DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you have information about the Lewiston-Portland bus service that is supposed to start operating in early July?—Charlie, no town ANSWER: The Maine Department of Transportation is introducing a new contracted service. RTW Management Inc. is to offer enhanced frequency of service between Auburn and Portland. More details are at www.maine.gov/tools/whatsnew/index.php?topic=DOT Press […]
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Poland Historical Society hosting a history tour of Empire Grove Campground July 13
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Poland Historical Society will visit the Empire Grove Campground off Empire Road in East Poland on Saturday, July 13, at 10 a.m. The Rev. Raymond Anderson will present the history of the campground, followed by a walking tour of the grounds. Established in 1834, camp meetings continue to be held, maintaining […]
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Excelsior Grange in Poland holding 150th anniversary celebration with whoopie pies, games, dance
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Excelsior Grange in Poland will celebrate its 150th anniversary with community events July 13. The day will start with a community yard sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 446 Harris Hill Road. Anyone wishing to reserve a spot should call 998-2301. The cost is $10. If it rains, the yard […]
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Sunset Concert Series set for Poland Spring Inn on Mondays through the summer
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Poland Spring Preservation Society is pleased to present the lineup for its Annual Sunset Concert Series. The Sunset Concert Series begins Monday and continues every Monday through Aug. 26. Admission is $5 per person. In the event of inclement weather, the performances will be in the dining room of the Poland […]
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Maine has laws governing political signs
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Now that we are finished with the June primaries, what is the law/rule for removing political signs? In Livermore/Livermore Falls/Jay, we still have political signs up from two candidates, the same two candidates who had their signs posted from May to November two years ago. Can’t we just enjoy the scenery without […]
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Lisbon church to offer Moxie Festival treats
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lisbon United Methodist Church, located at 14 School St. in Lisbon Falls, will once again be participating in Lisbon’s Annual Moxie Festival. Our kitchen will be open Friday, July 12 from 5-7 p.m. for the sale of hot dogs and strawberry shortcake. Our kitchen will reopen on Saturday, July 13 at […]
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Readers asks for names of people or businesses that repair old radios
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Would you please repeat your list of old radio repairers again? Thank you for your great information. — Carole, Livermore ANSWER: At the present time, the only name I have is Kyle Stilkey in Sabattus. He works out of his home and another reader wrote that he repairs just about any electronic […]
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USM occupational therapy offering yoga session for schoolchildren with special needs
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The University of Southern Maine’s Occupational Therapy Department on the Lewiston-Auburn campus is hosting a yoga event for school-age children with special needs Friday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to noon. Children and their families/caregivers are welcome to join us for a morning of connection and play where children with special needs […]
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Options for public transportation from Lewiston-Auburn to Portland are limited
DEAR SUN SPOTS: A recent article indicated that Concord Coach Lines will no longer be providing service to the Lewiston-Auburn area and that a new bus line will be taking over. I’m curious if there will ever be bus service from the Lewiston-Auburn area to the Portland Jetport, like the bus service from Portland to […]
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Searching for collectors of cameras, banks
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am looking for someone who collects old banks and old cameras. It is time to move my dad’s collection along. I’m not looking for someone who sells these items, but someone who collects them. I know if I need answers, Sun Spots is the place to go. Thank you for all […]