"I’m not going to have it removed. That’s my call, not the teacher’s." - Jeremy Ray, Superintendent, Biddeford and Saco Schools September 2, 2026, Earlier today a letter was shared to social media by a parent of a student attending school in Biddeford. The letter was sent to Superintendent Jeremy Ray and was outlining the parents concerns about a pride flag that was currently displayed in a elementary classroom in a Biddeford school. Ray's response to the parent is included b

By Heart of Biddeford "This year’s festival will feature an expanded lineup of live and roaming musicians, accordion players, pop-up performances and participatory music and dance, including the chance to learn some steps and join in barn dancing right on Lincoln Street." September 2, 2026, Heart of Biddeford’s Oktoberfest returns to Lincoln Street on Saturday, Sept. 26, from noon - 6 p.m., bringing back local beer, bratwurst, stein hoisting and other favorites -- while addin

MaineHousing Awards More Than $2 Million To Help Prevent Student Homelessness In Maine Schools August 31, 2026, In a report released on August 10, 2026 by MaineHousing, the organization announced it was awarding more than $2 million to seven Maine school districts through the Student Homelessness Prevention Program (SHPP) with 240k of the funds awarded to the Biddeford School Department. The SHPP supports local efforts expected to serve nearly 1,300 students and their familie

By Diane Cyr, President, Biddeford Cultural Heritage Center August 28, 2026, The Biddeford Cultural and Heritage Center (BCHC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the Ninth Annual Biddeford Hall of Fame Awards for 2026, recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to the city and beyond. The induction ceremony will be held at noon on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in the Biddeford High School Little Theater on Maplewood Avenue in Biddeford. The ceremony

By Danica Lamontagne, City of Biddeford August 28, 2026, Mayor Liam LaFountain has nominated Jessica Muise as the City of Biddeford’s next City Councilor for Ward 4. Muise would fill the seat made vacant by former Councilor Dylan Doughty for the remainder of the current term, which expires in December 2027. Her appointment is subject to confirmation by the City Council on Tuesday, September 1. “I am honored to be nominated to serve Ward 4 on the City Council,” Muise said. “I