Sydney Richelieu

Staff Writer

Sydney is a community reporter for Biddeford, Saco, Old Orchard Beach, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel and previously reporter for the Courier and Post. Sydney grew up in Kennebunk and is a graduate of Emerson College. She can usually be found at a coffee shop, concert, or hiking trail when not reporting. Past journalism experience includes The York County Coast Star and The Berkeley Beacon.

Local & State

Biddeford is being called ‘Maine’s hottest city’ and here’s why

by Sydney Richelieu June 24, 2025June 24, 2025

Walkability, booming local business, and housing prices all contribute to the city’s reputation as the place to be.

Local & State

Biddeford helps those experiencing homelessness during extreme heat

by Sydney Richelieu June 24, 2025June 24, 2025

Throughout the city, cooling centers and meal programs stayed open later to provide relief.

Local & State

Newly elected Kennebunk-area school board members focus on the future

by Sydney Richelieu June 18, 2025June 18, 2025

All six new RSU 21 school board members ran unopposed in last week’s election.

Local & State

Thornton Academy seniors win Saco public art competition

by Sydney Richelieu June 17, 2025June 17, 2025

Lillian Page and Ella Wiggs will have works displayed on traffic signal cabinets in the city.

Local & State

Saco considers remodeling historic Pepperell Park

by Sydney Richelieu June 17, 2025June 17, 2025

The park currently houses Fairfield School, which will be out of use when two new elementary schools are completed.

Local & State

Kennebunk High School graduates urged to ‘stay grounded in being who you are’

by Sydney Richelieu June 11, 2025June 11, 2025

Kennebunk graduated 177 seniors on Sunday. The graduates stepped forward into the future with the message of leaving behind a legacy of character, not accolades.