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COVID-19 vaccines for children: How parents are influenced by misinformation, and how they can counter it

Since COVID-19 vaccines became available for children ages 5 to 11 in early November 2021, many families have been lining up to get their school-age kids vaccinated prior to holiday travel and gatherings. As of Dec. 14, 5.6 million U.S. children ages 5 to 11 – or about 19% of this age group – have […]

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Scarborough welcomes new Police Chief Mark Holmquist

Newly appointed Police Chief Mark Holmquist assumed his role with the Scarborough Police Department on Monday, Dec. 6. He replaces 22-year former Police Chief Robbie Moulton, who retired in July after a 44-year career with the town. Holmquist comes to Scarborough from a longtime career with the Maine State Police, where he has worked since […]

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Enclave of Scarborough hosts church Neighboring gathering

On Dec. 12, the First Congregational Church of Scarborough held a celebration event for a group of 11 church members who volunteered on a multi-year task force to create a Long-Range Strategic Plan for the church. This plan will guide church activities in the coming years in expanding church membership, enhancing our worship and spiritual […]