Southern Forecaster news

Published
August 30, 2023

Scarborough K-3 consolidated school likely headed for fall ballot

Some town councilors say while the plan to build a consolidated school at The Downs is less than ideal, it's the best solution at hand and voters should decide on it.
Published
August 22, 2023

School bus drivers ‘ready to roll’ after recent shortage

While not all are fully staffed, many school districts in the area say they are in a better position to meet the transportation needs of students than in recent years.
Published
August 17, 2023

Scarborough council pushes ahead with school project in hopes of renegotiating deal with The Downs

The Town Council must give the school project final approval by Sept. 6 to place it on the November ballot.
Published
August 17, 2023

Cape plans workshop on Gull Crest as affordable housing site

A report said a potential parcel at the town recreation fields is "feasible but challenging."
Published
August 17, 2023

Tipton resigns from South Portland school board to run for city council

Published
August 15, 2023

Towns donating toward regional effort to house asylum seekers

The early financial contributions will go toward "catalyzing and supporting" a transitional housing project spearheaded by GPCOG.
Published
August 10, 2023

Purchase option falls through on Downs site for new Scarborough school

The Downs requested additional terms and conditions that were "unfavorable" to the town, the town manager says.
Published
August 10, 2023

South Portland’s Art in the Park a show of support for area artists
Published
August 9, 2023

Scarborough’s Summerfest celebrates in-person connection

The Aug. 18 event features country band 12/OC, fireworks, food and fun for all.
Published
August 3, 2023

Joan Benoit Samuelson: ‘Idyllic childhood,’ lifelong friends in Cape Elizabeth

The Beach to Beacon 10K founder Saturday will welcome thousands of racers to "some of the most beautiful roads I've run on anywhere in the world."