Increased numbers of sturgeon are appearing in the cold streams of Maine, the lakes of Michigan and Wisconsin, and the coffee-colored waters of Florida’s Suwannee River.
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North Carolina company buys Biddeford rope maker
The operations of Sterling Rope Co. – which manufactures ropes for technical climbing, search and rescue, and industrial safety – will not be affected by the sale, new owners say.
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Vegetables packaged at Biddeford plant are recalled because of Listeria concerns
The owner of the food-processing plant said the fresh vegetable products are sold under brands including Trader Joe’s and Green Giant Fresh.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Lifeguard shortage makes summer staffing a challenge on southern Maine beaches
The state and several towns have increased starting pay to try to recruit more lifeguards for public beaches.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Ticketing surge adds to confusion, anger in Biddeford parking debate
Business owners and residents continue to push back against new fees and rules.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State, News
Crowning the ‘Queen of Biddeford’ at Franco-American festival
On the second day of the annual celebration of the city’s cultural heritage, 92-year-old Yvonne Gallucci is named the Miss La Kermesse Mémère.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
A fish-crazed Mainer points us toward some of the best spots to land stripers
Our list of 12 go-to spots comes from Mike Giroux, who has chased the fish for almost a quarter-century – and caught plenty.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Supporting school nutrition is an investment in our future
Public policies and private initiatives are aimed at making it easier for students to get dependable meals.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Reps. Fecteau and Stewart: Now is the time to invest in Maine’s workforce
L.D. 859 would equip our 27 career and technical education schools to teach young people the hard skills they need.
Posted inLocal & State, News
DHHS opens temporary Biddeford office
The department closed its permanent office in Biddeford because of the condition of the building.