The free, two-day event aims to address safety issues for one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States.
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South Portland and Scarborough news from The Forecaster.
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Scarborough comfort canine to provide ‘paw-sitive’ reinforcement
The department will soon have a furry new friend meant to minimize stress and help build better relationships between residents and officers.
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Council gives first approval for tobacco business buffer zone
After months of reworking rules, councilors approved an ordinance that would create a 1,000-foot buffer between vape shops and schools, and a 300-foot buffer from sensitive-use locations.
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South Portland Drug Take Back Day puts focus on proper disposal of medications
Many chemicals in medications cannot be removed by wastewater treatment plants and can make their way into rivers, lakes and drinking supplies.
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Frequent critic of Falmouth files suit against Scarborough
Michael Doyle, formerly of Falmouth, says he was unlawfully arrested and his right to freedom of speech was violated during a 2017 council meeting.
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Three candidates vie for two seats on Cape council
A political newcomer is taking on two incumbents at the polls this fall.
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Three candidates vie for two seats on Cape council
A political newcomer is taking on two incumbents at the polls this fall.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Scarborough tax settlement with Walmart, Sam’s Club to cost town $173,000
Both businesses said they were over-taxed, but were able to come to terms of agreement with the town on Oct. 23.
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Scarborough family opens up about little-known medical condition
Molly Amann and her mother Colleen hope to raise awareness so other families don’t have to struggle like they did.
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Forecaster
Scarborough tables agreement over Crossroads community center
Councilors say continued collaboration between the town and developers lead them to believe documentation on timeline of completion is no longer necessary.