The community-wide effort is still in need of sponsors for children whose families are struggling financially because of “the times we’re in.”
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Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
South Portland, Scarborough get into Christmas spirit this weekend
The South Portland tree lighting ceremony will be held Friday night in Mill Creek Park, and Scarborough hosts Santa in the Park on Saturday.
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Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
South Portland seeks new School Board member to fill Bitjoka’s spot
Hannah Bitjoka said other board members did not address her concerns about issues at the schools.
Posted inCoastal Journal, The Forecaster
Young cast makes pandemic comeback with ‘The Hobbit’
After two years of being unable to put on full Young Company productions, The Theater Project is presenting “The Hobbit” with 42 actors ages 6 to 18.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, The Forecaster
Meet Melvin, a pampered pet pig with a big personality
The “pretty spoiled” rescue pet has a social media presence and recently scored high in a national contest.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, The Forecaster
Portland man takes helm at Maine Cancer Foundation
Ray Ruby hopes to increase the scope of the organization’s fundraisers, which include Tri for a Cure and Mary’s Walk.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Yarmouth approves vision statement to guide planning
The statement will be a foundation for the town’s new 10-year comprehensive plan.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Food pantries serve those in need this Thanksgiving
Food pantries in Cumberland, Falmouth, and Yarmouth offered food boxes to those in need this week.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Scarborough faces decision on hotel shelter
The Comfort Inn is violating the town’s licensing conditions requiring on-site social services, which are no longer being provided because state funding ended.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
South Portlanders urge support of flavored tobacco ban
Advocates, including students and parents, speak out on the proposal at an event organized by Flavors Hook Kids Maine.