Women deserve better To the editor, After the Dobbs’ decision overturned Roe v. Wade and returned abortion laws to each state, Gov. Janet Mills quickly broke her campaign promise to not expand Maine’s abortion laws. She explains, “The legislation is inspired by the story of Yarmouth resident Dana Peirce, who had to seek an abortion […]
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ICE officials ordered to release documents on Scarborough facility
A federal judge has ordered U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to release records after a lawsuit from Maine immigrant advocacy groups.
In the Know – Fiscal year 2024 budget proposes expansion of social services
The fiscal year 2024 proposed municipal budget includes funding for expanded social service resources within the public safety department. The need for more social services is in response to the increased demand in the past year for programs like general assistance. The general assistance program sees more clients seeking aid for housing, food, and other […]
Community News – Southern Maine Coastal Classic dog shows return
Southern Maine Coastal Classic returns to Cumberland Fairgrounds with four days of AKC All Breed Dog Shows and Obedience and Rally Trials. Shows run from Thursday, May 18, through Sunday, May 21, beginning at 8 a.m. each day, outdoors, rain or shine. York County Kennel Club of Maine, Inc and Vacationland Dog Club, Inc., invite […]
40 Cans for Lent raises over 7,000 pounds in donations
Members of the St. John Paul II Parish have collected 7,024 pounds of canned and packaged food for the South Portland Food Cupboard.
Walking series kicks off at library
The program is hosted by Scarborough Public Library and Age-Friendly Scarborough.
Workshop calls for land conservation goals
A Scarborough Town Council workshop on April 19 discussed on how to achieve the town’s conservation goals and achieve the “30 by 30” initiative.
Nature Notes – You can shape the future of Scarborough
In my position as executive director of the Scarborough Land Trust, I can take a walk in the woods as part of my job. This is always a highlight of my day when it can happen. However, most of my responsibilities rest elsewhere including in-person and virtual meetings, writing grant proposals, reviewing maps, reading reports, […]
In the Know – New town hall hours begin May 1
Following many months of consideration and planning, Scarborough Town Hall hours will change beginning May 1. The updated hours of operation for town hall will be Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed on Fridays and weekends. The town began the process of considering a change in its hours last year following […]
Library director Nancy Crowell announces retirement
Crowell has held the position for 45 years.