DEAR SUN SPOTS: We have always admired the view from the top of the hill on North Hill Road in Buckfield heading toward town and have often speculated that the mountain ranges extend all the way to Canada. Has anyone ever researched those mountains such as names, locations, etc.? — Everett, Sumner, [email protected] ANSWER: The […]
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Number of TV channels puzzle reader
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Why can’t you use all the channels on your brand new flat-screen, 3-D, surround-sound, top-of-the-line television? You have 139-plus channels, and the only ones that you are allowed to use is Channel 3 or 4, depending on your area, for the one delivering the signal (satellite and cable), HDMI 1, and maybe […]
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St. Mary’s nun led harmonica band
DEAR SUN SPOTS: As a child, my now-deceased father lived on Lincoln Street with his family. He and his six siblings went to school at St. Mary’s in Lewiston. One of Dad’s fondest memories (he was born in 1922) was of being in a harmonica band run by one of the nuns who taught there. […]
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French cooks’ help with recipe needed
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Does anyone who knows French have a fish chowder recipe with an ingredient that sounds like “quiole” or “quieule?” My father-in-law said his mother’s way of making fish chowder included this important ingredient. Is it French for the type of fish, maybe? Thank you. — No Name via email ANSWER: Sun Spots […]
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Painting opportunity for ‘taggers’
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Pathways Inc. is a nonprofit organization serving individuals with developmental disabilities. We are in dire need of a revamp to our program walls. We are in an all-concrete building and would like to find a talented “tagger” who would be willing to help us brighten up the place. If you would like to […]
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Try hardware store for light bulbs
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My wife wants to know where a person can find small colored lights, the size that fits in a nightlight. She decorates every year, and all she can find are the frosted white or clear ones. She tried Walmart, Target, the Dollar Store, etc. No computer, so can’t go there. — Greg, […]
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‘Gambie Gorilla’ book rare, expensive
DEAR SUN SPOTS: When I was a small girl I had a book in the shape of a gorilla; the book was titled “Gamby.” I don’t know the author. I have checked in the bookstores and have not been able to find it. I was wondering if any of your readers would have this book […]
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Cost for Congress confounding
DEAR SUN SPOTS: With the public’s low esteem of Congress, a lot of us would be interested to know what it costs to support it, including salaries for both congress and staffers, office rental, travel, medical, etc., for all its employees. — No Name, Auburn ANSWER: This number is really tough to ascertain. According to […]
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Reward offered for lost jewelry
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Did anyone find a silver chain with a cross and gold man’s wedding ring at Androscoggin Bank on Sabattus Street or the South Avenue post office on Friday, Dec. 28? They have sentimental value. Reward offered. — 783-1865 DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a question about the Androscoggin Bank Colisee in Lewiston […]
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Theater group seeks straitjacket
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Gaslight Theater in Hallowell is preparing for its upcoming production of “Mrs. Packard” and is need of an unusual prop — a straitjacket. If any of your readers has one or would know how to acquire one, please contact director Bruce Hertz at [email protected]. We are also in need of at […]