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April 26, 2026, At approximately 1:00 - 1:15 AM this morning, Biddeford Police aressted and charged 27 year old Scott Allen of Biddeford. Allen was charged with Domestic Violence, a class D misdemeanor, and was transported to the York County Jail. Allen remained incarcerated until 12:35 PM today and was released after posting $200 cash bail. Class D crimes in Maine are considered a serious misdemeanor and are punishable by up to 364 days in jail, a $2,000 fine, and carry sign

FULL STATEMENT FROM BIDDEFORD FIRE DEPARTMENT INCLUDED BELOW April 23, 2026, Firefighters are currently working to extinguish a structure fire in an apartment building located in the area of 13 Hazel Street. According to a Firefighter on the scene, the fire has been contained and they are working to fully secure the area. We can confirm that Scarborough Fire Department is currently assisting by manning the Biddeford Firestation while our department addresses the issue with t

⚠️WARNING EXPLICIT LANGUAGE⚠️ 📰BIDDEFORD | Man on Bike Arrested UPDATE: 48 year old David Bushnell of Biddeford was arrested and booked on the following 3 charges: 1) FAILURE TO PROVIDE CORRECT NAME & ADDRESS 2) OBSTRUCTING GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION 3) REFUSING TO SUBMIT TO ARREST OR DETENTION, PHYSICAL FORCE April 13, 2026, At approximately 11:05 PM on April 12, Biddeford Police Department apprehended a male individual riding a bicycle in the area of Elm and Cutts. The ind

February 27, 2026, According to reports, a man was allegedly bit in the face by a dog earlier today inside Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center. Multiple witnesses allege an individual, (who we will refer to as male #1) who frequents SOH, entered the building and appeared "high on drugs". Witnesses allege once inside, male #1 then approached another individual (male #2) who had a dog. Witnesses also expressed that like male #1, male #2 and his dog, are also frequent visitors at

February 3, 2026, The Biddeford Fire Department responded to a reported building fire at the former Sleepy Hollow Motel, located at 297 Elm Street, at approximately 8:26 a.m. on Tuesday morning. The Biddeford Regional Communications Center received the initial 911 call at 8:26 a.m., with the first unit arriving on scene at 8:30 a.m. Heavy smoke and fire were visible from a 30-by-40-foot, one-and-a-half-story garage that was attached to a single-story motel-style building. Fir

January 31, 2026, According to the Old Orchard Beach Police Department, The individual responsible for the January 22nd attempted burglary on Ocean Park Road has been identified as Austin Gardner, 19, of Bangor, Maine. Austin Gardner "Through investigative follow-up and information received from the public, Gardner was identified and charged in connection with this incident", read the department's release. Charges include: Class E – Possession of Burglary Tools Class C – Aggr

January 26, 2026 we have confirmed there is currently a large police presence on Alfred Street and the corner of Marshall Avenue. Footage by the Biddeford Buzz Officers have blocked off Alfred Street at the Graham Street extension intersection. PLEASE NOTE - Biddeford Police Department are the officers on the scene and have indicated that this is not an Immigration and Customs Enforcement situation; this is a Biddeford issue being handled by city police. An officer was observ

January 25, 2026, according to a press release sent directly from Brian Pellerin to the Biddeford Buzz, Chief Deputy Brian Pellerin of the Cumberland County Sheriff's has officially announced his candidacy for York County Sheriff. Below are Brian's remarks: Brian Pellerin (submitted photo) "Today, I am announcing my candidacy for York County Sheriff in the November 2026 election. I am running as a principled Independent candidate, committed to professional, nonpartisan leade

January 23, 2026, by now you probably have seen the press release given yesterday by Cumberland County Sheriff Kevin Joyce. Below is a joint statement issued by York County Sheriff William King and York County Manager Greg Zinser regarding the ICE arrest of a York County Jail corrections officer earlier this week. "Earlier this week, one of our York County Jail corrections officers was invited to an immigration appointment in Scarborough and when he arrived, was detained by U

January 21, 2026, We have recieved video confirmation from a local resident (who asked to remain anonymous) of ICE personnel at a house located on Porter Street. According to a local resident, "I saw at least 8 agents" approaching the home. The resident did not personally see anyone removed from the property but expressed frustration with the agents activity stating, "this is so scary and heartbreaking... go away ICE... leave them alone."

January 16, 2026, Below is the statement we just received from Biddeford Mayor Liam LaFountain regarding reports of potential Federal Immigration Enforcement: "In recent days, reports of possible federal immigration enforcement activity in Maine have raised understandable anxiety, questions, and fear for some residents, families, and businesses in Biddeford. We recognize that uncertainty of this nature can be deeply unsettling, particularly when information is incomplete or e

📰BIDDEFORD | Councilors Praise Police Chief for Partnering with City of Saco | Council Approves Contract “We miss too many opportunities to work with our neighbors from Saco… I offer praise to you and your team for working with them.” Jacob Pierson, Ward 6 Councilor January 6, 2026, At tonight's city council meeting, Biddeford Police Chief JoAnne Fisk asked City Councilors to approve a contract between the City of Saco and City of Biddeford pertaining to the purchase of new

December 20, 2025, According to a press release from the Old Orchard Beach Police Department, On December 19, 2025, at approximately 7:32 p.m., Old Orchard Beach Police Officers conducting proactive traffic enforcement initiated a motor vehicle stop. Officers identified the vehicle operator as Nelson Gomes, 48, of Old Orchard Beach, Maine. Nelson Gomes A subsequent investigation resulted in Gomes being arrested for Operating Under the Influence (OUI). During the investigation

December 17, 2025, According to a press relase from the Biddeford Police Department, On December 16, 2025, at approximately 8:34 PM, Biddeford Police officers came in contact with Douglas King, 37, of Biddeford. King had seven (7) active warrants and was arrested without incident. Douglas King King’s warrants were for as follows: Warrant #1, NO BAIL Eluding an Officer (Class C) Violating Conditions of Release x2 (Class E) Driving to Endanger (Class E) Warrant #2, NO BAIL Dome

How shame, misinformation, and online “experts” make a medical crisis worse—and what real compassion looks like. By Sean Mckenna Every so often on Facebook, someone feels spiritually summoned to explain addiction to the masses. These are usually the same folks who believe WebMD diagnoses can be cured by “rubbing a little dirt on it.” And the most popular Facebook theory of all time? “Addiction is just a choice.” Now, don’t get me wrong— I once thought people chose their probl

Karen Garnett kgarnett@biddefordschools.me BIDDEFORD, Maine– December 1, 2025 – Biddeford School Department is proud to be chosen as a convoy stop for this year’s annual Wreaths Across America “Escort to Arlington” – known as the world’s largest veterans parade. The official presentation will take place on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 9:15 a.m., at Biddeford Middle School, offering students a meaningful opportunity to hear directly from veterans and community leaders about s

-NO DANGER TO THE PUBLIC- November 19, 2025, Biddeford Police Officers and Biddeford Police Department Crime Scene Unit, have been on the scene of an incident that took place at 13 Oak Street earlier this evening. Neighbors described hearing a loud sound and then seeing emergency vehicles respond to the residence. Later in then evening a body was seen being removed from the home. No more details have been released at this time. Police have confirmed there is currently no dang

-Officer, um... you can't park there- November 19, 2025, today at approximately 10:40 AM, an Old Orchard Beach Police Officer incorrectly executed a u-turn when conducting official police business resulting in them driving directly into a traffic sign. Upon witnessing the event, an individual called 911 and was able to confirm with dispatch that the officer did not suffer a medical event. This occurred on Saco Ave. The officer was intially facing in the direction heading in t

📰BIDDEFORD | GRANITE STREET INCIDENT FULLY CONFIRMED - WE WERE CORRECT ICE was not present, full release below: Via Biddeford Police Department, On Sunday, November 9, 2025, at approximately 1:00 AM, a Biddeford police officer conducted a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle. The operator, who initially provided a false name, fled in the vehicle. Officers were able to positively identify the operator as Harley Winchenbach, 33, of Biddeford. Officers learned that Winchenbach