Scarborough Middle School’s Read-A-Thon event gave students an opportunity to read books of their own choosing throughout the school day on Nov. 15, and parents could pledge to donate to help support this year’s field trips.
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Fort Williams commercial vehicle fees to increase
On Nov. 13, the Cape Elizabeth Town Council voted in favor of new fees for commercial vehicles visiting Fort William Park.
South Portland High School student performs in national choir
Toby Laber-Smith, a tenor vocalist, was chosen to perform at the 2019 National Association for Music Education All-Honors Choir in Orlando, FL, on Nov. 7 through Nov. 10.
Steering Committee votes to consolidate schools
On Nov. 14, the Scarborough School Steering Committee voted 11-1 in favor of focusing efforts on consolidating the town’s three primary schools — Blue Point, Eight Corners and Pleasant Hill — instead of renovating the existing buildings.
Cape Elizabeth Middle School hosts robotics competition
Maine robotics students in grades seven through 12 at Cape Elizabeth Middle School were tasked to design and build a robot that could stack and place cubes to obtain a high score within the time limit.
Portland company delivers gifts to veterans
On Nov. 12, Two Men and a Truck, a company based in Portland, delivered more than 100 duffel bags with games, blankets and magazines to residents at the Maine Veterans Home in Scarborough.
Students awarded certificates for musical achievements
Cape Elizabeth Middle School and High School band and chorus students celebrated their acceptance into the annual honors festival, District 1, at the school board meeting on Nov. 12.
Pond Cove School’s Erin Taylor wins nurse of the year award
Erin Taylor, school nurse at Pond Cove School, was congratulated on her winning the state’s Nurse of the Year award at the Cape Elizabeth School Board meeting on Nov. 12.
Dead River Company recognized for dedication to veterans
Dead River Company was recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor with the Gold Medallion Award on Nov. 7 as a sign of appreciation for the company’s dedication to hiring veterans and other military members.
Chaya Studio hosting holiday pop-up shop
Chaya Studio Jewelry, located on 22 Cottage Road in South Portland, is holding a holiday pop-up shop, featuring various pieces from a variety of local artisans, and a portion of proceeds will go to sponsor a family at Camp Sunshine.