Any law enforcement officer will attest that domestic disturbances are the most dangerous and disturbing calls to handle. Walking into a house where domestic discord is present and having to make an assessment in minutes about issues that have been broiling for years is difficult. Domestic violence has been pushed to the national forefront again: […]

We have been left speechless to describe our gratitude for the sweet support that our wonderful community showed for the Biddeford Ball on Aug. 23. It was an incredible evening thanks to so many amazing people working diligently and giving generously to make it happen. We would like to specifically thank Doug and Lauren Sanford […]

I am writing to encourage all of you to re-elect Sen. John L. Tuttle, candidate for Maine State Senate District 33. All the candidates tell us that they support growth in jobs, but many do not understand how or what is involved in the economy of Maine. Maine has a strong tradition of hunting, an […]

I would like to thank Rep. Justin Chenette for all the good work he has done for unions and the working class. He also works with the community and does good work up at the Statehouse. He’s young and a go-getter. Roger Gay, Saco

At a time when those in genuine need are being dismissed, there is one consistent advocate for the poor and the homeless who would be a welcome addition to the Maine State Legislature: Diane Denk, Democratic candidate for House District 9 (Kennebunkport and parts of Kennebunk and Biddeford). Diane and her husband, Roger Hansen, deliver […]

In last Sunday, Sept. 21 newspaper, columnist Marissa Heffernan expressed her views on the dying art of memorization. Let me just say how glad I am she brought that topic up. As a student, I often listen to students complain to the teacher how they don’t remember what we learned last class. Some of this […]

What had always been true was how different he was from the others. If he was brash or aggressive at times, he was always kind. There was never a hint of meanness or nastiness. Then, one day, his whole demeanor changed: He would come home from work and snap at his wife. He was rude […]

Is the U.S. at war with ISIS? Is its military action in the Middle East legal? The answers to those questions could affect the 2014 elections. The U.S. Constitution clearly states that Congress has the power to declare war, while the president is the commander in chief of the armed forces. It does not say […]

Earlier this week, Affordable Housing, the development arm of the Biddeford Housing Authority, announced that it has purchased the former St. Andre’s church building, convent and a nearby senior housing apartment complex. This is great news for Biddeford, and especially for the Bacon Street neighborhood, where the church is located. Not only will the convent […]