The City of Saco made coronavirus antibody testing available to its first responders, public safety dispatchers, lifeguards, and direct mutual aid partners this week with a mobile unit visiting Central Fire Station from 7 to 10 a.m. on June 16 and 18. The direct mutual aid agencies joining Saco include Biddeford, Old Orchard Beach, and […]
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Biddeford parking enforcement back in effect as of Thursday, June 18
BIDDEFORD — All posted parking restrictions in Biddeford will be enforced as of Thursday, June 18, including both time-limited spaces and pay-to-park lots. The Biddeford Police Department has taken a hands-off approach to parking enforcement in the downtown area over the past several weeks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “As our downtown businesses begin to […]
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Massive improvement project at St. James School in Biddeford underway
BIDDEFORD — Thanks to the “Shepherds of Hope” capital campaign at Good Shepherd Parish, long-awaited improvement work is underway at St. James School, located on 25 Graham St. in Biddeford. “The entire school yard is being repaved and a new fence is being installed on the Birch Street side of the school,” said Nancy Naimey, […]
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UNE announces reorganization plan to enhance interdisciplinary learning
BIDDEFORD — The University of New England’s Board of Trustees has approved a plan for organizational changes within the university’s academic and student support units. The plan reflects the university’s commitment to interdisciplinary learning and seeks to break down the academic silos of the traditional departmental structure. In the College of Arts and Sciences, which […]
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Maine Water to start $1.5 million water main replacement project on North Street in Saco
New main will increase flow of water available to hydrants for public fire protection
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United Way of York County announces new president
Brian Petrovek has been hired as the new president and CEO of the United Way of York County. Petrovek most recently served as CEO/alternate governor for the Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corp. affiliate Stockton Heat in Stockton, California, and prior to that was CEO of the Adirondack Flames in Glen Falls, New York. Petrovek was […]
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UNE partners with Biddeford Manufacturer to supply health professions students with face shields
BIDDEFORD — The University of New England has made a purchase of 2,000 protective face shields from Biddeford-based Thermoformed Plastics of New England (TPNE) to be used by its dental, medical, and other health professions students as the University prepares to welcome them back to campus later this summer. The shields will serve as personal […]
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Biddeford Cultural and Heritage Center seeking nominations for 2020 Biddeford Hall of Fame
BIDDEFORD — The Biddeford Cultural and Heritage Center is seeking nominations for the 2020 annual Biddeford Hall of Fame, a BCHC program that recognizes and celebrates the citizens of Biddeford or non-residents who have contributed to the history, heritage and culture of the city or the world at large in a significant way. Winners will […]
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Birthday wishes
Happy 45th Birthday Jason Pitts from the Tracy’s.
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Biddeford awarded funds to address COVID-19 pandemic
Biddeford was one of three Maine cities to receive funds from the Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs. OJP has awarded $96,714 to the City of Biddeford, $219,535 to the City of Portland, and $38,979 to the City of Auburn to address the public safety challenges posed by the outbreak of COVID-19. OJP awarded […]