Maine’s recently opened Costco in Scarborough, as reviewed by superfan authors David and Susan Schwartz, presents a regionally influenced shopping experience.
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.
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South Portland and Scarborough have a night with festive celebrations
As the holiday season begins, South Portland and Scarborough offered residents a double dose of festive community fun on the same night. On Dec.1 from 4 to 6 p.m., South Portland’s Mill Creek Park held holiday festivities during the city’s annual celebration, coinciding with Scarborough’s Gingerbread Night which began at 6 p.m.
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A.R. Development’s sustainable development in Scarborough committed to community integration
The company is gearing up for a project at Gorham and Mussey roads, aiming to integrate sustainability, community engagement, and efficiency into its construction plans.
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Barber Bros. Meat & Provision open butcher shop and market
Barber Bros. Meat & Provisions transitions from food trucks to a neighborhood butcher shop, maintaining an 83-year legacy in Knightville.
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Local creativity at Scarborough Public Library’s annual arts and crafts fair
Scarborough Public Library’s Arts and Crafts Fair showcases local talents, featuring diverse handmade treasures, a special “White Elephant” event for young shoppers, live music, a bake sale, and community support. The library is also offering December crafting classes about crocheting are being held for teens and tweens.
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Scarborough councilors dive into short-term rental dialogue at a live Council Corner
Scarborough residents engaged in a town hall with councilors to discuss concerns over short-term rentals.
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Scarborough Historical Society advances restoration efforts on Beech Ridge School
The Scarborough Historical Society is restoring the 19th-century school, the last standing district school in Scarborough.
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Exploring nature and isolation in ‘Where the Avonley Seed Falls’
Author Amelia Garretson-Persans will be at the South Portland library on Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. to discuss her new book.
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Lyric Music Theater in South Portland presents ‘A Christmas Story, the Musical’
The play is a nostalgic adaptation of the beloved 1983 film, and is being performed from Dec. 1 to 17.
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Multiple Downs-related proposals discussed at Scarborough Town Council meeting, including innovative apartment community project
During the recent Scarborough Town Council meeting council members voted 6-1 in favor of Order No. 23-105, a proposal put forth by 3iHoMe/POAH. Three orders faced unanimous defeat, dealing setbacks to proposed changes in zoning and financial allocations.