The original skate park at Rotary Park was torn down in Sept. due to safety concerns.
Southern Maine Weeklies
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Community News: Feb. 27
Biddeford student art show takes place March 5 The Biddeford School Department will hold its annual District-Wide K-12 Student Art Show on Tuesday, March 5, 2025, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at Biddeford Middle School. This event will celebrate the creativity and artistic achievements of students from all grade levels, featuring a diverse range of […]
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Saco, Biddeford students shine at York County Spelling Bee
Local students demonstrated their spelling prowess at the York County Spelling Bee, held earlier this month at Massabesic Middle School. Twelve talented spellers in grades five through eight from schools across southern Maine, including Biddeford, Saco, Bonny Eagle, and Wells, competed for the county title in a contest that came down to an intense tie-breaking […]
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Things to Do: Feb. 27
Thursday, Feb. 27 Thursday Coffee Hour – 55+, 10 to 11 a.m., McArthur Public Library, 270 Main St., Biddeford. Light refreshments will be served. Free. FMI, contact [email protected]. Trivia Night, 6 to 9 p.m., Brickyard Hollow Biddeford, 165 Main St., Biddeford. Friday, Feb. 28 Next Stop Comedy, 8 to 10 p.m., Sacred Profane Brewery and […]
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Public Matters: Biddeford’s budget season begins – What to expect and how to get involved
Every year, the city makes difficult choices about where to invest tax dollars — from public safety and road repairs to parks and essential services. Budget season is when those decisions take shape. The city budget is more than numbers — it’s a fiscal statement of what Biddeford values and how much we value it. […]
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Curtains Up: The ghost light isn’t as spooky as it sounds … probably
Superstitions abound in the theater. Just try saying the name of that Scottish play by the inimitable Shakespeare or wishing a thespian friend “good luck” and note the response. Many of our theater superstitions are rooted in practical applications. Take the prohibition on whistling backstage. Before there were machine-powered lift systems, set pieces were raised […]
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County Report: First County Foundation looks to fill needs at training and recovery centers
As construction continues on the York County Regional First Responder Training Center and the York County Substance Use Treatment and Recovery Center, the county government is looking ahead to opening day — and to making a difference in the lives of residents in York County. York County Commissioners are looking forward to welcoming folks looking […]
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Council Corner: Prioritizing our priorities … again
As occasionally happens, we had a little snafu with who was planning to author this week’s article. Typically, when this happens I am called up, or self-selected, to write something on a short deadline. Normally, I am all too happy to oblige. I love connecting with people through writing. However, this week when Councilors Cushing […]
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Travis Mills Foundation to host annual Vietnam vets breakfast
The Travis Mills Foundation will host its annual Vietnam Era Veterans Breakfast, welcoming Vietnam-era veterans to the Augusta Civic Center at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, March 26. The free event is open to all Vietnam-era veterans and includes a complimentary breakfast for both the veteran and one guest. Tickets are required and can be reserved […]
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South Portland boys end Bonny Eagle’s run, advance to state final
Red Riots surge after halftime and return to big stage by virtue of a 49-34 triumph.