ANSWER: As local newspapers have continued their move into the digital world, they are exploring various avenues for advertising — since it is advertising dollars that pay the salaries of reporters and so many other staff who work hard to bring the news to readers like yourself. Some newspapers have hard pay walls in place […]
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Check your fingers, reader finds lost class ring
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You talked about Lewiston having a full service gas station, and Auburn has a wonderful full-service gas station, too. Poisson’s & Sons Auto Care is on South Main Street in Auburn. Not only do they pump your gas, but they wash the windshield, the back window, and Don or Dan have been […]
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Breaking up is hard to do — with your propane company, that is
DEAR READERS: Recently, Sun Spots received a couple inquiries about a similar topic, so she decided to address them together. Here are the letters (specific company names have been removed): DEAR SUN SPOTS: My neighbors are seniors who live on a fixed income. They recently changed propane suppliers to save money. It has been several […]
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When will the Olympics be done?
ANSWER: The 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, began on Friday, Aug. 5, and last a total of 16 days. The closing ceremonies are scheduled to take place on Sunday, Aug. 21. Then, the Paralympics follow, beginning on Sept. 7 and lasting through Sept. 18. After the close of the Paralympics, the next […]
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Origins of WWII era poem a mystery
Look, God, I have never spoken to you, But now, I want to say, “how do you do?” You see, God, they told me You didn’t exist And like a fool, I believed all this. Last night, from a shell-hole, I saw Your sky And I figured then they had told me a lie. Had […]
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Reader selling salt and pepper collection
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Thank you for all your information and help to all of us. I know that you have answered these questions before, but I didn’t need them at that time and didn’t write them down. I’m sorry. I am having to move quickly and won’t have room for my large collection of salt […]
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Salted herb recipes vary greatly
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would like to know if any Sun Spots readers have a recipe for salted herbs. — No Name, No Town. ANSWER: Salted herbs are quite popular for use in French-Canadian dishes, particularly in soups. The method of seasoning and preserving herbs in canning jars creates a salty, savory base that can […]
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Two states still ban self-pumping at gas stations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: FYI: It is illegal to pump your own gas in the state of Oregon. — Edie, Auburn. ANSWER: That’s partially true, Edie. Only two states — Oregon and New Jersey — still have laws on the books restricting gas pumping to professional attendants, with both states citing safety as a reason. It’s […]
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Custom bra fitting may help with shoulder pain
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I hope you or some of your readers can help me. I am an older woman with large breasts. My shoulders are in constant pain from the bra straps. I have tried many kinds (of bras). There used to be a place that did custom fittings. I don’t have a computer to […]
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Pick-your-own cherries harder to find nowadays
ANSWER: There are very few pick-your-own orchards around that still have sour (or tart) cherries. Doles Orchard, at 187 Doles Ridge Road in Limington is one. You can call them at (207) 793-4409 to make sure the cherries are ready for picking before making the trek. If you’re willing to make a day trip out […]