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ARUNDEL — The excitement is mounting as the Biddeford-Saco Rotary Club gears up for its highly anticipated second annual Fashion Soirée Event, set to take place on May 2, from 5-9 p.m. at the Maine Classic Car Museum in Arundel. Building upon the success of last year’s event, organizers said in a press release that […]

Obituary: William R. White

April 8, 2024

BIDDEFORD — William R. White of Biddeford, Maine, passed away on Easter Sunday, March 31, at the age of 71. He is survived by his brother Douglas and sister-in-law Barbara; his two nieces Kendra C. White and Jennifer A. Bravo (White); his two grandnieces Lila and Ruthie Bravo ages 7 and 4; and, his wife […]

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Power outages fall below 70,000 – but for Mainers still in the dark, that’s little comfort

by Hannah LaClaire April 6, 2024April 7, 2024

A two-day nor’easter that brought strong winds and heavy snow Wednesday and Thursday knocked out power for almost 400,000 CMP and Versant customers.

Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies

Biddeford Marching Arts head to state , New England finals

April 4, 2024April 4, 2024

BIDDEFORD — The Biddeford High School Marching Arts program, which consists of the Blizzard Winds and Blackout Percussion ensemble, has taken the community by storm with its exceptional journey this winter season, according to a school statement. These talented musicians are met with awe and applause from those who witness their outstanding performance themed around […]

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Worker injured by electric shock from power line in Biddeford

by Stephen Singer April 1, 2024April 1, 2024

The Consolidated Communications technician who was injured last week is recovering at Maine Medical Center in Portland.

Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies

Biddeford community iftar, Muslims and non-Muslims celebrate

by Eloise Goldsmith April 1, 2024April 2, 2024

For the third year in a row, Eisha Khan and her partner Liam LaFountain have hosted an iftar dinner to celebrate Ramadan with the wider community.

Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies

Barrow recipient of MPA Principal’s Award for BHS

by From Staff Reports April 1, 2024

BIDDEFORD — Biddeford High School Senior Madeline Barrow has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Principal’s Award. The award, sponsored by the Maine Principals’ Association, is given annually to a senior from each high school in the state in recognition of their academic achievement and citizenship. “Throughout her years at Biddeford High School, […]

Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies

UNE community members take freezing “plunge” to celebrate Giving Day success

March 28, 2024

BIDDEFORD — On a blustery day in late March, with the wind chill hovering around just 21 degrees, a group of students, faculty and professional staff from the University of New England braved the cold waters of the Saco River to celebrate a successful 2024 Giving Day, which raised over $180,000 to support students and […]