By Karen Garnett, Saco School Department October 28, 2026, Recognized for her exceptional leadership, commitment to student achievement, and dedication to strengthening public education, Saco School Department Assistant Superintendent Meg Parkhurst has been named Maine’s 2027 Assistant Superintendent of the Year by the Maine School Superintendents Association (MSSA). MSSA announced the prestigious statewide honor during its Annual Meeting on October 28, 2026. Photo Caption: A

Submitted by Biddeford Housing Authority October 27, 2026, Eric Burmeister, an experienced housing and community development professional with decades of experience in real estate development, finance, and affordable housing, has been appointed as a Commissioner to the Biddeford Housing Authority (BHA) Board and as a Director to the Southern Maine Affordable Housing (SMAH) Board. L-R Emhiser and Burmeister In addition, William Emhiser will also serve in both roles, bringing a

Annual event honors outstanding service while supporting student needs and classroom learning By Karen Garnett, Biddeford School Department October 22, 2026, The Biddeford Education Foundation (BEF) raised $13,500 at its Ninth Annual Pillars of Pride Dinner and Silent Auction. The funds will help the Foundation assist students and families facing hardship and provide teachers with resources for creative classroom projects without using taxpayer dollars. The event, held on Oct

Submitted by City of Biddeford and University of New England October 8, 2026, The City of Biddeford and the University of New England have announced an important milestone in a collaborative effort to advance key projects that support education, research, economic vitality, and the long-term interests of the Biddeford community. On October 6, the Biddeford City Council voted to lift the moratorium affecting the University's proposed research pier and Decary Hall renovation pr

"People are not going to leave this area no matter how uncomfortable we make it for folks" - Remarks shared this evening by Jake Hammer, Biddeford General Assistance Administrator October 6th, 2026, At tonight's City Council meeting, Biddeford’s General Assistance Administrator Jake Hammer, provided Mayor LaFountain, city staff, and meeting attendees with an update pertaining to the "impacts of homelessness" in the City of Biddeford. For your convenience, we have attached the