SCARBOROUGH — Annual Passport Day in Scarborough will be held on Saturday, April 30, at the Community Services Hub located at 418 Payne Road, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Instructions will be provided via email as to what to expect and what to bring to the appointment, according to the town of Scarborough website. […]
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Letters, March 18
Swimming is great for young and old To the editor, Congratulations to our Scarborough state championship swim team and their coach Eric French. Scarborough is fortunate to have a full slate of athletic opportunities for all interested students to participate in as they progress through their educational experience. These activities are supported by the taxpayer, […]
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Support Scarborough senior programs through Fight Hunger Bag
Help seniors and the environment at the same time.
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ecomaine announces call for proposals for waste diversion grants in Maine schools
ecomaine has launched its call for schools in its member communities to propose projects focused on waste diversion for up to $5,000 in funding. Projects that focus on waste reduction or reuse, recycling, or composting are all eligible for consideration. The deadline for proposals is Monday, May 16. Schools, including those from pre-K to secondary […]
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Get free training through Job Corps
Job Corps is currently enrolling youth 16 to 24 years old who are interested in learning career training in areas such as Automotive, Welding, Health Care, Electrical, Culinary Arts, among others, through free training. Virtual and online learning options are available. Earn HSD/HSE and driver’s license at the same time. Housing and meals are included […]
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Scarborough earns accolades and achievements
Town of Scarborough departments consistently strive to improve our community through their specialized areas, and the impacts have been recognized through grants and achievement awards. From Public Safety to Finance, this recognition not only highlights the accomplishments of the Town, but also contributes to continued successes and opportunities to meet the needs of our community. […]
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Oldies Dance Group enjoys top fundraising year in 2021
YORK COUNTY — Exceptional generosity from those who appreciate great music has resulted in the Oldies Dance Group enjoying its biggest year to date in 2021 while raising money for the Ronald McDonald House of Portland. In conducting its popular Rock n’ Roll Oldies Benefit Dance in December after an absence of more than two […]
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240 Strings holds in-person concert
The Portland Piano Trio, recognized as “among the city’s must-hear groups” by critic Allan Kozinn, has played public performances and house concerts throughout Maine and New England, including in Portland, Portsmouth, Camden, Freeport, and Peaks Island. Musicians Tracey Jasas-Hardel (violin), Wayne Smith (cello), and Anastasia Antonacos (piano) are committed to bringing “energy, understanding, technique, insight, […]
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Journalism scholarships available for Maine students
Maine students interested in careers in journalism are invited to apply for post-secondary scholarships from the Guy P. Gannett Journalism Scholarship Fund at the Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF). The scholarship honors businessman and entrepreneur Guy P. Gannett, who launched his newspaper career in 1921 with the purchase of two newspapers he merged into the Portland Press […]
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Handgun recovered in Scarborough alleged vehicular robbery
SCARBOROUGH — Scarborough Police say they have recovered a handgun which was among items stolen during a rash of reported motor vehicle robberies reported on March 8. According to a police statement, officers recovered the firearm March 11 after investigating a number leads. The investigation is ongoing, police said in the statement issued March 11.