Earlier this month Scarborough Town Council unanimously voted against approving the 96-unit senior affordable and workforce housing project contract zone amendment that was proposed by South Portland Housing Authority. For me, it is a great project, but simply in the wrong location. I was concerned about the safety issues that could arise with that many […]
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One month left to enter Rachel Carson National Wildlife’s ‘Sense of Wonder’ photo contest
Submissions will be accepted until June 15.
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Now under county supervision, York County Food Pantry forges ahead
The program will continue to operate in a partnership between York County Government and nonprofit First County Foundation.
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Kennebunkport Historical Society’s first-ever Geranium Sale will support programming
Geraniums will be a key component in the restoration of the historic gardens at the Nott House.
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Keeping older Mainers’ retirement savings safe from scammers | Anne Carney
Even at 85 my dad was sharp. He was a lawyer who started his day with crossword puzzles before heading to work as a court auditor. He was the last person I expected to lose nearly $10,000 to the “grandparent scam.” But true to his character, he thought only about the needs of the person […]
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Community Art Show among the featured events at Kennebunkport library
Two author visits and a wine tasting also on the docket at Graves Memorial Library.
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Spring Bird Walk series returns to Kennebunk’s For All Forever Preserve
The walks, hosted by Kennebunk Land Trust, are held during the peak spring migration period.
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Let’s talk about growth and greed in Scarborough | Council Corner
Not a day goes by that I don’t read or hear someone call Scarborough’s elected officials or our town manager “greedy.” It’s a common refrain, especially on social media, and I think it’s time we talk about it, honestly and openly. What is at the root of that narrative? Is it just a sound bite? […]
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Safety tips offered to children at Saco bike rodeo
The event is scheduled for June 14 on the Thornton Academy campus.
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Turning the tide on pollution in Maine | Stacy Brenner
Maine’s natural resources and ecosystems are changing — we need to do something about it. As I’m sure we all know by this point, extreme weather events caused by climate change are not only disruptive and deadly, but also very expensive. Last winter’s storms caused an estimated $90 million in damage to public infrastructure and […]