Erica Richards, who will lead a fundraising team at the Maine Marathon, says early intervention is needed in light of the correlation between disabilities and incarceration.
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Scarborough principal to take over at Saccarappa School next month
Jessica Steele is the interim replacement for Brian Mazjanis, who is working as the finance director for the school department.
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Scarborough closing in on naming new police chief
South Portland plans to resume its search for its new chief in coming weeks.
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Cape Elizabeth council nears vote on town center affordable housing project
As the Town Council readies for a vote on the amendment Oct. 13, residents continue to argue for and against the project.
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South Portland pot stores ride Maine sales boom
Business was great this summer, two recreational cannabis retailers say, thanks in part to tourists and a growing number of products.
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South Portland Police renews partnership to stem overdoses
South Portland Police Department has extended its partnership with the Police Assisted Addiction & Recovery Initiative to create awareness and prevention around drug overdoses.
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South Portland dog debate: Here’s what owners face at Hinckley Park and beyond
The South Portland City Council removes a nonresident provision from its dog ordinance and is set to vote on the remaining items Sept. 21.
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Cats rescued in South Portland condo fire
Two cats were rescued unharmed by first responders after an electrical fire broke out at Point Neck Condominiums Wednesday morning. According to Rob Couture of South Portland Fire Rescue, first responders arrived at 317 Preble St. to find smoke was visible at the rear of a multi-family, two-story condo, and crews were informed by other […]
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Scarborough Kiwanis Club hosts Kids Fishing Derby
The Scarborough Kiwanis Club’s 34th annual Kids Fishing Derby is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 11, at Bayley’s Camping Resort, 275 Pine Point Road, Scarborough. The event is free for children ages 4-15. Adults are encouraged to bring non-perishable food to donate to the Scarborough Food Pantry. Live bait only will be […]
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South Portland Fire Rescue to hold 9/11 memorial
South Portland Fire Rescue is holding a memorial for the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, at 260 Main St., Cash Corner Fire Station. Police, fire and other city officials will speak at the hour-long event, and there will be on-air announcements made by the dispatch center to recognize […]