DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you have the name of an electrician in your Rolodex for the Rumford area? I need one for a lot of small jobs. Thank you.—No name, Rumford ANSWER: Having good licensed tradesmen in your life is a must. I hope Sun Spots readers will write in with recommendations. Also, if you […]
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Thank you to Long-time Minister of Music
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The West Auburn Congregational Church would like to thank Charles Marshall and wish him well upon his retirement after 75 years as our minister of music. We would also like to introduce Ryan Slocum as our new organist. Please join us to welcome Ryan at our Sunday services from 9-10 a.m. with […]
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In-home hair care, feline fundraiser
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am hoping you have names of someone in your Rolodex or someone who will read this and be able to help. I’m looking for a beautician who will go to a private home in Auburn to give a shampoo and set to an elderly lady. We can provide the hair dryer. Please […]
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Phone scammers continue scheme about relatives needing help
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the Nov. 14 Sun Spots about robocalls and scams, I’d like to remind people that certain scam calls are circulating again. The caller will say, “This is your grandson. I had a car accident in New York and they are charging me with reckless driving.” It did really sound like my […]
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Auburn reader seeks great lobster recipes
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am hoping you and all the other great cooks out there can help me find a good recipe for lobster pie or casserole. Sun Spots is my favorite part of the paper.—Darlene, Auburn ANSWER: Thank you so much, Darlene. This is a favorite lobster recipe from Marjorie Standish, author of Cooking […]
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Free bike docks for nonprofits; support services for older adults
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The mission of the Maine Cycling Club is to promote and support safe biking for transportation and enjoyment in the Greater Lewiston-Auburn region. As part of this effort, the MCC is willing to donate 10 bike parking docks for free to local nonprofits. Placing a bike dock in front of any business sends […]
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Lisbon Falls reader asks for plumber recommendations to fix faucet
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you have the name of a plumber in your Rolodex? I have a leaky faucet that needs to be repaired. I enjoy reading your column. — Rae, Lisbon Falls ANSWER: Plumbers are very special to me as I have a son-in-law and grandson in the trade, making them sixth and seventh […]
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Model of water-powered mill requested by Museum L/A
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Your readers have been helpful in the past when we’ve reached out with a request or question. We’re looking for information about the canals in Lewiston that were the source of power for the mills prior to electricity. Specifically, we’re wondering if any reader has a working model of a mill powered […]
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Thanksgiving stories, volunteers sought
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We’re asking readers to get the word out that the Sun Journal is doing a special feature on personal Thanksgiving stories. Please share this request with family and friends. What’s your favorite, most meaningful thing about the holiday? Is it a special food you make? Or one someone else cooks that you […]
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Searching for a way to get rid of ravens
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Our Lady of Ransom Church at 119 Elm St in Mechanic Falls will be sponsoring a Christmas Fair on Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors are welcome and tables may be rented for $20 each. Lunch will be available. For more information, please call me at 345-3274. — Josie, […]