Giving back Hires, promotions, appointments Several Portland Water District members have assumed leadership positions at various organizations. Dustin Price, chief wastewater treatment plant operator for PWD, was appointed to the Joint Environmental Training Coordinating Committee Board of Directors by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. Scott Firmin, director of wastewater services, has been elected to […]
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Cheverus blanks Yarmouth/Freeport in state game rematch
Stags stay perfect by virtue of a 3-0 victory
Scarborough boys live up to billing, rally to down Deering in opener
Red Storm get clutch shooting from Liam Jefferds, great defense from Nick Glidden in a 40-35 victory.
Freeport girls surge late to win at Deering
Falcons capture first-ever meeting with Rams, 49-43.
Cooking at the Cove: Cozy up with a bowl of squash soup – and chocolatey cookies
What could be better on a chilly night than a bowl of hot, wholesome soup with fresh, homemade cookies to look forward to later? Like most soups, this butternut squash soup, with extras all roasted in the oven, is more flavorful when made a day ahead and reheated so all the ingredients have a chance to […]
With merger, Scarborough Land Trust, Friends of Scarborough Marsh join forces
The merger allows the conservationists to put forth one voice and one vision to protect the marsh, they say.
South Portland council sets November 2024 vote to fill vacant seat in Legislature
The council also repeals an ordinance requiring owners of large buildings to report their energy and water use to the city.
Longtime Scarborough first responder says luck is on her side with retirement
Cynthia Gorham, respected by colleagues for her selflessness and compassion with those she assisted, says everything is working out for her in retirement.
Jordan’s Farm gets funding infusion to expand retail presence
The Cape Elizabeth family farm received $250,000 in federal funding last week.
Winter farmers markets offer fresh food, familiar faces
Bath and Brunswick’s winter markets are open on Saturdays.