That’s a wrap on 2023! Every year here in the Town of Scarborough proves to bring new initiatives, investments, and council goals. And we wouldn’t have it any other way — it shows that we have an engaged community of residents who either come out to vote, share their thoughts with the council, or choose […]
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Sixth grade Scarborough girls win state title
The SoccerMaine U12G State Champs (Fall 2023) won their state finals game against Merrymeeting 1-0 on Nov. 12. The Scarborough Soccer Club 6th Grade Girls had an undefeated season, culminating in their victory in the state title. From left are: Andrea Mallo, Corah Poley, Gwen Herzberg, Ella Niles, Isla Tribuno, Paige Roberts, Abby Vogell, Anna […]
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Reduce, recycle, reuse by donating skis
Do you have old cross country skis, poles or shoes cluttering up your basement or garage? Some of the skis may even have the older three-pin bindings. You can reduce by donating your old, unused and unwanted skis to Portland Gear Hub, the nonprofit bike and gear store at 155 Washington Ave. in Portland, according […]
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Red Cross: Emergency blood shortage may delay medical procedures
Donors are urged to give now as the nation faces the lowest number of blood donors in decades; plus win a chance for a trip to Super Bowl LVIII.
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Donate new socks at Reny’s department stores through Jan. 31
AmeriCorps Seniors programs throughout Maine will be collecting new socks to donate to homeless shelters, soup kitchens, and organizations supporting those in need throughout the state. Take part in the Warm Heart, Warm Feet campaign by donating new pairs of warm socks at your local Reny’s Department Store through Jan. 31. Since 2019, the Warm […]
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Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution announces new hire and promotion
Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution (SBSI) is promotes a staff member to be a senior vice president and hires another also as a senior vice president. John Bentley has been promoted to senior vice president, chief information officer. Bentley graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington and currently holds the ISACA Certification, Certified Information […]
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Mark Jones transitions to CEO role at Saco & Biddeford Savings
At the start of the New Year, Mark Jones began leading Saco & Biddeford Savings as CEO and president as current CEO, Bob Quentin, transitions to retirement. Jones joined SBSI in 1985, after completing his education at the University of Southern Maine. During his time with the bank, he has gained progressively greater responsibilities. As […]
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Scarborough Land Trust protects 8 acres along the Scarborough Marsh and Nonesuch River
At the end of December the Scarborough Land Trust accepted ownership of eight acres purchased by an anonymous donor. SLT worked with the previous owner of the property, Jo Height of Spurwink Road, to have this parcel purchased by two conservation buyers. These buyers immediately transferred the property to SLT making sure this land is […]
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Warren Woods Preserve trails and closed until Jan. 29
All the trails and the parking area, off Payne Road for the Warren Woods Preserve, will be closed until Jan. 29 according to the Scarborough Land Trust. The closure “is for the safety of visitors while a contractor is on-site carrying out land management practices,” SLT Executive Director Andrew Mackie said. “Over the next few […]
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In the Know: Community-wide survey results presented to Scarborough Town Council
The Town of Scarborough received the results of its town-wide community survey in late December. Results were presented by the survey consultant to the Town Council in a workshop on Wednesday, Jan. 3. The community survey was conducted from October-December 2023 by ETC Institute, a market research and survey company. The seven-page survey was mailed […]