DEAR SUN SPOTS: In March 2023,  Alyssa, a little girl who lives in Turner, was diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor. Since her diagnosis, her family has been surrounded by an incredible village of supporters, who have helped in so many ways to create memories that will last a lifetime, and  we are grateful. On […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Because I’ve read your recent column about what to do with Christmas trees now that the holidays are over, I want to be sure everyone knows about the conservation project going on at Popham Beach. I heard this information on Maine Public Radio and I think it’s a wonderful idea. I’ll be […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: What kind of outdoor group activities are going on in Androscoggin County? I would like to get out to enjoy the fresh air and meet new people. I’m especially interested in volunteer opportunities. — Gayle, no town ANSWER: For volunteer opportunities, check out 211 Maine. Simply call 211 or look at their […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I saw that the Boy Scouts are picking up Christmas trees left on the curb this weekend in Lewiston and Auburn. For those in Sun Spots Land who want to, you can also donate your natural Christmas tree to Wilderness Miracles Wildlife Rehab in Bowdoinham (720-0074) for rehabbed porcupines and other wildlife […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Pleasant Street Drop-In Center has an urgent need for warm winter jackets, warm boots, mittens, gloves, scarves, hand warmers, blankets, flashlights, small tissue packets and body wipes. If anyone has warm clothing to donate, please drop it off at the 169 Pleasant St. in Auburn. We are open Saturdays from 9 […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Boy Scout Troop 121 will again pick up Christmas trees in Lewiston and Auburn. While the cities provide locations for free tree disposal, they no longer collect the trees at curbside. For a minimum donation of $5, the Scouts will pick up Christmas trees on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 6 and 7. […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would like to begin researching the possibility of living in another country after November 2024.Can anyone point out objective sources to learn about the qualities of life in other countries such as the cost of living, crime statistics, health care, cultural life, political leadership, weather, expat acceptance, wildlife, and climate change […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Is everything OK? We noticed there were a couple of your columns missing at the end of last week! Did the storm knock you out of commission? Only temporarily, we hope! — Leslie, no town ANSWER: Thanks for checking on me! The storm of last week certainly caused some technical difficulties for […]

DEAR SUNSPOTS: I know you have printed this information many times. However, would you be so kind as to print it again? I’m looking for contact information to add names to the monuments in Veterans Memorial Park in Lewiston. I’ve been meaning to do this for quite some time and now I have it on […]