Funds raised allow the church to open its doors to groups like AA, Girl Scouts, Free Supper, Christmastide Concerts and Children’s Theater. The rain-or-shine sale, now under 11 tents, will fill the entire church parking lot to overflowing. The church is actively seeking community volunteers to assist with set up on Thursday morning, Aug. 20 […]

We are seeking donations for the silent auction that will be part of this event. We will even pick up donated items. Call us at 207-783-7039. The fun starts at 3 p.m. with stuff like a dunk tank featuring local celebrities Jonathan LaBonte and Matt Leonard, a walk-around magician, photo booth, golf chipping game and […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding divorce, can you tell me what irreconcilable marital differences means? Thanks. — No Name, No Town. ANSWER: When someone files for divorce in Maine, that person must declare the grounds upon which the divorce is being sought. Maine revised statutes shows Title 19-A: Domestic Relations, Part 2: Married Persons, Chapter 29: […]

ANSWER: Various sources suggest that the birds are taking apart your screen and using the screen material to build their nests. To deter them from returning, you can hang Mylar balloons near the windows, pinwheels or scarecrows. Some have suggested making a bird silhouette and applying that to the window. Those are usually used to […]

It is in excellent shape. I just don’t play it any more as I play mostly piano in church. My phone number is 207-388-3041 and I live in Sumner. Call for details if interested. Thank you. — Mary S. DEAR SUN SPOTS: We were on the Mt. Washington Auto Road on Tuesday, Aug. 4, and […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: In the Wilton Blueberry Festival, a recipe for blueberry rolls does not tell in the directions when the blueberries are to be added to the recipe. Thanks. — Barbara. ANSWER: The recipe was submitted by Glennis Gould and published in this year’s Wilton Blueberry Festival special supplement that published Friday, July 31, […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: 3 large “yellow” cucumbers, 2 bay leaves, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 small hot red pepper, 1 2/3 cups vinegar, 1 piece horseradish root, 1/3 cup water, 1/2 cup sugar, sprig of dill, 1 tablespoon white mustard seed. Method: Peel cucumbers, cut them in half, lengthwise and remove seeds. Cut these halves into […]

ANSWER: This is a common practice in museums and historic houses as a way to protect a valuable source of income. The McLaughlin Garden photography policy is available on its website. It states: • Families taking informal photos may use the garden for photography free of charge (staying on the paths, not standing on benches […]

ANSWER: On Saturday, Aug. 1, we published a follow-up story, written by Sun Journal reporter Scott Thistle, titled “Saddleback extends deadline.” It can be read online at http://tinyurl.com/oce73t8. The Sun Journal plans to follow up again on Wednesday, the date of their new deadline to see what has developed. DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a […]

Regarding the request from the North Turner Presbyterian Church for a supplier of biodegradable take out containers: We at Goodman Wiper and Paper, 120 Mill St., Auburn, 207-784-5779, have many sizes in stock. We stock environmentally friendly cutlery as well. — J. Goodman. Also, a friend of Sun Spots on Facebook commented that she has […]