When I think of 2021, the phrase “meeting the moment” comes to mind. It was uttered countless times this past year by my colleagues in Congress, by the press, and by constituents all over the nation. But what does that really mean? Let’s take stock. The year started with a horrifying assault on our democracy. After hours […]
Scarborough Leader
News from Scarborough from Mainely Media.
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VIP Tires & Service makes wishes come true with $151k Make-A-Wish® Foundation donation
VIP Tires & Service is kicking off 2022 with a donation of $151,050 to the Make-A-Wish® Foundation. The full-service automotive repair, maintenance and tire shop recently presented its largest donation ever to the charitable organization. The funds were raised by VIP’s team members and customers at their 65 locations, including in Scarborough, Saco and Biddeford, […]
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Scarborough senator introduces bill to help coastal homeowners afford flood insurance
The bill would change the definition of height in Maine statute.
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Travis Mills Foundation to honor Vietnam era veterans March 30
AUGUSTA — In recognition of National Vietnam War Veteran Day, the Travis Mills Foundation is holding a Vietnam Era Veterans Breakfast at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, March 30 at the Augusta Armory, 179 Western Ave., Augusta. “While the Foundation’s main mission is to serve post-9/11 veterans, I’m an ardent supporter of Vietnam era veterans and […]
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From Augusta – Applying for the property tax deferral
As your state senator, advocating for children, seniors and veterans is a priority for me, and will continue to be during this legislative session. In this update, I’ll be focusing on Maine seniors, especially those who have been struggling with the burden of paying ever-increasing property taxes. Two factors contribute to this problem. First, property […]
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Scarborough Town Council takes another step toward bypass connector
The council authorized the signing of a memorandum of agreement with the turnpike authority.
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Scarborough Town Council discuss results of community survey
Report shows residents want infrastructure improvements but enjoy the quality of life of their town.
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Letters to the editor, Jan. 14
Is the town really listening? To the editor, I was astonished while reading the recent Councilor Corner update by Town Councilor Ken Johnson regarding the Scarborough Community Survey. The Councilor made no mention of the two issues from the survey that Scarborough residents found most concerning: property taxes and the rapid growth in our town. […]
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Rebecca Ricker joins Fontaine Family Team
SCARBOROUGH — Fontaine Family – The Real Estate Leader has added Rebecca Ricker to the team at their Auburn location. The company also has an office in Scarborough Rebecca primarily grew up in Litchfield and attended Oak Hill High School and Gardiner Area High School. She continued her education at Perdue University, graduating with a Bachelor […]
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Looking ahead to our new legislative session
On Wednesday, Jan. 5, Maine legislators from across the state convened at the State House in Augusta to kick off the second regular session of the 130th Legislature. The day is largely a ceremonial one that marks the start of a new session, but nevertheless we arrived refreshed and ready to work on behalf of […]