DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would like pictures of or articles about Paine Products’ original manufacturing plant which I understand burned down many years ago. I would be more than happy to pay for any photos or information about the original plant. I don’t have email so you could mail the photos or call me at […]
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Auburn church fabric and craft supplies fair looking for donations
Crafters can rent a table for $20 and sell all the supplies they bought but never used. This fair is for fabric and supplies only, not finished products. Fabric donations for the church tables may be left at the church after April 1. Call 207-784-1306 in the morning to confirm that someone will be there. […]
Sumner Food Bank appreciates donations
We have been able to make sure Sumner’s families are getting a good variety of food items to meet their needs. While there have been many, many contributors of food, money and physical labor, I would like to especially thank a few specific people. Christopher Dunn brought in a grocery bag of food on behalf […]
Looking for art works by Reginald Howes
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The reunion committee of the Lewiston High School class of 1975 is organizing their 40th reunion. The celebration is slated for Aug. 1, 2015. We appreciate any contact information for the classmates listed below: mailing address, phone, or email. Email [email protected]. We are looking for Ramona Ames, Judy Ashton, Robert Auger, Roberta […]
College student looking for summer employment
ANSWER: Have you looked through the help wanted ads in the classified section of the Sun Journal’s print edition as well as online at http://www.jobs.sunjournal.com/? Tracey at Bonney Staffing Center, 155 Center St. in Auburn, encourages you to start your employment search as soon as possible because it is helpful for staffing agencies to know when […]
Birth announcements are published as space allows
Did that suddenly stop? It was interesting to see new additions to a lot of families in the community. Hope those announcements come back. — C. G. of Lewiston. ANSWER: The Sun Journal publishes birth announcements as they are received, after they have been processed and when there is space in the paper to publish […]
Community supported agricultural programs help farmers
ANSWER: There is an organization called Local Harvest that keeps a list of this type of farm program — community supported agriculture. You didn’t list your town, so here are a few of the farms listed by Local Harvest: Little Ridge Farm, 101 Gould Rd., Lisbon Falls, ME 04252; River Rise Farm in Auburn, call […]
Volunteers needed for isolated seniors in Androscoggin County
Every year as spring approaches we see an increased demand for our services. Right now we have many seniors on our waiting list who live in Auburn, Lewiston, Lisbon Falls, Minot, Mechanic Falls, and Poland who are quite lonely and would love to receive friendly visits from a caring volunteer. Many of them live alone […]
Where did Baker Hill get its name?
ANSWER: Suns Spots called the New Vineyard Town Office and spoke to Arlene Davis. She’s worked for the town for 45 years and has never heard of Baker Hill. She did suggest that you find a copy of the updated “Town of New Vineyard comprehensive plan” as it’s possible that Baker Hill is mentioned in […]
Rug hooker looking for cutter and frame
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have just started rug hooking. I am looking for a cutter and frame to make it easier. If anyone can help me out, please call me at 207-684-4238. Thank you. — Candy Clark, Strong. DEAR SUN SPOTS: What is happening on Sabattus Street? The right lane has been closed from Randall […]