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Remembering 9/11 heroes and supporting first responders at home
Sunday marked the 21st anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on our country. On one hand, it’s hard to believe it’s been so long since that fateful day, but on the other, I can still remember exactly where I was — like so many Americans — when I heard the news. Among the pain we felt, […]
“ABIDE” middle school retreat set Scarborough on October 1-2
SCARBOROUGH — Any middle schooler (Grades 6-8) and their adult chaperones are encouraged to gather for a special day of reflection that will build faith and community through prayer, togetherness, and fun. The events, entitled “ABIDE,” will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1, at St. Mary of the Visitation Church on 110 Military Street in […]
Letters to the Editor, Sept. 16
Thanks to road crew To the editor, Black Point and Spurwink Roads have recently been beautifully improved by hard working employees from the DOT and Shaw Brothers Paving Co. Flag holders, big machine operators, ground crews all work together to create safe, smooth roads. Their work is so important and is often not adequately acknowledged. […]
Autumn N’ Ales 5K/10K/Half Marathon Road Race in Scarborough set for Sept. 25
SOUTH PORTLAND — All alumni of Holy Cross School in South Portland are encouraged to gather together for a weekend of friends, fellowship, and fun at an Alumni Celebration set for September 24-25. Saturday, September 24 Alumni will gather at Fort Williams Park in Cape Elizabeth from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a day […]
Scarborough Public Library as idea incubator and satellite office
The recent vote of the Scarborough Chamber of Commerce to support the library expansion project is no surprise to those in the know. Perhaps more than any of the towns around greater Portland, Scarborough has generated multiple organizations and business ideas that are improving society every day. And the Scarborough library has been — and […]
From Augusta – Ending hunger in Maine
As a lawmaker, I work hard to ensure that Mainers of all ages can live healthy, secure lives. I prioritize education, a clean environment, affordable health care, and safe housing. But our most basic need is food. We are in the midst of the harvest season, and despite the drought, Maine farms have once again […]
Scaborough Planning Board approves Maine’s first Costco
The Scarborough Planning board approved plans to construct Maine’s first Costco Wholesale at the intersection of Payne Road and Scarborough Downs Road in The Downs development on Monday, Aug. 29. Plans call for a 161,000-square-foot retail facility and accessory gas station. During the meeting, board members expressed general satisfaction with the wholsesale membership company’s compliance […]
Scarborough hires new planning director
Autumn Speer worked in Texas before moving to Scarborough
In the Know: September is National Preparedness Month
During September we recognize National Preparedness Month, a great opportunity to remind everyone about the importance of personal and family preparedness. This year’s theme is “A Lasting Legacy: The life you’ve built is worth protecting”. Planning is the first step in preparedness. Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes, so it is […]