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    August 26, 2021

    Homeowner is searching for descendants of Grandville H. Field

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: Deeds show that Grandville H. Field owned our property around 1925. I was hoping one of his descendants might know when the house was built. We know it is about 100 years old and we want to place a plaque with the exact age of the house near the front door. I […]

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    August 25, 2021

    Lewiston homeless shelter for men in need of couch in good condition

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am a helper at St. Martin De Porres in Lewiston, a homeless shelter for men. At this time, the organization is in need of a couch in good condition for the living room area. I am hoping that someone can donate one they no longer need. Please call me at 576-0964 […]

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    August 24, 2021

    Insulin pens can be discarded in hard containers marked ‘sharps’

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: Is there a place where I can discard my used insulin pen needles? I don’t want to put them in the trash. If there is a place I can drop them off, is there a fee? Thanks for all your wisdom. — No name, no town ANSWER: According to the maine.gov website […]

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    August 23, 2021

    Hospice thrift store hosts plant sale on Tuesday

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin Hospice Thrift Store would like to alert everyone in Sun Spots Land about the End-of-Summer Houseplant Sale it is hosting Tuesday, Aug. 24. Featured in this sidewalk sale will be a wide selection of classic, easy-care plants such as pothos, begonias, jade plants, and German and Swedish ivies, as well […]

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    August 20, 2021

    Yarn donations and knitters sought to help needy in Androscoggin County

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: SEARCH (Seek Elderly Alone, Renew Courage & Hope), a program of Catholic Charities, is seeking donations of 4-ply yarn for our volunteer knitters. They need yarn of all colors, in good condition for hats, mittens, socks and slippers, lap blankets and afghans. The items are given to the needy of all ages […]

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    August 19, 2021

    New Mexico journalist shares information on rainbow around the sun

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: I saw your scientifically correct answer to the query about a rainbow around the sun and had to write to share a bit more. First, let me say that I love the name of your column. Right after I graduated from journalism school at Boston University in 1975 I was editor of […]

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    August 18, 2021

    Hartford Heritage Society hosting car show, fundraiser for new roof

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: The J & O Irish Museum at 1225 Main St. (Route 140) in Hartford is hosting an Antique Auto Show from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 28. Rain date is Aug. 29. Please join us, bring your vintage vehicles or just come for lunch, tours of the museum, and check out […]

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    August 17, 2021

    Yard sale shopper looking for shoes paid for but left behind

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: Being an avid reader of Sun Spots, I have found the column to be the place to locate things and inform readers of useful information on many subjects. I’m trying to locate a yard sale that was held on Saturday, Aug. 7, where I purchased three pairs of shoes that were in […]

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    August 16, 2021

    Free soap making supplies available in Auburn

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have soap making supplies that I am no longer using and are free for the taking. The supplies include pretty silicone molds, books, recipes, a stick blender, etc. I can meet the recipient in Auburn to pass them along and can be reached at 225-3887. Please leave a message.—No name, no […]

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    August 13, 2021

    South Paris church plans rummage and yard sale Saturday

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: A large indoor/outdoor rummage and yard sale will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 14, at the First Universalist Church, 36 Pine St. in South Paris. A bag sale will follow from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Clothes, books, furniture, kitchenware, household items, tools and much more will be available. […]