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June 25, 2019

Reader asks about newspaper columns, weather data

DEAR SUN SPOTS: You know everything. Where is the Adams’ column? She wrote of gardening and geese. Where is Mr. Neal’s column? His column was in the Sunday Sun Journal. Where is “Check it Out”? The column is greatly missed. And in regards to the new weather format, what is “wx”? — Jay, Jay ANSWER: […]
Published
June 24, 2019

Owner of lost keepsake gold chain and anchor offers reward

DEAR SUN SPOTS: You’re my last resort. On June 6 I lost my precious gold chain with a little gold anchor on it. My heart is broken as this is a sentimental item. I’ve checked everywhere I’ve been and have had no luck. I’m hoping a Sun Spots reader may have found it. I will […]
Published
June 19, 2019

Information provided for making teddy bears from fur coats

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have information about making teddy bears from fur coats (June 18 Sun Spots). Contact “Teddy Bears by Paulette” at 784-6728. — Carolyn, no town DEAR SUN SPOTS: A month ago I wrote to find out if certain schools keep past school photos and records of report cards. You had said to call […]
Published
June 19, 2019

Musicians and poets invited to share in Heartbeat of Home

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Maine musicians and poets are being sought for Heartbeat of Home, a statewide music project. The Maine Commission for Community Service is celebrating its 25th year by inviting Maine musicians and poets to be part of a new statewide music recording project that aims to celebrate the diversity of Maine communities and invigorate […]
Published
June 19, 2019

Reader who found keys in East Livermore wants to find owner

DEAR SUN SPOTS: On June 10 while walking I found a bunch of keys on the side of Route 133 in East Livermore. If anyone has lost keys, please call me at 615-3203 for identification. Thanks. — Diane, no town ANSWER: I’m sure someone is in quite a pickle from losing these keys! Diane, you […]
Published
June 17, 2019

Host families needed for foreign exchange students

DEAR SUN SPOTS: ASSE International Student Exchange Programs is seeking local families to host boys and girls between the ages of 15 to 18 from countries around the world. Students come with an enthusiasm to practice their English and experience American culture. They will also share their culture with host families. Host families welcome these […]
Published
June 14, 2019

Unusual Talents, Favorite Breakfast Foods

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Second Annual Norway Fringe Showcase is seeking performers for this year’s show. This event is designed to provide space for performances that may lie beyond the comfort zone for some, as well as to provide a place for artistic expression that is unlikely to be featured in local venues. This event […]
Published
June 14, 2019

Donations for new high school in memory of Auburn leaders

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Now that Auburn voters have approved the local funding of the new high school, I want to urge residents to contribute to the local share of the building fund, as my husband, Bob, and I have done. We have made symbolic donations to the new school’s legacy fund in memory of recently […]
Published
June 14, 2019

Leeds Clothing Center holding bag sale; United Way packing backpacks

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Leeds Clothing Center at 160 Church Hill Road is having a bag sale Saturday, June 15. We did this last year and had much success. The Clothing Center is next to the Russell Medical Center in a large yellow building. The bag sale is $2 for a bag that you can […]
Published
June 13, 2019

Moxie Festival soliciting vendors; tub refinishing needed

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Moxie Festival Committee members seek a wide variety of vendors to sell food and products, and share information with our Moxie fans and friends on Friday and Saturday, July 12 and 13. We welcome commercial food and beverage vendors, commercial exhibitors, craft vendors, nonprofit organizations and school groups. New this year: […]

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