South Portland played an important part in Maine’s history, as well as in world history, when it became a major shipbuilder of cargo ships during World War II. Shown here is the Todd-Bath Shipbuilding Corporation, also known as the East Yard, on Dec. 4, 1941. The world would change three days later when Japan bombed […]
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Portland early reader program expands outreach
Starting Strong’s Talking is Teaching campaign is being expanded to South Portland and Westbrook.
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S. Portland, Scarborough, Cape officials push pause for next two weeks
Schools and some municipal buildings in South Portland, Scarborough and Cape Elizabeth are closing for to help stem the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus.
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Lease or build new? Scarborough weighs community center options
A committe has finished its work on recommendations for a new community center, but potential costs remain an obstacle.
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SoPo grappling with public alcohol policy
Event organizers and craft brewers push for a rules change to allow alcohol at special events.
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Cancer survivor ‘Mans Up’ with message
Trevor Maxwell has survived stage 4 cancer and now, coinciding with Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, has advice for everyone, especially men: Don’t be afraid to get help.
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To protect open space, SoPo committee recommends prohibition on sale, new zoning districts
The City Council got its first look at the proposal during a non-voting workshop Thursday.
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Biden sees big margin among Cape, Scarborough voters
Residents in South Portland buck the state-wide trend, voting for U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont.
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Officials seek halt to plans for new ICE facility in Scarborough
Elected officials and veterans are concerned about the impact of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility on the Portland Veterans Center, which is also moving into the Manson Libby Road building.
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Native American mural in Scarborough under scrutiny
The mural was painted years ago by former art teacher Robert Scamman when the school still had the Redskin as a mascot.