DEAR SUN SPOTS: Readers may want to know what you need to do to receive the $850 inflation-relief check being issued by the state of Maine. SeniorsPlus, Western Maine’s designated Area Agency on Aging, and AARP are collaborating to assist individuals in filing tax returns to qualify for that check. Appointments for Thursday, Aug. 11 […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston School Nutrition Program is obligated to post free USDA program information offered to children in the Lewiston School District. The Maine Department of Education oversees several USDA Food and Nutrition Services programs and initiatives that provide healthy food to children. Each of these programs helps fight hunger and obesity. Below […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: A large indoor/outdoor rummage and yard sale will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 13, at the First Universalist Church at 36 Pine St. in South Paris. A bag sale will follow from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Clothes, books, furniture, kitchenware, household items, tools, and much more will […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Your readers are amazing! Within two days of my letter in your July 27 column requesting a transport chair for a 90-year-old woman, I was given a chair in great condition. Thank you, generous Sun Spots reader! I also learned about a program in Portland called Partners for World Health from one […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am looking for recommendations on where to purchase lawn mowing and garden equipment. I know what stores are available in the area but would feel more confident with specific reader recommendations — please and thank you. I’ve been a Sun Spots reader for many years and have been very pleased with […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Over a month ago my daughter lost some keys and I didn’t realize until yesterday that they are my keys! The key ring includes two keys to my shed, another key, and a Subaru key along with a Subaru fob. There is also a  green rubber Evergreen Subaru identifier. If found, please […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The North Waterford Congregational Church is holding another public supper on Aug. 9 from 5-6:30 p.m. We’ll be serving buffet style and will have baked beans, American Chop Suey, casseroles, salads, brown bread, rolls, beverages and strawberry shortcake. The building is air conditioned and takeout is available. The cost is $12 for […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m wondering if any of your readers have a transport chair they are willing to give away or loan out. I know a 90-year-old woman who could certainly use one as walking any distance is difficult for her, but she still likes to get outside to enjoy the fresh air. A transport […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a free box of magic instruction books and magic tricks for the amateur or aspiring magician. I can be contacted at 783-3935. — No name, Lewiston ANSWER: This is so nice of you! I gave my grandson a magic trick kit when he was 9 years old and he got […]