Rebekah Lowell is visiting the Scarborough Library on Oct. 28 to hold a workshop.
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Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Council Corner: Let’s talk taxes
I can’t remember who said the only two certainties in life are death and taxes. Goodness knows, I do not wish to write about death. I will, however, write about taxes — in particular, property taxes, the boogeyman for all of us who pay them. Some folks think that the less taxes paid the better. […]
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Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
In the Know: Town of Scarborough seeks feedback from residents
The Town of Scarborough is launching a town-wide community survey to seek feedback from residents. The survey covers questions regarding satisfaction with town services and the direction the community is headed. It is expected to be in the mailboxes of a random sample of households in town by the end of October. This survey comes […]
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Pay now for new Scarborough school or pay later as deferred costs come due
In 2027 the current schools will run out of room for the incoming K-2 class, and the school sites have no space for more trailer classrooms.
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Autumn & Ales Race rescheduled for Oct. 21 due to Hurricane Lee
The rescheduled race has 400 registered runners registered for the race.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Scarborough Town Council candidates weigh in on smart growth
A four-way race for three council seats is on the Nov. 7 ballot.
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
Applications available for Jocelyn Place Apartments
South Portland Housing Authority is accepting applications for 60 income-limited apartments for people 55 and older.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Smoke alarms aid in Scarborough fire response
The Scarborough Fire Department credited smoke alarms for allowing an occupant of a home on Minuteman Drive to evacuate safely during a fire last week. An occupant who was on the second floor and their dog were not harmed in the Oct. 4 fire, which firefighters contained to the first-floor kitchen area, according to a […]
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Scarborough Land Trust chief to speak on future of conservation in town
Andrew Mackie, executive director of the Scarborough Land Trust, will speak on “The Future of Conservation in Scarborough” at the Hillcrest Recreation Center in Scarborough on Thursday, Oct. 19. The lecture, hosted by the Scarborough Garden Club, will take place from 12:30 to 2 p.m. The recreation center is located at 108 Hillcrest Ave. The […]
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster, The Forecaster
People and Business: Oct. 11
Hires, promotions, appointments Town & Country Federal Credit Union in Scarborough promoted two employees to newly-created positions. Heidi Olson has been promoted to vice president of member engagement, digital services and payments. She has worked at the credit union for 24 years and has been a member relationship manager for 18 years. Jennifer Johnson was […]