DEAR SUN SPOTS: A committee is working on ways to celebrate the 50-year anniversary of the opening of Lewiston High School, which was Lewiston Comprehensive High School at the time. As part of the celebration, a question was raised as to whether a time capsule may have been placed in the building or grounds during […]
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Sabattus Legion seeking obits for local men killed in action in World War II
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am looking for obituaries of the soldiers from Sabattus who were killed in action in World War II. I have five names: Alphee V. Caron, Lewis V. Flanders, Emilien Fontaine, Adrien Roux and Clarence Elmon Tyler. The Sabattus American Legion is doing a project for Memorial Day, and it would be […]
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Senior citizen seeks advice on how to claim state relief check
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We need your help again! To receive the $850 stimulus in June, could you please find out how a senior who receives only Social Security can receive the $850? I know it said you need to file a Maine state income tax form. Our question is, can you file a Maine tax […]
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Volunteers wanted for Lewiston shelter, Phillips railroad
DEAR SUN SPOTS: First of all, thank you always for the valuable information you provide to Sun Spots fans and beyond. St. Martin de Porres Residences Inc., a homeless shelter, has been in existence in Lewiston for 27 years. An important part of our shelter is our thrift shop called “Bargain Basket” at College and […]
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Benefit Date Correction, Soup
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Thanks so much for running the piece I sent about the Make-A-Wish Benefit coming up at Fusion at the Lewiston Ramada. When I sent in the information, I made an error with the date and time. The correct date and time for the show with Continental Shakedown and guests is Saturday, April […]
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Ringing of the Bells, Free Couch
DEAR SUN SPOTS: In the tradition of honoring all who have served their country, we are asking all area churches to take part in a movement to breathe new life into a once great tradition. The ringing of the bells for peace began on Nov. 11, 1918, in England at the end of World War […]
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Nutrition center wish list, volunteers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: St. Mary’s Nutrition Center promotes community health through organizing, advocacy and education. We are asking readers to consider volunteering and to help with fulfilling our Wish List. If you have any of the following items to donate, please contact the Nutrition Center at 513-3848 or at nutritioncenter@stmarysmaine.com. We are in need of […]
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A 200th Birthday Party, Snow Again?
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Town of Mexico will celebrate its 200th birthday in 2018. There will be activities throughout the year. We are looking for participants for activities, including: a Revolutionary War Re-enactment Group; participants for a Woodsman’s Day; parade participants, including Shriners; antique vehicles, town emergency vehicles, Scout troops and other youth groups; bands, […]
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Mainer asks ID requirements for air travel
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Please clarify exactly what form of ID will be accepted in order to fly within the United States. It is my understanding that our Maine licenses do not follow federal guidelines and as of 2018, will no longer be valid forms of identification. I applied for and received my passport card. However, […]
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MLB hires bat boys and ball girls with salary and perks
DEAR SUN SPOTS: How do they pick the ball girls on the left and right sides of the field and the ball boys? Are they paid? And are there different people for the different home games? Thanks in advance for all you do. You surely help me out. — Pulpman, Peru. ANSWER: Assuming you are […]