The Maine Legislature has started up the 2023-24 session, and we are all eager and ready to go! Constituents in my district spoke with me during the reelection campaign this past fall that they wanted me to continue to focus on fighting climate change. That is a logical request for citizens of a town with […]
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From Augusta: Starting the New Year with heating and housing assistance
As with every New Year, I find myself simultaneously reflecting on the successes and struggles of the past year and hoping that 2023 will bring more successes than struggles. This hope has already been met with the announcement of committee assignments over the holiday break. I’m happy to serve again as chair of the Environment […]
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Councilor Corner: Good tidings to you and Happy New Year!
It’s such a blessing to celebrate the Holidays in a place like Scarborough. As the Town Council begins to prepare for 2023, I feel fortunate to take this opportunity to thank you all for the support, compassion and engagement that you showed in 2022 and to reflect on how things went. It was a transitional […]
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In the Know: New Year message from Scarborough town manager
As we ring in a new year, I would like to take a moment to reflect on 2022 and the defining experiences affecting the Town of Scarborough and its residents. Over the past couple of years, we have continued to respond to the ripple effects brought on by the pandemic. This past year was no […]
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Guest Column: A Congressional session to be proud of
I’ve often thought that Maine is just one big small town connected by long roads. Well, in the past year or two, those roads have gotten steeper and bumpier as we dealt with an unprecedented pandemic and the resulting economic troubles. As we faced the historic challenges, something impressive happened. We came together and lent […]
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In the Know: Scarborough citizen-led committee updates
The Town of Scarborough has nearly 20 citizen-led boards and committees supported by the commitment and expertise of resident volunteers. The boards and committees each have a charge and goals which guide their work and create lasting impact in our town. Here is what some of the busier boards and committees have been up to […]
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In the Know: Scarborough police chief’s Year in Review
My first year as the Scarborough police chief has been very active with many changes within our department, combined with the day-to-day challenges our officers face in our community. I knew coming into the role as police chief last December, retired Chief Robbie Moulton would be a hard act to follow. As I have learned […]
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From Augusta – Not giving up on heating and housing relief
On Wednesday, Dec. 7, I was sworn in for a second term as your state senator. I am honored to continue representing South Portland, Cape Elizabeth and part of Scarborough in the Maine State Senate. During my first term, you reached out to me and shared your priorities and thoughts. I’m humbled by the trust […]
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Councilor Corner: A unified, strategic school facility solution needed to meet community’s needs
Our current primary schools have outlived their useful lives. Not only are we beyond capacity for the students we currently serve at our three primary schools and middle school, we won’t be prepared to support the COVID baby boom coming in a few years. Across our school facilities, we have 30 portables serving the needs […]
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Councilor Corner: My introduction to Town Council
I am excited to begin my work as Scarborough’s newest town councilor. I want to thank the Scarborough residents for entrusting me with this role. When I moved to Scarborough 17 years ago, I knew it was something special. I feel fortunate to be raising my children in such a beautiful area. As a family, […]