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Nature Notes: Protecting floodplains and wetlands key to protecting community

Rain, rain, rain. We experienced a wet and cold spring, and so far, are enjoying a wet summer, yet we have escaped the devasting floods experienced in sections of Vermont and New York. We are no strangers to rain in New England. Average annual precipitation for Scarborough is 45.6 inches. The National Weather Service has […]

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In the Know: Town boards and committees updated

The Town of Scarborough has several citizen-led boards and committees working on issues to enhance our community. See what some of the active boards and committees have been up to in the past few months. Find the full details on the Town of Scarborough website, shared in our latest Board & Committee Newsletter. Conservation Commission […]

Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Scarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies

Gov. Mills signs Sen. Carney bill to rename Maine Turnpike Approach Road in honor of peace activist Samantha Smith

AUGUSTA —Gov. Janet Mills has signed a bill from Sen. Anne Carney, D-Cape Elizabeth. LD 21, “Resolve, Designating Maine Turnpike Approach Road in South Portland as Samantha Smith Way,” renames Exit 45, Maine Turnpike Approach Road, as Samantha Smith Way. It recognizes Samantha Smith’s efforts, as a 10-year-old, to bring about a more peaceful relationship […]