Maine’s recently opened Costco in Scarborough, as reviewed by superfan authors David and Susan Schwartz, presents a regionally influenced shopping experience.
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South Portland and Scarborough have a night with festive celebrations
As the holiday season begins, South Portland and Scarborough offered residents a double dose of festive community fun on the same night. On Dec.1 from 4 to 6 p.m., South Portland’s Mill Creek Park held holiday festivities during the city’s annual celebration, coinciding with Scarborough’s Gingerbread Night which began at 6 p.m.
A.R. Development’s sustainable development in Scarborough committed to community integration
The company is gearing up for a project at Gorham and Mussey roads, aiming to integrate sustainability, community engagement, and efficiency into its construction plans.
Arrest made in South Portland armed robbery, home invasion
Tyrone Brown was charged with robbery, burglary, aggravated assault and more.
Automatic sprinkler system saves South Portland apartment building
SOUTH PORTLAND — There was minimal damage to a South Portland apartment thanks to the aumatic sprinkler syster, a South Portland Fire Department release said. At 3:40 a.m. Nov. 27, the South Portland Fire Department responded to the Latitude apartment complex at 340 Clarks Pond Parkway, having been alerted by the building’s fire alarm system. […]
Local creativity at Scarborough Public Library’s annual arts and crafts fair
Scarborough Public Library’s Arts and Crafts Fair showcases local talents, featuring diverse handmade treasures, a special “White Elephant” event for young shoppers, live music, a bake sale, and community support. The library is also offering December crafting classes about crocheting are being held for teens and tweens.
Scarborough councilors dive into short-term rental dialogue at a live Council Corner
Scarborough residents engaged in a town hall with councilors to discuss concerns over short-term rentals.
Multiple Downs-related proposals discussed at Scarborough Town Council meeting, including innovative apartment community project
During the recent Scarborough Town Council meeting council members voted 6-1 in favor of Order No. 23-105, a proposal put forth by 3iHoMe/POAH. Three orders faced unanimous defeat, dealing setbacks to proposed changes in zoning and financial allocations.
The People of Pine Point, Inc. take action
The People of Pine Point, Inc. is a newly formed nonprofit organization in Scarborough. They say they plan to address the challenges posed by significant population growth in the Pine Point and beach community, aiming to amplify community concerns and collaborate with town authorities, with diversity playing a key role in their initiatives.
Holiday celebrations planned in Scarborough, Cape Elizabeth, and South Portland
Scarborough, Cape Elizabeth, and South Portland to hold holiday festivities.