Rebecca Richard is a reporter covering the South Portland, Scarborough, Biddeford, Kennebunkport, and Saco areas for Mainely Media. She graduated from the University of Maine after studying literature and writing. She is a small business owner and mom of eight children. Rebecca was born in Florida, but has been in Maine for over 10 years, and in New England since her teen years.
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PublishedJanuary 3, 2024
South Portland Community of Kindness spreads holiday cheer
Led by Sari Greene, the organization delivered homemade meals to first responders.
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PublishedJanuary 3, 2024
South Portland charts course for the future with Comprehensive Plan update
The plan aims to guide the city’s future through strategic visioning and compliance with state regulations.
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PublishedJanuary 3, 2024
South Portland prepares for implementation of new Tree Protection Ordinance
Information sessions for the public will be held to provide details about tree removal regulations.
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PublishedDecember 29, 2023
Scarborough’s Brian Longstaff is Code Officer of the Year
Longstaff works to provide proactive conflict resolution, innovative problem-solving, and strong community engagement.
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PublishedDecember 26, 2023
Winter solstice parade marks start of Community Art Boxes project
Thomas Memorial Library celebrated the winter solstice with therapeutic horticulture sessions and a luminous evening parade.
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PublishedDecember 22, 2023
Affordable housing for older adults takes root in Scarborough’s Firehouse Village
Avesta Housing’s Village Commons reimagines Scarborough’s Firehouse Village, offering energy-efficient affordable housing for adults 55 and above, with completion expected by late 2023 or early 2024.
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PublishedDecember 22, 2023
Jordan’s Farm secures USDA value-added producer grant
The $250,000 grant will propel growth, community ties and sustainability.
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PublishedDecember 22, 2023
Disagreement greets Cape Elizabeth City Council’s affordable housing zoning changes
The council’s decision to amend affordable housing zoning faced scrutiny.
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PublishedDecember 21, 2023
Portland Rugby Football Club unveils plans for Two Rod Road facility
The Portland Rugby Club presented an expansive proposal for the construction of two rugby fields in Scarborough at 122 Two Rod Road.
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PublishedDecember 21, 2023
Exploring prominent diseases in early Scarborough with Dr. Stephen Spaulding
The Scarborough Historical Society presents an event with Dr. Spaulding to discuss lethal diseases in the 17th-19th centuries, contrasting with contemporary effective treatments.
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