Mayor Claus spreads some cheer

South Portland eyes 2026 referendum for Mahoney project

The South Portland City Council unanimously voted Tuesday to hire an owner’s representative for the project to consolidate municipal departments in the building.

Scarborough railway crossing to receive maintenance

The Maine DOT has proposed to close the bridge for two separate weekends to complete the work in either 2025 or 2026.

Scarborough Planning Board considers proposed wetland setbacks ‘the bare minimum’

The majority of Planning Board members at a meeting on Monday said they support the 25-foot setback, while one member said they’d like to wait until the town gathers more input from stakeholders.

Cape Elizabeth community rink glides into third season

Due to popular demand, an adult learn-to-play pond hockey program is offered this year.

Accident spurs Casco Bay Bridge closure

The Casco Bay Bridge was closed to southbound traffic Tuesday morning for repairs after a truck hit a barricade around 10 a.m. on Monday. A video posted on the department’s social media shows a pickup truck attempting to slow down as the barricade is lowered, but colliding with it and snapping the arm off into […]

Skate with Santa in Cape Elizabeth

Cape Community Arena Group is hosting a Skate with Santa & Friends event on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the outdoor rink at Gull Crest. Attendees can skate with Santa and his elves and take part in on- and off-ice activities. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to […]

Proposed wetland setbacks in Scarborough draw fire

The proposal would require new developments to maintain a 25-foot buffer from adjacent wetlands. The council voted, 5-2, to send it to the Planning Board for review and a public hearing, after lengthy debates.

Land trust adds to Pleasant Hill Preserve

The Scarborough Land Trust announced last week that it has acquired 25 acres of undeveloped forested land adjacent to Pleasant Hill Preserve. The land, formerly part of 162 Spurwink Ave., increases Pleasant Hill Preserve’s footprint to 186 acres and connects it to 300 acres within the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge and 17 acres of […]

Scarborough’s Open Space Plan available soon

A draft of Scarborough’s new Open Space Plan will be available later this month for residents to review and provide input. The plan, developed by the town’s Ad-Hoc Open Space Committee is intended to help guide and prioritize land conservation efforts in town. This summer, the committee held community workshops and staffed a table at […]