DEAR SUN SPOTS: What is the normal amount you should give when tipping? If you ask five people, you get five different answers. — John, Rumford. ANSWER: Tipping does vary widely depending on what the service is for which you are providing the gratuity, and how you, the consumer, rate that service. However, since many […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for someone or a company that can remove furniture items from my mother’s basement in the Auburn area. The Salvation Army will not accept certain items. And Goodwill no longer picks up. Thank you for your help. — Bonnie, Auburn.  ANSWER: Various local cleaners, including ServiceMaster which has offices in Auburn […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Once again I need the “low down” and I know just where to go to get it. Someone went through a lot of time and expense to beautify the corner of Randall Road and Sabattus Street. Who did it? And, any future plans to develop this lot to more than a lawn? […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Where can I purchase powdered egg whites? I have searched high and low. Any help would be much appreciated. — Nancy, no town. ANSWER: Powdered egg whites are often used to make royal icing, so many stores that sell cake-decorating supplies will have them available in that section. You might also find […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m hosting a Mexican Fiesta theme party and I was thinking of ordering flan for desserts, but I can’t find a bakery where I can order one to feed my 30 or so guests. Do you know where I might be able to find one? Alternatively, I could make some if it’s […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: On behalf of the Waterford Grange, I would like to thank you for your help in making this summer’s craft and flea market a success. I would like to remind your readers that there are only two weeks left until our summer sales end. We will be open the last Friday and […]