ANSWER: It is always surprising to see such large predatory raptors in our neighborhoods, but this is actually quite common according to the Audubon Society. Cooper’s Hawks can settle wherever there are tall trees for nesting and small birds or mammals to hunt, which might make neighborhood bird feeders look more like a buffet spread […]

The role takes just the right person: females who are good listeners and not fixers, who understand and can keep good boundaries, are a non-anxious and non-judgmental presence and have a professional background in social work, counseling, chaplaincy, teaching, nursing or a similar field. The commitment is a half-day a week, the same day and […]

I remember when I was about 10 years old I had a whole quarter to spend on Christmas gifts for my four older sisters and I was determined to get them each something. After about an hour of tough decisions, I finally managed to get a hairnet net for the oldest, a pocket mirror for […]

He has MS, and it’s getting harder to get him in and out of the Jeep they have now, so a handicap van will be great. My stepmother will be willing to pay a good and fair price for one. Her number is 207-779-4242. Ask for Diane. Thank you. — Stephanie, Jay. DEAR SUN SPOTS: […]

WLU is seeking volunteers to help us make this event memorable for our guests. We are a small non-profit and depend on volunteers to make our events successful. You do not have to be a member to volunteer at this WLU event. For more information, call Melanie at 207-783-6764 or email melness@roadrunner.com. Thank you. DEAR […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have some foreign coins and paper money that I’m wondering if anyone would like. My son gave it to me years ago when he was in the service. He is deceased now, and I have no use for it and would like to give it to someone who may have a […]

We are hoping to get some remembrances from Key Club alumni of all decades if possible. If you have a Key Club story to share or would like to be kept up to date on our celebration, you may email kchoate@lewistonpublicschools.org. Thank you, we look forward to hearing about “how it used to be.” — […]

ANSWER: Sun Spots looked at the property assessment information available on the city of Auburn’s website at  and the building at 71 Broad Street was built about 1898. Currently, the building houses Artistic Creation Tattoo and 12 apartment units. Let’s hope a reader writes in with more information about the building’s history. DEAR SUN SPOTS: […]

ANSWER: Sun Spots checked with the Maine Turnpike Authority and learned this about the roadside clearing from mile 63 to 75.3: “This project will include the removal of trees, brush and debris from the roadside, northbound and southbound, beginning at Mile 63 and ending at Mile 75.3 of the Maine Turnpike. Vegetation will be removed […]