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The Wrap: Coletti’s in Biddeford makes Yelp’s list of 100 best pizzerias

by Tim Cebula February 1, 2023January 31, 2023

Also, Kennebunk’s Auntie’s House brings its Whoopie Balls to Portland; Readable Feast New England awards Maine writers; fire damages Apres, and more.

Biddeford City Council hears affordable housing report

by Tammy Wells January 31, 2023

A housing trust fund, inclusionary zoning, and adding or preserving 900 affordable units by 2028 are among several recommendations included in the report.

Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies

Library Links: The Prince Project with Vana Carmona

by Melanie Taylor Coombs Adult Services Supervisor / Librarian, McArthur Public Library January 31, 2023

Have you ever had a moment in your life where your perception of truth dissolved? My moment came when a professor studying indigenous people in Maine visited the public library where I was working. The library had a significant native artifact on display, the professor and I chatted casually as we looked at the handiwork […]

Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies

Obituary: Noella Joncas

January 31, 2023

BIDDEFORD — Noella Joncas, 101, passed away on January 26, 2023 at St. Andre Health Care in Biddeford. Noella was born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, and she was educated in Sanford schools. She was the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Samson) Laitres. Noella was a member of St. Joseph Church and married John P. Joncas on […]

Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies

WinterFest in Biddeford postponed to Feb. 10-12

by Tammy Wells January 31, 2023

The change was prompted by forecasted cold weather and wind chills. Two events at City Theater scheduled for Feb. 3 and 4 will take place.

Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies

Schlaver appointed to Ward 5 Biddeford City Council seat

by Tammy Wells January 27, 2023January 31, 2023

“You can see and feel a vibrancy here and I truly believe that the city on the whole is heading in a positive direction,” said Schlaver. “I’m looking forward to continuing the progress and living and working in such a wonderful place.”