Before the onset of the snowstorms, this is an opportune time to review some basic winter fire safety tips. Emergency access and egress leads the list of priorities. If you have an emergency that requires fire, police, or EMS it is very important that we have adequate access to get to you. That means the […]
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Town & Country grants $25,000 to nonprofits
Just two weeks after the tragic events in Lewiston, Town & Country Federal Credit Union held its annual ‘Better Neighbor Fund’ Reception which brought nonprofits together to highlight the importance of supporting neighbors and community. At the special reception, which was held at the credit union’s Forest Avenue Branch in Portland, it announced the eight […]
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Multiple Downs-related proposals discussed at Scarborough Town Council meeting, including innovative apartment community project
During the recent Scarborough Town Council meeting council members voted 6-1 in favor of Order No. 23-105, a proposal put forth by 3iHoMe/POAH. Three orders faced unanimous defeat, dealing setbacks to proposed changes in zoning and financial allocations.
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The People of Pine Point, Inc. take action
The People of Pine Point, Inc. is a newly formed nonprofit organization in Scarborough. They say they plan to address the challenges posed by significant population growth in the Pine Point and beach community, aiming to amplify community concerns and collaborate with town authorities, with diversity playing a key role in their initiatives.
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Boy Scout Troop 39 travels to Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico
Visiting Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimmaron, New Mexico is considered the epitome of Scouting. Each year, approximately 18,000 participants attend the ranch. Encompassing over 140,000 acres of rugged New Mexican backcountry, it is a place for adventure and opportunity. The ranch is also rich in history and culture, with traces of Native American settlements, mining […]
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Talk on mapping Scarborough and Prouts Neck takes place Dec. 3
The Scarborough Historical Society and Scarborough Public Library are offering a program on Sunday, Dec. 3, beginning at 2 p.m. at the Scarborough Public Library. Prouts Neck Historical Society Executive Director Philip von Stade will cover the evolution of Scarborough maps from 1605 to the present, from cartographers like Champlain to Google Earth and Apple. […]
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Ron Forest named Kiwanian of the Year
Ron Forest, one of the founders of the Scarborough Kiwanis Club, was recognized as Kiwanian of the Year at the club’s annual installation of officers. The following people were installed as officers for the 2023-24 club year: President Annalee Rosenblatt President-elect Gloria Goguen Immediate past president Jan Kelewae Treasurer John Grew Secretary Sherry Forest Board […]
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Holiday celebrations planned in Scarborough, Cape Elizabeth, and South Portland
Scarborough, Cape Elizabeth, and South Portland to hold holiday festivities.
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Generosity fuels Scarborough Community Thanksgiving dinner
The 8th annual Scarborough Community Thanksgiving dinner at Wentworth School is funded entirely by local donations and provides free traditional Thanksgiving meals to attendees.
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Communities unite to “Pack the Pantries”
Communities in South Portland, Cape Elizabeth, and Scarborough join forces for “Pack the Pantries,” an initiative that organizes food drives and fundraising efforts to address the increasing demand for assistance at local food pantries amidst rising prices for food.