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Seeking dried whole peas for soup in Farmington area

ANSWER: Sun Spots checked with a few places in Farmington and did not locate that item. Although it’s a bit of a drive, Axis Natural Foods at 120 Center St. in Auburn has them in stock. You can call 207-782-3348 to find out if they are still in stock if you decide to visit the […]

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Laurel Hill Native American settlement revisited

The following excerpt is from the book, “The History of Durham, New Hampshire,” previously known as Oyster Bay Plantation, and is about the history of the founding families of that town, in this case, that of the Huckins family. “Robert Huckins, born about 1620, signed the Dover Combination of 1640. He had a grant of […]

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More information on art classes in L-A

DEAR SUN SPOTS: You are such a good source of help. Thanks so much. Can you advise me as to where I can go to get my government ID card renewed? My husband was in the Navy and I was able to get it at the Brunswick Naval Air Station, but it is now closed. […]

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Tabletop manger to give away

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Woman’s Literary Union of Androscoggin County is asking for help in locating oriental rugs that were stolen from the Foss Mansion in the 1970s. Any information at all would be helpful for our continuing research into this historic house. Come see where these carpets were stolen and talk to me, Kathy, […]

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Auburn nonprofit collecting mittens for kids

The ABA will have a table set up to serve hot chocolate and munchkins donated by Dunkin’ Donuts to the parade goers. The mittens will be at the ABA table. If anyone can donate mittens, please drop them off at Key Bank, 12 East Ave., Lewiston, or Key Bank, Auburn Shopping Center, 600 Center St., […]

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Music train’s schedule for 2016 located

My husband is a train fan and I would like to surprise him with tickets. So how do I get my hands on those? This sounds like a fun fall adventure. Thanks, Sun Spots, you are a loyal friend. — Mrs. LLM in Lewiston. ANSWER: The article you refer to was written by an AP […]

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Canton Angels seek donations, Santa bookings

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Merry Christmas everyone! I am part of a group of people that tries to ensure that all local kids in Canton have a Merry Christmas no matter how much the household budget prohibits it. We call ourselves the Canton Angels. We are looking for any help the community can offer us from your […]

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Where are art lessons offered in L-A?

ANSWER: Lewiston Adult Ed has multiple types of art classes for adults; call 207-784-2928 ext. 2. Other sources include YMCA of L-A at 207-795-4095; Auburn Adult and Community Education at 207-333-6661; and you can ask LA Arts at 207-782-7228 as they interact with many local artists. DEAR SUN SPOTS: Concerning the question about the local […]

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Reader has Sugar Creek Gang books to donate

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Norway-Paris Kiwanis Club is lending a helping hand and providing toys to the families of needy children in Oxford County this holiday season. The Club has teamed up with the Christmas for Kids Program for the 2015 Christmas Parade. Kiwanis members will dress up as characters from the “Toy Story” movies […]

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Roak Block residents seek Christmas tree ornaments

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Thank you so much for your column. It is the thirst thing I read in the morning. I am looking for the person who owned “Sure Start” at 1339 Sabattus Street in Lewiston. I need to have him look at my car remote that he installed in my car. My phone number […]