Emma Bouthillette -- a marketer, writer, yoga instructor, corgi mom and native of Biddeford -- has joined the Biddeford Gazette’s Community Advisory Council.
COMMUNITY | Emma Bouthillette joins Gazette team
City seeks public input on beach management plan
The City of Biddeford is asking the public to help create a beach management plan for Biddeford Pool beach at Gilbert Boucher Park. According to a press release sent to area media outlets, city officials are seeking public input to help identify community priorities related to Biddeford’s beaches, which will be used to inform the development of management strategies and a maintenance plan.
Business leaders and others enjoy ‘Beginning of Summer’ social event
After a seemingly long and especially cold winter, it would seem that lots of people are only more than happy to get a head start on the summer season by capitalizing on the pleasantries of late spring days. Such was the case Wednesday afternoon during the Biddeford+Saco Chamber of Commerce’s Beginning of Summer business social event, which was held this year at City Theater in Biddeford.
IN-DEPTH | UNE strikes back, files lawsuit against Biddeford
This is the second 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
Lessard officially enters state rep. race
Marc Lessard -- an outspoken and popular member of the Biddeford city Council -- says he looks forward to "a campaign of ideas" in the Dist. 133 House race
Former rivals join forces to benefit today’s students
Although they were once intense rivals, graduates from the former St. Louis High School in Biddeford found themselves today surrounded by representatives from Biddeford High School. The former Eagles and the Tigers were united on the front steps of Biddeford High School this morning to celebrate a substantial financial gift that underscores a community legacy of “Two Schools, One Community.”
NEWS | Mulligan’s closure signals the end of an era
A beloved and iconic Biddeford tavern will be forever closing its doors on Sunday, May 31. The news of Mulligan’s demise has left many residents scratching their heads, wondering what – if anything – will replace the friendly and relaxed, working-class pub that once featured $5 steaks and other affordable menu items.
COMMUNITY | Rain doesn’t dampen Biddeford-Saco Memorial Day activities
Despite a sometimes intense, soaking rain -- the annual Biddeford Saco Memorial Day Parade and Honor ceremony went off without a hitch. "It's not about entertainment. It's about respect."
FEATURE | BHS students leave a bright legacy that connects them to a diverse community
The students said they wanted to create a piece of art that could symbolize what it means to live in Biddeford, a city overflowing with cultural diversity and also struggling to retain its heritage.
NEWSLETTER | Call and Answer
Another dynamic week has provided us with several examples of how Biddeford is a city closely connected by a fabric of people who are always ready to step up and answer the call for service to their community.
OBITUARIES | May 24, 2026
This week's local obituaries. May 24, 2026
NEWS | Committee proposes $2.6 million county budget increase
Residents will have the final say on the proposed FY ’27 county budget at a public hearing set for 6 p.m. June 3 at the York County Government Building, 149 Jordan Springs Road in Alfred.
OPINION | We need more people digging in for Biddeford
It has become very easy online to criticize every decision being made, but I think many people do not fully understand the scope of the challenges this administration inherited.
SPORTS | BHS Tigers defeat Deering, 7-2
After a pair of tough losses, the Biddeford Varsity Tigers baseball team came back strong Thursday, ousting the Deering High School Rams 7-2 on Thursday at St Louis Field in Biddeford.
BUSINESS | May 22, 2026 Briefcase
Paquin & Carroll; Rousseau Insurance and Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution all welcomed new team members this month.
NEWS | City councilor steps up to help fire victims
Biddeford City Councilor Abigail Woods is taking on a project to help a local family that was displaced by an April 23 fire on Hazel Street.
COMMUNITY | Lessons in Honor; Biddeford students get an interactive lesson about Memorial Day
Just four days before the Memorial Day holiday, more than 40 fourth-graders from Biddeford Intermediate School received a valuable, interactive life lesson about service and about honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
NEWS | Middle School student leaders gather at UNE for 8th annual Leadership Summit
The Summit is part of an ongoing partnership between the University of New England Education Department and the Biddeford School Department.
LETTER | Biddeford is on the right track with UNE
"In the last decade certain processes have been sloppy. Our elected officials are now determined to clean it all up, not an easy task."
NEWS | 2025 York County report is now available
What is the median age in York County? What is the poverty rate? How about median household income? Almost everything you want to know about York County can be found in the 2025 annual report
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