The Scarborough Historical Society & Museum has formally applied to lease Alger Hall, seeking to address space constraints and enhance its mission of preserving Scarborough’s history by utilizing the historical venue for presentations, expanded exhibits, and community engagement. The Scarborough Land Trust has also requested leasing the building.
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Scarborough Town Council gives initial approval to replace marijuana moratorium
Responding to persistent odor complaints and concerns raised by residents and councilors, the Scarborough Town Council approved the first reading to repeal and replace the existing marijuana moratorium.
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Number of unsheltered people in Scarborough has declined
About six people are living outside along the Payne Road Corridor, according to a town report.
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Annual fuel assistance fundraiser Feb. 10 in Scarborough
Project GRACE, a Scarborough nonprofit of “neighbors helping neighbors,” will host its 12th annual fuel rally Feb. 10. The rally raises funds for fuel assistance and will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at the Scarborough Public Library. The event will include a book sale, bake sale, sock drive, bottle drive, music and more. […]
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Nature Notes: Winter wonders – how Maine’s survive the cold
Winter in Maine unveils a magical world of snow-covered landscapes and icy lakes. Though beautiful, Maine’s winters are known for their length and brutality. Often, as I gaze over frozen fields from the warmth of my home, I wonder how our local wildlife survives. In particular, I marvel at the resilience of our resident birds, […]
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Local residents earn academic honors, graduate
Logan Hoffman of Gorham, was named to the Fall 2023 Dean’s List at Cedarville University. Margaret Goodson, of Gorham, made the Mississippi State University fall 2023 Deans’ List. Abigail Mosher of Scarborough, was named to the College of Charleston Fall 2023 Dean’s List. Mosher is majoring in Exercise Science. Michael Darasz of Gorham majoring in […]
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Oakhurst Dairy and The Holy Donut join forces for new product
Oakhurst Dairy and The Holy Donut also partner on scholarships with YMCA Camp of Maine.
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Southern Meetings: Jan. 26-Feb. 2
Cape Elizabeth Sat. 1/27 10 a.m. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Gull Crest Mon. 1/29 4 p.m. Ordinance Committee Town Hall Thu. 2/1 8:30 a.m. School Building Advisory Zoom Thu. 2/1 4:15 p.m. School Board Policy Town Hall Thu. 2/1 6 p.m. School Building Advisory Forum Zoom, Town Hall Thu. 2/1 7 p.m. Recycling Committee Public Works […]
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Local residents make academic honors
Jacqueline Foley of Scarborough and Kellie Guerette of Scarborough made the fall 2023 dean’s list at Stonehill College. Local students making the fall semester 2023 dean’s list at Springfield College include: Sophia Brooks from Scarborough, who has a primary major of Exer Sci/Pre-AT; Kyle Ouillette from Gorham, who has a primary major of Movement & […]
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Portland Water District Trustees approve combined $108.7 million operating and capital budget for 2024
Portland Water District’s Board of Trustees approved a combined $60.1 million water and wastewater operating budget and a $48.6 million capital budget for 2024 at the Nov. 27, public meeting. The capital budget allocates $13.4 million to water projects, $9.4 million of that to replace aging water mains. An additional $32.8 million is targeted for […]