As Lyme cases reach record levels, ticks remain active.
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Evidence-based Tai Chi classes improve health outcomes for older Mainers
Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s next course offerings begin in January.
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In the Know: Scarborough Community Services offers a variety of activities this winter
As the winter progresses and the weather becomes not-so-pleasant, Scarborough Community Services already has you covered with many fun (and indoor) activities and events: Special Events Family Magic Show – Dec. 28 Be dazzled by magic with your family during December school break! Phil Smith of Abracadabra Productions is four entertainers in one… a magician, […]
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Scarborough Land Trust to host tour of night sky
Join Maine amateur astronomer James Shields for a night sky tour of the constellations on Dec. 8. He will discuss the lore behind the constellations and how the ancients used the night sky to tell time, the start of the seasons, and navigate. Telescopes will be available to view objects in the sky such as […]
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US Marshals warn of increase in phone scams in Maine
The U.S. Marshals Service, District of Maine, is alerting the public of a significant increase in Maine residents reporting a phone scam involving individuals claiming to be U.S. Marshals or other Federal Officials. These scams are also occurring in other New England States. During these calls, scammers are sometimes “spoofing” actual office phone numbers to […]
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Better Business warns against holiday scam
The holiday season is here, and shoppers want to score a deal. You may see social media ads or emails from unfamiliar websites and brands, but they have items that check boxes on your gift lists. You click on the ad, and you’re taken to a website you’ve never heard of before, then you are […]
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Town seeks public input in community survey
The Town of Scarborough is in the process of conducting a formal community-wide survey to seek resident input on satisfaction with town services and relevant issues. The survey is currently open to all residents to complete online at www.scarboroughsurvey.org. It should take 10-15 minutes to complete and results are anonymous. A similar survey was most […]
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Goodwill’s new CEO started Dec. 1, bringing passion for nonprofit’s mission
GORHAM — Goodwill Northern New England’s board of directors named Tripp Harrison as president and CEO of the nonprofit which serves Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Harrison was formerly the president and CEO of Goodwill of South Mississippi. Harrison succeeds former President and CEO Richard J. Cantz who served Goodwill for more than 20 years […]
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SMCC receives donation to support health science students pursuing CNA degrees
SOUTH PORTLAND — Philanthropist Caron Chess made a significant donation to Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) to bolster the educational opportunities for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) pursuing higher education in the Health Science pathway. The $50,000 contribution aims to provide scholarships to current CNAs who are SMCC students and are seeking to advance their careers […]
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Certified nursing assistant at Piper Shores receives LTC Excellence Award
Michael Roy, a certified nursing assistant with Piper Shores, has received the Excellence in Long-Term Care Award from the Maine Health Care Association and the Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. The annual award celebrates the best and the brightest in Maine’s long-term care community and honors their dedication and commitment to making a positive difference […]