DEAR SUN SPOTS: Does anyone know of a safe item to spray in our house to get rid of fleas? We have three cats – two indoor and one who goes in and out. I’m not fond of the flea bomb. I’ve put Bravecto on our cats, but would like to get rid of fleas […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: There is a small bird that keeps flying into my kitchen window. It happens in the morning and afternoon hours. Have you ever heard of this? —No name, no town ANSWER: I haven’t, but I’m wondering if something on your windowsill or in your kitchen is drawing the bird’s attention. It might […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The SHAREcenter can always use arts and crafts and school and office supplies. Also, if anyone has office or household furniture and small appliances they would like to donate, we have new members in need of these items for their families. Thank you! — Lisa, no town ANSWER: The SHAREcenter is at […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Did you or anyone you know serve aboard the USS Intrepid? The search is underway to find former USS Intrepid crew members and memorabilia for a special 75th Commissioning Anniversary Weekend. Aug. 1 will mark the 75th anniversary of the commissioning of the World War II-era Essex class aircraft carrier, which is […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding June 4 Sun Spots about a business in Auburn selling things on eBay, as well as teaching Introduction to eBay Classes, I am questioning if the phone number 207-774-9900 is correct. — No name, no town ANSWER: My apologies to my dear readers and to Goin’ Postal in Auburn. That is a […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Since you’re the one with all the answers, early last year an organization erected triangular, eight-foot columns at several locations along the River Walk in Auburn, then the big windstorm last fall blew many over. There were only two remaining – one at Bonney Park and one on the steps going down […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Hartford Heritage Society is holding a yard sale on June 23 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hartford Town Hall, Main Street/Route 140. We’re still looking for items for the sale. While you’re doing your spring cleaning, if you find unneeded items you would like to pass on, please […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Annual Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, June 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.at Sacred Heart Church, 8 Sacred Heart Place, Auburn. Paris Mfg. wooden folding chairs, furniture, including a complete dining room set, desks, office chairs, office supplies, light fixtures, interior doors, housewares, jewelry […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Sun Spots readers, do you have a favorite recipe that includes Moxie? If so, enter the Moxie Recipe Contest which will be held Friday, July 13 at 5 p.m. at Chummy’s Mid Town Diner in Lisbon. The categories include appetizers, salads, dressings, sauces, main dishes, meat dishes, casseroles, desserts, pies and pastries. […]