The council expects to adopt the same goals it had last year, with the addition of effectively reusing the former Mahoney Middle School building.
Drew Johnson
Staff Writer
Drew is the night reporter for the Portland Press Herald. He previously covered South Portland, Scarborough and Cape Elizabeth for the Sentry, Leader and Southern Forecaster. Though he is from Massachusetts, Drew grew up going to his family’s lake house in Denmark, Maine, learning to snow ski at Pleasant Mountain and water ski on Moose Pond. While he started as a “Vacationlander”, Drew adopted “the way life should be” motto and moved to Portland in 2021.
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Scarborough Public Library celebrates 125 years of history
Programs on Jan. 25 and Jan. 30 will cover the library’s past, present and future.
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Developer of senior housing project urges Cape Elizabeth to move quicker on necessary zoning amendments
The developer stated at Monday’s Town Council meeting that the project “could be dead” if the town doesn’t move more quickly to pass the zoning amendments required to make it happen.
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The arguments for and against Scarborough’s proposed wetland setbacks
Some developers encouraged the flexible value-based options like the state DEP has, while some residents, such as shellfish harvesters, wish the setback would be larger.
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Scarborough seeks public feedback on Open Space Plan
The deadline for residents provide input on the plan is Wednesday, Jan. 15.
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South Portland students spread awareness, fight stigma of mental health
Students have formed the Advocates for Mental Health club to spread awareness of mental health and the resources available for South Portland learners.
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Locker Project celebrates ‘bittersweet’ milestones
The South Portland-based nonprofit partners with over 40 schools in Greater Portland in addition to grocers, food pantries and other organizations to supply children and families in need with nutritious food.
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Scarborough to consider updating beach fees, limit passes for non-residents
The 435 non-resident passes issued in 2024 was a 37% increase over 2023.
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Scarborough school building committee seeking feedback in new year
Meetings, workshops and a community forum are planned in January.
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Cape Elizabeth Business Summit creates conversation
The town hosted a connection with local businesses to look for feedback to make cooperating with the town easier for business owners.