Thornton Academy marks 200 years on Saturday

The academy will host a full day of festivities, including winter activities, a community supper, a bonfire and fireworks.

Public art under consideration for Biddeford RiverWalk

Tonight’s presentation will focus on procuring and funding pieces to add to the cityscape.

Biddeford’s ready to tackle parking

BIDDEFORD — City officials will seek proposals soon for construction of an estimated $15 million parking garage to add as many as 1,000 parking spaces off Main Street.

City Manager John Bubier said the project would likely be funded by revenue from a tax increment financing district that sets aside a portion of the taxes collected from the Biddeford Crossing shopping center for improvements downtown.

“New parking is crucial” to draw businesses to Biddeford, Bubier said.

Saco delays decision on fate of old fire station

Mayor Ron Michaud says he hopes a decision is made soon so the city does not have to maintain the building next winter.

New year, old ways

Families enjoy performers and traditions as a Maine Chinese and American group welcomes the Year of the Rabbit.

Sunday road race postponed

The Mid Winter Classic 10 Mile race scheduled for Sunday has been postponed until later this month.

UNE professor receives Migraine Research Foundation grant

University of New England Assistant Professor Colin Willis receives a $50,000 grant for migraine research.

Old Orchard dispatch heading to Sanford

The town will sign a five-year pact with Sanford and save $135,000 a year, says the town manager.

OOB dispatch to consolidate with Sanford

The town will sign a five-year contract with Sanford for an estimated $135,000 savings annually.

Biddeford has eye on hosting annual Maine Bike Rally

City officials hope to secure the three-day event set for July 2012.