DEAR SUN SPOTS: I just learned that I have to have the shingles on my roof replaced. Do you have insured roofers for the Lewiston/Auburn area in your Rolodex? — Dick, no town ANSWER: That is an expensive project and you want to have just the right company for the job. I recommend you get […]
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Franco Center seeks mannequins for wedding gown display
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Franco Center recently received some wedding gowns that we would like to display for the brides-to-be who visit us and who might be interested in wearing those gowns at their own weddings. Sun Spots readers have been so helpful in the past and we hope someone reading this has some mannequins […]
Leeds homeowner has no regrets about battery-powered yard equipment, tools
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the person looking for opinions on a battery-operated lawn mower, I changed to battery-operated lawn care equipment years ago and have no regrets at all! I got tired of pull cords, gas, and oil changes. I have a Kobalt (Lowe’s brand) 80-volt leaf blower (super powerful), a grass trimmer, a 14-foot […]
Hydrogen peroxide, soda and soap helps remove skunk spray on pets
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you have the formula for skunk smell removal for dogs in your Rolodex? — No name, no town ANSWER: Indeed I do! Once mixed, this solution should be used on your pet immediately: 1 quart 3% hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda, and 2 teaspoons Dawn dish soap. This will get […]
New Gloucester Public Library supporters requesting donations for fall sale
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Friends of the New Gloucester Public Library is looking for donations for our fall book sale. Please bring your donations to the New Gloucester Public Library at 379 Intervale Road in the Lower Village during the following hours: Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Monday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday, […]
Mechanic Falls church asking for donated items for yard sale
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Anglican Church of the Transfiguration at 64 Elm St. in Mechanic Falls, will be holding a fundraising yard sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 5 in conjunction with the Mechanic Falls Community Days Celebration. If anyone wishes to donate articles for the yard sale, please call or text Eriks Petersons at […]
Auburn resident plants apple trees, grape vines using Victory Garden voucher
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would like to extend my thanks to the city of Auburn for the Victory Garden Voucher I received. I was able to purchase two dwarf apple trees and two grape vines, which I probably never would have done otherwise. The application was not complicated and when I went to use the […]
Birthday friends, moms and their children visited by restaurant angels
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Yesterday I went out with two friends to celebrate our birthdays, which are all in June and July. We had such a great time talking and laughing and shared little gifts. When it was time to pay the bill, we waved down our server who told us “everything was taken care of.” […]
Androscoggin Historical Society hosts craft sale at West Auburn schoolhouse
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin Historical Society will hold a Craft Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 22, at the West Auburn Schoolhouse at 740 West Auburn Road. Crafters of all types are welcome to rent one of the remaining tables for $25. Please contact me at 782-5467 to make arrangements. — […]
Antique Auto Show in Hartford offering prizes to top 3 entrants
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Hartford Heritage Society is hosting an Antique Auto Show from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 22, at the East Sumner Congregational Church, Route 219, in Sumner. There are no entry fees and a small prize will be given to the first-, second- and third-place vehicles. Finger rolls and hot dogs […]