Winners of the seventh annual Black History Month Art Contest, hosted by UScellular and the Boys and Girls Club of Southern Maine, have been announced. First place went to Sasha, 11, who won $250 for her drawing of Valerie Thomas; second place went to Awinyo Billy, 8, who received $150 for his drawing of Angelo […]
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Scarborough hardware store raises money for Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital
More than 56% of Scarborough’s Oak Hill Ace Hardware customers in December donated to Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital during their Holiday Round Up campaign. Customers rounded up to the nearest dollar and donated change to the local Children’s Hospital Miracle Network. Customers gathered $4,178. Ace vendor Duracell recognized stores with the greatest amount of donors. […]
Southern Meetings: March 8-15
Cape Elizabeth Mon. 3/11 7 p.m. Town Council Town Hall Tue. 3/12 6:30 p.m. School Board Town Hall Tue. 3/12 7 p.m. Conservation Committee Town Hall Wed. 3/13 5:30 p.m. Community Services Community Center Wed. 3/13 6 p.m. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion T.M. Library Wed. 3/13 7 p.m. Town Council Workshop Town Hall Thu. 3/14 8:30 […]
Hannaford dietitians offer free webinars to meet healthy eating, budget meal planning goals in the New Year
SCARBOROUGH — Customers interested in eating healthier and meeting their budget goals in the New Year will have the opportunity to receive free guidance and tips from registered dietitians at Hannaford Supermarkets. Year round, Hannaford dietitians offer complimentary in-store and online discussions. An annual New Year’s resolution survey shows that almost half of all Americans […]
Scarborough 6th-grade girls basketball team win championship
The Scarborough Hurricanes won the Southern Maine Hoops League sixth-grade girls championship on Feb. 3. The girls played the Winter session finishing with a record of 15-3 beating out 30 other sixth-grade girls teams, winning the championship game 27-9. All of the girls on the winning teacmattend Scarborough Middle School. From left are, Coach Andrea […]
Maine Madness Run & Shoot Challenge takes place later this month
The Maine Madness Run & Shoot Challenge, organized by the Scarborough High School Track and Cross-Country boosters, offers a unique fusion of running and basketball, providing participants of all ages with an experience filled with competition, camaraderie, and plenty of prizes.
In the Know: Revaluation and factor that may impact your tax bill next year
The Scarborough Assessing Department is currently performing the data analysis and review tasks necessary for the upcoming 2024 revaluation of all properties in town to ensure a fair and thorough revaluation process. We want taxpayers to be aware that a revaluation is occurring and why it is necessary this year. We believe it is essential […]
Maine receives grant for Clean Energy Initiative
Maine Gov. Janet Mills announced a $10 million federal grant to fund whole-home heat pump solutions for mobile and manufactured homes, aiming to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions in rural areas.
Relay for life illuminates hope in southern Maine’s fight against cancer
Relay For Life of Southern Maine, led by Event Lead George Mageles, returns to Gorham on April 5, offering meaningful activities, emotional ceremonies, and contributions to the American Cancer Society’s programs and services.
Crime writers to discuss their craft at Scarborough library
Scarborough Public Library will host a crime writers panel on Tuesday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Three crime fiction writers – Brenda Buchanan, Richard Cass, and Joseph Souza – will discuss how they create their characters and the worlds in which their stories take place. There will also be a Q&A session. Buchanan sets her […]