This program dives into the exciting world of the Scarborough marsh, looking at animals, people, and how the land has changed. It examines how humans have used the marsh and how the marsh center itself came to be. It also looks at how the diversity of animals has changed over the years, noting what species have left the marsh and what animals have developed there. Some species have recovered and now are in abundance, while others have become endangered. The marsh is changing due to clim
This presentation examines the history of the Scarborough Fire Department. In the early 1900s, many communities, including Scarborough, quickly mobilized following a series of devastating fires in the surrounding area that resulted in the loss of several grand hotels and sparked widespread wildfires. Scarborough began establishing fire stations and assembling fire-fighting equipment at that time. Over the next century, dedicated residents laid the foundation for what has become the proud legacy of today’s Scarborough Fire Department. Nicholas Reichard, a representative of the Fire Department, shares the department’s rich history in this program. Recorded January 5, 2025, sponsored by the Scarborough Historical Society and the Prouts Neck Historical Society.
