DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am the chairwoman for the Relay for Life auction that will be held at Hosmer Field on June 4–5. I am looking for items for my auction table. If anyone has an item they would like to donate, please call me at 364-4247 or 364-6457. Thanks for your help. Together we […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: This is in response to the question about if there were any full-service gas stations. I believe there is still one out on Lisbon Street. It is called Gendron’s, and the number is 782-4022. If I remember correctly, they still have their full service, and they also have self service. Also, for […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Just like the Social Security statement that is sent to us each year, I feel that a credit score statement should be free as well. I know that there are ads that say that the credit reports are free but, they’re not. Can anyone out there respond to this issue? — James […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Wilton Academy Class of 1964 is holding a class reunion on Aug. 8. We are looking for an address for one of our classmates, Ted Charron. He is originally from East Dixfield. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I love your column and read it every day. Keep up the good […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am a faithful reader of your column and find your knowledge and ability to help so many people totally amazing. Keep up the good work! I now find myself in need of your expertise. Would there be anyone in Lewiston-Auburn or the surrounding areas who has a good knowledge of Parisian […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The other day a group of us went over to the Green Ladle for lunch and had the most wonderful soup, cheeseburger soup. I have been trying to find it but can’t with the elbow noodles in it. Will they part with the recipe? I’m not a cook but sure want to […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: My telephone company charges me $2.95 for a “paper invoice fee” because I don’t want to give them access to my checking account and don’t want to get the invoice via e-mail. Why are they allowed to do this? Do all phone companies do this? —No Name, Farmington ANSWER: You didn’t specify […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: We are implementing a fitness program to help our students become more physically fit. We’re hoping there are three stationary bikes sitting in basements or garages collecting dust that would love a new home. Please help us and help our children! — Jodi Truman, Paris Elementary School, [email protected] DEAR SUN SPOTS: My […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I volunteer with SeniorsPlus helping people fill out the paperwork for Maine’s property tax and rent refund program. SeniorsPlus offers this free service to all individuals from September through May 31 each year. We are currently filing for 2008. The 2009 refunds will be from August 2010 until May 31, 2011. There […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Like most of the rest of the people of this area, I read your column everyday! I thought it might be helpful for people to know about the grants that are available to all Mainers, regardless of income, for weatherization. Federal funds are available through the stimulus package to help weatherize homes […]