Cooper Campbell was a freshman at Cheverus High School in Portland. Principal Bill Burke described him as “outgoing” and “athletic.”<< MORE >>

These are lean times in Maine. Economic recession, high municipal taxes and gas prices have combined to batter our paychecks and lay siege on a person’s ability to go out and spend a day on the town. With that in mind, the staff at Mainely Media has created this six part series where our intrepid reporters head into our towns armed with only a $20 bill and a fierce desire to get the most bang for our bucks. We’ve found with a little planning and some knowledge of the local scene, $20 can buy a whole lot more fun than people may imagine. Last week, Renee Worthing took us on a tour of her beat through Sanford and Springvale. This week Molly Lovell spends a day spinning through Scarborough.<< MORE >>

Officials at the Maine Healthy Beach Program are preparing for their sixth summer testing the waters at beaches throughout the state and need volunteers to help with the effort.<< MORE >>

Every coach in every sport in every school preaches these two things above all others. Why? Because it’s a given that the team that is sound fundamentally and plays with discipline will win. So it should come as no surprise that in the Scarborough High School boys lacrosse opener against Yarmouth, the team that was fundamentally flawless and played with tremendous discipline won. And, they won big. << MORE >>

Habitat builds strong foundations on more than homes<< MORE >>

The modern reality is that there are numerous ways to enjoy Maine’s outdoor character. The classic image is great, but in some ways appears dated, and quite frankly boring, to many other people. White water rafting or kayaking, sea kayaking, mountain biking and other “non-traditional” high energy, fast paced, eco-friendly outdoor sports take place in Maine as well. How does Cabalas tie into this? All of these people could use equipment that is available at their store. << MORE >>

From early March through early April I followed with interest coverage of the discordance between the town council and the Conservation Commission in regards to the development near Eastern Road. This coverage was provided by other papers; coverage in the Leader was curiously absent.<< MORE >>

An investment in biomedical research pays off in improvements in health and quality of care, as well as supports the training and education of future scientists. But we need the government to commit more dollars to research, too. That’s where you come in. You can help just by visiting www.yourethecure.org. You may just save lives.<< MORE >>

Many people appreciate a wonderful resource we have in Scarborough – the Eastern Trail. The Old Eastern Railroad bed is a great way to get fresh air and exercise in the natural beauty of our coastal community. In order for all to enjoy the trail, there are some rules and guidelines that we all should be aware of.<< MORE >>

Two area residents were killed Monday night after the car they were traveling in was struck by a SUV traveling in the wrong direction on the Maine Turnpike in Ogunquit, police said. 

At press time Wednesday, no charges had been filed against the SUV’s driver, 38-year-old Donna Bartlett of Wells, who sustained a broken ankle, in the crash.

The car’s driver, James McLaughlin, 65, of Gorham and 15-year-old Cooper Cambell, of Scarborough were found dead at the scene, state police said. The boy’s father, Steven Campbell, 48, was injured and taken to Maine Medical Center in Portland with non-life threatening injuries. 

State police said McLaughlin was driving a 2001 Lincoln Town Car owned by Maine Limousine Services of Portland and had picked up Steven and Cooper Campbell at Logan Airport in Boston and was driving them home.  

A decision on charges will be made after the investigation has been completed and the York County District Attorney’s Office has been consulted. 

        

Scarborough residents and visitors from nearby towns broke out the sun block and made their way to Pine Point Beach to enjoy the spring heat wave during school vacation last week. << MORE >>

By now, most people are aware Maine has tightened the seat belt law to make failing to buckle up a reason to get pulled over. << MORE >>

Part educational museum and part retail store, Cabela’s in Scarborough offered media a sneak peek into the store Wednesday. The store will open to the public May 15 at 5 p.m.<< MORE >>

Scarborough’s finest were honored during a public safety awards night this past Saturday when police and fire personnel came together with friends and family to receive much deserved recognition and appreciation.<< MORE >>

These are lean times in Maine. Economic recession, high municipal taxes and gas prices have combined to batter our paychecks and lay siege on a person’s ability to go out and spend a day on the town. With that in mind, the staff at Mainely Media has created this six part series where our intrepid reporters head into our towns armed with only a $20 bill and a fierce desire to get the most bang for our bucks. We’ve found with a little planning and some knowledge of the local scene, $20 can buy a whole lot more fun than people may imagine. Last week, Cliff White took us on a 12-hour tour of his beat through Gorham, Buxton, Hollis, Limington and Standish. This week Renee Worthing spends a Saturday spinning through Sanford and Springvale.<< MORE >>

Volunteers armed with rubber gloves, trash bags and a passion for the environment got down and dirty last Saturday at the annual spring cleaning of the Scarborough Marsh and beaches.<< MORE >>

History in the making: Visiting the past to teach to the future<< MORE >>

Walking through my yard, I begin to pull away leaves that have become a found natural meeting place in the corners of my yard. I am always surprised at the amount of leaves left in my yard after the snow has melted away. After all, didn’t I spend countless hours raking, shredding and vacuuming leaves last fall? Somehow, they’ve multiplied.<< MORE >>

Dog owners, please don’t say your dog is nice and potentially set someone else up, as well as yourself, for a potentially serious situation. I love dogs and have been a dog owner myself, however, as friendly as many dogs can be they are still animals and are unpredictable. So, walkers, bikers, and runners be aware that some dogs on this trail are not truly under their owners control even on a leash, and dog owners please be more cautious and take more personal responsibility with your pets. << MORE >>

In the very near future, all of the “last hurrahs” will be upon us – senior sports banquets, class trips, senior proms, final assemblies and so on. As proud parents, we will certainly be, or try to be, at any and every event that we can possibly attend to remind our children how proud we are of them for a job well done, and to show them, once again, how much we love them before they go off into their new world.<< MORE >>