DEAR SUN SPOTS: I read with interest your inquiry regarding the use of the Irish language in this country. I am a 5th generation Irish-American on both sides of my family, so I have no personal experience with use of the Irish language, but do have a couple suggestions that might be of help in […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: In an effort to help children and families in need during Advent, Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Auburn and Catholic Charities Maine are working together to host “Jolly Gifts,” an initiative that aims to warm hearts and offer support to parish and community members as they prepare for Christmas. All are […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I intend to create a repository of memories, experiences and interaction, etc. with spoken Irish in America. It is important that these experiences are preserved and protected for future generations and for research. This will add to our understanding of the history of spoken Irish in America and spoken Irish in America […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: It wasn’t too long ago you were right there with Tommy’s team to support our need for blue spruce and fir boughs as well as volunteers to make kitty shelters. Sun Spots did an outstanding job supporting Tommy’s Feral Feline Friends. Thank you for this kindness and compassion for Tommy’s babies. Today […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: In response to the Sun Spots request asking to share memories of WCOU on Nov. 12, the Lone Pine Mountaineers and Betty Cody used to air on that station and would bring their radio show to the Knights of Pythias Hall in East Stoneham in the 1940s. When the curtains on the […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: My wife Lisa and I were, and still are, overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support from so many of you in the Lewiston-Auburn community for our Temple Shalom Jewish community. At our Friday, Nov. 2, Memorial for the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, you packed our sanctuary to celebrate our Shabbat, the […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: When I attended Lewiston High School, I became friends with a young Navy man by the name of John Drigotas who was stationed in Florida in 1958. He would be about 80 years old now. I’ve wondered of his whereabouts for years and am asking your readers if anyone can help me […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’d like to thank all of you who have donated sewing supplies for “Dress A Girl Around The World” (www.dressagirlaroundtheworld.com) since March. With your help, I have made over 100 beautiful handmade dresses for girls in need! I’m a 90-year-old great-grandmother who can proudly state that my daughter, granddaughter, great-granddaughter and niece […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Years ago there were brooms made in Portland, possibly by disabled people. Is that company still in business? Those were the best brooms, but the two I still have are wearing out and need to be replaced. Thank you for all you do for your readers and the community. — No name, […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Franklin County Chamber’s annual Gerry Wiles Holiday Food Basket Drive seeks donations for food baskets to help community members in need. The chamber is collecting both monetary and food donations to provide as many meals as possible. Last year, we helped more than 200 Franklin County families enjoy a warm home-cooked […]