DEAR SUN SPOTS: This is a computer question. A few weeks ago a news item said that Java’s latest form had been hacked, and users were advised to disable it and/or not download that current form. Java was said to be working on a solution which would be available “soon.” Has the Java problem been […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The town of Sumner’s Recreation Committee is looking for someone who may have a hot dog steamer that they are no longer using and would be willing to donate. We would love to be able to serve hot dogs during summer softball games for children and parents in the Oxford County area. […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS. The Woman’s Hospital Association at Central Maine Medical Center is 125 years old this year and is planning a wonderful weeklong celebration this fall, Oct 28 to Nov 2. We are looking for memorabilia pertaining to WHA, like “Peppy the Puppet” or “Holly.” If you have anything you would like to share […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: BookReach is again in search of volunteers to read to kids and has several openings available. If you love books, like kids and have a free morning hour during the week, we’re looking for you! Call or email me at the Lewiston Public Library for more information and to get started. — […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am preparing for the next heating season and need information. What is the most cost efficient way to heat my home? With a wood stove, I have to buy my firewood at $240 per cord, green, cut, split and delivered, and burning wood is a lot of hard work, stacking, carrying […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Maybe you can explain my telephone bill. Even though it is not large, I do not understand the additional taxes and surcharges I must pay. I already pay a terribly high school and library tax, especially when we are in our 70s and have no one in school. Why do we have […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Could you please find the truth about these new meters from the electric company? I have heard they are bad, and I have also heard that they are no different than a microwave oven. I would like to know the truth about them. Thank you. — No Name, No Town ANSWER: Sun […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I hope some of your female readers can help. My friend is three months post-surgery for a pacemaker and cannot find any bra that is comfortable. Does anyone have any suggestions? — Friend, No Town ANSWER: Sun Spots looked online and found a couple of suggestions. One is to go with a bra with a […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m curious about this new tax on water. I bought a gallon of distilled water for $1.25 and was charged 5 cents for deposit. My total at the register was $1.37. No explanation on the screen. When I asked the clerk, he stated it was a tax but could not tell me […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would like to know if Ann B. Davis, the actress who played the maid on “The Brady Bunch,” is still acting and how old she is now. If possible, is there a mailing address so I can write to her? — Susan, Lewiston ANSWER: Ann Bradford Davis was born May 3, […]