David Foster, Realtor at Fontaine Family – The Real Estate Leader, was recently recognized at the Fontaine Awards event that took place at The Hilton Garden Inn in Auburn. David received the Silver Level Producer Award for his accomplishments in 2021. He also earned membership in Fontaine’s Ambassadors’ Council. David serves areas in Biddeford/Saco and […]
Scarborough Leader
News from Scarborough from Mainely Media.
Scott & Sunny Townsend Team adds new hire
Jessica Markley has joined the the Scott & Sunny Townsend Team as a buyer specialist. Jessica is a Maine native, born and raised in Portland. She joins the team with over 15 years of customer service and management experience in the hair and beauty industry. Jessica’s natural ability to listen and understand clients’ needs makes […]
Mainers may qualify for new affordable internet program
A new Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is in plance and Mainers can check to see if they qualify for the new program’s monthly discounts on internet service. The ACP, created through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to be permanent iteration of the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) program, provides economically vulnerable households with a discount […]
Scarborough identifies priorities for climate resiliency
On Feb. 23, Scarborough Planning staff convened with residents to start a community discussion on climate change and resiliency. The virtual meeting supported staff efforts to apply for a Community Action Grant through the Governor’s Office of Planning, Innovation, and the Future. These grants are offered to Maine municipalities and tribal entities to assist in implementing […]
One of the first full-time officers with Scarborough police is remembered
Retired Sgt. Michael Barker made his mark on the department.
Climate change and resiliency priorities for Scarborough
Scarborough eligible to apply for Community Action Grants.
120-unit development proposed for Scarborough
Plans are still in the initial stages.
Developers meet with Scarborough Planning Board to discuss project at former Beech Ridge Motor Speedway
A proposal to build warehouses there has been met with opposition.
Op-Ed: Land preservation in Scarborough expanding by preserve named for my grandmother
One nice thing about living in the town where I grew up is I am constantly reminded of people I have known my whole life, and I have so many pleasant memories from childhood. One of them is my grandmother, Elaine Warren. While campaigning door-to-door for state representative in 2020, I was occasionally approached by […]
Saving tax dollars with TIFs
I am sure we have all experienced getting a pay raise or a bonus of some sort at work and by the time the Feds and the State get done taxing that new income there is very little remaining to enjoy. Wouldn’t it be nice if when you did earn extra income you could keep […]