DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin Retired Educators’ Association is offering a $2,000 scholarship to a graduating high school senior who lives in Androscoggin County and is going  to college and planning to enter the field of education. The scholarship is awarded based on scholarship, citizenship and need. All candidates must complete and submit the following […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Mexico Congregational Church, UCC (the “Green Church”) at 163 Main St. in Mexico, is planning a “Sweets for Your Sweetie” sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10. The sale is to feature baked items, candy, fudge and other goodies, all with a Valentine’s Day theme. The event is […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: That was an interesting article in this past Sunday’s newspaper by Kay Neufeld about the solar eclipse. Will Lewiston-Auburn see any effect of the April 8 solar eclipse? — No name, Lewiston ANSWER: For all things eclipse go to the Eclipse 2024 webpage at https://eclipse2024.org/eclipse-cities/city/18987.html to see what is expected to happen […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Are Dick’s Restaurant in Mexico and McDonald’s in Rumford open yet after the damage from the December flood? Would Sun Spots be so kind as to find out when they will reopen? It would be greatly appreciated. — Dennis, Rumford ANSWER: According to the restaurant’s owner, Pam, Dick’s should be open Thursday! […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I was delighted to see a wonderful article in the B-Section on Sunday (Jan. 29) under EATS written by Aimsel Ponti of Portland Press Herald featuring the Station Grill in Lewiston. I just had the pleasure of dining there with my two new neighbors. We were there for breakfast and I must […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Woman’s Literary Union will hold a Craft De-Stash Bash on Saturday, March 30, from 9 a.m. to  2 p.m. at the Foss Mansion at 19 Elm St. in Auburn. We’re inviting crafters who want to declutter your stash of surplus craft supplies to sell at this fun event. A 6-foot table […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: You have been so helpful in the past, and I’m very grateful. Can you answer some questions about feeding wildlife in winter, please?My barn is home to feral cats this time of year, all ages judging from the paw prints. Is it OK to leave a bowl of dry cat food on […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Are AARP volunteers preparing tax returns this year? I haven’t heard anything about it. – Mary, Lewiston ANSWER: AARP Tax-Aide will provide free income tax preparation services for low/moderate income taxpayers for the 2024 filing season. Beginning the week of Feb. 6, experienced IRS-certified tax volunteers will prepare and electronically file federal […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Years ago there was a gentleman who taught feng shui at Edward Little High School in Auburn. He was extremely professional and I would be sincerely appreciative if you could help me find him. If not, would you please recommend someone else? — Jeanne, Auburn ANSWER: I’m putting your request out into […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: In the January 22 Sun Spots, Linda from Oak Park Senior Housing requested puzzles. I have two plastic totes (about 30 puzzles to a tote) available. I attempted to reach Linda but the telephone number furnished is not a working number. — Gordon, no town ANSWER: The correct phone number for Linda […]