Coffee with a Cop in Scarborough is a public event meant to build trust and foster positive community-police relationships through inclusive, informal gatherings.
Rebecca Richard
Staff Writer
Rebecca Richard is a reporter for the Franklin Journal. She graduated from the University of Maine after studying literature and writing. She is a small business owner, wife of 32 years and mom of eight children. Rebecca was born in Florida, but has been in Maine for over 10 years, and in New England since her teen years.
Scarborough Land Trust seeks to lease Alger Hall
The organization would like to create a conservation hub.
Kinship Support Group strengthens Maine families through collaboration and care
Led by Adoptive and Foster Families of Maine, the group offers community-based assistance to adoptive, foster, and kinship families.
South Portland City Council and school board collaborate on budget guidance
The council, school board, and Superintendent Timothy Matheney collaborate to discuss fiscal year 2025 budget guidance, addressing challenges such as a diverse student body, enrollment shifts, and the impact of COVID-era fund losses.
Cultivating well-being during the winter months
Cultivating Well-Being’s winter solstice event, led by Laura Simonds-Rumpf and Colleen E. Griffin, highlighted therapeutic horticulture’s sensory activities and community connection.
Scarborough gains valuable insights from 2023 community survey results
The Town of Scarborough recently held a workshop for the presentation of the 2023 Community Survey results, conducted in collaboration with the ETC Institute, providing key insights into resident satisfaction and priorities.
Scarborough High School girls’ soccer team clinched back-to-back state titles
Scarborough High School’s girls’ soccer team clinched consecutive Class A state titles with disciplined play and key contributions.
Community engagement through magic for unique December break event
The Scarborough Community Center hosted a magic show on Dec. 28, featuring magician Phil Smith of Abracadabra Productions as part of a strategic initiative to enhance community engagement during the December school break.
Community unites for 25th year of Scarborough Holiday Hoops Basketball Tournament
The tournament brought together 65 town teams from grades 5 to 8 in a community-focused event emphasizing sportsmanship, competitive spirit, and local business support.
South Portland Community of Kindness spreads holiday cheer
Led by Sari Greene, the organization delivered homemade meals to first responders.