Stories and updates about Biddeford’s diverse and dynamic business community
A well-known lobbyist and former legislator joins the non-profit news organization's Community Advisory Council; and a Massachusetts marketing professional joins the parent company's board of directors.
Fiber Materials, Inc. (FMI) – A Biddeford-based manufacturing firm -- will receive a Maine Science Award for its positive impact on the state’s science industry and ongoing research.
Biddeford's revival has rewarded practical experimentation. AI deserves the same standard
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
Scholarship funds are released to students after they successfully complete their first semester of college
Are you looking for a job or just a new opportunity? If so, you may want to attend an August 12 “summer hiring event” that is being co-sponsored by the Biddeford Saco Chamber of Commerce and the Maine Department of Labor; and other organizations.
Saco & Biddeford Savings and Paquin & Carroll Insurance have each earned gold honors in the inaugural Best of Biddeford + Saco Community Contest, a local awards program created by the Portland Press Herald’s parent company.
Paquin & Carroll Insurance, and Maine Community Bank welcome new team members.
Emma Bouthillette -- a marketer, writer, yoga instructor, corgi mom and native of Biddeford -- has joined the Biddeford Gazette’s Community Advisory Council.
Paquin & Carroll; Rousseau Insurance and Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution all welcomed new team members this month.
Local businesses are feeling an economic pinch, but a new report provides suggested action steps that could improve Maine's overall economy
CONTRIBUTED STORY | Biddeford + Chamber of Commerce The Biddeford+Saco Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Sweetser to launch The Hope Challenge —a community‑wide effort inviting local businesses to support the development of Sweetser’s new psychiatric residential treatment facility for Maine youth. According to Sweetser, the new facility will fill a critical gap in Maine’s … Continue reading BUSINESS | Chamber leads launch of Sweetser fundraising effort
Saco & Biddeford Savings and Paquin & Carroll Insurance are proud to announce their $20,000 donation to Sweetser in support of the construction of Maine’s first Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility on Sweetser’s Saco campus. CONTRIBUTED STORY | Saco & Biddeford Savings and Paquin & Carroll Insurance are proud to announce their $20,000 donation to Sweetser … Continue reading NEWS | Local businesses donate $20k to support state’s first psychiatric residential treatment facility
By RANDY SEAVER | Editor More than two dozen local community and business leaders attended a special event sponsored by the Biddeford + Saco Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday to learn more about Central Maine Power (CMP) and how the utility delivers electricity to more than 670,000 residential and commercial customers in Maine. Linda Ball … Continue reading Area leaders hear about CMP’s upgrade plan
The company is also planning to upgrade two of its other locations in Maine and says the renovation will provide significant economic impact and provide numerous community benefits [ Contributed story via Walmart ] According to a corporate press release, Walmart plans to remodel three stores in Maine this year, including its Biddeford location on … Continue reading Walmart plans to upgrade, expand its Biddeford store
John Gold, Kayla J. Lewis and Annika Sovetsky each bring a unique set of talents and perspectives to the Gazette's Community Advisory Council John Gold Kayla J. Lewis Annika Sovetsky ____________ By RANDY SEAVER | Editor The Biddeford Gazette is very pleased to announce that three more community members have joined our Community Advisory Council. … Continue reading Biddeford Gazette announces three new advisory council members
[Contributed Story] A new 40-unit affordable housing community at 37 Barra Road marks Westbrook Development's first project in Biddeford and the first phase of a broader housing partnership with the city Westbrook Development Corporation (WDC), in partnership with the city of Biddeford, is proud to announce the groundbreaking of Thatcher Brook Apartments, a new 40-unit … Continue reading Westbrook Development Breaks Ground on Thatcher Brook Apartments in Biddeford
The parochial school is celebrating a long legacy in Biddeford, and ‘unplugged’ academic excellence [Contributed Story] BIDDEFORD -- Saint James School, a cornerstone of the Biddeford community for over a century, officially announced the opening of enrollment for the next school year. Positioning itself as a leader in the regional educational landscape, the school is … Continue reading St. James School opens enrollment
The University of New England recently announced that 166 graduating physicians have matched to residencies in Maine, New England and Beyond [Contributed Story | By ALAN BENNETT, University of New England PORTLAND/BIDDEFORD — The University of New England today announced that 166 graduating physicians have matched to residencies in Maine, New England, and beyond, with more than 50 … Continue reading UNE puts 166 new doctors into the world
For nearly 50 years, Biddeford's most iconic 'bootstrap developer" has demonstrated a deep love for the city. By RANDY SEAVER | Editor When looking back over the last 50 years of Biddeford’s history, there is no question that Doug Sanford played an extraordinarily pivotal and significant role in resurrecting a community that was brimming with … Continue reading Doug Sanford | A preacher’s son, developer
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