DEAR SUN SPOTS: In June 28 Sun Spots I saw the inquiry from Linda at Frye School Senior Housing about Super Tock 4. I have ordered the 20-inch version of the board game from Amazon. It should arrive Monday and I will have it delivered to Frye School Senior Housing on Tuesday. Thank you for […]
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Connections, contractors, Cory Froomkin
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I put an ad in your column about a month ago about a lawn chair that would lay down straight. You responded with the name and contact information of a man in Lewiston who had one. The next day I went to see him and he had just what I wanted. He […]
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Knitting needles, bugs, furniture
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have many knitting needles of various sizes to give away to a nonprofit that could use them, such as a school, summer program or nursing home. If interested, please email [email protected]. — Beth, Greene ANSWER: I know lots of nonprofits with such a need. Be ready for a full inbox! DEAR SUN […]
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Many Ways to Donate
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We read your column daily and faithfully. We find you are very generous in providing answers to readers’ requests. We at Frye School Senior Housing are anxiously looking for a Tock board game, “Super Tock 4.” It’s an old Canadian board game that is still very popular, but we haven’t been able […]
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Special pin, Liberty Festival
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I found a gold pin that says “Grandma” and has little birthstone booties on it. I would like to return this precious item to the rightful owner who lost it. You may call me at 207-783-2324 to claim it. —No name, no town ANSWER: I would be heartsick if I lost such […]
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Fire Department Book, TV Answers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: For the reader looking for the classified ad for tree service (June 25 Sun Spots) it was for Webster Tree. They are licensed and insured, do free estimates and perform removal, stump grinding, and pruning. The contact number is 784-9421. — No name, no town DEAR SUN SPOTS: I heard on the […]
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Gift Card, LHS Info
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Fairbanks Union Church, located at 583 Fairbanks Road in Farmington will be hosting a yard sale on Saturday, June 30 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The deacons of the church will be using these proceeds for many community service projects including tissues for teachers; homeless teens; burned-out victims; Backpack Project, and […]
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New recycling ideas for old or unwanted items
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the June 22 Sun Spots, I have found that 20 Mule Team Borax is the answer to getting rid of fleas. Just sprinkle on carpets and floors, let set for several hours then vacuum. Repeat the next day. After that, once a week will take care of the flea problem. —Maggie, […]
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Reader needs safe way to rid house of fleas
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Does anyone know of a safe item to spray in our house to get rid of fleas? We have three cats – two indoor and one who goes in and out. I’m not fond of the flea bomb. I’ve put Bravecto on our cats, but would like to get rid of fleas […]
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Sun Spots 101: How this column works
DEAR SUN SPOTS: There is a small bird that keeps flying into my kitchen window. It happens in the morning and afternoon hours. Have you ever heard of this? —No name, no town ANSWER: I haven’t, but I’m wondering if something on your windowsill or in your kitchen is drawing the bird’s attention. It might […]