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PublishedDecember 6, 2021
Reader seeks to help veterans
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I want to donate to local veterans’ projects. How can I find information what projects exist in Maine? I greatly enjoy Sun Spots.—No name, no town ANSWER: Here are two ideas, for starters: • Maine Veterans’ Homes is a good option (https://mainevets.org/, development@mainevets.org, 207-622-0075). They provide long-term care to veterans and eligible family […]
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PublishedDecember 3, 2021
Baker looking for recipes for Christmas cookies with chutzpah
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for a cookie recipe for this holiday that will really wow my family. We usually do sugar cookie cutouts, but I think it would be fun to do something with more flavor and holiday chutzpah. Can you recommend one or two? — No name, Auburn ANSWER: Our family goes crazy […]
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PublishedDecember 2, 2021
Baking with fresh yeast requires delicate handling and specific steps
DEAR SUN SPOTS: For the second year in a row my Thanksgiving rolls didn’t rise much. Everyone said they were fine, but you know what “fine” means. I used fresh yeast. What am I doing wrong? — No name, Poland ANSWER: Remember, yeast is a living thing. It’s somewhat delicate and there isn’t a wide […]
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PublishedDecember 1, 2021
Time and Temperature phone number for Maine still works
DEAR SUN SPOTS: It’s been a while since I called the Time and Temperature phone number. To my surprise, it just rings when I call it and it isn’t answered with the time, temperature, and brief weather report. Is it now a thing of the past or did something break? Will it be repaired and […]
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PublishedNovember 30, 2021
Auburn church, Poland Football Boosters holding holiday fairs
DEAR SUN SPOTS: First Universalist Church of Auburn Unitarian Universalist will be at Whiting Farm from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 4 selling custom gift baskets and gift cards. There will also be a raffle. Please note that sales are cash only. Whiting Farm is at 876 Summer St. in Auburn. This four-season farm […]
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PublishedNovember 29, 2021
Lewiston’s canals sometimes need TLC
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I noticed on my walks to work lately that some of the canals in Lewiston have been drained. What’s going on? — No name, Lewiston ANSWER: The historic canals need to be cleaned and maintained periodically or sometimes there is a construction project in progress that the water level would affect. The […]
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PublishedNovember 26, 2021
Traffic light at Auburn intersection was temporary for detour
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a couple of questions about the area where Park Avenue ends at Mount Auburn Avenue in Auburn. A traffic light was installed earlier this year and was operational for a short while. I’m wondering why it is no longer in service. I found it very useful when making a left […]
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PublishedNovember 25, 2021
State website lists Christmas tree farms for cutting your own
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The North Parish Tree Farm in Turner was closed last year when my family went to get a Christmas tree. Do you know if they’ll be open this year, and if not, where is there another good place to go where my grandchildren and I can cut down a tree? It’s a […]
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PublishedNovember 24, 2021
New resident looking for favorite nature reserves, historic sites
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Since moving to Maine a few weeks ago, I’d like to spend more time outdoors. It would be great if other Sun Spots readers shared their favorite nature reserves and historic sites within the Lewiston and Auburn area. — Joaquin, no town ANSWER: OK, Sun Spotters! Here’s your chance to shine by […]
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PublishedNovember 23, 2021
Auburn apartment tenant seeks location for recyclables
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My landlord doesn’t have recycling bins. Is there a place in town where I can bring my recycling? — No name, no town ANSWER: Have you talked to your landlord about this? According to the City’s municipal code under sec. 44-29. Duties of landlords: “Every owner of rental property shall provide his […]
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