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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PublishedDecember 20, 2023
Scannell properties unveils comprehensive master plan for Scarborough warehouse and distribution hub
The project would be built at the former home of the Beech Ridge Motor Speedway
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PublishedDecember 20, 2023
Scarborough Planning Board reviews 4 Highland Ave. redevelopment proposal
Scarborough Planning Board reconsiders the project to include a two-family residence and live-work townhomes.
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PublishedDecember 20, 2023
Positive site plan review for Crossroads Holdings’ Downs multi-family development
Crossroads Holdings’ 60-unit multi-family development in Downs town center, featuring four 15-unit buildings, underwent a positive site plan review by the Scarborough Planning Board.
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PublishedDecember 20, 2023
South Portland City Council votes to repeal Energy and Water Benchmarking Ordinance
The council approved the repeal, citing challenges in implementation.
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PublishedDecember 18, 2023
Scarborough residents shape future community center activities through public input
The debate in Scarborough revolves around the proposed $40 million community center, with proponents, represented by the Ad Hoc Committee, emphasizing the need for community input to shape a multi-generational hub, while opponents, represented by the Smart Taxes group, express concerns about the project’s cost and timing in the aftermath of a recent mega-school referendum defeat.
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PublishedDecember 15, 2023
Record-breaking year for South Portland Toy Drive
The South Portland Toy Drive achieved record-breaking success, providing gifts to 480 children.
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PublishedDecember 14, 2023
Women’s Walk event promotes safety in outdoor exploration
The Scarborough Land Trust’s Women’s Walk event on Dec. 17 at Pleasant Hill Preserve aims to address the discomfort women may feel walking alone on trails.
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PublishedDecember 14, 2023
Scarborough young runner secured spot in Junior Olympic National Championships
Scarborough’s 10-year-old runner, Parker Mateja, progresses from local victories to the national stage, securing a spot in the USATF Junior Olympic Cross Country National Championships in Louisville, Kentucky.
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PublishedDecember 14, 2023
Collective Motion Arts Center presents “Bah Humbug!”, a dance extravaganza inspired by Dickens’ Classic
Collective Motion Arts Center in Southern Maine brings the holiday spirit to life through a unique dance production, “Bah Humbug!,” blending various choreography styles, large puppets, and custom-made costumes to retell Charles Dickens’ classic ‘A Christmas Carol.’
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PublishedDecember 13, 2023
Scarborough Town Council approves credit enhancement agreement for 3iHoME/POAH Affordable Housing Project
The Scarborough Town Council approved CEA for a project to provide accessible housing.
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