DEAR SUN SPOTS: Why do the TV weather people give a seven- or eight-day forecast? They are never right. The next day or so later, it has all changed. They know we live in Maine; it changes all the time. They are getting people all ready to plan something, then they change it the next […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Friday, Jan. 27, the Woman’s Literary Union will host its first Tiara Tea from 1 to 3 p.m. and again from 5 to 7 p.m. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to begin collecting prom gowns and accessories for our April 1 Fairy Godmother Prom Gown Giveaway. We invite readers […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: What happened to John Dennis of the sports radio show out of Boston? It was called Dennis and Callahan and it was on early weekday mornings. — No name, Peru. ANSWER: A news release from the radio station cited health concerns as his reason for leaving so suddenly and, according to an […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: For the past couple of weeks we here in Leeds have been hearing, as well as seeing, these large and very noisy helicopters. They are gray and are flying very low. Does anyone have an idea who they are? Or who I could contact to find out? Thank you. — Anita, Leeds. […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Would there be anyone in the local area who repairs EdenPURE heaters? — Jerry, no town. ANSWER: If you have the model number you can locate the closest service center by using EdenPURE’s service website, www.edenpureservice.com. From the home page, click the “heaters” drop-down list and click the appropriate model. Type the […]

ANSWER: Sun Spots is certain that most people can relate. Constant calls are beyond annoying. Depending on what kind of cell phone you have and who your carrier is, you should have the option of blocking “unknown” numbers. Downloadable apps also exist to block anyone calling with a private, blocked or unknown number. Check with […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I work with Fedcap Maine BTC, a nonprofit organization new to Maine, and we help TANF/ASPIRE persons get into the workforce. We would love to have the clothing being offered in Sun Spots 1/18/17 for those persons. I can be contacted at 207-333-1812. — Joseph Valecko, FedCap Employment Specialist. HELLO SUN SPOTS: […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am looking for someone to shovel some snow off our roof, especially near our back entrance. I’m aware that you keep lists of people who have special skills. Do you carry a list of people who do that? Thank you in advance. — Judy, Auburn. ANSWER: You are correct. Sun Spots does […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have several bags of both casual and business clothing in very good condition that I would like to donate to be used to help someone getting back into the workforce. There used to be a place somewhere in the Lewiston-Auburn area that did just that. I don’t want to donate to […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: As we near retirement we would like to consult with a fiduciary in the Lewiston-Auburn area, one with a fee for service, not commission. — No name, Auburn. ANSWER: There are many financial planners in the Lewiston-Auburn area and compensation generally depends on the service that you need provided. Make sure to […]