According to one expert, recent shark sightings at Southern Maine beaches are an indicator of a healthy ecosystem and point to increased public awareness because of social media and tracking apps.
Sydney Richelieu
Staff Writer
Sydney is a community reporter for Biddeford, Saco, Old Orchard Beach, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel and previously reporter for the Courier and Post. Sydney grew up in Kennebunk and is a graduate of Emerson College. She can usually be found at a coffee shop, concert, or hiking trail when not reporting. Past journalism experience includes The York County Coast Star and The Berkeley Beacon.
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A second Kennebunk-Arundel-Kennebunkport school board member resigns
Lesley Stoeffler follows Rachel Kennedy-Smith, who cited the recent superintendent appointment as a factor in her resignation. Stoeffler did not give a reason for stepping down.
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Biddeford City Council race features new and old faces
The council race has begun with three months until the election.
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With need increasing, Biddeford Food Pantry receives funding from City Council
The pantry recently approached the council for assistance, as it was unable to get funding for the year.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Fringe Fest bringing art to the streets of Biddeford
Scheduled for Friday, Aug. 15, Fringe Fest kicks off River Jam weekend with a night of performances and immersive art installations.
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Director of Maine agency for indigent legal defense steps down
Jim Billings is the second director in as many years to step down, following the resignation of Justin W. Andrus in 2023.
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Kennebunk Free Library’s roaming felines are finding forever homes
Since 2023, the library has been working with the Animal Welfare Society to help cats get adopted.
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Kennebunkport dog rescue celebrates milestone adoption
Since 2007, Lucky Pup has rescued dogs across the country. The organization recently surpassed 2,300 adoptions.
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Saco looks to Buxton for new human resources director
Hunter Cox began his role as Saco’s human resources director this week.
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Biddeford City Council president throws hat in the ring for mayoral race
Liam LaFountain announced his run for mayor over the weekend.