New partnerships, expanding technology will help the Gazette stay connected to you I don’t believe this could have been a better week for the Biddeford Gazette. I am especially excited about several new partnerships that will allow us to give you more news and information about your community. Earlier this week, I was invited to … Continue reading NEWSLETTER: ‘Looking for a place to happen’
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UNE considers gas line extension project
From staff reports Representatives from the University of New England say they are now in “early conversations” with Biddeford city officials about the possibility of extending a natural gas line from the city’s downtown area, along the Rte. 9 corridor, to the school’s Biddeford campus. A UNE spokesperson said the potential infrastructure project could bring … Continue reading UNE considers gas line extension project
New UNE oversight committee begins work
By RANDY SEAVER, Editor The first meeting of Biddeford’s revived Institutional Zone Review (IZR) Committee was held Thursday evening, giving members a chance to introduce themselves and to complete several organizational and administrative tasks, including scheduling their first public hearing. The committee was launched earlier this year, at the direction of Biddeford Mayor Liam LaFountain … Continue reading New UNE oversight committee begins work
Counties urge lawmakers to use state funding — not county funds — to subsidize shelters
By TAMMY WELLS, York County government media York County Commissioners understand the need to support the unhoused through shelter subsidies and are urging legislators to seek ways to support them within the state’s coffers, not the counties’ far slimmer purse. In testimony to the Legislature’s Housing and Economic Development Committee at a public hearing Feb. … Continue reading Counties urge lawmakers to use state funding — not county funds — to subsidize shelters
‘You can spread the blame like peanut butter’
City Councilor Marc Lessard falls on his own sword by saying he is partly responsible for some of the city's ongoing financial problems By RANDY SEAVER, Editor Tuesday’s meeting of the Biddeford City Council’s Finance Committee made one fact abundantly clear. The city is still struggling to clean up the damage done over the last … Continue reading ‘You can spread the blame like peanut butter’
Council splits on supporting state bill for emergency shelters
By RANDY SEAVER, Editor Despite some misinformation floating about on social media, the Biddeford City Council did not vote Tuesday against funding for emergency shelters to assist unhoused residents. Instead, the council took up a resolution introduced by Mayor Liam LaFountain to express support for a bill now being considered by the Maine Legislature. The … Continue reading Council splits on supporting state bill for emergency shelters
Biddeford’s skatepark: ‘It’s a matter of trust’
By RANDY SEAVER, Editor During Tuesday’s city council meeting, several residents used the words “community engagement,” during a public hearing about how the city should prioritize funding of its neglected recreational assets. Several of those who testified before the council pointed to the principles and importance of community engagement, arguing that the council should prioritize … Continue reading Biddeford’s skatepark: ‘It’s a matter of trust’
City Theater presents: The Secret Garden
Contributed Story City Theater’s Spring production is the magical Tony Award-winning musical The Secret Garden, which will run from March 13 to March 29. The book and lyrics are by Marsha Norman and music is by Lucy Simon. Charlotte Van Ledtje as Mary and Nathaniel Cummons as Colin in City Theater's magical production of The … Continue reading City Theater presents: The Secret Garden
Angers considers run for county commission
A longtime fixture at City Hall, Roch Angers tells the Gazette he wants to follow in Richard Dutremble's footsteps at the county level By RANDY SEAVER, Editor Roch Angers – a longtime former Biddeford city councilor and a current planning board member – told the Gazette Sunday that he is seriously considering a run for … Continue reading Angers considers run for county commission
Ingwersen kicks off campaign in Biddeford
By RANDY SEAVER, Editor A small group -- including some other legislators -- gathered Sunday at Pizza By Alex in Biddeford to help State Sen. Henry Ingwersen (D-Arundel) launch his campaign for a third consecutive term in the Maine State Senate. RELATED: State Senate race heats up in Biddeford State Sen. Henry Ingwersen (right) shares … Continue reading Ingwersen kicks off campaign in Biddeford
State senate race heats up in Biddeford
By RANDY SEAVER, Editor This year’s District 32 State Senate race could become a crowded affair. So far, three candidates have announced their intentions to seek the senate seat that represents Biddeford, Arundel, Dayton, Lyman and Hollis in the Maine Legislature. The Gazette learned this week that there is a possibility more candidates may be … Continue reading State senate race heats up in Biddeford
Black Balloon event coming to Biddeford
By RANDY SEAVER, Editor Ryan Paige of Biddeford sits behind a desk in his Main Street office and carefully considers his words while talking about the upcoming “Black Balloon Day” event that will be held on Saturday, March 7. Black Balloon Day is an annual event to remember people who have been lost to drug … Continue reading Black Balloon event coming to Biddeford
NEWSLETTER: Can’t touch this
Wow! What a week it’s been. Let’s get right to it. Things have been pretty much non-stop here at the Gazette since the beginning of February. We set some new records, broke some big stories and had some fun along the way. More about all that in just a moment. Our promise to you: A … Continue reading NEWSLETTER: Can’t touch this
Councilor Lessard considering run for state house
By RANDY SEAVER, Editor Biddeford City Councilor Marc Lessard confirmed Friday that he is considering a challenge against incumbent State Rep. Marc Malon to represent District 133 in the Maine House of Representatives. District 133 includes the central and western area of the city. The upcoming election will be held in November. If he does … Continue reading Councilor Lessard considering run for state house
City councilors plan ward meetings for residents
Revising a concept that received mixed results from the public two years ago, Biddeford city councilors who specifically represent one of the city's seven voting wards plan to host small, personal ward meetings to get resident feedback regarding various city issues. See below for details regarding dates and locations about the upcoming meetings. According to … Continue reading City councilors plan ward meetings for residents
Biddeford firefighters fight small fire at fire department
A few Biddeford firefighters recently found themselves fighting a small fire on the second floor of the city's Central Station on Alfred Street.
Biddeford man in jail, refused arrest
Update from the Biddeford Police Department: Wayne Roberts, 54, of Biddeford, was arrested by the Biddeford Police Department after officers were called to a Hill Street residence on Sunday, February 1, 2026. According to a press release, the Biddeford Regional Communications Center received a phone call reporting that there was a physical altercation going on … Continue reading Biddeford man in jail, refused arrest
OPINION | Speaker Fecteau: ICE activities in Maine do not match our state’s values
I was dismayed by the surge of ICE agents in our state under the grotesque title of ‘Operation Catch of the Day’. These agents were shirking good policing standards in favor of warrantless, indiscriminate, and quota-driven detentions.
Ortiz hopes to be a county commissioner
The former Biddeford city councilor said she is excited about the prospect of returning to public service By RANDY SEAVER, Editor Doris Ortiz had to give up her at-large seat on the Biddeford City Council last year when she and her partner decided to buy a home in the adjacent town of Arundel. During an interview … Continue reading Ortiz hopes to be a county commissioner
BHS art students earn statewide recognition
By KAREN GARNETT, Contributing Writer Two Biddeford High School students are being recognized for their award-winning artwork in the prestigious Scholastic Art and Writing Awards at the Maine College of Art & Design in Portland next month. Junior Brynn Wilkinson earned a Silver Key Award for her "Drawn by Light", an 8-by-10 acrylic still-life painting, and Sophomore … Continue reading BHS art students earn statewide recognition
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