The McArthur Library on Main Street has been serving every citizen of Biddeford --regardless of income -- for nearly 125 years. They deserve our full support. By RANDY SEAVER | Editor Many Biddeford residents – rightfully so – are very concerned about the city’s ongoing debate regarding next year’s municipal budget. Without even considering likely … Continue reading EDITORIAL | City should fully fund our library’s request
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Biddeford’s Odyssey of the Mind Teams Named World Finalists
[Contributed Story] By KAREN GARNETT | Biddeford School Department Among the 77 teams representing Divisions I, II, and III at the Maine Odyssey of the Mind (OM) State Finals Tournament on April 4, 2026, two of the four Biddeford teams placed in their divisions. Both the Biddeford Intermediate School (BIS) Performance Team and the Biddeford … Continue reading Biddeford’s Odyssey of the Mind Teams Named World Finalists
UNE nutrition students bring healthy-meal tips to Biddeford grocery shoppers
[Contributed Story] By DEIRDRE FLEMING STIRES | University of New England University of New England students majoring in nutrition hosted a “Cooking Matters” grocery store event for the Biddeford community at a local Hannaford supermarket on Friday, March 27. The students in UNE’s Nutrition program set up stations throughout the store where they taught curious … Continue reading UNE nutrition students bring healthy-meal tips to Biddeford grocery shoppers
De La Torre Recipient of MPA Principal’s Award for Biddeford High School
The standout student receives high praise from her teacher and other community members By KAREN GARNETT | Biddeford School Department Biddeford High School (BHS) Senior Katarina De La Torre has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Principal’s Award. The award, sponsored by the Maine Principals’ Association (MPA), is given annually to a senior … Continue reading De La Torre Recipient of MPA Principal’s Award for Biddeford High School
NEWS | City, school officials discuss and react to budget increase requests
Members of the Biddeford City Council and School Committee engaged in a sometimes-tense joint discussion about the proposed city and school budgets for FY'27 By RANDY SEAVER | Editor Members of the Biddeford City Council and the Biddeford School Committee participated Wednesday in a sometimes-tense joint discussion about their respective, proposed budgets. Discussion centered upon … Continue reading NEWS | City, school officials discuss and react to budget increase requests
COMMUNITY | Honoring the legacy of Don Wilson
Editor's Note | The Biddeford Gazette was proud to make a modest donation to this effort. We strongly encourage our readers to also consider supporting this community project and honor the memory of one of Biddeford's greatest citizens. By KAREN GARNETT | Biddeford School Department For generations of students, athletes, and families in Biddeford, Don … Continue reading COMMUNITY | Honoring the legacy of Don Wilson
OPINION | Biddeford budget: the unfortunate truth
City councilor explains the challenges and economic realities Biddeford is facing, asks for public input and guidance By BRAD COTE | Biddeford City Councilor Special to the Biddeford Gazette As I read the well-written piece by Emma Bouthillette, (Biddeford's looming budget; get involved) it got me thinking about the budget process and everything that goes … Continue reading OPINION | Biddeford budget: the unfortunate truth
NEWS | City eyes new economic development director
City manager nominates a candidate with extensive experience in development and growth at universities and colleges By DANICA LAMONTANGE | City of Biddeford Biddeford City Manager Truc Dever is asking the city council to support her nomination of Brian Clark as the city of Biddeford’s next economic development director. Clark is a senior leader and … Continue reading NEWS | City eyes new economic development director
NEWS | Powering Down Costs: Biddeford High School Embraces Solar Energy
The new solar panels will help the school department reduce energy costs and improve efficiency By KAREN GARNETT | Biddeford School Department The Biddeford School Department has taken a significant step toward a more sustainable and cost-efficient future with the installation of a rooftop solar energy system at Biddeford High School (BHS). The project reflects … Continue reading NEWS | Powering Down Costs: Biddeford High School Embraces Solar Energy
NEWS | Alfred Street sewer project begins in April
CONTRIBUTED STORY | City of Biddeford The city of Biddeford has contracted with Gorham Sand & Gravel to separate combined sewer lines on Alfred Street (between Summer Street and Porter Street), as well as Mt. Vernon Street, Birch Street, and Porter Street. The project is expected to begin on April 13 and will continue through … Continue reading NEWS | Alfred Street sewer project begins in April
OPINION | Why did the Gazette share a negative op-ed about Biddeford from the Maine Wire?
By RANDY SEAVER | Editor The Biddeford Gazette has been taking a little bit of heat and some pushback from several readers – including former and current Biddeford city officials –about our decision on Sunday to share a rather scathing op-ed about the city that was published in The Maine Wire, another digital-only publication. That … Continue reading OPINION | Why did the Gazette share a negative op-ed about Biddeford from the Maine Wire?
An Attitude of Gratitude | Don Creighton
By RANDY SEAVER | Editor Don Creighton has just four words for all the people who rallied around him earlier this year when an unexpected injury sidelined him from his job as a security guard at the McArthur Library in Biddeford. Thank. You. So. Much. We caught up with Creighton last week. He contacted us, … Continue reading An Attitude of Gratitude | Don Creighton
OPINION | Working toward fair school funding
According to current data, 64.3 percent of Biddeford students in our school district are economically disadvantaged. This is one of the highest poverty rates of any school district in Maine.
St. James School opens enrollment
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
Biddeford Mills Museum hosting historian Elizabeth DeWolfe for March 29 lecture about ‘Mill Girls’
[Contributed Story & Graphic] By CHLOE BOULLE | University of New England Historian and professor Dr. Elizabeth DeWolfe will join the Biddeford Mills Museum on March 29 for a Women's History Month lecture on the 1841 women-led strike of textile mill workers. The Biddeford Mills Museum is celebrating this year's Women’s History Month with a … Continue reading Biddeford Mills Museum hosting historian Elizabeth DeWolfe for March 29 lecture about ‘Mill Girls’
Mayor issues statement about court case
Biddeford Mayor Liam LaFountain issued a public statement to all southern Maine media outlets regarding a recent York County Superior Court decision to dismiss a lawsuit that was filed against the Saco River Corridor Commission (SRCC) in December 2025. RELATED | Court rules against the city of Biddeford Please find below the mayor's unedited statement: … Continue reading Mayor issues statement about court case
Editor’s Note | Ready for some fun?
By RANDY SEAVER | Editor Have you – or someone you know – ever wondered what it’s like to be a journalist in today’s rapidly changing media landscape? Ever thought you would like to write news or feature stories for your community newspaper? Or would you just like to take a deeper dive and participate … Continue reading Editor’s Note | Ready for some fun?
Doug Sanford | A preacher’s son, developer
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
Pendleton takes on new role
A well-known community leader and volunteer, Craig Pendleton has joined the Biddeford Gazette’s board of directors CRAIG PENDLETON BIDDEFORD | Biddeford Gazette, Inc. – the parent company of the Biddeford Gazette -- is pleased to announce that Craig Pendleton of Old Orchard Beach has formally joined the Gazette’s board of directors as the corporation’s treasurer. … Continue reading Pendleton takes on new role
OPINION | Why History Matters
By RANDY SEAVER | Editor One of the coolest things about doing something for more than 30 years is the memories you make along the way. As a political junkie – especially in regards to the city of Biddeford – it is extremely rewarding for me to have an archive of local political news that … Continue reading OPINION | Why History Matters
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