SCARBOROUGH — Mark Violette has been inducted into “Marquis Who’s Who.” Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process about individuals to include in “Marquis Who’s Who” biographical volumes. Violette is the founder and award-winning broker and owner of his established firm, […]
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In the Know: Special events and programs take place this spring
As the snow slows down, the Scarborough Community Services staff are one step ahead with fun spring plans for all ages: Special Events Park Hop Egg Hunt – Coming March 1 The Easter Bunny visited Scarborough and dropped eggs all over town. Can you retrace the Bunny’s tracks and help find the eggs. Keep an […]
Coastal communities unite: tackling floods and environmental preservation on Sawyer Road/Street
Town councils of Cape Elizabeth and Scarborough convened in Scarborough’s Municipal Building to address ongoing flooding on Sawyer Road/Street, crucial in combating floods, supported by a $1.5 million grant.
Scarborough Planning Board approves site plan for development at 4 Highland Ave.
Wellbuilt Rotondi, LLC’s project at 4 Highland Ave. in Scarborough aims to convert an existing structure into a two-family residence while also constructing two townhomes with six one-bedroom live/work units, merging historical preservation with modern development.
Piper Shores earns approval as externship site for Culinary Institute of America
In recognition of its “dedication to culinary excellence and innovative educational collaborations in the senior living sector,” the Culinary Institute of America approved retirement community Piper Shores as an externship site, according to a facility statement. s, Maine’s only nonprofit life plan retirement community, announced today that it has achieved a significant milestone by becoming […]
Genealogical Society meets online March 2
The Greater Portland Chapter of the Maine Genealogical Society is offering a free online (Zoom) meeting on Saturday, March 2 beginning at 1 p.m. The program will feature Kathleen Ayers, a retired register of probate from Kennebec County, who will present a workshop titled, Maine’s County Probate Courts. She will give an overview of records in Maine’s County […]
Stop drinking for your health
Millions of people worldwide participate Dry January, where they choose not to drink alcohol for the month. Despite January being over, the health benefits of limiting ending the intake of alcohol now can still be reached. Because many Americans reported increasing their alcohol intake during Covid, there is concern that consumption has remained high even […]
New School Building Advisory Committee holds first meeting
The newly-formed School Building Advisory Committee is an ad hoc advisory committee charged with assisting the Board of Education and Town Council with the development of a solution to the current and projected K-8 school space deficiencies. It held its first meeting Feb. 12 at the Public Safety Building. The committee The Town and School […]
Community News Feb. 23
17 acts perform at music boosters fundraiser The Scarborough Music Boosters hosted their annual fundraising event showcasing the varied talents of Scarborough Middle School and hgh school students on Feb. 9. The evening featured 17 different acts, including a circus act, comedy routine, instrumental music, singers, and rock bands, and was hosted by emcees Tim […]
Scarborough’s Family Trivia Night: a brain-teasing success for all ages
Families and friends gathered at Scarborough’s annual Family Trivia Night, enjoying a lively evening of brain-teasing fun, friendly competition, and community camaraderie.