Public voting is now open in UScellular’s 4th annual Black History Month Art Contest with Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine. For the first time, voting is available online, and the southern Maine community can visit UScellular’s Art Contest to vote for their favorite piece of original art. In January, Boys & Girls Clubs […]
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Maine’s COVID-19 vaccination plan
It’s hard to believe that we’re nearly a year into the COVID-19 pandemic. For many, this past year was the most challenging of their entire lives. People were forced to leave their jobs, isolated from their families and friends, and missed out on holidays and other beloved traditions. Folks who have worked their entire lives […]
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In the Know: Coast Guard recognizes Scarborough Marine Rescue Team
Recently, the U.S. Coast Guard captain of the Port of Portland, B. J. Lefebvre, issued a formal certificate of merit to the Scarborough Fire Department Marine Rescue Team for an incident that occurred last fall. Captain Lefebvre taped a video presentation due to COVID-19 restrictions, and followed it up by sending framed copies of the […]
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Hannaford earns top marks for LGBTQ workplace equality
Hannaford Supermarkets received a perfect score by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for its inclusive, equitable, and non-discriminatory work environment for the LGBTQ community. Hannaford is the only grocery retailer in its five-state market area1 to have received a perfect score and the only business of all industries to have received […]
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Kindness to Animals Week takes place in February
SCARBOROUGH — Four Maine animal nonprofits are offering interactive webinars for students during Kindness to Animals Week on Feb. 16 through 19. Animal Welfare Society in Kennebunk, Center for Wildlife of Cape Neddick, Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals (MSSPA) in Windham and Marine Mammals of Maine in Bath will be teaming up, […]
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Scarborough schools allow for in-person athletics and activities
The Maine Principals Association ruled last week that local schools can decide if in-person activities can take place.
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No one injured in lithium ion battery fire at ecomaine
Facility officials remind people to not dispose of such material in trash or recycling.
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Scarborough council approves agreement to provide emergency housing for homeless
MaineHousing will pay for hotel rooms and the nonprofit Preble Street will provide staffing.
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In the Know: Public outdoor ice rink: Fun for all ages
Winter can feel like an awfully long season if you don’t have a share of activities to keep your spirits up. Thankfully in Scarborough, there are a number of places to let out your inner Yeti. Snowshoe on Scarborough Land Trust trails, pass through a local café for hot chocolate, or find a pair of […]
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Scarborough Community Connections to host documentary, discussion on bridging political divides
Scarborough Community Connections will host a documentary and discussion about bridging political divides. The volunteer group provides opportunities for civil dialogue and community engagement. Given the recent political climate — nationally as well as in our local community — the group is concerned about the tendency to focus on the divisiveness and polarization that has […]