DEAR SUN SPOTS: Last Thursday afternoon (Feb. 16), as I was returning to my car at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles in Lewiston, I found what appears to be a dog leash on the ground next to my vehicle. It is woven, has a hand loop on one end and a clip on the other […]
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Do-it-yourself heating pads require cotton fabric and rice or dried corn
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for someone who can make a “bean bag” I can heat up to keep my feet warm at night. Socks and extra blankets don’t help. Heat is the only way to warm up my cold feet! Call me at 212-0501. — No name, Lisbon ANSWER: I know what you’re talking […]
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WCSH’s temperature gauge for Lewiston is waiting for equipment repair
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On WCSH weather, why is the Lewiston current temperature always blank? — Ron, no town ANSWER: According to Jason Nappi of Newscenter, the equipment for the Lewiston temperature gauge is waiting to be fixed. There have been similar scenarios ever since the pandemic started. It’s a good thing that in this day and […]
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There are several resources for finding Somali recipes and cooking ingredients
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Feb. 8, there was a story in the Sun Journal about students at McMahon Elementary School sampling Bariis Iskukaris rice, a Somali dish including rice cooked in stock with multiple spices and raisins. It sounds delicious and I would love to have that recipe.Over 20 years ago, new Somali residents put […]
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Old-fashion No. 2 pencils requested to make crosswords easier to read
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I enjoy reading Sun Spots every morning with a good cup of coffee. I would like to know why we cannot find old-fashion No. 2 pencils. The ones they sell now are No. 2 BH. I feel they write quite a bit lighter and are harder to see when doing my crossword […]
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Plastic sleeves for newspapers can be reused for crafts, shoe coverings in luggage
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We look forward to reading the Sun Journal, which means we also get a lot of plastic bags even on days when it’s not raining or snowing. There may be reasons I don’t understand that make it necessary to put the newspaper in the bag (I’d rather not get the bag in […]
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Recommendation offered for Medicare Advantage insurance coverages
DEAR SUN SPOTS: For the person asking about vision and dental benefits (Feb. 7 Sun Spots), I suggest she call Wellcare and ask about its Advantage program. I have been with them for over four years and have great coverage, including the items she needs plus a CVS over-the-counter allowance every three months and a […]
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Rings found in Shaw’s parking lot and in old purse at Lisbon Recycling Center
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I found a man’s wedding band in the Shaw’s parking lot Feb. 3. Call me at 576-5910 if it might be yours. — Sandy, no town DEAR SUN SPOTS: I found a ring in the Lisbon Recycling Center in an old purse. It looks like an expensive ring and I hope you […]
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Information requested on dental, vision insurance for Medicare recipients
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Does anyone in Sun Spots Land who is on Medicare have dental and vision supplemental insurance? What’s your experience with it? How much does it cost and what all does it cover? I’m having to have a third crown replaced within six months; all part of the wear and tear of aging, […]
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Anything going on for Galentine’s Day?
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am wondering if there will be any Galentine’s festivities or fundraisers like the YWCA has done in the past. I know several women who have become widows over the past year. Valentine’s Day is a tough one after losing one’s mate.Thanks for all you do, Ms. Sunspots. You are our local […]