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Welcome to Scarborough
Welcome to the Town of Scarborough, Maine, a vibrant place to live, work, and recreate for all ages. Scarborough was incorporated in 1658 and has grown into a robust community with a diverse mix of businesses, neighborhoods, and prominent natural landscapes. In fact, Scarborough Marsh is the largest contiguous tidal marsh in Maine. At the Town of Scarborough, we're committed to serving you. Use this website for more information on events, employment, elections, budget and finances, meeting minutes and agendas, and more.
Scarborough Town News & Events
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![Scarborough residents with private subscription accounts with Casella Waste - Please take note!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1784827617/scarboroughmaineorg/jfgd3ounctthsarjlz6z/PrivateContractswithCasellaWaste-72326.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1784827617/scarboroughmaineorg/jfgd3ounctthsarjlz6z/PrivateContractswithCasellaWaste-72326.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1784827617/scarboroughmaineorg/jfgd3ounctthsarjlz6z/PrivateContractswithCasellaWaste-72326.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1784827617/scarboroughmaineorg/jfgd3ounctthsarjlz6z/PrivateContractswithCasellaWaste-72326.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1784827617/scarboroughmaineorg/jfgd3ounctthsarjlz6z/PrivateContractswithCasellaWaste-72326.jpg","width":1275}])
![August 1, 2026 Town Newsletter]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707149032/scarboroughmaineorg/yamuscgshq9qe6vbybsn/NewsletterHeader-Cropped.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707149032/scarboroughmaineorg/yamuscgshq9qe6vbybsn/NewsletterHeader-Cropped.png","width":458}])
Read the latest newsletter for information on Summerfest, the Eastern Trail segment grand opening, public transit news, what's happening in council meetings, and more.
![August 6: Eastern Trail Segment Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1784824981/scarboroughmaineorg/msd2dtnq5xivfhyehtxo/EasternTrailNewSegmentJuly2026.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1784824981/scarboroughmaineorg/msd2dtnq5xivfhyehtxo/EasternTrailNewSegmentJuly2026.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1784824981/scarboroughmaineorg/msd2dtnq5xivfhyehtxo/EasternTrailNewSegmentJuly2026.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1784824981/scarboroughmaineorg/msd2dtnq5xivfhyehtxo/EasternTrailNewSegmentJuly2026.jpg","width":1102}])
The Town of Scarborough, in partnership with the City of South Portland and the Eastern Trail Alliance, is pleased to announce the official grand opening of a new segment of the Eastern Trail that closes a critical gap and creates a continuous trail from South Portland’s Bug Light to downtown Saco. The community is invited to celebrate this milestone with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 10:00am. The trail is officially open for public use following the ribbon cutting.
![REMINDER: TRASH & RECYCLE CARTS MUST BE CURBSIDE BY 7:00 AM ON COLLECTION DAY]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1783007389/scarboroughmaineorg/pc82qndhpsyi3m0dum7s/7amtrashcollectiontime-7226.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1783007389/scarboroughmaineorg/pc82qndhpsyi3m0dum7s/7amtrashcollectiontime-7226.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1783007389/scarboroughmaineorg/pc82qndhpsyi3m0dum7s/7amtrashcollectiontime-7226.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1783007389/scarboroughmaineorg/pc82qndhpsyi3m0dum7s/7amtrashcollectiontime-7226.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1783007389/scarboroughmaineorg/pc82qndhpsyi3m0dum7s/7amtrashcollectiontime-7226.jpg","width":1275}])
To avoid missed collection, please be sure to have your trash & recycle carts curbside by 7:00 am.
![Scarborough Residents can STILL Bring Leaves, Grass Clippings, & Household Brush to the Casella Transfer Station]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782916325/scarboroughmaineorg/o6atbb9d9dlvkccnzzmh/CasellaTransferStationInformation-7126.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782916325/scarboroughmaineorg/o6atbb9d9dlvkccnzzmh/CasellaTransferStationInformation-7126.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782916325/scarboroughmaineorg/o6atbb9d9dlvkccnzzmh/CasellaTransferStationInformation-7126.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1782916325/scarboroughmaineorg/o6atbb9d9dlvkccnzzmh/CasellaTransferStationInformation-7126.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782916325/scarboroughmaineorg/o6atbb9d9dlvkccnzzmh/CasellaTransferStationInformation-7126.jpg","width":1275}])
Scarborough residents can still bring grass clippings, leaves, and household brush to the Casella Transfer Station FREE OF CHARGE.
![First Year Challenges]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1646839640/scarboroughmaineorg/y1qzqrbnecfdrrgmwwl5/COUNCIL.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1646839640/scarboroughmaineorg/y1qzqrbnecfdrrgmwwl5/COUNCIL.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1646839640/scarboroughmaineorg/y1qzqrbnecfdrrgmwwl5/COUNCIL.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1646839640/scarboroughmaineorg/y1qzqrbnecfdrrgmwwl5/COUNCIL.png","width":940}])
By Larry Cain, Scarborough Town Council
It has been an eventful and challenging first year on the Town Council. I was elected in June last year to fill a partial term. The phrase "I didn't know how much I didn’t know” is certainly applicable. If I had to pick one word to describe my first year, it would be rewarding.
Read the latest newsletter for information on Summerfest, the Eastern Trail segment grand opening, public transit news, what's happening in council meetings, and more.
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