Biddeford City Councilor Abigail Wood shares her perspective about this year's municipal budget, highlighting the need to begin thinking about next year's budget almost immediately
OPINION: Councilor explains her budget perspective
Author: Randy Seaver
Randy Seaver is a veteran journalist who has been covering news and politics in the city of Biddeford, Maine for nearly three decades. He may be contacted at news@biddeford-gazette.com
SPORTS | Tigers roll over Westbrook, 11-1, on Saturday
Biddeford Tigers come back strong and trounce Westbrook 11-1 on Saturday
OPINION | Why I’m proud to be part of the Biddeford Gazette
Former Biddeford Mayor Bonnie Pothier discusses the importance of community, staying connected to one another in the digital age and the growth of a Biddeford-based media organization
OPINION | A former teacher, now state senator, celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
When we think back to those who have most influenced our lives, chances are one of them was a teacher. For me personally, I was a teacher. It was a tough job at times, but I loved every minute of it.
EVENT | ‘Muster to Memory’ | May 14
CONTRIBUTED STORY | Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center The Biddeford Cultural and Heritage Center (BCHC) invites the public to a special evening of film, history, and conversation as part of BIDDEFORD 250: Biddeford’s Commemoration of America’s 250th Anniversary (1776–2026). DAN LAMBERT | Contributed Photo The next program in BCHC’s AMERICA AT 250 |A DEEPER HISTORY … Continue reading EVENT | ‘Muster to Memory’ | May 14
SPORTS | Lady Tigers lacrosse team loses heartbreaker against Deering, 8-7
Lady Tigers lacrosse team loses heartbreaker against Deering, 8-7 Photos by Tammy Belanger
Biddeford suffers tough 9-3 loss at Thornton
A big fourth inning leads the Golden Trojans past the Tigers, 9-3 Contributed Story | By GameChanger Media In a classic 'Battle of the Bridge' matchup on their home turf, the Thornton Academy Trojans handed the Biddeford High School varsity baseball team a stinging 9-3 loss Thursday thanks, in part, to five runs in the … Continue reading Biddeford suffers tough 9-3 loss at Thornton
Former councilor cut off during public comments about National Day of Prayer
Clement Fleurent ran past his three-minute limit when reminding the Biddeford City Council about a national prayer event Time to Read | 3-5 minutes | 739 words By RANDY SEAVER | Editor Once again – just like every year since 1952 -- community leaders across the United States will celebrate the National Day of Prayer … Continue reading Former councilor cut off during public comments about National Day of Prayer
Zoning board deals a blow to UNE
The University of New England will not be able to begin necessary tree clearing and other preparation work for its controversial, 180-foot research pier on the Saco River. Time to Read | 5-8 minutes (1,217 words) By RANDY SEAVER | Editor Biddeford’s Zoning Board of Appeals voted 2-1 Monday to put a somewhat rare damper … Continue reading Zoning board deals a blow to UNE
NEWSLETTER | Gardening At Night
A difficult week of wins and losses, including the city manager's resignation, the loss of beloved teacher and a groundbreaking ceremony.
LETTER | Maybe BHS students need a ‘refresher’ lesson about littering
Editor: It was great to see the story about Biddeford High School students engaged in their Community Service Day. (BHS students roll up their sleeves for Community Service Day, Biddeford Gazette, May 1, 2026) BIDDEFORD HIGH SCHOOL on Maplewood Avenue | File Photo _____ I think it is important to instill a sense of community … Continue reading LETTER | Maybe BHS students need a ‘refresher’ lesson about littering
COMMUNITY | Students prepare ‘Living Shoreline’ at UNE campus
[Contributed story and photos, courtesy of UNE] By ALAN BENNETT | University of New England Approximately 20 students from the University of New England strapped into their boots on Wednesday, April 29, to remove invasive plant species from the shoreline along the Saco River on the university’s Biddeford Campus. The uprooting is part of ongoing … Continue reading COMMUNITY | Students prepare ‘Living Shoreline’ at UNE campus
Remembering ‘Kitty’ Goudreau | One of Biddeford’s finest citizens
For more than three decades, Kitty taught English and became one of Biddeford’s most beloved teachers. Her former students include the city’s police chief, a former mayor, a city councilor and several local business owners
Tigers lose to Noble, 3-1 on Friday
Both teams were strong on the hill on Friday, but the Noble Knights were just a little bit stronger at the plate in their 3-1 victory over Biddeford Tigers in their varsity baseball matchup. Ernie Dore started the game for Tigers and recorded 26 outs.
Area protestors again gather in Biddeford
By RANDY SEAVER | Editor A small group of roughly 25 area residents once again gathered Thursday near the corner of Main and Water streets in Biddeford to let passing motorists know how they feel about various national political issues, from wealth inequality to the military conflict in Iran and concerns about policies being put … Continue reading Area protestors again gather in Biddeford
Biddeford motorcyclist killed in fatal crash
Biddeford motorcyclist killed in fatal traffic accident Friday morning in Saco
ON-DEMAND | Josh Johnson & Vassie Fowler
A Biddeford resident who helped shape the creation of Instagram; and the executive director of the Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Resource Center.
COMMUNITY | Feeding Families, Funding Farmers Markets
In his monthly column for the Biddeford Gazette, State Sen. Henry Ingwersen discusses the benefits of a bill he sponsored to address hunger and support local farmers
Digging in for Biddeford’s housing future
City, state and federal officials praised the numerous benefits of a new housing development currently under construction on the Barra Road.
SPORTS | Bottom of the lineup carries Tigers past Portland Bulldogs
BHS Tigers baseball team rolls past Portland Bulldogs
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