I have spent a lot of time lately thinking about the new Texas law, which recently took effect and severely limits a woman’s right to reproductive health care. This new law is extreme and cruel: It prohibits abortions after the first six weeks of a pregnancy — a time when most women don’t even know […]

Every year, Scarborough voters elect members of the Town Council, School Board, and Sanitary District. This year we will be electing two members of the Town Council for 3-year terms and one member for a 1-year term, along with three members of the School Board for 3-year terms and two trustee members of the Sanitary […]

This fall’s local ballot contains a referendum question asking Scarborough voters if they are in favor of authorizing up to $725,000 in bonds to fund the cost of a new fire truck. It wouldn’t be appropriate for me to advocate for citizens to vote a certain way, however it is my duty to provide as […]

Here is a look at a few informational updates and reminders from the Town. Sign up for our twice monthly email newsletter by visiting the “Stay Connected” page of www.scarboroughmaine.org to stay informed. Community Surveys sent to select residents, online version to follow The Town Council has prioritized conducting a town-wide community survey this fall. […]

Like organic agriculture, the basic principle and focus of organic lawn care is building and maintaining healthy soil. Soil contains millions of beneficial bacteria, fungi, and microorganisms, often called the soil food web. Organic lawn care methods strive to enrich these important parts of the soil through aeration, to allow more oxygen, nutrients and moisture […]

It’s that time of year! Tax bills arrived in the mail and new capital investments will be coming on the ballot for referendum. The Town Council plays a critical role in shaping both of these efforts. Early in 2022 budget planning, the Council set a goal for the residential property tax rate (often referred to […]

It’s that time of year again — students are back in school. Though we all wish our kids were heading back to the classroom under better circumstances, the important thing is that they are back full-time, in-person. I heard from so many folks in the community throughout the last school year about the struggles they […]

New community programs for kids, teens, and seniors are starting this month and registration is open. The Town of Scarborough Community Services department is excited to offer extracurricular and early learning programs for your children as the school year starts back up. This is a great opportunity for your children to begin exploring their interests, […]