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  February 28, 2023

  Woman’s Literary Union accepting prom gowns for April 8 giveaway

  DEAR SUN SPOTS: You can get a free dress for prom at the Woman’s Literary Union Prom Gown Giveaway on Saturday, April 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Foss Mansion, 19 Elm St. in Auburn. To schedule your fitting, go to https://tinyurl.com/2p8ha5t5 We thank everyone who has donated gowns. We have so […]

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  February 28, 2023

  Mexico church hosting traditional New England boiled dinner Saturday

  DEAR SUN SPOTS: A public supper will be served at 5 p.m. Saturday, March 4, at the Mexico Congregational Church, UCC (the Green Church); 163 Main St. The meal will be a traditional New England boiled dinner with ham, turnip, cabbage, carrots, onions, red potatoes and biscuits, with pies for dessert. The price is $12 […]

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  February 27, 2023

  Prom Gown Giveaway set for April in Auburn

  DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Woman’s Literary Union Prom Gown Giveaway is almost here. Are you looking for a free dress for prom? You can get one at the WLU Prom Gown Giveaway on Saturday, April 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Foss Mansion at 19 Elm St. in Auburn. To schedule your […]

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  February 24, 2023

  Thanks to those who paid for groceries and shoveled church walkway

  DEAR SUN SPOTS: This is a feel-good story: Last Friday morning, I was at Hannaford in Auburn standing at a checkout line. A woman approached me and said, “If you come over to lane 5, I will take care of you.” She was wearing a coat so I knew she was not a cashier, but […]

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  February 23, 2023

  List of dog-friendly parks, beaches and hiking trails requested for central Maine

  DEAR SUN SPOTS: Is there a list of dog-friendly beaches, parks and hiking trails for central Maine? It would be great to have this information on hand. — No name, no town ANSWER: I don’t know of an actual list but dogs are welcome on all Maine state park beaches, provided they are leashed,  from […]

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  February 22, 2023

  Reader offers suggestion for woman asking about handmade heating pads

  DEAR SUN SPOTS: You had a woman ask for a microwave “bag” to warm her feet in bed (Feb. 17 Sun Spots). My sister-in-law, Louise Decoteau, makes the very best rice bags. You can get small or big sizes and her prices are very reasonable. She can make whatever size you like. I pop them […]

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  February 21, 2023

  Online ads promising government will pay seniors’ funeral costs are a scam

  DEAR SUN SPOTS: There are times when online I see advertisements stating that the government will pay for funeral costs for seniors. I am asking if this is a scam. I have wondered for a long time, therefore I am writing to you to clear it up. Thank you for your kindness for answering my […]

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  February 20, 2023

  Dog leash found at BMV parking lot

  DEAR SUN SPOTS: Last Thursday afternoon (Feb. 16), as I was returning to my car at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles in Lewiston, I found what appears to be a dog leash on the ground next to my vehicle. It is woven, has a hand loop on one end and a clip on the other […]

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  February 17, 2023

  Do-it-yourself heating pads require cotton fabric and rice or dried corn

  DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for someone who can make a “bean bag” I can heat up to keep my feet warm at night. Socks and extra blankets don’t help. Heat is the only way to warm up my cold feet! Call me at 212-0501. — No name, Lisbon ANSWER: I know what you’re talking […]

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  February 15, 2023

  WCSH’s temperature gauge for Lewiston is waiting for equipment repair

  DEAR SUN SPOTS: On WCSH weather, why is the Lewiston current temperature always blank? — Ron, no town ANSWER: According to Jason Nappi of Newscenter, the equipment for the Lewiston temperature gauge is waiting to be fixed. There have been similar scenarios ever since the pandemic started. It’s a good thing that in this day and […]

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