L.D. 859 would equip our 27 career and technical education schools to teach young people the hard skills they need.
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DHHS opens temporary Biddeford office
The department closed its permanent office in Biddeford because of the condition of the building.
Biddeford awarded $7.5 million FAA grant for airport upgrades
The grant will be used to pay for improvements to the runway, taxiway and tarmac at the municipal airport.
UNE researchers harvest kelp from farm in Saco Bay
The goal is to grow the algae on a large scale in the open ocean as a source of biofuel.
Group of residents renews effort to save Biddeford’s clock tower
They plan to form a nonprofit to raise money for its restoration and envision it being installed in a park along the river walk to showcase the city’s history.
Biddeford voters to decide on $38.9 million school budget
The Biddeford City Council approved a combined municipal and school budget that would raise the tax rate by nearly 2%.
Dressbarn to close stores, including 5 in Maine
The parent company continues to operate Ann Taylor, Loft, Lane Bryant and other stores.
Judge tosses lawsuit over Biddeford’s plan to charge for parking
The court determined the lawsuit wasn’t filed in time, but resident Jason Litalien says he’ll file a new complaint in federal court.
Biddeford airport one of 3 in Maine awarded federal funds
Airports in Biddeford, Eastport and Jackman will each get a portion of $13.8 million in federal Department of Transportation funds.
Biddeford couple arrested in alleged assault and kidnapping
A woman told police the couple beat her and held a knife to her throat.