Mayor Alan Casavant will appoint a successor to fill the remaining months of her two-year term. The appointed councilor will serve until the new council takes their oaths of office in early December, following the Nov. 7 election.
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Wreaths Out day is Jan. 17
Wreaths Across America announces that all the Biddeford cemeteries will participate in the “Wreaths Out” day at all the Biddeford cemeteries on Tuesday, Jan. 17. As part of the Wreaths Across America (WAA) and to prevent the wreaths from deteriorating to the point of being disrespectful to the veterans buried there, the public is invited […]
S&B Financial Services welcomes Sandy Bailey
SACO — Sandy Bailey has joined S&B Financial Services as a senior financial advisor, certified financial planner (CFP), chartered retirement planning counselor (CRPC) and an accredited domestic partnership advisor (ADPA). Bailey began her investment career in 1995 when she earned her insurance license. She holds her Series 6, 63, and 7 securities registration, which allows […]
Traffic sting yields dozens of hands-free law violations – and one for Zoom meeting
The Biddeford Police Department conducted the special enforcement on four occasions over over the last month. Chief Roger Beaupre said they will continue, from time to time.
Virtual wellness classes for improved balance offered by Southern Maine Agency on Aging
BIDDEFORD — Between January and March, certified volunteer instructors with the Agewell program* of Southern Maine Agency on Aging will lead multiple sessions of wellness classes. The classes are designed for adults 60 and over with the goal to improve their overall health and wellness, especially their balance and decrease chances of falling. Current data […]
Former House Speaker Fecteau to advise Gov. Mills on housing, workforce initiatives
As a senior adviser, Fecteau will help develop policy solutions for housing development and land use, as well as workforce, innovation and economic opportunities.
Biddeford wants residents to weigh in on comprehensive plan draft
BIDDEFORD — The Biddeford Planning Department wants people to weigh in on draft chapters of the upcoming Comprehensive Plan. By visiting https://our.biddefordmaine.org/en/projects/comp-plan1, people can access draft chapters of the plan, land use maps, and a presentation from the Planning Department. The presentation provides background information on each chapter and a status update on the Comprehensive […]
Chipotle to open in Saco this winter
Across the river in Biddeford, Otto is planning to open at 404 Elm St.
Police chief search update: Candidates selected for interviews
The Biddeford Police Department is looking for a new chief to lead the department for the first time in 42 years.
New court-appointed attorney for Biddeford murder suspect
The next hearing – a status update – in the case of Randal Hennessey, who is charged with killing Douglas Michaud Jr. in September 2021, is set for March.