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"...the termination clause of the contract states the city may terminate employment without cause, however will require a 6 month salary lump sum payout." November 5, 2026, At tonight's City Council Meeting Biddeford City councilors voted Unanimously approving and officially hiring Laurie Smith as Biddeford's newest City Manager. Laurie Smith accepts her new contract as City Manager for the City of Biddeford Smith's contract goes into effect on December 29, 2026. Mayor Liam L

By Joshua Wolfe, Biddeford Buzz November 5, 2026, This morning, Biddeford Sustainability Commission members Patrick Conlon and Beverly (Bev) Thorpe, began planting native species of plants in the park located at the corner of Main and Elm in Biddeford in an effort to revitalize the space. Sustainability Commission members Patrick Conlon and Beverly Thorpe plant native species of plants at the park in the corner of Elm and Main in Biddeford, Maine When speaking with Bev about

By Joshua Wolfe, The Biddeford Buzz Hakuna Matata (HM) is the newest bar to open in Downtown Biddeford and received their Liquor License approval from Biddeford City Council just 3 months ago on August 18, 2026. Owned by Bernard Katende and technically located at 193 Main Street, the bar is housed in the former location of the old Adam’s Street Pub, with the entrance to the establishment located on Adams Street across from Biddeford City Hall. According to Disney’s major moti

By Karen Garnett, Biddeford School Department November 2, 2026, What was once a clothing closet tucked away in the gym at Biddeford High School (BHS) has been transformed into a welcoming, student-centered space where fashion meets sustainability and students help students. The new Tiger Hub, celebrating its grand opening Thursday, October 29, 2026, brings free clothing, school supplies, and food assistance together in one location, making essential resources more accessible

"...the termination clause of the contract states the city may terminate employment without cause, however will require a 6 month salary lump sum payout." October 29, 2026, According to the proposed contract from the City of Biddeford for the Hiring of the New City Manager Laurie Smith, if approved at the city council meeting scheduled for November, 5, 2026, Smith will receive: -215k/Year -24 Paid Vacation Days -Health Insurance -Life Insurance -$600/month Vehicle Allowance.

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

LETTER TO THE EDITOR By Jason Litalien Independent candidate, Maine State Senate District 32 • Biddeford, Dayton, Hollis, Lyman, and Arundel October 28, 2026, I am a Biddeford native, Biddeford High School graduate, U.S. Air Force Veteran, I earned my law degree at the University of Maine School of Law, and I work with my wife, Kristen, at Litalien Law, helping local families with the real issues that affect them every day. Our property taxes and cost of living keep rising an

By Danica Lamontagne, City of Biddeford October 27, 2026, Mayor Liam LaFountain and the Biddeford City Council are pleased to announce Laurie Smith as their choice for Biddeford’s next City Manager. The Council will vote to confirm a three-year agreement with Smith at their meeting on November 5, 2026. “I’m pleased to nominate Laurie Smith to serve as Biddeford’s next City Manager,” said Mayor LaFountain. “Her extensive municipal experience, financial acumen, and management

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

By RANDY SEAVER & JOSHUA WOLFE Biddeford Gazette / Biddeford Buzz Full HD Debate Below👇 The two men hoping to represent Biddeford’s District 133 in the Maine House of Representatives answered a series of questions from local journalists during a sometimes-heated debate on Sunday. Incumbent Democrat Marc Malon is being challenged for a third consecutive term by veteran city councilor Marc Lessard who is making his first bid for statewide office as an unenrolled candidate. (L-

October 19, 2026 Dear Biddeford Buzz, As coastal Mainers, we have seen firsthand the devastating power that storms can have on our shores, from severe erosion along Saco’s beaches to flood damage across Old Orchard Beach. Protecting our coastline is not an abstract policy debate; it is an urgent necessity for our homes, businesses, and working waterfronts. Gubernatorial Candidate Hannah Pingree and Saco resident Eduard Chenette That’s why, with my background in environmental

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

October 6, 2026, According to Old Orchard Beach Police Department, On October 4th, 2026, Kenneth Pirkola 33yrs of age of Shapleigh Maine was arrested by Old Orchard Beach Police Department and charged with five counts of Gross Sexual Assault Title 17-A-253.2.F Class C, five counts of Sexual Abuse of a Minor Title 17-A-254.1.A2 Class C , one count of Criminal Restraint Title 17-A-302.1.A.3 Class D, and one count of Tampering With a Witness Title 17-A-454.1.A2 Class C. Kenneth

October 6, 2026, At tonight's City Council meeting, councilors voted unanimously in facor of accepting the proposed language for Biddeford’s new "ICE Ordinance". In very simple form, the ordinance essentially expresses sentiments limiting city leadership and departments from working directly with Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agents and was created by utilizing exsisting ordinances in Lewiston and Portland. This vote comes two and a half months since the ICE shooting de

"Needles... are on the ground for little kids to find" October 6, 2026, At tonight's City Council meeting, Holly Culloton, Director of Biddeford Community Gardens, addressed Mayor LaFountain and city councilors pertaining to her concerns with opioid addiction, and needles being left in community garden beds that kids frequent. For your convenience, we have included Holly's remarks: ---Biddeford's trusted news source; SHORT ● SIMPLE ● TO THE POINT 🗣 Local news For YOU, By YOU

By Marc Malon, Candidate for Re-election District 133 October 6, 2026, The opioid and homelessness crises both have complicated histories rooted in decisions made generations ago. Resolving them is equally complicated and requires leaders who are willing to learn every detail, put the time in to craft a nuanced solution, and then use their experience and savvy to get things done. From 2011 through 2018, the LePage administration demonstrated a callous disregard of people suff

"She might have been our Senator in the past, but she is not our Senator anymore." October 5, 2026, This morning, individuals from the Maine People's Alliance (MPA) met in front of the Biddeford office of U.S. Senator Susan Collins to begin what MAP is describing as a "Cost of Collins March". A post from the organization earlier today reads, "The Cost of Collins march has begun! We’ll be marching about 16 miles each day this week, going from Biddeford to Augusta, and stopping