DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Leeds Clothing Center at 160 Church Hill Road is having a bag sale Saturday, June 15. We did this last year and had much success. The Clothing Center is next to the Russell Medical Center in a large yellow building. The bag sale is $2 for a bag that you can […]
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Moxie Festival soliciting vendors; tub refinishing needed
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Moxie Festival Committee members seek a wide variety of vendors to sell food and products, and share information with our Moxie fans and friends on Friday and Saturday, July 12 and 13. We welcome commercial food and beverage vendors, commercial exhibitors, craft vendors, nonprofit organizations and school groups. New this year: […]
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Shoe and sewing machine repair recommendations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the request for a cobbler in June 6 Sun Spots, I recommend Paul’s Shoe Repair. He has been in Westbrook for many years. My family and I have done business with them and know Paul very well. Customers can reach him at 854-4338. — Marc, Lisbon ANSWER: I spoke with Paul […]
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Leavitt High School Class of 1969 seeking classmate, The Castle
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Leavitt High School Class of 1969 is looking for Jackie Lessard. If anyone knows where she is, please let us know. Please respond to me at rpratt.2@gmail.com. Thank you. — Russ, no town DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am writing to respond to the question regarding the house on the corner of Highland Avenue […]
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Volunteers advocates sought to help victims of sexual violence
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services is looking for volunteer advocates to respond to its 24-hour helpline and make a difference in the lives of people affected by sexual violence. Volunteer advocates receive extensive training and support to prepare them to effectively respond to callers. Volunteer advocates are notified of calls through […]
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Prom gowns, muffins and paying it forward
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Is there a listing in your Rolodex that accepts prom gown donations? We have four beautiful gowns that my daughter no longer needs and we would like to donate them to a nonprofit organization. Thank you for all the help you give everyone. — No name, no town ANSWER: There was a […]
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Oxford Hills Class of 1969 Reunion
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Oxford Hills High School Class of 1969 will hold its 50th class reunion on Saturday, Aug. 10, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Poland Spring Water Museum (www.polandspringresort.com). We are inviting any family or friends of deceased class members, or members from afar who are unable to attend, to send […]
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Historic home and neglected memorial raise questions
DEAR SUN SPOTS: What can you tell us about the magnificent home that sits on the corner of Highland Avenue and Hillcrest Street in Auburn? That house must certainly have some interesting history behind it. — David, Auburn DEAR SUN SPOTS: My curiosity has driven me to write to Sun Spots. On my commute to […]
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Salvation Army provides pickup service for household furniture
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We have our house for sale and because we’re downsizing, we won’t need some of our furniture. I have called Salvation Army and Goodwill and neither organization will pick up. Do you know of any organization that will? — No name, Wayne ANSWER: I spoke with Salvation Army by calling 1-800-SATRUCK (1-800-728-7825). […]
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Frames, license plates, blankets and camp pictures on readers’ lists
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Please print the request for donating picture frames to a local retirement community because the email address was wrong. It should be momsweeney@hotmail.com. We are always looking for used frames to frame puzzles that we have made. If anyone has any 18- by 24-inches or larger that they are willing to donate, […]