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June 4, 2019

Historic home and neglected memorial raise questions

DEAR SUN SPOTS: What can you tell us about the magnificent home that sits on the corner of Highland Avenue and Hillcrest Street in Auburn? That house must certainly have some interesting history behind it. — David, Auburn DEAR SUN SPOTS: My curiosity has driven me to write to Sun Spots. On my commute to […]
Published
May 31, 2019

Salvation Army provides pickup service for household furniture

DEAR SUN SPOTS: We have our house for sale and because we’re downsizing, we won’t need some of our furniture. I have called Salvation Army and Goodwill and neither organization will pick up. Do you know of any organization that will? — No name, Wayne ANSWER: I spoke with Salvation Army by calling 1-800-SATRUCK (1-800-728-7825). […]
Published
May 29, 2019

Frames, license plates, blankets and camp pictures on readers’ lists

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Please print the request for donating picture frames to a local retirement community because the email address was wrong. It should be momsweeney@hotmail.com. We are always looking for used frames to frame puzzles that we have made. If anyone has any 18- by 24-inches or larger that they are willing to donate, […]
Published
May 28, 2019

Auburn church plans yard sale; Paris library knitters helping newborns

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Immaculate Heart of Mary Paris will hold its annual yard sale from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at Sacred Heart Church in Auburn with a rain date of June 8. The sale will include contents of an estate with many vintage items. There are three dining room sets, linens, […]
Published
May 27, 2019

Readers ask for picture frames, bottles for special projects

DEAR SUN SPOTS: As activities coordinator at a local retirement community, I’m always looking for used frames to frame puzzles we have completed. If anyone has 18- by 24-inch frames or larger that they are willing to donate, I can be reached at 786-7149 or by e-mail at moomsweeney@hotmail.com. Thank you! — Marlene, no town ANSWER: […]
Published
May 23, 2019

Bethel nonprofit needs lawnmower; Norway festival wants volunteers

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Mahoosuc Land Trust in Bethel needs a 36-inch mower to maintain the walking/hiking trails at its Valentine Farm Conservation Center. Would readers consider donating their used mower to a needy charity and taking a tax write-off? We will gladly pick up any mower in operable condition. Please call me at 824-2062 […]
Published
May 23, 2019

Honeybees and telemarketer calls bothering homeowners

DEAR SUN SPOTS: My husband has planted pussy willow bushes over the years in our backyard. They are beautiful when in bloom. Now that they have passed their peak, the big blossoms are covered with honeybees, hundreds, maybe thousands! We want to mow the lawn around the trees, but I’m afraid of getting stung. Any […]
Published
May 22, 2019

Norway church seeks yard sale items; junk cars raise question

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Second Congregational Church in Norway is seeking donations for it 19th Annual Yard Sale on Aug. 24. As of May 28, the barn will be open and the friends and members of the church at 205 Main St. will accept items. Congregation and community volunteers are ready to start sorting, cleaning […]
Published
May 22, 2019

Temporary housing and cellphone recycling sources requested

DEAR SUN SPOTS: If anyone can find out information, it’s you … we have friends moving to the area who are in need of temporary housing for an unspecified time frame. We heard there are apartments near the Auburn airport for that very purpose. I was told you can rent there on a monthly basis. […]
Published
May 17, 2019

Readers ask about Wilton thrift shop, slide projector repair

DEAR SUN SPOTS: There was an article in the Sun Journal recently about someone starting a new thrift shop with money going toward a worthy cause. They were still in the stages of collecting, I believe. Can you get me more information? — No name, Auburn ANSWER: I think you might be referring to the article […]