Since the Westbrook Police Department’s first female officer was hired in 1975, the number of women on the force has grown over the years and attitudes toward them have changed, officials say.

The latest city audit found a $3.5 million deficit in Westbrook School Department funds, the third in three years, and the city wants a “concrete” solution before the deficits impact its bond rating.

Charles Spinney of Westbrook spruced up the garden at the Maine Veteran’s Home in Scarborough and made it accessible to those using wheelchairs and walkers.

The Cumberland County Federal Credit Union has not decided yet if it will maintain its branch on Stroudwater Street.

The City Council also takes a step toward improving the city forest and decides to apply for grants to fix the Lincoln Street boat ramp.