Biddeford

Published
December 7, 2022

Biddeford man struck by minivan in Massachusetts identified by police

Robert Laporte, 71, of Biddeford remains in critical condition Wednesday evening.
Published
October 14, 2022

Eastern Trail inducted into Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Hall of Fame

The southern Maine pathway 'connects parts of Maine that are vey distinct and different ...'
Published
August 23, 2022

UNE receives $5 million grant to support chronic pain research

The Center of Biomedical Research Excellence at UNE will use the federal funds to continue its research into the study of pain and novel pain therapeutics.
Published
July 25, 2022

‘It takes an incredible toll:’ Hot weather adds challenges for Maine firefighters

Fire departments are increasing staff and stressing hydration at scenes when the weather is hot and humid, which brings added risks of heat exhaustion and hyperthermia to an already dangerous job.
Published
July 21, 2022

Biddeford needs you: Adopt a park

Volunteers are needed to weed and care for plants and more at some of the city's parks.
Published
May 13, 2022

Before they died on the tracks, they struggled with homelessness and drugs

Shawnia Maffiola, 23, and Richard Martello, 24, died by suicide on the train tracks in Biddeford Sunday.
Published
May 11, 2022

Police identify pair who died on train tracks in Biddeford

Police have concluded that the pair, who were in their 20s, died by suicide.
Published
May 9, 2022

Biddeford police still trying to notify relatives of 2 people hit by train

Police say they have a video of them lying down on the tracks, then sitting up to hug each other before they were struck by the Amtrak Downeaster.
Published
October 9, 2020

Biddeford voters to consider bond questions on Election Day

Passage of both local questions would fund continued storm sewer separation, and make some repairs to roads and buildings.
Published
October 1, 2020

“Thank you’ meal for Biddeford first responders, essential workers, next week

It's been a rough year, and some in the community are expressing their appreciation.