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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

From the Office of Senator Henry Ingwersen "These funds will help them offer 55 new beds to those needing protection from the winter weather this year." September 30, 2026, Sen. Henry Ingwersen, D-Arundel, is pleased to announce that MaineHousing has awarded $303,790 to Seeds of Hope in Biddeford. These funds will help them offer 55 new beds to those needing protection from the winter weather this year. Statewide, MaineHousing awarded $2.72 million in funding across 12 organi

By Jason Litalien Independent candidate, Maine State Senate District 32 • Biddeford, Dayton, Hollis, Lyman, and Arundel September 29, 2026, I grew up in Biddeford. I graduated from Biddeford High School, served 13 years in the Air Force, earned a law degree at the University of Maine School of Law, and built a small law practice here. My wife, Kristen, raised two children before we met, one is female and she worked hard to earn her spot on the various athletic teams she pla

~Featured Monthly Column~ By Senator Henry Ingwersen, District 32 "Although the Big Beautiful Bill has weakened – or destroyed – some of the critical social safety net programs that help Mainers address hunger, healthcare and human rights, there are still resources available in the state." September 26, 20206, Over the past year, the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ has left Mainers hungrier, sicker – and less free. From hunger and healthcare to human rights, the Trump Administration con

By Jason Litalien, Independent candidate, Maine State Senate District 32 (Biddeford, Dayton, Hollis, Lyman, and Arundel) September 22, 2026, I grew up in Biddeford. I graduated from Biddeford High School, served 13 years in the Air Force, earned a law degree at the University of Maine School of Law, and built a small practice here. My wife, Kristen, and I live just miles from where I grew up. I am running as an Independent for Senate District 32 because this district is payin

"There are proven, accountable ways to end this nationwide addiction pandemic, slamming states like Maine. They require governor-level leadership. If we get that, we can fix it." By Bobby Charles, Maine 2026 Republican Gubernatorial Candidate September 15, 2026, There are proven, accountable ways to end this nationwide addiction pandemic, slamming states like Maine. They require governor-level leadership. If we get that, we can fix it. Addiction is a national pandemic, hitt

This message was shared with us by the office of Senator Henry Ingwersen: Sen. Ingwersen celebrates Community Action Grants awarded to municipalities and service providers for projects in Biddeford, Dayton, Hollis and Lyman The funds awarded will support storm recovery and resilience projects to protect Maine people, businesses and infrastructure. September 14, 2026, Sen. Henry Ingwersen, D-Arundel, is pleased to announce that municipalities and service providers across Senat

"...the police department has expended roughly $35,000 in overtime funds, just in the matter of a month... As we continue to wait for the final results of what the AG is going to do, irrespective of anything else we should be made whole... because we didn't cause this event." August 25, 2026, A unique moment played out this past tuesday at the Biddeford City Council Meeting. During Biddeford City Council President Roger Beaupre's closing remarks of the meeting, while discussi

~Letter to the Buzz~ By Melissa Adams August 9, 2026 Dear Biddeford Buzz, In Biddeford, our economy is built by small businesses, local restaurants, neighborhood shops, and hardworking families. They are already feeling the pressure of rising costs, which is why energy affordability isn't an abstract policy debate—it's something that affects daily life. As a small business owner and former law enforcement officer, I've seen how important reliable, affordable energy is to our

By Jason G Litalien, Esq, Contributing Writer, Independent Candidate Maine Senate 32 July 30, 2026, Four new laws took effect yesterday, all aimed at helping Mainers with food costs, child care, and mental health. They're well-intentioned. They also all cost money — and that money comes from the same place: your taxes. Here's a plain-English rundown of what each one does, what it costs, and who actually benefits. Then we'll look at a different funding model — one that's gaini

~Featured Monthly Column~ By Senator Henry Ingwersen, District 32 "My heart goes out to Johan's family and to the beautiful, diverse and welcoming Biddeford community I am so proud to serve. Together, with love and action, we can rise above the violence and move toward a more just and peaceful future for everyone." July 30, 2026, There's a weight on me as I try to go about my life here at home today, harvesting honey, making our new dog Birdie feel at home and now writing thi

"Maine people, and all who call this country home, deserve clarity and accountability from DHS and from you, Mr. Secretary." - Maine Speaker of the House, Ryan Fecteau July 29, 2026, Earlier this morning, Speaker Ryan Fecteau, 65 State Representatives, and 16 State Senators, sent a letter to DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin regarding the fatal shooting of Johan Sebastian Durán Guerrero by ICE officers in Biddeford on July 13. The letter reads as follows: "Dear Secretary Mullin

"From boosting housing construction to investing in Maine’s workforce, I’m so excited to see the hard work from this year in action." - Senator Henry Ingwersen July 29, 2026, Acoording to the office of Senator Henry Ingwersen, "This year, Sen. Ingwersen returned to Augusta to lower everyday costs, protect Maine’s future and defend Mainers’ fundamental rights and freedoms." Today, new laws (included below) introduced by Sen. Henry Ingwersen (D-Biddeford) during the 132nd Legis

"We urge an immediate policy change regarding agency branding. To help ensure clear accountability and avoid misleading the public, ICE personnel engaged in interior enforcement must immediately cease wearing tactical gear, vests, or uniforms labeled with the generic term "POLICE" or "POLICE ICE." July 20, 2026, Following 2 deadly ice involved shootings this past week, in a letter sent today to Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin, 39 Senators called for immediate

July 9, 2026, Earlier today, Representative Katrina Smith "formally requested an independent review by the Maine Ethics Commission regarding Speaker Ryan Fecteau’s upcoming employment as Executive Director of the Biddeford Housing Authority." Representative Smith added, "Speaker of the House holds tremendous power over legislation and public policy. When outside employment directly intersects with decisions made in Augusta, transparency matters. This is not about prejudging t

By Joshua Wolfe, Biddeford Buzz, Contributing Writer “In addition to offering residential living space, the facility will include activity rooms, sensory spaces, a nurse's station, and a basketball court. “ June 26, 2026, Yesterday, Sweetser hosted a groundbreaking ceremony in Saco to officially mark the start of construction on Maine’s very first Youth Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) - a facility that according to several elected officials and local busines

~Featured Monthly Column~ By Senator Henry Ingwersen, District 32 June 25, 2026, Last week, I was happy to see that the people of Arundel voted overwhelmingly in support of a new ordinance that protects residents of mobile home communities like Shady Oaks from steep rent increases. As many are aware, out-of-state corporations have been buying up mobile home parks and raising the rents beyond what folks – mostly seniors or single or young people – can reasonably afford. This n

By Tammy Wells, York County Government Media, Contributing Writer June 8, 2026, Following a June 3 public hearing that drew little comment, the York County Budget Committee unanimously voted to transmit the $31.2 million budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1 to York County Commissioners, thus approving the spending plan. While the overall budget is up by slightly more than 9 percent, the fiscal impact to York County’s 29 municipalities is about $27.1 million, up by a

May 29, 2026, Today, exactly two months from the day he hosted a townhall event at the JR Martin Community Center in Biddeford, Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Dr. Nirav Shah, released his list of executive orders that if elected, he "will sign on day one as governor". Some readers may recall a similar piece we published back on February 20, 2026 sharing Shah's plan to "Safeguard Maine From Trump". When announcing the list of orders Shah stated, "Mainers are looking for le