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January 25, 2022

Obituary: Mona Jerome

BIDDEFORD — Mona Olive Jerome, 83 years old, a resident of Biddeford Pool, died Friday, Jan. 21, 2022 at her daughter’s home in Kennebunk after a brief illness. She was born in Biddeford, Maine on July 17, 1938, a daughter of Paul Roland and Pauline Althea (Young) Moulton and graduated from Trade Practical Arts High […]
Published
January 24, 2022

Boyle is sworn into the Maine House of Representatives

AUGUSTA – Rep. Jim Boyle, D-Gorham, was sworn into office on Jan. 18 by Gov. Janet Mills after winning a special election on Jan. 11. Boyle now serves House District 27, the seat previously held by Rep. Kyle Bailey, who resigned in October. “It’s great to be back in the State House,” said Boyle. “I […]
Published
January 21, 2022

Public outdoor skating ponds open: Free fun for all ages

One of the best things you can do for your mind, body, and spirit during the doldrums of winter is to find an activity to keep you active and enjoying the season. Thankfully in Scarborough, there are a number of places to let out your inner snowman and make the cold months fly by. A […]
Published
January 21, 2022

Sen. Brenner to host virtual public office hours Jan. 25

SCARBOROUGH — Sen. Stacy Brenner, D-Scarborough, will hold public office hours from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 25 via Zoom. Office hours provide local residents a chance to meet with their representatives to ask questions and get help with legislative or state government matters. Sen. Brenner will give updates on the current legislative session […]
Published
January 21, 2022

Adopt a fire hydrant in Scarborough

Now that we are officially in the winter season, you may notice our Scarborough firefighters clearing the snow around hydrants after a storm. You might wonder, in a large community like Scarborough at 54 square miles, how many hydrants do we have to maintain? The answer might surprise you. Scarborough has a variety of different […]
Published
January 21, 2022

Scarborough, Gorham residents earn academic honors.

Elyssa Johnson, Professional Nursing major, has been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2021 semester at the University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont. Johnson, from Gorham, is in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences. Sophie Glidden and Kellie Guerette, both of Scarborough, made the dean’s list at Stonehill College in Easton, Massachusetts. […]
Published
January 21, 2022

Meeting the moment in the nation’s capital

When I think of 2021, the phrase “meeting the moment” comes to mind. It was uttered countless times this past year by my colleagues in Congress, by the press, and by constituents all over the nation. But what does that really mean? Let’s take stock. The year started with a horrifying assault on our democracy. After hours […]
Published
January 21, 2022

VIP Tires & Service makes wishes come true with $151k Make-A-Wish® Foundation donation

VIP Tires & Service is kicking off 2022 with a donation of $151,050 to the Make-A-Wish® Foundation. The full-service automotive repair, maintenance and tire shop recently presented its largest donation ever to the charitable organization. The funds were raised by VIP’s team members and customers at their 65 locations, including in Scarborough, Saco and Biddeford, […]
Published
January 21, 2022

Scarborough senator introduces bill to help coastal homeowners afford flood insurance

The bill would change the definition of height in Maine statute.
Published
January 21, 2022

Travis Mills Foundation to honor Vietnam era veterans March 30

AUGUSTA — In recognition of National Vietnam War Veteran Day, the Travis Mills Foundation is holding a Vietnam Era Veterans Breakfast at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, March 30 at the Augusta Armory, 179 Western Ave., Augusta. “While the Foundation’s main mission is to serve post-9/11 veterans, I’m an ardent supporter of Vietnam era veterans and […]

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