The United Methodist Church of Auburn, 439 Park Ave., will hold its Bean Supper on Saturday, March 21, at 5 p.m. As always, the menu includes baked beans, casseroles, hot dogs, cole slaw, bread, beverages, and homemade pies. Musical entertainment will be provided by the Park Avenue Pickers and will begin at 4:30. For additional information, contact the […]
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Minot residents could be losers in battle over Auburn library funding
City officials say Auburn taxpayers are subsidizing the library for nonresidents. Others see something more mutually beneficial.
Reader seeking help with dowel turning | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would like to find someone who has a wood lathe and would be willing to turn down a dowel (which I can provide) to 1.0300 exactly or within a couple of thousands for an important project. Or perhaps there is a known woodworking shop that may be able to help me. […]
Gorham man dies in crash on Plains Road in Poland
A Jeep attempted to pass another vehicle and collided head-on with a truck Tuesday, authorities say, also injuring two passengers.
Fire heavily damages large house in Lisbon
The homeowners escaped the early morning fire safely.
Lawsuit filed in 2025 crash that injured Monmouth police officer
Dana Wessling, a Monmouth police lieutenant, has filed a civil suit against 42-year-old Sean McNeil, of Minot.
County to discuss future of $4.5 million Auburn property bought for Sheriff’s Office
The county purchased the former Evergreen Subaru dealership at 774 Center St. in February 2022 using federal funds.
Little Free Cupboard helps those in need | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We have all heard of the Little Free Libraries. We at the Minot United Methodist Church have a Little Free Cupboard. Do you know someone who needs a little help? Warm socks? A scarf? Some food? Please help yourself! Come into our parking lot at 142 Minot Ave. and look for the […]
Androscoggin County OKs medical services contract for Auburn jail
The contract, for $1.7 million a year, allows the county to discontinue services after the first and second years if it is not satisfied.
Auburn Community Concert Band seeks new members | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The next open membership window to join the Auburn Community Concert Band is Jan. 7-21. Membership requirements are owning your own wind instrument, knowing how to read music, and being able to commit to the band’s weekly schedule of Wednesday evening rehearsals and concerts. For the upcoming summer concert season, the band […]