANSWER: I’m sure someone will be very appreciative of this offer, Diane. Thank you for your generosity. DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am looking for the name of the facility […]
Published
October 5, 2019

Handyman/carpenter needed for repairs and A-frame swing construction

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Would you please point your magic wand on your infamous Rolodex for a handyman/carpenter, perhaps a retired gentleman, who would be interested in a sweet job and extra cash. I need help to build an “A” frame for my swing. I have the seat and ropes. I would be forever grateful. — […]
Published
October 5, 2019

Tabs for Ronald McDonald House used for families needing housing

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I lost a ring that my husband gave me when I was shopping at Food City in Lisbon Falls between 2 and 2:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27. If you found the ring or have any information, please contact me at gram50494@yahoo.com or call 353- 5041. — Heidi, no town DEAR SUN SPOTS: A […]
Published
October 2, 2019

Seniors ask for reliable, affordable help to fix computers

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a Hewlett Packard personal computer Premier 7 that was compromised a few months ago. I’m looking for someone to clean out my computer and not charge me a fortune. Is there such a person who is fair to seniors? I need my computer to keep in touch with my children. […]
Published
October 2, 2019

Purse owner thankful for its return; Hello-Ween organizers seek volunteers

DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Aug. 30, I was at a Sea Dogs game in Portland and left my purse hanging in a bathroom stall. Later, when I went to put something back into my purse, I realized it was gone. I ran back to the ladies’ room and it was no longer there. I went […]
Published
October 1, 2019

Grill/Smoker for Non-profit

DEAR SUN SPOTS: We’re moving across the country and cannot take my husband’s large grill/smoker with us. Is there a local organization that would be interested in us donating it for their events? The smoker attachment can be removed. We do not have a truck so it would need to be picked up. Please contact […]
Published
September 27, 2019

Literacy Volunteers seeks public interest in French version of Scrabble

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Literacy Volunteers Androscoggin is thinking about adding a French version of Scrabble to our annual Letters for Literacy Scrabble Fest. This will be the 22nd year of Scrabble Fest, which involves team competition rather than individual players. It’s tremendous fun and a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon with friends, and […]
Published
September 27, 2019

Blood drive planned at Lisbon; reader asks how to donate to Farmington recovery

DEAR SUN SPOTS: American Legion Post 66 of Lisbon Falls will sponsor a blood drive from 2 to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, at the Parish Hall of Holy Trinity Church, 67 Frost Hill Ave. in Lisbon Falls. Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or go online to redcrossblood.org to make an appointment. To complete your predonation […]
Published
September 24, 2019

Free organ offered to anyone who goes to Minot to pick it up

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have an organ in good condition that is free to anyone who would like it. It can be picked up at our house. Please call 576-5952. — No name, Minot DEAR SUN SPOTS: Can you find out why no stores sell card shufflers? I like the crank-type that I got on […]

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