(This is the first of hopefully many more 'Five Questions" interviews with a variety of people throughout the Biddeford Community) For nearly 14 years, Delilah Poupore has been at the helm of the Heart of Biddeford, a non-profit organization with a mission to “foster a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable downtown for residents, businesses and visitors.” … Continue reading Biddeford’s arts community gets a big boost: Five Questions
Month: January 2025
‘Mayor’s Night Out’ event will support fallen officer
A group of former mayors and Biddeford’s current mayor are all hoping to run into you at one of several downtown restaurants on Wednesday evening (Feb. 5) The “Mayor’s Night Out” event will actually be a fundraiser to support the family of Sgt. Jacob Wolterbeek, an 18-year veteran of the Biddeford Police Department who was … Continue reading ‘Mayor’s Night Out’ event will support fallen officer
OPINION: Some notable changes in local media outlets
(Originally published on the Lessons In Mediocrity site) There’s no denying it. This is not your father’s news industry anymore. That’s good news, but it’s also very bad news. I’m writing this because there were three significant local changes in the news industry that happened in just the last two weeks. More about that in … Continue reading OPINION: Some notable changes in local media outlets
NEWSLETTER: Where are we going?
Wow! Just wow. When I started the Biddeford Gazette, I had no idea how well it would be received by the community. It’s a new year; we have a new president, and I now have a new project that will keep me occupied for the foreseeable future. Thus, welcome to my first newsletter! WHERE WE … Continue reading NEWSLETTER: Where are we going?
City council covers project shortfall
The Biddeford City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to fill the gap in funding for repairs and renovations to the Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center, a private resource for the city’s unhoused residents. The council’s move Tuesday is expected to solve lingering issues and questions about a shortfall of $255,000 of the $1.2 million project. (See … Continue reading City council covers project shortfall
Biddeford affordable housing project gets wide support
Tonight’s meeting of the Saco River Corridor Commission could make or break a project to build an additional 60 units of affordable housing adjacent to an existing project in Biddeford. In order to begin moving forward with their project, the developers need the Saco River Corridor Commission (SRCC) to change the parcel’s zoning designation. (See … Continue reading Biddeford affordable housing project gets wide support
Center of Technology Awarded $2,500 to Invest in STEM Programs
By KAREN GARNETT Biddeford School Department On January 17, the Biddeford Regional Center of Technology (BRCOT) was presented with a $2,500 STEM Talent Pipeline Grant from We Work for Health. This grant is designated for use with STEM programs: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. During the grant presentation, four students from BRCOT spoke about their … Continue reading Center of Technology Awarded $2,500 to Invest in STEM Programs
Biddeford struggles with communication
Despite spending a little more than $45,000 last year on upgrades and consulting services, the city of Biddeford is still wrestling to improve its external communication platforms. During almost every public meeting, the city struggles and stumbles as it attempts to allow people to remotely watch or participate in meetings at City Hall. As a … Continue reading Biddeford struggles with communication
FEATURE: McArthur Library partners to help fight cancer with special event
By JEFF CABRAL Special to the Gazette This is a story where community crosses all kinds of lines and partnerships are formed to benefit the greater good; a story that could only take place in New England, which often feels like a small town itself. Biddeford resident Jessica Johnson has been continuing her mother Dorothy's … Continue reading FEATURE: McArthur Library partners to help fight cancer with special event
Housing, budget: top priorities for Biddeford lawmakers
As Maine lawmakers gear up for what is expected to be a grueling session, there are two topics that both Democrats and Republicans agree should be a top priority. The 132nd Legislature will consider several bills aimed at tackling the state’s housing crisis while also addressing a projected $450 million budget shortfall and a new … Continue reading Housing, budget: top priorities for Biddeford lawmakers
OPINION: Biddeford’s Homeless: A volunteer’s perspective
By Tom McPheeters Special to the Biddeford Gazette I usually arrive for my shift at the Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center a little before 9 a.m. to get coffee going, but on this Monday, I am also delivering a large pan of American Chop Suey. Since I am not a native Mainer, I have no … Continue reading OPINION: Biddeford’s Homeless: A volunteer’s perspective
Popular brewery closing Biddeford location this weekend
A popular Biddeford ‘tap room’ will soon be closing its doors in order to expand brewing operations that will support its other locations. According to co-owner Matt Haskell, the change at Blaze Brewing will allow the company to expand overall and the space will remain as a manufacturing location for at least the next few … Continue reading Popular brewery closing Biddeford location this weekend
Biddeford voters will decide school bond question
Although it may feel like the election season just ended, voters in Biddeford will have the chance next week to decide whether to secure some state funds for the purchase of learning equipment at the Biddeford Regional Center of Technology (BRCOT). If approved, the referendum will have no impact on local property taxes. Instead, the … Continue reading Biddeford voters will decide school bond question
Hello, Goodbye
Dear readers, Once again, I have some good news and some bad news. Let’s start with the good news. Roughly 24 hours ago, Laura told me it was time for me to get a bit more serious about the Biddeford Gazette, an online multi-media news source focused on the city of Biddeford. Instead of trying … Continue reading Hello, Goodbye
Biddeford lawmakers brace for ‘tough session’
With the 132nd Legislature now officially underway and facing a state budget shortfall, members of Biddeford’s legislative delegation are preparing for what is expected to be a battle of spending priorities. Members of Biddeford’s delegation are all Democrats, the party that holds a solid majority in both the House and Senate; as well as the … Continue reading Biddeford lawmakers brace for ‘tough session’
Developer eyes Biddeford for affordable housing project
If all goes as planned, the city of Biddeford could gain 60 new affordable housing units that would be built near Rotary Park and within walking distance of Biddeford High School. On Tuesday, the Biddeford City Council heard a presentation from Nathan Bateman, vice president of Bateman Partners, about the Forest Green project. The proposal … Continue reading Developer eyes Biddeford for affordable housing project
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