DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Heywood Club of Norway’s Annual 7 Mile Yard Sale will be held Saturday, July 17, not on the 18th as was previously printed. I’m sorry for any confusion. It will still be a great time, just a day earlier. We’ll see you there! — Barbara, Norway ANSWER: This event was published […]
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Pizzeria is open, busy and hiring
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Why is the Lewiston House of Pizza on Lincoln Street closed? It has been one of our favorite places to order pizza over the years.—Marcel, no town ANSWER: Oh dear, you must have called or stopped in on a Sunday. The staff members at Lewiston House of Pizza assure me they are […]
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Blood drive scheduled Saturday at Lisbon Falls church hall
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Knights of Columbus Council 10019 will sponsor a blood drive from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Parish Hall of Holy Trinity Church, 67 Frost Hill Ave. in Lisbon Falls. To make an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org. Thank you for all the wonderful assistance you give every […]
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Buyer wanted for collectible dolls in original boxes
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Thanks for all the great help you provide. I have three questions: Is there anyone who buys collectible dolls that are in their original boxes? Do you have the name of a woman who is a wonderful house cleaner? And lastly, I am looking for a gardener who has experience helping older […]
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Norway’s Heywood Club Hosts Fundraiser
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Heywood Club of Norway’s Annual Seven-Mile Yard Sale will be held July 18. We are hoping more people will have had their COVID-19 shots by then, but will still be requiring everyone to wear masks. As you know, we were unable to have it last year because of the pandemic. We […]
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Car, house keys found on Mitchell Street
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I was walking on Mitchell Street in Lewiston at about 3:30 p.m. Saturday, May 22, and found a set of car keys in the road. I grabbed them up because I was concerned they may get run over. The Jeep key fob has a retractable key and what appears to be a […]
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Volunteers needed to harvest excess farm produce to feed people in need
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin Gleaners are looking for volunteers for the summer and fall growing season. We are affiliated with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and Healthy Androscoggin, and work with local farms to harvest excess produce and put it into the hands of organizations that fill emergency food needs in our community. […]
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Stories requested about dads sought for Father’s Day edition
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Once again, I’m crowdsourcing for a potential story for publication in the Sun Journal. This time I want to know about the dad in your life. Dads — just like moms — play a special role in our lives. For example, among other things, my dad taught me how to balance a […]
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Squirrels and chipmunks fed by neighbor are plaguing homeowner
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Does anyone know how to get rid of squirrels and chipmunks? My neighbor feeds them and they’re all over my lawn, deck and have even dug a tunnel under my pool liner. I need help and ideas. — Gerry, no town ANSWER: I hope you’re able to have a conversation with your […]
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Auburn ski association requesting mailboxes for treats along the trails
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Auburn Nordic Ski Association is looking for a few good mailboxes. During the winter months, these decorated mailboxes are scattered along the ANSA Nordic ski trails to offer a little sweet treat to skiers passing by. I am hoping to increase the number of mailboxes on the trails and could use any […]