The LD 290 “Property Tax Stabilization for Senior Citizens” program has been repealed by the Maine Legislature. The program enacted in August 2022, was repealed on July 6, 2023, with an effective date of Oct. 11. The popularly regarded program had allowed Maine seniors 65 and older who owned a permanent residence for at least […]
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From Augusta: PFAS still a problem
PFAS is still a bit of a mystery. Forever chemicals have been found on close to 60 farms across the state, but it’s not just farms that are affected. The chemicals move through the soil to the ground water and as a result, well water has been contaminated for neighboring properties. Fire fighters have been […]
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Local residents earn academic honors, graduate
More than 1,000 students earned a spot on the President’s List for the Spring 2023 semester at Coastal Carolina University. Those earning this honor include: Christopher Lafferty of Scarborough, and Sierra Lumbert of Gorham. During Hartwick College’s Athletics Award Ceremony held in late spring, Shaelyn Thornton of Scarborough, received the Philip S. Wilder Jr. Award […]
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4-H club starting up in Scarborough
The Scarborough Public Library is working to start a new 4-H club for youth ages 5-18. Staff from the Cumberland County Extension will be at the library at 3 p.m. Aug. 22 to answer questions. The club will meet monthly from September through April. Participants will have the opportunity to enter exhibitions into the Cumberland […]
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Georgia man who recruited Maine homeless men to cash bad checks is sentenced
Mantavious Jones of Atlanta was sentenced Wednesday to 16 months in federal prison on a charge of conspiracy to commit bank fraud.
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Eastern Trail Alliance one easement away from work to close 1.6-mile gap
A railroad must provide access rights so the alliance can build a bridge over tracks in Scarborough and connect the trail between Scarborough and South Portland.
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Southern Meetings: Aug. 4-11
Cape Elizabeth Mon. 8/7 Noon Diversity, Equity, Inclusion T.M. Library Mon. 8/7 6:30 p.m. Housing Diversity Study Zoom, Town Hall Tue. 8/8 7 p.m. Ordinance Committee Town Hall Wed. 8/9 6 p.m. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion T.M. Library Scarborough Mon. 8/7 6:30 p.m. Planning Board Municipal Bldg Tue. 8/8 8 a.m. Parks/Conservation Board Town Hall Tue. […]
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In the Know: Celebrate summer on Aug. 18 at Scarborough’s Summerfest
Scarborough wraps up the busy summer season with a final celebration for residents and visitors alike with the 27th annual Scarborough Summerfest event. Scheduled for Friday, Aug. 18, festivities will begin at 5 p.m. on the Clifford Mitchell Sports Complex by the high school. Community Services has been organizing entertainment and vendors all year long […]
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Scarborough Land Trust to hold events in August
Join Scarborough Land Trust and instructor Heather Guglielmo for a peaceful morning of yoga among the flowers at Broadturn Farm at 10 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 6. In case of rain, the event will be held inside one of the barns at Broadturn Farm. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Registration is required for this […]
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Public urges Scarborough to “Close the Gap” on the Eastern Trail
The project to “Close the Gap” between Scarborough and South Portland on the Eastern Trail has been in the works for years. The council meeting on July 19 provided updates on the project.