Thousands of visitors from town and across the United States flocked to Scarborough’s 350th anniversary celebration to enjoy a weekend of revelry unmarred by bad weather, bad luck, or even – for the most part – parking problems. “I thought it was perfect from start to finish,” said event planner Judi Clancy, who has spent […]
2013
Posted inCurrent, Southern Forecaster
Garden tours Aug. 10
University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Cumberland County will hold the fifth annual Backyard Locavore Day, a self-guided tour of multiple gardens in Cumberland County, on Saturday, Aug. 10. Events in Brunswick, Cape Elizabeth, Falmouth, Freeport, North Yarmouth, Portland, South Portland, Windham, Raymond and Yarmouth will be held from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., rain or shine. […]
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Current, Forecaster Opinion
LETTERS: One up, one down on kids’ health
As a resident of Scarborough and the executive director for Physicians for Social Responsibility Maine Chapter, I’d like to thank state Sen. Amy Volk for her recent vote in favor of LD 1181 to protect Maine children’s health. On the other hand, I’m disappointed that state Rep. Heather Sirocki failed to protect Maine children’s health […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Current, Forecaster Opinion
LETTERS: One up, one down on kids’ health
As a resident of Scarborough and the executive director for Physicians for Social Responsibility Maine Chapter, I’d like to thank state Sen. Amy Volk for her recent vote in favor of LD 1181 to protect Maine children’s health. On the other hand, I’m disappointed that state Rep. Heather Sirocki failed to protect Maine children’s health […]
Posted inCurrent, The Forecaster
State aid sought for Saco’s Camp Ellis
SACO – Saco Mayor Mark Johnston does not think it’s an exaggeration to say that Camp Ellis and Ferry Beach are experiencing the worst erosion problems in the state, which is why he’s asking the governor for help. The city is working with the Army Corps of Engineers on a solution to the erosion problem, […]
Posted inCurrent, The Forecaster
Cape Elizabeth Notes – 7/18
Off to the races Nomination papers for the November general election will be available at town hall starting Monday, July 29. Two seats, currently held by Frank Governali and Caitlin Jordan, will be available on the Town Council, while two, held by Michael Moore and Mary Townsend, are due to be filled on the school […]
Posted inCurrent, Southern Forecaster
Cape Elizabeth Notes – 7/18
Off to the races Nomination papers for the November general election will be available at town hall starting Monday, July 29. Two seats, currently held by Frank Governali and Caitlin Jordan, will be available on the Town Council, while two, held by Michael Moore and Mary Townsend, are due to be filled on the school […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Current, Lakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster
EDITORIAL: Women give their best to win cancer fight
In one way, the success of the Tri for a Cure is clear and measurable. In five years, the women-only triathlon has raised a total of $3.6 million for the Maine Cancer Foundation, including more than $1 million last year alone. The goal for 2013 is to beat 2012’s total, and there’s little doubt the […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Current, Lakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster
EDITORIAL: Women give their best to win cancer fight
In one way, the success of the Tri for a Cure is clear and measurable. In five years, the women-only triathlon has raised a total of $3.6 million for the Maine Cancer Foundation, including more than $1 million last year alone. The goal for 2013 is to beat 2012’s total, and there’s little doubt the […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Current, Lakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster
LIFE IN THE SUBURBS: Trayvon Martin verdict comes to Maine
The Trayvon Martin verdict is nothing new to the people in the criminal justice system in Maine. That stuff happens every day – or more specifically every Saturday night – in any number of venues in Maine. Ever go down to Old Orchard Beach on a Saturday night? Stroll on the boardwalk to enjoy the […]