Patricia Rose (Graziano) Campbell passed away on Nov. 24, 2023, surrounded by her family. Born in Utica, New York, the daughter of Philip and Rose (Paletta) Graziano on Nov. 20, 1928. She was a communicant of St. Mary of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. She attended Bleecker Street and St. Mary of Mount Carmel grammar schools. […]
Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
News from Biddeford, Saco and Old Orchard Beach from Mainely Media.
OOB mulls one contract zone agreement, approves another
Land Matters, LLC has secured a contract zone agreement to build a 6-unit condominium building, with a max of three bedrooms in each unit.
Saco man charged with murder in Biddeford shooting death
Lorenze A. Labonte, 25, is accused of killing Ahmed Sharif, 27, of Lewiston, on Friday.
Town & Country grants $25,000 to nonprofits
Just two weeks after the tragic events in Lewiston, Town & Country Federal Credit Union held its annual ‘Better Neighbor Fund’ Reception which brought nonprofits together to highlight the importance of supporting neighbors and community. At the special reception, which was held at the credit union’s Forest Avenue Branch in Portland, it announced the eight […]
Biddeford City Council tackles long agenda at Casavant’s last meeting
During a five-hour meeting, the body approved the city’s Climate Action Plan, discussed affordable housing, and more.
Outgoing Biddeford Mayor Alan Casavant brought pride, investment to community
In a interview with the Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Alan Casavant reflects on his tenure as mayor.
Letters to the Editor, Nov. 23
Pick up after dogs To the editor, We took a walk at Ferry Beach Park the other day, and were disgusted to find doggie doo bags left on the ground beside the trails. So what gives? The dog owner knew enough to pick up after their pet, and to tie the little bag shut, but […]
Edrice Bates of Saco turns 103
Edrice Bates of Saco celebrated her 103rd birthday with quite a few surprises from the Wardwell, a nonprofit senior living community where she resides. After learning about Edrice after she first moved in and knowing her birthday was on the way, Wardwell’s management team worked together to gift Edrice a few of her favorites. She […]
BHS Student Council spearheads effort to feed the community this Thanksgiving
BIDDEFORD — In the spirit of giving and recognizing the rising need for assistance in the community, Biddeford High School students jumped into action to support those facing food insecurity this holiday season. Earlier this month, students actively collected non-perishable food items, monetary donations, and essential staples for their First Annual Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive […]
Students making Saco Middle School quarter 1 honor roll
Grade Eight High Honors Emily Beaulieu, Brooke Bodnar, Lillian Bolduc, Alice Browne, Isabelle Bryant, Calla Burman, Aliyah Daley, Clara Dudley, Jazlyn Fox, Londyn Hemenway, Hashim Jabor, Parker Jasper, Adelaide Lamey, Ryleigh Light, Gibson Mansfield, Nioke Mayo, Connor Penney, Lyla Picard, Leah Provencher, Noah Sastre, Asher Schuenke, Maxwell Sintz, Noah Smith, Wesley Stepp, Sarah Tatro, Boden […]