The rigorous hiring process includes a physical agility test, a polygraph, psychological testing, background checks and numerous pre-hiring interviews.
NEWS | Two recruits join York County Sheriff’s Office
Month: August 2026
FEATURE | A big boost for a little girl on a mission
Six-year-old Madison Charland of Biddeford hoped to raise $1,000 by selling lemonade to fight childhood cancer. Thanks to a generous donation from a local business, Madison has exceeded her goal.
LETTER | Immigrant killers? Let’s stick to facts
In this age of lies and half-truths, one cannot let total falsehoods go unacknowledged.
VIDEO | BHS varsity field hockey is ‘team to watch’
The Lady Tigers and the boys' soccer team wasted no time, and got a jump on their first official practices under the bright lights of Waterhouse Field at midnight on Monday
OBITUARIES | August 16, 2026
A recap of local obituaries from the Biddeford-Saco area for the week of August 16, 2026
LETTER | Planned hearing reveals political hypocrisy
How many Congressional hearings have been held for the five Mainers who have been killed at the hands of those who are in this country illegally (for that matter, how many protests, how many murals)?
BUSINESS | Saco & Biddeford Savings donates $90k to support new ‘EmPATH’ unit
The EmPATH unit, expected to open Monday, August 17, will provide a calmer, safer and more supportive environment for patients experiencing mental and behavioral health crises
UPDATE | The Gazette will shut down . . . temporarily
Exciting changes are on deck after a short shutdown next week that will feature five days of vacation at Maine's largest lake
NEWS | Two stranded hikers rescued from Timber Island in Biddeford
Area rescue crews used an inflatable boat to retrieve the two hikers who said they became stranded after walking out to the island at low tide.
NEWS | Public hearing offered a heated exchange, and divided comments about UNE’s research pier proposal
Saco River Corridor Commissioners listened to more than 90 minutes of public testimony about a controversial research pier and how it might violate a 2001 ruling
NEWS | Mayor clarifies his role at upcoming Congressional hearing
Liam LaFountain said he is disappointed that an upcoming Congressional hearing in Biddeford will be a partisan affair
NEWS | City Council grapples with Biddeford Pool parking
During a Tuesday workshop meeting, a majority of residents said nothing needs to change along a narrow roadway that serves as a main thoroughfare in the congested, coastal neighborhood
OPINION | What Biddeford residents actually asked us to fix
A member of the city's Charter Review Commission offers an overview of what residents can expect and encourages robust public participation in the process
BUSINESS | Saco & Biddeford Savings awards $24,000 in scholarships to local graduates
Scholarship funds are released to students after they successfully complete their first semester of college
VIDEO | Biddeford protest rally attracts more than 200
By RANDY SEAVER A protest designed to put pressure on Republican Senator Susan Collins regarding ramped up enforcement activities by the US Immigration & Enforcement Agency (ICE) attracted a large crowd Tuesday afternoon. The rally, which included music and several guest speakers, was held at the entry of Collins' Biddeford office. Kathy Griffin of Biddeford … Continue reading VIDEO | Biddeford protest rally attracts more than 200
NEWS | Congressional hearing scheduled in Biddeford
Mayor Liam LaFountain and other local leaders will be asked to testify before a group of Democratic Congressional lawmakers on Monday, Aug. 17
OPINION | Mayor LaFountain, It’s Time to Stop Fighting UNE
Why is the city of Biddeford still fighting a project that has already been approved? Let's examine our city's priorities.
NEWS | Just one issue could finally determine the fate of UNE’s controversial pier proposal
A public hearing on Wednesday will likely focus on whether a 25-year-old state ruling will prevent tree clearing and the construction of a necessary access road along the shore of the Saco River.
NEWS | New group launches to ensure public beach access in Biddeford
New group vows to monitor issues and concerns connected to traditional public access on Biddeford's beaches
OBITUARIES | August 9, 2026
A review of local obituaries for the week of August, 9, 2026
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