DEAR SUN SPOTS: Thank you for your help. I am wondering if you know of anyone in the Twin Cities who works on CB radios and can check mobile antennas?—No name, no town. ANSWER: It is not clear whether this is a radio in your home or in your vehicle. Regardless, because CB radios transmit […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: My name is Joy Bordeau, and I am the Chaplain and Americanism Officer for the Napoleon Ouellette Post 24, American Legion, 184 Congress St. in Rumford. This Saturday, Nov. 19, we are having a day of celebration for all women who have served or are serving in the military. Our day starts […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I get emails from the Maine Turnpike Authority with traffic updates. It appears to me that the number of traffic accidents on the turnpike is increasing. Do they keep statistics on accidents before the increase in speed and after? — No name, no town. ANSWER: The Maine Department of Transportation, The Bureau […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am looking to find white bulbs for ceramic Christmas trees. Thank you.—No name, no town. ANSWER: Vintage ceramic Christmas trees are still quite popular, though the accessories can be difficult to track down. Usually there is a lamp kit set up on the inside of the tree then the bulbs, which […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would like to thank the employee at JC Penney who found my driver’s license and mailed it to me. It was greatly appreciated. I would also like to know if there is anyone in the Lewiston or Auburn area who would restring a pearl necklace. — No name, no town. ANSWER: […]

Tommy’s Feral Felines is an all volunteer, no kill organization which receives no official funding and relies solely on the donations and the income generated by its fund raising events. Tommy’s staff works hard 365 days a year in all kinds of Maine weather to support abandoned cats that live a feral existence. In addition […]

Of course the bright yellow bus is eye catching and helps draw attention to the collection that day, but it has a much more symbolic meaning: St. Mary’s is collecting food to feed hungry families, including the many children who live in poverty. Thanksgiving is a special time for families, but for families without enough […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: What we now call Veterans Day was once known as Armistice Day. It began on November 11, 1918, to honor veterans for their service, call for peace and give a moment for prayer. This was marked throughout England by the ringing of church bells for two minutes. In the tradition of honoring […]

ANSWER: Veterans Inc. offers transitional housing and programs for homeless veterans. They are located in the former St. Joseph’s School at 393 Main St. in Lewiston. Hats and mittens are on their wish list. For more information call (508) 791-1213 extension 199 or email donations@veteransinc.org. If anyone is associated with or can provide a contact […]

ANSWER: You might also try your local library. Many libraries keep back issues of periodicals and magazines. Sun Spots confirmed that the Lewiston Public Library has this issue available, though most magazines are for library use only. If you really want to read it and happen to be in the Lewiston area, consider visiting the […]