As a constituent of Senate District 30 and a women’s health nurse practitioner, I am writing to express my strong support for Sen. Stacy Brenner. In a time when women’s reproductive health and bodily autonomy are under constant threat, Brenner has been a steadfast champion for our rights. Her background as a midwife gives her […]
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From Augusta: Time to remove PFAS foam from public use
While fighting a diesel-fueled truck on fire near the Maine Mall, South Portland firefighters sprayed 47 gallons of aqueous-film forming foam (AFFF) to extinguish the fire. This foam, long known to be dangerous to firefighter’s health and a contaminant of water sources contains PFAS or “forever chemicals.” As a result of the firefighting efforts, the […]
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In The Know: Scarborough police seek body-worn cameras in upcoming election
The Scarborough Police Department is requesting voter approval in November’s elections for nearly $997,000 toward a purchase agreement for body-worn and in-car cameras capable of providing quality audio and video recordings of police operational activities. The equipment will be used by sworn officers to record certain interactions while on duty. The use of the equipment […]
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Letter: Sen. Brenner has made a real difference in our lives
I am writing this letter because of the importance of this upcoming election. As a resident of Scarborough, I feel it’s my responsibility to highlight the crucial role local representation plays in our community. Sen. Stacy Brenner has been a dedicated advocate for Scarborough in the State Senate. As chair of the Environmental and Natural […]
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Scarborough’s November ballot takes shape
Three seats on the Town Council and one on the school board are to be filled, and several bond referendums will be on the ballot.
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‘Fight for Ferris’ fundraiser set to help ailing community supporter
A fundraiser to help Casella employee and community supporter Dean Ferris, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in June, will be held Sept. 28 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Throttle Car Club, 167 Innovation Way, Scarborough. The “Fight for Ferris” will include a touch-a-truck event, cornhole tournament, silent auction and live music with […]
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Forum: King burial ground prompts renewed interest in historic family
Two largely unrecognized native sons have recently been honored in Scarborough. Born in the family home at Dunstan Landing in Scarborough prior to the Revolutionary War, American Founding Father, Rufus King, and Maine’s first governor, William King, were brothers, sons of the wealthy merchant and land owner, Richard King. Both men made outstanding contributions in […]
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Scarborough Meetings: Sept. 20-27
Mon. 9/23 9 a.m. Open Space Committee Zoom, Town Hall Tue. 9/24 6:30 p.m. Transportation Committee Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 9/25 8 a.m. Sustainability Committee Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 9/25 6 p.m. Conservation Commission Zoom, Town Hall Wed. 9/25 6 p.m. Housing Alliance Zoom, Town Hall Thu. 9/26 6:30 p.m. Sanitary District Town Hall
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Procedural argument delays Scarborough Council’s vote on Gorham Connector
Councilor Donald Cushing, who proposed a last-minute resolution to withdraw support for the connector, called the debate over adding items to an agenda midmeeting “parliamentary hoo-ha.”
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Scarborough open space plan prods conservation efforts
The ad-hoc Open Space Planning Committee is working toward the town’s 30-by-30 goal to preserve 30% of its land by 2030.