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April 25, 2019

Volunteers wanted for Lewiston shelter, Phillips railroad

DEAR SUN SPOTS: First of all, thank you always for the valuable information you provide to Sun Spots fans and beyond. St. Martin de Porres Residences Inc., a homeless shelter, has been in existence in Lewiston for 27 years. An important part of our shelter is our thrift shop called “Bargain Basket” at College and […]
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April 22, 2019

Searching for ELHS Classmates

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Edward Little High School Class of 1974 is holding its 45th class reunion from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, at the Maine Wedding Barn and Event Center, 418 Center Minot Hill in Minot. The committee is searching for addresses for the following classmates: Michael Bell, Jacqueline Binette, Scott Buerhaus, Patricia […]
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April 22, 2019

Hospice volunteer shares experience; artwork requested

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the call for volunteers in the April 3 Sun Spots, I retired a couple of years ago, and having always volunteered during my work life, I wanted that aspect to continue. It had to be just the right assignment, something new as well as giving back to the community. While exploring, […]
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April 22, 2019

Church holding yard sale; Cub Scouts seek medical supplies

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Ladies Guild of Our Lady of Ransom Church at 117 Elm St. in Mechanic Falls will sponsor a yard sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 1. Tables are available for $20 each. Please call 345-3274 for more information. — Josie, Mechanic Falls ANSWER: Hooray for yard sale season! […]
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April 20, 2019

ELHS grads to hold scholarship fundraisers

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Swasey-Torrey American Legion Post 100 in Dixfield will hold a craft fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 4. Table rental is $15, or two for $25. Concessions will be sold. For more information call 357-1061. — Jodi, Dixfield DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Edward Little High School Class of 1976 has […]
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April 19, 2019

Lewiston Youth Advisory Council

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The city of Lewiston is seeking members for the 2019-20 Lewiston Youth Advisory Council year of service, which will run from July 2019 to July, 2020. Applications may be submitted online at www.lewistonmaine.gov/lyacapplication19 through May 17. Copies of the application can also be printed from the web and mailed to Lewiston City […]
Published
April 18, 2019

Mom’s advice solicited; Museum L-A seeking Elmet Technologies info

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Sun Journal wants to get the word out that we’re working on a special feature about “Mom’s Advice” for our Mother’s Day issue May 12. Readers, please tell us the best, the worst, and even the zaniest advice you’ve received from “dear old mom” over the years. You can also add […]
Published
April 17, 2019

Readers seek help with rototilling, upholstery and refinishing floors

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you have names and phone numbers of people who rototill gardens in the Lewiston area? — No name, Lewiston ANSWER: Calling all readers! Please send in recommendations for able-bodied rototiller handlers! We need to plump up that Rolodex ASAP; it’s gardening season! DEAR SUN SPOTS: You have helped me before so […]
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April 15, 2019

Phone book, Mary Jo Kopechne book and Moxie Festival are topics

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I wrote to you asking if anyone had an old Fairpoint phone book with individual listings. I would either pick it up or pay to have it mailed to me. Unfortunately, I misplaced the phone numbers of the people who said they had one. I am now asking if those who answered […]
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April 15, 2019

Fundraisers helping feral felines and church steeple restoration

DEAR SUN SPOTS: We’re looking for bakers and bottle donations and welcome any financial donations to help us with Tommy’s Feral Feline Friends’ Easter bake sale and bottle drive. It will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 19 and 20 at Sabattus Street Storage (in the old office) at 1434 Sabattus St. […]

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