DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston High School Class of 1969 is planning their 50th reunion in August. Out of more than 460 classmates we have been able to locate all but the classmates listed below. If any Sun Spots readers know the whereabouts of any of these people, please contact Roger Hamann at rusticyankee72@ aol.com […]
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Author update; vintage cookbooks and candy
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I love the author Rosamunde Pilcher. My favorite book is “The Shell Seekers.” Has she written any more books lately? I think she is now in her 80s. — Rachel, no town ANSWER: I love Rosamunde, too! She’s definitely one of my favorites. Sadly, she passed away just a couple weeks ago, […]
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All 10 high school basketball tournaments will be televised
The schedule of games for Portland and Bangor arenas
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Help with moving, farmers market
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Are there services to help pack up household belongings for physically disadvantaged older people? — Elaine, no town ANSWER: Call Seniors Plus at 207-795-4010. They are located at 8 Falcon Road in Lewiston and are a tremendously helpful resource for seniors. They have recommendations and referrals for all kinds of services for […]
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Fighter jet for Memorial Park?
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The L & A Veterans Council is seeking donations to help bring the Vietnam War-era LTV A-7D Corsair II fighter jet to the Veterans Memorial Park in Lewiston from its current location in Helena, Montana. The plane, more than 48 feet long with a wingspan of nearly 40 feet, would be refurbished and mounted […]
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Reader looking for Littlest Pet Shop Toys
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a young girl who is in love with Littlest Pet Shop Toys. I’ve looked everywhere to find some and haven’t been successful. I’m wondering if Sun Spots readers might have some they no longer want. If you have any, please call me at 784-4214. I read this column every day. […]
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Fair looking for crafters; crafters looking for space
DEAR SUN SPOTS: High Street Congregational Church is accepting donations of fabric and crafting supplies for the annual Fabric Fair that will be held on Saturday, April 6. Donations may be dropped off at 106 Pleasant St. in Auburn on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or at other times by […]
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How to track down the value of old stocks
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I read your column every day and find myself in need of your expertise. I found some old stocks that belonged to my grandfather dated 1944. I searched online and couldn’t find any information. Could you please steer me in the right direction? They are two shares of Capital Stock for Riverside […]
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New Year’s Auburn, White Shoes
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the Jan. 29 Sun Spots about the manufacture of “white shoes,” according to the history, “Auburn: 100 Years a City,” page 115, the white shoe companies were Cushman-Hollis Company and Dingley-Foss Shoe Company. They made white canvas shoes for warm weather. The book has a photo in the Cushman-Hollis factory about […]
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Donut cutters found; scarf project continues
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the Jan. 30 Sun Spots about donut cutters from Wayne, you can find them at Mixed Up in Farmington. This is where I found mine. It’s a great cooking store and very helpful. — Rosie, Jay ANSWER: Thanks, Rosie! Mixed Up Cookie and Baking Supply is located at 161 Main St. […]