there's no neutral option here. "Putting it up says something and taking it down says something too, and the kids it's meant for would hear the second one loud and clear."
LETTER | Superintendent responds to PRIDE flag concerns
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OPINION | Should PRIDE flag be in an elementary school classroom?
"Topics involving sexuality, sexual orientation, gender identity and related social issues are matters that I believe should be introduced and discussed by parents at home—not by teachers or through displays in an elementary school classroom."
NEWS | Biddeford braces for sharp sewer fee increase
City also discovers that many residents and businesses may have been overcharged for their sewer use fees over the last six years
LETTER | UNE missed the mark in their response
"If UNE believes John Schafer's August 30 letter contains “demonstrably false” statements, there is a remarkably simple solution: Identify each false statement. Quote it accurately. Produce the evidence contradicting it."
NEWS | Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center announces 2026 Hall of Fame inductees
A formal induction ceremony is scheduled Sept. 26 to honor the contributions and accomplishments of the inductees
NEWS | Mayor LaFountain nominates Jessica Muise to fill vacant Ward 4 city council seat
If confirmed by the city council on Tuesday, Muise will take over the seat that was vacated earlier this month by the resignation of Dylan Doughty
NEWS | Restorative Justice Project opens new Biddeford office
Representatives of the non-profit, community-based organization say Biddeford will be a perfect location for their ongoing growth and work in southern Maine
NEWS | UNE pier saga could be coming to an end
The Saco River Corridor Commission voted Wednesday to approve a time extension for the University of New England's controversial research pier project
NEWS | UNE now offers free admission for all home games
School officials say they want members of the public to feel welcome on campus
FEATURE | Historical county records will soon be available online
York County officials anticipate a spring or summer debut of a new service that will allow residents to view historical county records that are hundreds of years old thanks to AI technology
FEATURE | The Art of Self Defense
A Biddeford-based martial arts instructor explains the passion that motivate him to teach young people about how to improve their confidence
NEWS | Your questions wanted for Gazette’s election coverage
We're gearing up to once again provide comprehensive coverage of the candidates and issues that will be facing Biddeford voters on Nov. 3. Now, we want to know what questions you want us to ask the candidates
BUSINESS | Biddeford firm will receive science award
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.
LETTER | Being unhoused in Biddeford is not a crime
We the people need to help one another and bring back family values!
NEWS | City Theater will host Vacationland Film Festival
The third annual festival will run for three days and will include a wide variety of films that showcase Maine filmmakers and other films connected to the state
FEATURE | A big boost for a little girl on a mission
Six-year-old Madison Charland of Biddeford hoped to raise $1,000 by selling lemonade to fight childhood cancer. Thanks to a generous donation from a local business, Madison has exceeded her goal.
UPDATE | The Gazette will shut down . . . temporarily
Exciting changes are on deck after a short shutdown next week that will feature five days of vacation at Maine's largest lake
NEWS | Two stranded hikers rescued from Timber Island in Biddeford
Area rescue crews used an inflatable boat to retrieve the two hikers who said they became stranded after walking out to the island at low tide.
NEWS | Public hearing offered a heated exchange, and divided comments about UNE’s research pier proposal
Saco River Corridor Commissioners listened to more than 90 minutes of public testimony about a controversial research pier and how it might violate a 2001 ruling
NEWS | Mayor clarifies his role at upcoming Congressional hearing
Liam LaFountain said he is disappointed that an upcoming Congressional hearing in Biddeford will be a partisan affair
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