DEAR SUN SPOTS: I live on the Old Greene Road in Lewiston. On Sunday, Jan. 23, I had my Yardman snowblower on the edge of my driveway with a “For Sale” sign on it. Our car was in the driveway, but we were gone. In the three hours we were away, someone stole the snowblower. […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I lost my “mother’s ring” on Feb. 8 in Auburn. It contains my five children’s birthstones. On the day I lost it, I went into Walmart, Kohl’s, Shaw’s, and the 99 Restaurant. If anyone finds it, please call 524-5192. — Valerie, no town ANSWER: Readers, this is a high-alert request! Valerie, please […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I was wondering if anyone happened to find a black vinyl couch cushion along South Main Street in Auburn near Rolly’s Diner on Friday, Jan. 31. The couch was on its way to the Auburn PAL Center when the cushion escaped. If found, please call me at 344-0007. — Rollie, Auburn ANSWER: […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Does anyone have a reclining chair that goes to a standing position? My friend is 89 years old and sits in her wheelchair all day. If anyone has a reclining chair they don’t need any more or would like to sell for a reasonable price, as she is on a fixed income, […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m one of the Twin Cities’ teaching artists. I’m looking for a place I can hold a two-hour painting class once a week to teach seniors the art of painting with acrylics. I’m looking for a room with tables and chairs on the first floor of a building, or a building that […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m a volunteer with Rebuilding Together Lewiston/Auburn and am wondering if you could help us with finding homes to renovate this year. The nonprofit organization is supported entirely by contributions of time, labor, material and money. We are dedicated to repairing homes of those who, due to financial hardship, age and/or disability, […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you know what time they open the doors for walkers at the Auburn Mall? — No name, no town ANSWER:  Although the stores in the mall don’t open for shopping until 10 a.m. (Closing is at 9 p.m. with Sundays hours from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)  walkers can arrive earlier. […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: How can I make rehab a better place to live? It’s a boring place – day in and day out. All there is to do is eat, sleep and sit for hours. I’m so glad to be home. I am in my late 80s and if I fall, I’ll find a way […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m seeking a licensed, bonded company to clean the exterior of my two-story home this spring. I want someone to brush clean the exterior and rinse away the dirt rather than power washing which can cause damage. Hopefully, this company uses green products that will not damage plants or pets. Thank you […]