In the interest of making sure that our readers have easy access to news and events that may impact them, these fine individuals and organizations have all expressly agreed to share their work and talents with the Biddeford Gazette.
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CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
MAUREEN GRANDAISON PHOTOGRAPHY
Maureen is a Biddeford-based professional photographer who works closely with several organizations, including non-profits, local sports teams and clubs.
She is a member of Maine Professional Photographer’s Association.
To learn more about her work | email: maureengrandmaisonphotography@gmail.com or call 207-831-2143. MORE INFO
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McKenney Photography is a family-owned and operated, full-service studio located in Biddeford, Maine. Joe McKenney opened the studio in 2002. He brings his artistic spirit and deep commitment to his craft to each session. McKenney Photography offers more than just a standard photo session. They pour their heartfelt energy into their work (Passion), push creative boundaries (Imagination), and focus on bringing unique ideas to life (Creation). This mindset sets their studio apart by fostering a unique environment where clients feel involved in an artistic process rather than just posing for a photoshoot. If you are looking for photos that capture authentic, artistic, and beautifully crafted moments – McKenney Photography is for you! | MORE INFO
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BLOGS | PODCASTS
At BRICK+TIDES, we believe local stories have power. More than a digital magazine, we’re a platform where creativity, business, and community meet to create new possibilities.
Cy Cyr is a Maine photographer and the co-founder of Brick+Tides, a storytelling venture dedicated to highlighting the inspiring people in York County. After two decades photographing national assignments for Golf Channel and other clients, he returned home to document the community he never stopped talking about. Through thoughtful interviews and portrait-driven features, he works to elevate the voices of small business owners, artists, leaders, and neighbors who make this region unique. His goal is simple: to celebrate Maine one story at a time. | MORE INFO
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Randy Forcier is a well-known Biddeford native, and he describes his multi-platform site as “Podcasts about movies, tv shows, sports, mortgages, and real conversations.”
Randy has a reputation for having candid, friendly and relaxed conversations with various community leaders and a diverse mix of local voices that reflect a growing community with a deep history and bright future, His podcasts are available on several platforms, including YouTube and Spotify. | MORE INFO
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STATEWIDE NEWS
The Maine Monitor is the nonpartisan, independent publication of the Maine Center for Public Interest Reporting, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, dedicated to delivering high-quality, nonpartisan investigative and explanatory journalism to inform Mainers about issues impacting our state and empower them to be engaged citizens. Their organization is governed by an independent Maine-based board of directors with fiscal and strategic oversight responsibilities.
“Without local journalism to bring issues to light and to hold lawmakers and others accountable, research shows citizens are less engaged, voter participation declines, and corruption increases.” | MORE INFO
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MEDIA FRIENDS
When they’re not working to deliver you the latest news and information about the city of Biddeford, the Biddeford Gazette’s ownership team loves visiting and camping near Moosehead Lake.
Every summer, for more than 20 years, you can find Laura and Randy Seaver relaxing at the Lily Bay State Park on the eastern shore of Maine’s largest lake. While the Seavers enjoy a “glamping” approach, Craig Pendleton and his family enjoy more traditional camping in the same area.
The Moosehead region is one of Maine’s crown jewels, and we recently discovered an amazing local paper that uses the same embedded approach to community reporting that we use. If you love northern Maine, do like we do — follow the Moosehead Lakeshore Journal on Facebook — their weekly videos capture the spirit and rugged beauty of the Moosehead region | FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK
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