DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for an appliance repair person to replace a burner on my smooth top stove, as well as replace my over-the-stove microwave oven. I love your column and thank you for your service. — Joan, Lewiston ANSWER: In the Rolodex I have The Appliance Guys (440-4265); Brown’s Appliance Service (212-3444); and […]
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Renovaton team needed for old New Gloucester farmhouse, barn
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for people who are experienced with old houses and barns for repair on an 1800s farmhouse in New Gloucester, specifically a painter, carpenter, barn repair person and a general handyman. Any recommendations are appreciated! — Brittany, no town ANSWER: OK, Sun Spotters! I’m depending on you to share your expertise […]
Homeowner looking for mason to replace chimney bricks, flashing
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m having a hard time finding someone to do chimney work for me. I need to have the chimney evaluated, some loose bricks replaced, and new flashing installed. — No name, Norway ANSWER: Years ago I had Baker Chimney Cleaning evaluate my chimney and he recommended I have some brickwork repointed and […]
Information provided for chair caning, history of Lisbon dance hall
DEAR SUN SPOTS: In the Oct. 5 Sun Spots there was a request from “Cindy” about re-caning chairs. I can provide that service. Please contact Caning by Pam at 740-5495 or email [email protected] . – Pam,Turner ANSWER: Thank you, Pam! I shall be sure you’re in the Rolodex! DEAR SUN SPOTS: In answer to the […]
Information sought on former Lisbon Dance Hall from 1950s/’60s
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for the name of a dance hall that stood on a hill in Lisbon. I believe it burned down in the late 1950s or early 1960s. — Terry, no town ANSWER: Let’s start a conversation here and see what we come up with. Readers, if you have memories and stories […]
Request for service and repair of mobile homes elicits response
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I wanted to respond to the inquiries for mobile home repairs in the Sept. 24 Sun Spots. We have purchased Main Mobile Parts and Service and will continue to offer services for repairing or maintaining your home. The phone number everyone is used to (465-2205) will be up and operating at our […]
Halloween decorations requested for Bolster Heights assisted living center
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We are in need of small and medium pumpkins, square hay bales, and dried cornstalks for our Halloween events. Please drop off these items for the Bolster Heights Activity Department by Oct. 18. If you have any questions or have something you would like to donate, please call us at 784-1364. — […]
Red Cross needs blood donors; Auburn church needs fir boughs
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 2 to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 5, at Holy Trinity Church Hall, 67 Frost Hill Ave. in Lisbon Falls. To make an appointment, call 1-800-Red Cross (1-800-733-2767). Your blood donation is really needed at this time. — Raymond, no name ANSWER: Giving […]
Loaves & Fishes calling area vendors for fundraising holiday fair
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m the bingo hall manager for the Loaves & Fishes bingo hall, now at 1119 Lisbon St. (Carriage House) in Lewiston. Because of COVID-19, we have been closed since March 19. Bingo is our biggest moneymaker that supports all that Loaves and Fishes does for Sabattus and surrounding areas. We are a […]
Information provided on ranked-choice voting, free TV viewing
DEAR SUN SPOTS: With ranked-choice voting, you’re supposed to pick your first, second, and third choice. What happens if you vote for your first choice three times? — Fred, no town ANSWER: Here is how to handle ranked-choice voting: Rank as many or as few candidates as you like. Every voter’s ballot initially counts only […]