I work at Park Avenue and Sherwood Heights aftercare programs. Yarn could be dropped off at both schools, or I can also pick up yarn in the Lewiston and Auburn area if necessary. Thank you to all. — Anne. DEAR SUN SPOTS: Could you find out what happened to Matt Zidle and Erin Ovalle on […]

ANSWER: Sun Spots was unable to find a specific organization in Maine that advertises a need for empty pill bottles, however, there are many ways to repurpose old pill bottles — from using them to create mini first aid kits to keep in a purse or backpack, to using them for storing small items like […]

ANSWER: There are many wonderful berry farms in Maine that offer fresh, tasty berries in season. However, Sun Spots made many inquiries and it seems that few, if any, reserve frozen blueberries for sale after the season is over. If you’re open to traveling just a bit from the Rangely area, there is a farm […]

I think the ingredients were crushed canned tomatoes, butter, flour, salt, pepper and milk, but I do not know the amounts or the process. I knew if anyone could help it would be Sun Spots. Thank you, HC in Turner. ANSWER: Let’s hope some Sun Spots readers out there can help you out with a […]

ANSWER: As dog licensing season nears, many communities host clinics, however, most of those are in December or early January so people can participate before licenses are due. If you’re willing to travel just a bit, then clinics are available through the Coastal Humane Society in Brunswick each month. They are available for anyone, regardless […]

ANSWER: It is always surprising to see such large predatory raptors in our neighborhoods, but this is actually quite common according to the Audubon Society. Cooper’s Hawks can settle wherever there are tall trees for nesting and small birds or mammals to hunt, which might make neighborhood bird feeders look more like a buffet spread […]

The role takes just the right person: females who are good listeners and not fixers, who understand and can keep good boundaries, are a non-anxious and non-judgmental presence and have a professional background in social work, counseling, chaplaincy, teaching, nursing or a similar field. The commitment is a half-day a week, the same day and […]

I remember when I was about 10 years old I had a whole quarter to spend on Christmas gifts for my four older sisters and I was determined to get them each something. After about an hour of tough decisions, I finally managed to get a hairnet net for the oldest, a pocket mirror for […]

He has MS, and it’s getting harder to get him in and out of the Jeep they have now, so a handicap van will be great. My stepmother will be willing to pay a good and fair price for one. Her number is 207-779-4242. Ask for Diane. Thank you. — Stephanie, Jay. DEAR SUN SPOTS: […]

WLU is seeking volunteers to help us make this event memorable for our guests. We are a small non-profit and depend on volunteers to make our events successful. You do not have to be a member to volunteer at this WLU event. For more information, call Melanie at 207-783-6764 or email melness@roadrunner.com. Thank you. DEAR […]