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November 12, 2021

Eighth Annual Sergeant Major Memorial Golf Classic a success

The 8th Annual Sergeant Major Memorial Golf Classic Scramble, held at Dunegrass Golf Club in Old Orchard Beach on Sept. 20, honored the life of Sergeant Major Eleanor Judge who served in the Marine Corps for 31 years. She helped pave the way for military women everywhere as she was the “first” woman Sergeant Major […]
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November 12, 2021

Scarborough senior fulfills dream of riding a motorcycle

Last month, Judy McGrath, resident of Enclave of Scarborough. fulfilled her dream experience of riding a motorcycle. In her ‘Getting to Know Your Spark’ interview with Enclave staff members she said “it probably would never happen.” However, with a Scarborough Fire and Police escort, and several civilians all riding motorcycles, her wish to ride came […]
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November 12, 2021

Take part in the winter holiday events in Scarborough

When the temperature starts dipping and there is a frost in the air, Scarborough Community Services gets to work with planning for the Town’s holiday events. This year is chock-full of offerings that have already begun. We hope you’ll join us. Nov. 1 to Nov. 30 “Being Thankful” Contest: What are you thankful for? […]
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November 12, 2021

New Maine laws will benefit our state

Monday, Oct. 18 was an important day for our state — it was the day that many new Maine laws officially took effect! You might not know, but the Maine Constitution specifies that all “non-emergency” bills signed into law don’t take effect until 90 days after the Legislature adjourns its legislative session. Since adjournment varies […]
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November 11, 2021

Saco & Biddeford Savings donates $50,000 to support My Place Teen Center’s York County location

The center is slated to open in Biddeford in 2023.
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November 11, 2021

Saco schools, feds reach agreement on student restraint

SACO — An agreement has been reached between the Saco public school district and federal government regarding restraint or seclusion of students with disabilities. The school district recently entered a voluntary agreement with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) “to take steps necessary to ensure students with disabilities receive the free appropriate […]
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November 11, 2021

York County Audubon presents ‘Partnering With Beavers to Heal the Planet’

The consequences of losing beavers were profound: streams eroded, wetlands dried up, and species from salmon to swans and other birds lost vital habitat. Today, a growing coalition of “Beaver Believers”— including scientists, ranchers, and passionate citizens — recognizes that ecosystems with beavers are far healthier, for humans and non-humans than those without them. On […]
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November 11, 2021

Travis Mills Foundation seeks volunteers

The Travis Mills Foundation seeks volunteers for its Veterans Retreat, which provides an all-inclusive, all-expenses paid, barrier-free experience for post-911 veterans and their families in the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine. Year-round volunteer opportunities in Rome include serving meals, housekeeping, yard work, family and children’s activities, fishing, boating, snowshoeing and more! For more information or […]
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November 11, 2021

Recognizing Carcinoid Cancer Awareness Month

For over two decades, my husband Lance – unknowingly, until the very end – battled carcinoid cancer. Like many who eventually discover their real condition, a diagnosis remained frustratingly elusive: Doctors, at different times, thought that Lance had food allergies, anxiety or depression, colon cancer, or liver cancer. Meanwhile, a good friend of mine and […]
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November 8, 2021

Things to do, Nov. 12

On Nov. 12, Karen Martin, president and executive director of Scarborough Economic Development Corporation will speak at the Kiwanis Club meeting.. Karen will be updating the club on the many changes in Scarborough over the past few years, and what to expect in the future. The club meets every Friday from noon to 1 p.m. […]

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