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NEWS | Nightmare on Elm Street, Part II?
Unlike last year’s extensive sewer upgrade project that snarled traffic throughout the downtown area, construction activity for this ‘upgrade and safety’ project will take place during evening hours in order to minimize impacts to motorists, residents and business owners.
NEWS | Despite rumors, Biddeford’s election results are secured
The confusion was created when a portable drive containing local results was inadvertently swapped with a portable drive containing the city’s state primary results.
NEWS | City will pay interim manager $115 per hour and not require residency
The city of Biddeford will pay its incoming interim city manager a rate of $115 per hour and will not require him to live within the city limits.
In-Depth | A battle of wills plays out as the UNE pier controversy continues
This is the third installment in a multi-part series of articles that examines the ongoing saga of issues connected to the University of New England’s controversial research pier project
NEWS | Downtown ‘Art Walk’ returns on Friday
The free, self-guided event takes place on the third Friday of each month through October, with new openings, local art and community programming this year.
FEATURE | A bird’s-eye view of Biddeford’s history
A recent tour gave residents and others a unique opportunity to learn more about Biddeford's historic City Hall and its refurbished clocktower
SPORTS | Local gymnast recruited by UNH
Hannah Kenniston, a level 10 gymnast and student at Thornton Academy, was recognized for her commitment to the University of New Hampshire's NCAA Division I Women's Gymnastics program during a signing ceremony on Tuesday at Dudziak’s Gymnastics in Biddeford.
NEWSLETTER | Growing up with you
It looks like summer is finally here, and there is a lot of news happening in Biddeford -- even as many of us try to slow down and take advantage of the beautiful weather.
LETTER | Ignoring harbormaster input does not serve Biddeford’s interest
"A report from UNE pier engineers to city of Biddeford clearly shows UNE’s intent to ignore our local harbormaster’s input on pier location. It does so by showing that all other pier permits will be secured before a permit from Biddeford itself.
COMMUNITY | Heart of Biddeford announces 15th anniversary of ‘Music in the Park’ series
Celebrating Music in the Park’s 15th anniversary, Heart of Biddeford invites residents and visitors to enjoy downtown Biddeford with a free, family-friendly concert series held in Mechanics Park.
COMMUNITY | Special Biddeford events highlight nation’s 250th
The Biddeford Cultural and Heritage Center (BCHC) invites the public to two special programs this June highlighting the diverse traditions and stories of Biddeford’s history.
SPORTS | Lady Tigers take down Massabessic, face Cheverus today
The Biddeford Lady Tigers softball defeated the Massabesic Mustangs 14-7 on Tuesday at Doran Field, thanks in part to eight runs in the fifth inning.
NEWS | Biddeford school budget gets big support; Platner dominates senate race in Biddeford
Biddeford’s June 9 election results showed overwhelming support for the Biddeford School Department’s budget and Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner.
Records will likely be broken in Biddeford’s June 9 primary
Candidates and several other observers said Tuesday’s voter turnout numbers will likely break municipal records for June elections, which includes a decision regarding this year’s school budget.
NEWS | Student athletes recognized during BHS awards ceremony
Excitement was in the air Monday evening inside Biddeford High School’s Steve White Gymnasium -- as more than 100 students, their parents, families and friends celebrated the school’s 2026 Athletic Awards Ceremony.
NEWS | Biddeford’s county tax obligation increases
Under a recently approved budget plan, the city of Biddeford will see an increase of $285,343 for a total of $2.1 million in county tax obligations.
Heavy clouds linger over La Kermesse festival
Clouds of an uncertain future are lingering over the once wildly popular Franco-American festival, raising questions about the future viability of the four-day cultural celebration.
STATE | Alliances and feuds shape final stretch of crowded primary races for Maine governor
Ranked-choice voting strategies could decide which Democratic and Republican candidates win the June 9 primaries.
NEWS | June 9 voting details, information
Biddeford voters will be able to cast ballots in the June 9 municipal and state election in the Tiger Gymnasium at Biddeford High School from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
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