DEAR SUN SPOTS: The other day I saw an American flag with blue and white stripes. I know one blue stripe is in support of law enforcement, but they were all blue and white. Do you know what this means? Thank you for all your valuable help to us all. — Gail, No town ANSWER: Where did […]
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Missing Photos, Digital Photos, School Supplies
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On July 29 at AMVETS in New Gloucester, I set up a table of “free” items, asking only for donations with all proceeds going toward a scholarship in my dad’s name. I had made a poster with an American flag attached and there were 2 5- by 7-inch framed pictures of my […]
Good causes, fresh produce for seniors
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Androscoggin Humane Society and Alley Cats L/A presents our Annual Biggest Yard Sale Ever at 55 Strawberry Ave. in Lewiston on Saturday August 19 from 8am-3pm. We need your GOOD stuff to sell to benefit our spay/neuter programs. If you have items to donate, please call 784-1553 or 783-2311. You can also […]
Mrs. Sun Spots assures reader that column still going strong
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I need your help again! I have subscribed to the Sun Journal for many, many years. Now that the paper has been sold, will Sun Spots stay? The Costello family thanked their customers for their faithfulness for years, but did not share if there would be changes. I’m also hoping you can […]
Bolster Heights seeks fish tank, accessories
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Bolster Heights would like to know if anyone has a good size fish tank and accessories that they no longer want or need. We would like to put one in our front lobby for our residents and guests to enjoy. If someone only has accessories, we would be happy to accept them […]
Reader seeks info on pollen count forecast
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do any TV stations or newspapers have the daily pollen count predictions? I like to dry my clothes and air out blankets, etc. the old-fashioned way in the fresh air, but not when the pollen count is high. The answer to this might interest people of the same mindset and benefit allergy […]
Norway yard sale, destination decisions
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The friends and members of the Second Congregational Church, UCC, Main Street, Norway, are holding their 18th annual Tent-N-Treasures Yard Sale on Saturday, Aug. 26. If you have items to contribute, please bring them to the barn’s back door. All items may be dropped off at any time. We will have something […]
Yarn, special apples, Civil War enthusiast
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On June 23, Carol Parker from South Paris was asking for yarn, but she didn’t leave a phone number. I have three large bags to give. My phone number is 333-0755 if she wants to reach me. Thank you. — No Name, no town ANSWER: Connecting our readers to the right resources […]
Donations needed in New Auburn
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The United New Auburn Association will hold its annual yard sale Saturday, Aug. 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parking lots of Rolly’s Diner and the New Auburn Social Club. Table rentals are available for $5 each, and can be reserved by calling Ken Blais at 753-0171. If the […]
Housekeeping Help, Wonder Horse, Sanatorium Story
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We’re wondering if it’s possible to locate a cleaning lady with good references to come to our home twice a month for a couple hours each time to do general cleaning in a seven-room, two-bath house. I would be pleased to hear from someone to apply for the job in the Sabattus […]