DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am a former medical transcriptionist. I have many Stedman’s Word reference books, a new foot pedal still in the box, several headphones, and a new keyboard and mouse, all of which I will never use again. After 35-plus years in the profession, I am three years into a new profession I […]
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YMCA requesting use of dunk tank for veterans’ fundraiser July 17
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The YMCA is coordinating a veterans’ benefit July 17. We are looking for a dunk tank. If readers know where we can get one to use, please call Jerry Dewitt at 576-0376. — Jerry, no town ANSWER: A dunk tank game is always popular and will draw a good crowd. I hope […]
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Electric typewriter, cleaning tape for VHS player requested by readers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I need an electric typewriter for my church. I can be contacted at [email protected]. I enjoy your service. — Nancy, no town ANSWER: If you don’t get an offer of a donated typewriter, or one for a nominal fee, you may want to check out Facebook Marketplace, Craig’s List, or eBay. I […]
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Searching for Friends and Family
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My name is Virginia Harris Starbird and I am looking for Connie Lucas Akerly from Lisbon Falls. We have lost touch over the years, and I would like to reconnect with her. If anyone knows Connie, would you please give her my phone number: 524-3455, or my email: [email protected]. Thank you! — Virginia, no […]
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Fundraisers announced for Turner library and Farmington church
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Turner Public Library has exciting news — our Annual Book Sale is back! And it is not only back, with its traditional bargain prices, but it is bigger than ever. For the past year we have been holding a popular ongoing sale in a room on the second floor of our […]
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L&A Veterans Council has new treasurer for Veterans Memorial Park info
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the June 14 Sun Spots, in your response to the question about the monuments at the Veterans Memorial Park in Lewiston, unfortunately Norm Cote passed away recently, and I do not know who took over for him as treasurer for the L&A Veterans Council. — Connie, Lewiston ANSWER: I am so […]
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Child’s pink glasses found in Livermore Falls Recreation Park
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We would like to thank the person who found the pink glasses at the Livermore Falls Recreation Park. They are my granddaughter’s and her parents are grateful that someone found them. Your column helps so many people. Thank you for your service. — Susan, Monmouth ANSWER: I’m so happy — hooray! DEAR […]
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Help needed to alleviate skin rash from browntail moth caterpillars
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m interested in hearing from everyone in Sun Spots Land about how they are treating their brown tail moth caterpillar rashes effectively. We need help. — Jean, Turner ANSWER: I have heard that the good people of Turner are really suffering this summer and I am so sorry you’re going through this. […]
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Several options available to deal with browntail moth caterpillars
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Recently, the Sun Journal had an article from the Morning Sentinel regarding the effort by the Waterville City Council to combat the infestation of browntail moths. I wonder if they have found any solution to this public health problem. Lewiston is overrun by the highly toxic caterpillars and they are defoliating many […]
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Cellphone lost and 1966 Oxford Hills High School Yearbook found
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I lost my black LG Android smart phone around May 20 and 21 somewhere in the Lewiston or Sabattus area. I’ve called all the places where I had been, but no one has found it yet. It would be greatly appreciated if it was found and returned to me. My contact number […]