DEAR SUN SPOTS: Could you please look in your files for the following information that I believe appeared sometime during the winter months? I’m looking for someone to refurbish and someone who possibly purchases old travel trunks. I believe there is one in Lewiston. Also, I’m looking for the business that posts items for people […]
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Reader offers thanks for help during water emergency
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a very nice wheelchair with a gel cushion. It will not fit a large person. I would like to donate it to someone who can really use it. Please come prepared to explain your situation. Contact me at 207-784-8891. —No name, Auburn DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lisbon United Methodist Church […]
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Does anyone remember local entertainer Roselle Coury?
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Kairos Prison Ministry’s informational meeting will be held Saturday, Aug. 4, not Saturday, July 28, as originally sent in our note for July 20 Sun Spots. All other information is the same. —No name, Wilton ANSWER: Be sure to mark your calendars, everyone! The meeting will be at East Auburn Baptist […]
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Christian Ministry Volunteers, Monument #31
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Maine Kairos Prison Ministry Volunteers will hold an informational meeting from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at the East Auburn Baptist Church. We are in the planning stages of getting ready for our Kairos #36 four-day retreat at the Maine State Prison from Oct. 11-14. If you are interested […]
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Donations needed; vacuum cleaner dealers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Trinity Jubilee Center serves many homeless people who are trying to survive and get back to work. Donations of backpacks, steel-toed boots and small shampoos are greatly needed. We are also searching for a volunteer to pick up a large food donation every Wednesday morning. Donations can be dropped off between […]
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"The power of Sun Spots" does work
DEAR SUN SPOTS: In response to Mark’s inquiry (Sun Spots, July 16) about high school members celebrating 50th reunions, he might want to check out the Lisbon Golden Reunion Facebook page. All classmates who graduated 50 years ago or more are invited to this celebration each year. We have a great time, and it’s so […]
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Nonprofit seeks yard sale donations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Rural Community Action Ministry is accepting donations for its third “Somewhat Annual” yard sale scheduled on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 24 and 25. The sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the RCAM office, 81 Churchill Road in Leeds. Call 207-524-5095 for more information. — No name, no town […]
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Bradbury Mountain State Park family, pet friendly
DEAR SUN SPOTS: How much does it cost to spend the day at Bradbury Mountain? Can you camp there? What about bringing your dog? — Katy, Greene ANSWER: This park in Pownal is open year-round from 9 a.m. to sunset and is a family favorite for hiking, biking and camping. A day pass for an adult […]
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8mm film conversion, road safety
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a nice transporter chair that I would like to donate to someone. Simply call 207-784-8891. — No name, Auburn DEAR SUN SPOTS: My 93-year-old grandmother recently passed away and while cleaning her house, we found an 8mm movie. Our family has no idea what’s on the film. Would any readers still […]
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Too much sun and heat
DEAR SUN SPOTS: What are the differences between an excessive heat outlook, a watch and a warning? What are the health risks? — No name, no town ANSWER: Each National Weather Service Forecast Office issues heat-related reports as conditions warrant. NWS local offices often collaborate with local partners to determine when an alert should be issued […]