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February 26, 2026, The City of Biddeford property tax bills for the second half of Fiscal Year 2026 are now available online using Invoice Cloud and have been mailed to residents. Payments will be due on April 1, 2026. According to city officials, The most efficient way to pay your tax bill is to pay by EFT (e-check) through Invoice Cloud, our online bill payment service. There is a $0.60 service fee for payment processing, which is charged by the vendor. Access this option b

Offering hope: ‘What they’ve done is not who they are’ By Tammy Wells, York County Government media February 25, 2026, On a recent Saturday as the Mass at York County Jail neared its end, those eligible for Holy Communion moved to partake. Others were asked by Bishop Robert Deeley if they would like a blessing, and several residents stepped forward with their arms crossed on their chests, as instructed. He smiled at each one as he made the sign of the cross. It was a special

The event, part of UNE’s enhanced workforce-ready initiatives, left many students with newfound confidence in breaking the ice By Deirdre Fleming Stires, Contributing Writer UNE February 25, 2026, In a crowded communal area in the University of New England’s Ripich Commons on the evening of Feb. 18, the University's first Career Connections Mixer got off to a rousing start. And the impromptu conversations between employers, alumni, local civic leaders, entrepreneurs, faculty,

Contributed Story "The program encourages municipalities, regional associations, and businesses operating in Maine to submit proposals that contribute to sustainable waste management strategies." February 25, 2026, The Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is excited to announce the first round of grant submissions aimed at developing, implementing, or enhancing innovative projects, programs, and activities designed to increase the diversion of solid waste from d

“The community center, long neglected with a band-aid approach, is the true Jewel of Biddeford.. I think it's time to really give this building the TLC it deserves…” February 22, 2026, Below is an op-ed that we received from Biddeford resident Diane Cyr pertaining to the discussion of which projects city leaders should prioritize when allocating the recreational bond funds approved by voters in the November 2025 election. REMINDER - In addition to submitting op-eds, residents

“Donald Trump is a threat to our country, our state, our democracy, and our values…. I’ve stood up to Trump to protect our state before, and I’m ready to do so again.” - Dr. Nirav Shah February 20, 2026, Yesterday, Maine gubernatorial candidate and former Maine CDC Director Dr. Nirav Shah, released what his campaign is referring to as a plan to “Safeguard Maine from Trump. Dr. Shah’s announcement states, “Donald Trump is a threat to our country, our state, our democracy, and

February 18, 2026, at last night’s city council meeting, Biddeford City Manager Truc Dever informed councilors and the Mayor, that according to a memo she received from Alan Thibault (UNE Vice President for University Operations), the University of New England is "considering working with Unitil on an extension of the natural gas main from downtown to the UNE campus." VIDEO CAN BE VIEWED HERE: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DZ5FiBJRr/ The full memo shared by City Manager D

"This is about more than concrete and ramps. It is about trust. It is about accountability. And it is about showing this community — especially its young people — that when they show up and speak, their government listens." February 17, 2026, at tonight's City Council meeting, former Biddeford City Councilor Neva Lance and her wife Samanntha Lance, advocated passionately to the Biddeford City Council in support of spending recreation bond funds on a new skate park for the cit

February 17, 2026, at tonight's City Council Meeting, multiple (the majority) attendees spoke in support of spending recreation bond funds (approved during the 2025 election) on rebuilding a skate park in Biddeford. And although other projects were referenced by individuals, the skate park overwhelmingly recieved the largest amount of support from meeting attendees. Following a new skate park, both maintaining the Community Center and cleaning up the trails at Clifford Park w

February 17, 2026, At this evening’s Biddeford City Council Meeting, with a tied vote of 4 to 4 that was broke by Mayor LaFountain, councilors voted AGAINST approving a resolution in support of LD 2124, an “Act to Support Emergency Shelter Funding using Real Estate Transfer Tax Revenue” Meeting materials state that under current law, 90% of the revenue from the real estate transfer tax is submitted to the State and 10% is retained by the counties, except that, for fiscal year

By Tammy Wells, Contributing Writer February 16, 2026, York County Commissioners understand the need to support the unhoused through shelter subsidies and are urging legislators to seek ways to support them within the state’s coffers, not the counties’ far slimmer purse. In testimony to the Legislature’s Housing and Economic Development Committee at a public hearing Feb. 10, they urged committee members to vote “ought not to pass,” on L.D. 2124, a bill that would further dip

"I am proud of my record serving our community. I have fought to make housing more available and affordable, for access to health care and child care, for workers, for civil rights, and for the freedom to vote in free and fair elections." - Representative Marc Malon February 13, 2026, Earlier this evening we shared that At-Large Biddeford City Councilor Marc Lessard is considering challenging Representative Marc Malon (Democrat) to represent District 133 in the Maine House of

February 12, 2026, Today, Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in response to the Trump Administration’s repeal of the Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding: “The Trump Administration is abandoning its responsibility to protect the health of our people and the planet from the proven harms of climate pollution. This decision disregards years of scientific research and data, leaving American families to feel the pain with dirtier air, poorer health, rising temperat

By Mackenzie Schors, Biddeford Buzz Contributing Writer Now celebrating their 10 year anniversary, UNE has been hosting their annual “Teddy Bear Toss” (TBT) game every year since 2017 - Here’s a glimpse into what TBT weekend looks like for the community and the UNE Nor’easters: February 11, 2026, What began as a small, community-focused initiative in 2017 has grown into one of the University of New England’s most beloved traditions. This year marked the 10th anniversary of

📰 BREAKING NEWS: MAINE | NRSC Video | Senator Collins with Gorilla February 10, 2026, Criticism is quickly building online following the release of a campaign ad by the National Republican Senate Committee (NRSC) endorsing U.S. Senator Susan Collins. 2 hours ago, just days after the White House posted and then deleted a meme depicting former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as gorillas, the NRSC released an endorsement video posted on their Twitter that i

"...the fire originated from an electrical outlet issue, which caused extensive fire damage within the garage structure" - Maine State Fire Marshal February 4, 2026, Below is the release from the State Fire Marshal’s office regrading the fire that took place on February 2 at 297 Elm: On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at approximately 8:30 a.m., the Biddeford Fire Department responded to a report of a possible working fire at 297 Elm Street. Upon arrival, units located a garage wi

February 3, 2026, in addition to the already publicized news regarding city staff working with Senator Collins' office to have over 700k of IRS fines waived from a late filing penalty, City Manager Truc Dever also delivered more great news for residents tonight during her City Manager report. After announcing the waving of IRS fines, Dever went on to say, "...additionally I have great news to share. Again, with the help of Senator Collins and her staff, we received news last

“The judicial branch has made countless efforts to appease the primary complaint… Good fences make good neighbor's, but good manners make great neighbors. We cant [can't] please all the people all the time!”, wrote Edward Caron, Building Manager, York County Judicial Center January 30, 2026, A little over 2 weeks ago we shared a story about several Biddeford residents alleging “vindictive behavior” from staff at the York County Judicial Center located at 515 Elm Street (Route

January 28, 2026, Following the approval of a 180 day moratorium by the Biddeford City Council pertaining to development for the University of New England (UNE), the University reached out to the Biddeford Buzz and issued the following statement: "While we do not think the development moratorium is necessary, UNE respects the council’s decision. We appreciate the opportunity for thoughtful dialogue about the future of our campus and its role in the community, and President He

By Tammy Wells January 28, 2026, Come spring, Advanced Life Support and Pediatric Life Support training programs will be in place at York County Regional Training Center. Advanced EMT classes and labs are ongoing now at the new facility. Firefighting classes are happening. Law enforcement classes are scheduled. A citizens academy that gives residents a look at policing meets there weekly. The decades-long dream of a centralized location for all manner of first responder tra