The move represents the last pandemic-related restriction to be lifted, paving the way for what Town Manager Matthew Sturgis said promises to be a busy summer.
Sean Murphy
Posted inSouthern Forecaster
Bill ‘a good first step’ toward South Portland oil tank regulation
The proposed law would ensure that more information on health risks associated with tank farms in the city is available.
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Scarborough public works union members picket at town hall
The action is the first time anyone can recall that municipal employees ever picketed in the town’s history.
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Scarborough passes $73.5 million budget
Voters will have their say on the $55.7 million school portion during a referendum vote June 15.
Posted inThe Forecaster
‘Fenway 4 Our Fathers’ holds pancake breakfast for Jimmy Fund
A pancake breakfast to benefit the Jimmy Fund will be held June 5 in South Portland. Part of the “Fenway 4 Our Fathers” campaign, the breakfast will be held from 8-10 a.m. at the Masonic Lodge, 39 E St. Curbside pickup will be available. The cost is $7 person and all money raised will go to […]
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Karl Coughlin new South Portland Parks and Rec director
The City of South Portland has promoted Karl Coughlin to Director of Parks, Recreation and Waterfront. Coughlin served as the department’s deputy director since 2017 and as interim director after Kevin Adams resigned in January to accept a similar position in Florida. Coughlin officially began as director on May 24. He was selected from a […]
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New Scarborough Public Works union, town at impasse
Fifteen organized members of the Department of Public Works are planning an informational picket outside town hall Friday.
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Big project to improve traffic around Scarborough Downs and beyond
The $13.5 million project will cover more than 30 intersections throughout Scarborough and even into South Portland.
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Dog days of summer will be on-leash at South Portland’s Hinckley Park
The South Portland City Council unanimously passed a temporary leash law for the park to protect the environment and ensure safety.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Four on June ballot for two Standish Town Council seats
Voters will elect councilors for the Area 1 seat and an at-large seat.