DEAR SUN SPOTS: Are there services to repair treadmills in the Lewiston-Auburn area? — Sharron, no town ANSWER: This question is asked in Sun Spots fairly frequently and I have yet to come up with anyone who makes these repairs. I would start the search by calling the company that produced your treadmill. They should […]
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Looking for places to donate fiction books
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Is anyone interested in several boxes of mixed general fiction books? Goodwill says its warehouse is full and Salvation Army is not accepting books either. Nursing homes are not accepting donations during the pandemic. This offer is made to anyone who could make use of the books. If interested persons will provide […]
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Document shredding event set for Oct. 24 in Auburn
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Lunch Club will host a Community Document Shredding Event from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 24 at John F. Murphy Homes at 800 Center Street in Auburn. This is a good opportunity to safely dispose of documents and protect against identity theft. A charge of $10 per […]
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Hello-ween celebration needs volunteers, donations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Please come join the United New Auburn Association for the 10th Annual Hello-ween celebration. We will hold our celebration this year at the new Anniversary Park along the Little Andy River in New Auburn. We will be complying with all the current CDC requirements for safe events, and ask that you do, […]
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On lookout for appliance, clock, watch repair services
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 Caningbypam@gmail.com . – Pam,Turner ANSWER: Thank you, Pam! I shall be sure you’re in the Rolodex! DEAR SUN SPOTS: In answer to the […]
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Houseplant Sale at Thrift Store
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Maine Folque Co-op and Androscoggin Home Healthcare + Hospice are teaming up to offer a special Welcome-to-Autumn Houseplant sale outside the entrance of the Androscoggin Thrift Store on Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon. Featured will be a selection of easy-care plants such as Pothos, Swedish ivy, Wandering Jew […]
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Special baseball caps lost; penalty for disturbing political signs
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Thursday, Sept. 24, we were helping someone move into one of the units at Ledges Court off Almond Lane in Lewiston. There was a Hannaford grocery bag containing two baseball caps (one from Washington & Lee and one from St. Peter’s Cemetery) that fell off a vehicle as we were leaving. […]