DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have been given a Garden Way’s Squeezo Strainer. The instruction manual was not included. Is there anyone who could provide me with this instruction manual? A copy would be fine. I will pay for any postage or copying. Thank you. — Diane Freve, [email protected] ANSWER: Sun Spots found one online, free […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am interested in finding someone in the Lewiston-Auburn area who repairs watches and clocks. Thank you. — No Name, Lisbon Falls ANSWER: It appears that watch and clock repair are two different specialties. For clock repair, Sun Spots has the following: * Leroy Blauvelt, Porter Road, Dixfield, 562 8955 * Harry […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: We have a relative who would like to have a tattoo removed. I have checked with the state board of licensing and was told (I am paraphrasing) that they do not require a tattoo-removal “artist” to be licensed in Maine. I was amazed when I was told this as it seems that […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I was in the 103rd infantry 43rd Division in World War II in the South Pacific from 1941-45. If there is anyone from Maine in that unit for that time period, please contact me. I would like to know if anyone from that time period is still living. — Sgt. 1st Class […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I read your column every day. I have a question that I hope you can give an answer to. I asked several people in Lewiston yesterday if they knew where the Market Basket is. We get a flier every week in the Sun Journal advertising groceries at great prices, but there is […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have sent many fruitless emails to David Kloberdans of Shep’s Camera trying to get my camera back. As David requested, I included my Pentax serial number and receipt/invoice. This receipt has my address of 38 years and two phone numbers, none of which were used by David to contact me at […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lisbon Friends of the Library is looking ahead to the holidays and wondering if anyone has scrapbooking supplies they are no longer using, especially a die-cut machine. The Friends plan to have several community events to gather and make holiday crafts, which would then be sold to support library programming. Rubber […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin Habitat for Humanity Store is looking for donations of new and/or gently used building materials, appliances, cabinets, lighting, furniture and more. Whether you are cleaning out your garage or basement or upgrading your kitchen or bath, we would love to receive your tax-deductible donation. We offer pickup for those who […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Some folks asked about a recipe for stuffed peppers and cabbage rolls (March 14). Here is my Slovak recipe for the filling handed down from Baba. 1 pound hamburger, half beef and half ground pork. ¾ cup rice 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon pepper 1 egg beaten 1 can diced or stewed […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I read in your column that someone is looking for a recipe for stuffed green peppers (March 14). My husband put together this easy and good recipe that can be seasoned to fit your taste. Wash two green peppers, cut off the top and remove seeds. Place in a large bowl and […]