DEAR SUN SPOTS:  I have two typewriters that need repairs. Would you know of a place that can repair them? I am emailing you because you have been so good at finding resources.—Nancy, no town ANSWER: Cosco Technologies in Windham (207-377-2897) should be able to take care of you. Readers: If you know of anyone […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The United New Auburn Association will hold a Community Yard Sale and Bottle Drive to benefit the restoration of Auburn’s historic Marshall’s popcorn truck. The fundraiser will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, in the parking lot of Rolly’s Diner,87 Mill St. in Auburn, rain or shine. […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Calling all Santa’s helpers! Bolster Heights Residential Care Facility is asking for donations for men and woman for the holiday season. As always, personal hygiene items and warm hats and gloves are appreciated. Our residents have been extra good this year and we want them to know how loved they all are. […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: My friend and I visited a nursing home in Farmington and after our visit, we decided to bring a tea party to the residents. We will bring them tea and refreshments. We would also like them to be able to wear hats. I have a few, but not enough for all.  My request […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: You’ve been so helpful in the past, I hope you can succeed this time! I have a 5-foot cast iron, claw-footed tub in really good condition that I would be willing to give to anyone who can pick it up.  It’s on the first floor.  Please call 783-9358. — Jan, Auburn ANSWER: […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS:  A few years ago I asked how to get rid of telemarketers and you gave a number to call to get on the “Do Not Call” list. I called them and was told I was already on the list and had been since 2009. It seems as if I’m getting more and […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m a volunteer with Rebuilding Together Lewiston/Auburn and am wondering if you could help us find homes to renovate this year. Our 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, cannot […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m wondering if there are any service stations in the L-A area that sell “ethanol-free” gasoline?  There is a Shell station in Winthrop that has it and we buy it from there for small engine fuel. — No name, no town ANSWER: To answer this question, I went to pure-gas.org and found […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you have a name(s) of someone who does home cleaning in Poland? — Stan, Poland ANSWER: In the Rolodex, I have PJM Cleaning and Home Improvement in Lewiston (209-4458 or 436-5111) and Sue’s Residential Cleaning Service in Auburn (212-0812). With requests like this, I always give SeniorsPlus a mention as they […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Lisbon United Methodist Church is once again looking for runners and walkers to support their Annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, Sept. 11, at 14 School St. in Lisbon Falls. Check-in/same-day registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with the timed race starting at 8:30 a.m. Registration is open and all registrants […]