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  • Published
    September 2, 2022

    Whoopie pie weights, prices and best by dates provided by baker

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: What’s the weight difference between Marden’s previous $1 whoopie pies and the new $1.50 whoopie pies? Where on the package is the “best by date”? — Gene, Lewiston ANSWER: Those popular whoopie pies are made by Labadie’s Bakery in Lewiston and delivered to Marden’s Lewiston store every Monday and Friday. The $1 […]

  • Published
    September 1, 2022

    Info on property tax program for elder citizens online or via mail

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: I need information on the Maine Property Tax Stabilization for Senior Citizens. I printed the application and need to know what to do next. — No name, Lewiston ANSWER: Let’s start with Step One. For those of you who are wondering how to get the applications, according to the website https://tinyurl.com/mrymuz4n, they […]

  • Published
    August 31, 2022

    Tri-County Mental Health looking for a used Wii for a group

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: I work for Tri-County Mental Health in Lewiston and have a group of people looking for a used Wii. If anyone has one they would be interested in donating, please contact me at 783-4672. — Norman, no town ANSWER: In the remote chance that no one comes forward with the Wii, I’ve […]

  • Published
    August 30, 2022

    Recommendations requested for a will and a wedding officiant

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would like to draw up a new will. I realize that almost any law office is equipped to do this, however I would like to hear from another reader who has had a good experience and was charged a reasonable rate. I had a will done a number of years ago, […]

  • Published
    August 29, 2022

    Sun Spots: Missing a key to your Chevrolet?

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: I found an automobile key for a Chevrolet in Auburn, at the corner of Lake Street and Sunset Avenue. You can reach me at 207-784-6312.—No name, Auburn ANSWER: Someone must be missing that and we all know today’s car keys are expensive to replace. Let us know what happens. DEAR SUN SPOTS: […]

  • Published
    August 26, 2022

    Danville Junction Grange holding flea market, craft fair Sept. 3

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: Danville Junction Grange at 15 Grange St. in Auburn will hold a flea market and craft fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 3 in the parking lot. We will be doing a 50/50 raffle and there will be a baked goods table inside the hall with all other tables outside. […]

  • Published
    August 25, 2022

    Woman’s prescription eyeglasses lost at Great Falls Balloon Festival

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: If anyone in Sun Spots Land found a pair of women’s eyeglasses at or near the balloon festival, I would greatly appreciate a call at 754-9008. The glasses have dark brown, squarish frames and progressive lenses. — Beverly, no town ANSWER: I sure hope you find them—prescription eyeglasses are expensive! Did the […]

  • Published
    August 24, 2022

    Lewiston Senior Citizens brings back cribbage league on Sept. 1

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: On behalf of the Lewiston Senior Citizens, we are pleased to announce that our cribbage league will be starting Thursday mornings effective Sept. 1. Games start at 9 a.m. sharp and doors open at 8 a.m. for those who want to practice prior to that. We ask that you please arrive at […]

  • Published
    August 23, 2022

    Half-gallon canning jars offered to those who can use them

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a dozen half-gallon canning jars that I would like to give to someone who can use them. My phone number is 754-8152. If I don’t answer, please leave me a message and I will call you back. — Trudy, Lewiston ANSWER: Canning jars are in demand right now so you […]

  • Published
    August 22, 2022

    Reader wishes to donate desk with extras to nonprofit

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a large desk with drawers, cubbies, and a built-in bookcase to donate to a non-profit. It must be picked up and will need a couple of strong men to do so, as it is very heavy. I also have quite an assortment of mostly fiction books including some Reader’s Digest […]