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    July 1, 2021

    Recipients of new child tax credit should check for details with financial pros

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: Since the new child tax credit will be issued monthly, will our tax return refund be less when we file our 2021 tax return? — No name, no town ANSWER: First of all, I am not a tax expert. For questions such as this, the best thing you can do is consult […]

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    June 30, 2021

    Church and library fundraisers scheduled for Farmington and Turner

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: A reminder that the Fairbanks Union Church Deacons will host a Yard Sale on July 9 and 10. We would appreciate any items people are willing to donate. We will pick up within a 20-mile radius of Farmington. We do not accept clothing, computers, older model TVs and computers. The proceeds will […]

  • Published
    June 29, 2021

    Reader requests Farmers’ Almanac to check weather forecast for August

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: Farmers’ Almanacs seem to have disappeared from the store. I’m trying to find out what the weather is going to be for Aug. 5 through 8. I tried looking it up online but didn’t have any luck. I’m hoping another Sun Spots reader has on almanac and can share the information I’m […]

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    June 28, 2021

    Retired transcriptionist has equipment to donate to anyone interested

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am a former medical transcriptionist.  I have many Stedman’s Word reference books, a new foot pedal still in the box, several headphones, and a new keyboard and mouse, all of which I will never use again. After 35-plus years in the profession, I am three years into a new profession I […]

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    June 25, 2021

    YMCA requesting use of dunk tank for veterans’ fundraiser July 17

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: The YMCA is coordinating a veterans’ benefit July 17. We are looking for a dunk tank. If readers know where we can get one to use, please call Jerry Dewitt at 576-0376. — Jerry, no town ANSWER: A dunk tank game is always popular and will draw a good crowd. I hope […]

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    June 24, 2021

    Electric typewriter, cleaning tape for VHS player requested by readers

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: I need an electric typewriter for my church. I can be contacted at nancyleeman30@gmail.com. I enjoy your service. — Nancy, no town ANSWER: If you don’t get an offer of a donated typewriter, or one for a nominal fee, you may want to check out Facebook Marketplace, Craig’s List, or eBay. I […]

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    June 23, 2021

    Searching for Friends and Family

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: My name is Virginia Harris Starbird and I am looking for Connie Lucas Akerly from Lisbon Falls. We have lost touch over the years, and I would like to reconnect with her. If anyone knows Connie, would you please give her my phone number: 524-3455, or my email: ginstar38@aol.com. Thank you! — Virginia, no […]

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    June 22, 2021

    Fundraisers announced for Turner library and Farmington church

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Turner Public Library has exciting news — our Annual Book Sale is back! And it is not only back, with its traditional bargain prices, but it is bigger than ever. For the past year we have been holding a popular ongoing sale in a room on the second floor of our […]

  • Published
    June 21, 2021

    L&A Veterans Council has new treasurer for Veterans Memorial Park info

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the June 14 Sun Spots, in your response to the question about the monuments at the Veterans Memorial Park in Lewiston, unfortunately Norm Cote passed away recently, and I do not know who took over for him as treasurer for the L&A Veterans Council. — Connie, Lewiston ANSWER: I am so […]

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    June 18, 2021

    Child’s pink glasses found in Livermore Falls Recreation Park

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: We would like to thank the person who found the pink glasses at the Livermore Falls Recreation Park. They are my granddaughter’s and her parents are grateful that someone found them. Your column helps so many people. Thank you for your service. — Susan, Monmouth ANSWER: I’m so happy — hooray! DEAR […]