rtesy AMVETS Post 1 volunteers purchased, wrapped, and delivered Christmas gifts to the residents of the Maine Veterans’ Home in Scarborough. “We got a whole truck load!” said Lionel Lamontagne, post 2nd vice commander as he was welcomed by Katie Berthiaume, director of Recreational Therapy at the veterans’ home. She said, “Donations like these from […]
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Local residents earn academic honors
Heidi Shelton, a Freshman Nursing major from Scarborough, was among approximately 800 Bob Jones University students named to the Fall 2023 Dean’s List. The following students are among approximately 680 Bob Jones University students named to the President’s List for high academic achievement during the Fall 2023 semester: Cara Shelton, a Senior Elementary Education major, […]
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In the Know: Message from the town manager: A year end reflection and look forward
As 2023 ends, it’s time to reflect on another year gone by and look forward to the work to be done in 2024. This past year was exceptionally busy, driven by both community needs and an ambitious list of Town Council goals. While the Council advanced a number of studies, plans, and ad-hoc committees, the year […]
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Maine DHHS extends deadline for SNAP recipients to apply for help replacing food
Recipients now have until Jan. 18 to apply for benefits to replace food lost as a result of last weeks’s storm.
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In the Know: Scarborough Police Department year in review
As we approach the end of 2023, I would like to highlight the top initiatives of our department over the last year. These initiatives included hiring new personnel to fill our ranks in the patrol division and dispatch, the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) Program and the purchase of a core public safety software suite. […]
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Holbrook at Piper Shores earns prestigious elite status in U.S. News & World Report rankings
This distinguished recognition places Holbrook among the top 19% of the nation’s premier skilled nursing facilities.
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Depositing joy! Town & Country’s new holiday initiative contributes $10,500 to local nonprofits
At an event announcing its new ’12 Days of Local Giving Local’ initiative, Town & Country staff present a contribution to its first recipient, The Locker Project. The credit union will be making a contribution to 12 nonprofits in Cumberland and York County from Dec. 5 -23. In addition to the contribution to The Locker […]
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In the Know: Town board and committee summer updates
The Town of Scarborough has several citizen-led boards and committees working on issues to enhance our community. Here are what some of the active boards and committees have been up to in the past few months. Find the full details on the Town of Scarborough website, shared in our latest Board & Committee Newsletter. Long […]
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From Augusta – Staying warm this winter
The first snow has already arrived for many Mainers, and with it brings frigid temperatures. Heating is an issue many in this state struggle with, so I am sharing resources for those within our community who may be in need. The first program I’d like to highlight is the Low-Income Assistance Program (LIAP). This necessary […]
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Friends of Scarborough Marsh merges into Scarborough Land Trust to preserve and protect Marsh
SCARBOROUGH — Scarborough Land Trust (SLT) and Friends of Scarborough Marsh (FOSM) have merged to create a stronger, unified nonprofit conservation organization, according to an organization press release. The new organization operating under the Scarborough Land Trust name aims to continue SLT’s mission to preserve and protect land in the Town of Scarborough and to […]
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