The two candidates who want to represent Biddeford's Dist. 133 seat in the Maine House of Representatives answered a wide range of questions from Biddeford-based reporters during a Sunday evening debate
Which of the two candidates running to represent Biddeford Dist. 133 in the Maine Legislature will you be voting for? Incumbent Democrat Marc Malon or unenrolled candidate Marc Lessard, a Biddeford City Councilor?
The "kitchen-table-style" debates between Marc Lessard and Marc Malon are being developed as part of a joint, collaborative partnership between two Biddeford-based news outlets
Five legislative hopefuls -- three Democrats and two political independents -- took the stage Thursday at Biddeford High School to answer a series of questions from a panel of local journalists.
The event is open to the public and will feature legislative candidates hoping to represent Biddeford in contested races for the Maine Legislature
Marc Malon, a two-term Democrat incumbent, is facing his first-campaign challenge from veteran Biddeford City Councilor Marc Lessard who says he can fill both roles simultaneously
Veteran Biddeford City Councilor Marc Lessard explains why he is hoping to replace incumbent Marc Malon in the Maine House of Representatives
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
Three weeks after the fatal shooting of a Biddeford resident by a federal agent, some members of the public are saying the city is not doing enough to support the community while others are saying it's time to clean up the protest sites
Dylan Doughty's resignation from the Biddeford City Council prompted another councilor to issue a public statement about how much he and his thoughtful approach to the job will be missed.
July 13 will perhaps be remembered as one of Biddeford's darkest days, but we also witnessed several moments of inspiration, community solidarity and some examples of true political leadership [Click here for more]
For more than three decades, Kitty taught English and became one of Biddeford’s most beloved teachers. Her former students include the city’s police chief, a former mayor, a city councilor and several local business owners
A deeper dive into Monday's news about the Biddeford City Manager's planned -- yet unexpected -- resignation.
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’
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
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’
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
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
By RANDY SEAVER, Editor The Biddeford City Council finally got the chance Tuesday to discuss a controversial parking plan that has raised questions and eyebrows about city spending procedures. One councilor described the project as a significant breach of city procedures, but another councilor described the $20,000 project as “small potatoes,” when compared to other issues … Continue reading Council debates controversial parking plan
Finance Committee takes a closer look at how a downtown parking plan was funded By RANDY SEAVER, Editor A controversial and temporary downtown parking program will be reviewed by the Biddeford City Council at its next meeting, Feb. 3. As first reported in the Biddeford Gazette earlier this week, Mayor Liam LaFountain and members of the city … Continue reading Lessard: ‘I am not so ready to hold hands and sing Kumbaya’
