In a recent letter sent to the Biddeford City Council, a coastal resident asks city officials to remain vigilant in protecting and preserving public beach access.
OPINION | We must protect traditional public access to Biddeford’s beaches
NEWS | County government is saving taxpayer money and addressing growing demands
York County officials point to recent projects as examples of how a regionalized approach to problem solving saves taxpayer money and provides stronger and more comprehensive solutions
OBITUARIES | July 5, 2026
Local obituaries from the Biddeford-Saco area for the week of July 5, 2026.
OPINION | Why Biddeford’s leash laws matter
We all share a responsibility to protect our natural resources, including endangered species and critical habitats
IN-DEPTH | What should Biddeford expect from its next city manager?
A historical overview provides context as the city continues its search for a new manager, City leaders are hoping the public will play an active role in the selection process.
NEWS | Mayor sets his mark, outlines his vision
Although Biddeford is still struggling with several internal challenges, Mayor Liam LaFountain says the city is moving in the right direction, and he laid out some bold policy goals.
FEATURE | A long journey in search of a diagnosis
It took Lance Pelletier several years and multiple medical tests to discover what was taking over his life. Today, he wants to share his journey and offer help to others with the same condition.
NEWS | Camp Ellis: Let the healing begin
Federal, state and local officials celebrate the beginning of a $45 million mitigation project designed to address coastal erosion near the mouth of the Saco River.
NEWS | Biddeford bracing for intense heat
Biddeford officials are currently working to establish “cooling centers” where residents without air conditioning can seek relief from daytime high temperatures, according to Danica Lamontagne, the city’s director of communications.
COMMUNITY | City Theater seeks public input
The non-profit organization is asking the public to take a brief online survey and offering a chance for two free tickets to any upcoming show.
NEWS | Hall of Fame nominees now being sought
Once again, the Biddeford Cultural & Heritage Center is seeking nominations about who should be inducted this year into the Biddeford Hall of Fame.
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NEWS | Firefighters quickly control incident at Fiber Materials in Biddeford
The cause of a Sunday morning incident at Fiber Materials, Inc, in Biddeford’s Morin Street Industrial Park remains under investigation, according to Biddeford Fire Chief Lawrence Best.
NEWS| Council hopes to complete city’s future road map at Monday meeting
The Biddeford City Council is facing a looming state deadline to finally get its 2023 Comprehensive Plan approved by state officials
FEATURE | The Weight of Redemption
A Biddeford man turns his life around by pushing himself physically and mentally through rigorous weight-lifting training
OBITUARIES | June 28, 2026
Local obituaries for the week of June 28, 2026
NEWS | Art of Biddeford presents ‘Sensing the Coast’ exhibit
The free, interactive exhibition invites visitors to experience Maine's coast through sound, sight, taste, and touch
OPINION | Despite challenges, Biddeford is lucky
Here in Biddeford, we are surrounded by beauty that people travel hundreds—or even thousands—of miles to experience.
NEWS | Brian Clark is ready to roll, and ready to listen
Biddeford's new economic development director says the city is full of potential, and its future is wide open.
NEWS | City council chooses legal status quo
Despite contemplating the creation of an ‘in-house” legal department at City Hall, the Biddeford City Council voted unanimously on June 16 to retain Harry B. Center of the law firm Woodman, Edmands as city solicitor for another year.
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