Public trust in Biddeford City Hall has eroded, and many residents believe the problem is no longer simply about politics — it is about accountability.
Author: Randy Seaver
SPORTS | Cheverus hands Biddeford a heartbreaker
Despite a 4-run deficit in the sixth inning, the Biddeford Tigers almost came all the way back, eventually falling 6-5 to the Cheverus Stags on Monday at St Louis Field. Biddeford closed the gap by scoring on a walk, a walk and a walk.
NEWS | Biddeford Fire Department highlights ‘Excellence in Emergency Medical Services’ during National EMS Week
As the nation celebrates National EMS Week (May 17-23) under the 2026 theme “Improving Outcomes, Together,” the city of Biddeford recognizes the dedicated Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals of the Biddeford Fire Department for their essential role in protecting community health and safety.
OPINION | Gazette repeated ‘false narratives,’ further eroding public discourse about UNE
The Biddeford Gazette’s May 17 article, “UNE describes their relationship with Biddeford as ‘broken,’” makes several factual errors and perpetuates false narratives about the proposed research pier.
OPINION | Biddeford needs economic engines like UNE
Communities across the country spend years trying to attract institutions like UNE and MaineHealth that offer an elevated level of reach and stability. Biddeford already has them rooted here.
OPINION | Biddeford lawmakers blast Maine Water
Biddeford’s legislative delegation — all Democrats seeking reelection in November — recently blasted a rate increase proposed by the region’s public water utility
NEWS | Funding cuts force Heart of Biddeford to examine community programs
Heart of Biddeford (HOB), the nonprofit organization behind many of downtown Biddeford’s signature events, arts programs, and small business support initiatives, is asking the community to help shape its priorities for the coming year.
IN-DEPTH | UNE says their relationship with Biddeford is broken
This is the first in a multi-part series that examines the relationship between the University of New England and Biddeford’s municipal leaders.
OBITUARIES | May 17, 2026
This week’s local obituaries, May 17, 2026
SPORTS | Kennebunk hands Biddeford a 4-3 loss
The Biddeford Tigers baseball team could not keep pace with the Kennebunk Rams on Saturday, losing 4-3 during an away game at Kennebunk High School.






