“Do you remember when…” That’s a thing we start to say to ourselves when we get older. I’ve been doing a lot of that lately. I remember the first time I voted. I registered as a Republican so I could vote for California Rep. Pete McCloskey. I thought it was important to oppose Richard Nixon […]
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New housing for seniors in Scarborough
A grand opening ceremony is held at the 60-unit Joceyln Place.
Scarborough Meetings: July 5-12
Tue. 7/9 5:30 p.m. Coastal Waters & Harbor Committee Town Hall Wed. 7/10 4 p.m. Communications Committee Town Hall Wed. 7/10 5 p.m. Appointments/Negotiations Town Hall Wed. 7/10 6 p.m. Ordinance Committee Zoom, Public Safety Wed. 7/10 7 p.m. Zoning Board Town Hall Thu. 7/11 5 p.m. Finance Committee Zoom, Town Hall Thu. 7/11 6 […]
In The Know: Help keep visits to our beaches enjoyable for all
There’s nothing better than Scarborough’s beaches in the summer. There are a few guidelines to follow on your summer beach visits. Check signage at beach entrances if you have any questions while you are there. Dogs If you are used to bringing your dog to the beach throughout the year, be aware that dog beach […]
Infusion sought for Scarborough land acquisition fund
A $6 million bond to replenish the fund used to buy land for conservation could be on the November ballot.
Road work slated for northern Scarborough this summer
The DOT, town and The Downs developers are working together on road improvements.
Scarborough continues donating blood in honor of firefighter’s niece
Though she’s been cancer-free for over a year, Madison Charland continues to “put a face” to the need for blood donations with the 10th drive in her name being held on July 2.
Council Corner: Working toward a school solution takes a village
After the failed school referendum in November 2023, Town Council and school board leadership knew that we had a responsibility to lead our community through the contentious time and toward a solution for our school facility needs. The weight of how to navigate the next steps was not lost on any of us. While we […]
Scarborough officials dissect this year’s ‘chaotic’ budget process
Town councilors and school board members discuss ways to make the budget process smoother going forward.
Scarborough officer disarms patient at Maine Medical Center
Officer Eric Greenleaf successfully confronted a patient who had homemade weapons without having to go “hands-on.”