DEAR SUN SPOTS: St. Catherine of Sienna Church at 32 Paris St. in Norway will host an ice cream social Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 6 p.m., offering a sweet way for the community to enjoy summer and support a meaningful cause. Guests can enjoy ice cream with a full selection of toppings, along with a […]
Mary Delamater
Mary Delamater has lived in western Maine all her life and started her career at the Sun Journal as a proofreader, freelance writer and photographer. Eventually, she moved to an editing position, reading staff-generated stories and laying out pages for the Oxford Hills region. With changes to the publication over the years, she has continued on the copy desk, ensuring stories reflect the paper's values of truth, fairness, excellence and compassion. She is a graduate of Oxford Hills High School in Paris and has attended and/or led workshops on reporting and editing. She's one of 14 children and aunt to dozens of nieces and nephews. She enjoys family gatherings, hosting the annual Merrill Family Christmas Open House, cooking, home decorating, reading, boating, daily walks and chairing the Sun Journal Fun Committee.
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Danville Junction Grange hosting Yard Sale in Auburn | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Danville Junction Grange at 15 Grange St. in Auburn is sponsoring an Indoor-Outdoor Yard Sale on Saturday, July 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p. m. There will be raffles, baked goods, RADA cutlery, attic treasures, plants and much more. Outdoor tables are available for rent to crafters or to those who […]
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Information to stay safe in the heat | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTTERS: I know you won’t see this until Friday but I don’t feel like I’d be doing my job as Ms. Sun Spots if I didn’t share this information with those of you who may not have internet services and/or access to all the social media options. When you read this, hopefully the […]
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Alter L/A offering relief from the heat | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Over the next several days, extreme temperatures are expected in our area. For someone living without air conditioning, or without a home at all, this kind of heat can quickly become a medical emergency. That’s why Alter L/A Transitional Shelter at 70 Horton St. in Lewiston (Horton Street back entrance) is opening […]
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Ms. Sun Spots is taking a short break | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTTERS: Once again I need to be away from my desk for bit while I tend to some family matters. Sometimes we must go with the flow and assist our loved ones when needed. I’m not a fan of leaving Maine in the summertime but where I have to go is almost as […]
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Patriotic concert at Auburn’s Festival Park | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Auburn Community Concert Band will present an evening of patriotic music at Festival Plaza on Main Street in downtown Auburn on Wednesday, July 1. It is free and will take place from 7- 8:30 p.m. It may be the only such patriotic-themed band concert of its kind taking place anywhere in […]
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Baked bean supper Tuesday at Auburn church / Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: There will be a baked bean supper at Sixth Street Congregational Church at 109 Sixth St. in Auburn on Tuesday, June 30, from 4:30-6 p.m. There will be two kinds of beans, red hot dogs, brown hot dogs, cole slaw, assorted casseroles, assorted desserts and beverages. The cost is $12 for adults, […]
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Poland Spring Sunset Concert starts Monday | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Poland Spring Preservation Society is pleased to present the lineup for its Annual Sunset Concert Series. This year we are celebrating our 50th anniversary. The Sunset Concert Series takes place outdoors at the Poland Spring Resort Gazebo at 22 Robbins Way, and begins Monday, June 22. The series will continue every Monday […]
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Indoor/outdoor sale at Mexico church Saturday | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Mexico Congregational Church UCC, also known as the “Green Church,” at 163 Main St., will have an indoor/outdoor sale and bake sale Saturday, June 20, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This will be a great time to pick up household goods for home or camp. There will also be an ample supply […]
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Giant yard sale in Poland to benefit two groups | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Friends of Ricker Memorial Library and the Poland Seniors Group will hold a giant yard sale at 1223 Maine St. (Route 26) on Saturday, June 20, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Among the items for sale are dishes, glassware, linens, puzzles, knickknacks, crafts, a baby crib and more. — Terri, Poland […]