Scarborough’s U.S. Route 1 and Pine Point Road face increased flooding risk from sea-level rise and storm events, prompting a climate-ready resiliency project funded by the Community Resilience Partnership.
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.
Hospice of Southern Maine: providing comfort and compassion in end-of-life care
Hospice of Southern Maine is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized end-of-life care to patients and their families, continuously expanding its team to fulfill its mission.
Scarborough Planning Board approves Morrison Center’s amended site plan review
The Scarborough Planning Board approved the Morrison’s site plan for a 6,995-square-foot dormitory, with specific conditions, to replace parking spaces and empower individuals with disabilities.
Master gardener shares edible landscape design insights
The Cape Elizabeth Garden Club’s upcoming meeting at Thomas Memorial Library, featuring Barbara Emerson, offers an opportunity for gardeners how to make the most of their garden space.
South Portland City Council deliberates revisions to adaptive reuse and public space regulations
Council weighs proposed changes to zoning regulations for bed and breakfasts and the implementation of a tiered classification system to protect open space in the city.
Cape Elizabeth to host public forum on housing ordinance revisions
The Cape Elizabeth meeting aimed to clarify proposed housing ordinance amendments and highlighted the potential impact of LD2003 on housing diversity in the town.
Historic groundbreaking for Maine’s first-ever new build town center at The Downs
Scarborough celebrates the groundbreaking of its long-awaited Town Center, a $130 million project that promises a vibrant community with a focus on housing, businesses, and a flagship Allagash Brewing tasting room.
Scarborough Town Council addresses Track View Road access questions
Scarborough Town Council clarifies ownership, access plans, and upcoming developments in Track View Rd area, emphasizing transparency and community engagement in response to public inquiries.
Exploring Scarborough’s past: a journey with the Scarborough Historical Society and the Scarborough Public Library
The Scarborough Historical Society, in partnership with the Scarborough Public Library, invites residents and history enthusiasts to delve into the fascinating history of roadside cabins and various aspects of Scarborough’s past through a series of engaging programs, offering an informative and entertaining journey through time.
Scarborough Town Council addresses growing concerns over traffic safety
Traffic safety concerns revolve around Maple Avenue and the proposed unified school.