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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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PublishedNovember 22, 2021
Wanted: Stories about The Blue Goose
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am a Bates graduate and wondering if you can tell me about The Blue Goose Tavern on Sabattus Street. This bar is legendary among students and alums, and I want to know how far back the beloved Goose goes.—No name, no town ANSWER: Well, believe it or not, The Blue Goose […]
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PublishedNovember 19, 2021
Donations needed for thrift store to benefit pet shelter
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Excelsior Grange Christmas Fair will be held at the Grange Hall at 446 Harris Hill Road, in Poland on Nov. 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be crafters, door prizes, raffles, baked goods, wreaths and takeout lunch featuring your choice of beef stew, chili or corn chowder, and dessert. […]
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PublishedNovember 18, 2021
For Thanksgiving treats, this Lewiston bakery is for you
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My grandfather and grandmother love to go to the annual FEZtival of Trees in Lewiston but are very concerned about getting COVID-19 despite having their vaccines and boosters. Do you know if they are requiring everyone to wear masks and stay socially distant? — Betty, Lewiston ANSWER: According to the Facebook page […]
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PublishedNovember 17, 2021
Snow to be removed, bikes to give away
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you have names of persons or businesses that remove snow from a driveway and will use the owner’s snow blower? Snow removal from doorsteps is also needed. — No name, Auburn ANSWER: This question is very much top-of-mind during these days leading up to winter. The snow does come every year, […]
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PublishedNovember 16, 2021
Free treadmill available for the taking
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a Weslo Cadence 880 treadmill in good working condition. I no longer use it and it’s free for the taking. Call 225-3545 in the afternoon. — No name, no town ANSWER: I bet this will be scooped up in no time. While I’m thinking of it, I want to gently […]
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PublishedNovember 15, 2021
Auburn Church to hold Fall Fair and how to properly dispose of your used batteries
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The United Methodist Church of Auburn is holding a Fall Fair on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The church is located at 439 Park Ave. Items for sale will include toys, books, white elephant items, crafts, take-out meals of mac and cheese, Chinese pie, sweet and sour chicken, homemade bread […]
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PublishedNovember 12, 2021
Custom leather work and shoe repair services available in area
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m hoping you and your readers can help me locate a leather artisan to sew a leather change purse like the one I’m using. The one I have now is worn beyond repair. — Emily, Auburn ANSWER: Call Maurice Pelletier in Lewiston at 312-9624. He is your man for the job. Maurice […]
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PublishedNovember 11, 2021
Headstone repairs at St. Peter’s Cemetery the responsibility of families
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My sister and I, along with our dad, go to St. Peter’s Cemetery to put flowers at family resting places. . . . (Recently) stones were broken and pushed over randomly throughout the entire cemetery. It made me want to cry. Each plot is owned, so it is up to the families […]
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PublishedNovember 9, 2021
Maine Music Society fourth annual auction online Nov. 6-17
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Maine Music Society is holding its fourth annual online auction from Nov. 6-17. Proceeds support the performances of the Maine Music Society Chorale, Orchestra and Chamber Singers. This is an easy and fun way to begin your holiday shopping or treat yourself! Offerings include one-week getaways, theater tickets, artwork, fashions, gift […]
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