With a background in adult and senior programming at a New York library, she plans to focus on fostering community engagement and enhancing the lives of residents aged 55 and above through tailored recreational programs.
Rebecca Richard
Staff Writer
Rebecca Richard is a reporter for the Franklin Journal. She graduated from the University of Maine after studying literature and writing. She is a small business owner, wife of 33 years and mom of eight children. Rebecca was born in Florida, but has been in Maine for over 15 years, and in New England since her teen years.
Cape Elizabeth approves zoning amendments amid LD 2003 mandate
The Cape Elizabeth Town Council recently passed zoning amendments, including changes to accessory dwelling unit (ADU) sizes and dwelling unit allowances.
Fiddlehead Center for the Arts in Scarborough has homeschool and after-school programs
Fiddlehead Center for the Arts’ programs foster creativity and community engagement.
Classical Uprising presents ‘Sing We Noël’ holiday concerts
The concerts at Saint Alban’s Church on Dec. 9 offer performances by Oratorio Chorale and Horizon Voices, featuring sing-along carols and a post-concert cookie and cocoa reception.
South Portland’s annual holiday celebration a success
The Mill Creek Park festivities showcased a community-driven holiday celebration.
South Portland adopts tree removal regulations
City regulations categorize trees into four categories, Significant, Heritage, Historic/Cultural, and Program trees, based on factors like size and age.
South Portland Library to host ‘Birds and Books’
The library invites the community to an event on Dec. 9 featuring authors Heidi Stemple and Rebekah Lowell.
Costco grand opening in Scarborough draws excitement
Maine’s recently opened Costco in Scarborough, as reviewed by superfan authors David and Susan Schwartz, presents a regionally influenced shopping experience, with insider tips.
Costco grand opening in Scarborough draws excitement
Maine’s recently opened Costco in Scarborough, as reviewed by superfan authors David and Susan Schwartz, presents a regionally influenced shopping experience.
South Portland and Scarborough have a night with festive celebrations
As the holiday season begins, South Portland and Scarborough offered residents a double dose of festive community fun on the same night. On Dec.1 from 4 to 6 p.m., South Portland’s Mill Creek Park held holiday festivities during the city’s annual celebration, coinciding with Scarborough’s Gingerbread Night which began at 6 p.m.