Mayor Liam LaFountain said he went into his new role with his eyes wide open, and says he remains committed to the idea of finishing his term by leaving the city in a stronger position than it was when he was elected
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NEWS | Pingree, Oversight Democrats will hold hearing on fatal ICE shootings
Democrat members of Congress will hear testimony Tuesday about several fatal shootings by agents of the Immigration, Customs and Enforcement Agency (ICE) including the July 13 shooting Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero in Biddeford
LETTER | Biddeford ICE shooting underscores need to change how investigations are handled
“The family of John Sebastian Duran Guerrero and this country deserve to know the facts and address the accountability factor of the ICE agents’ involvement.”
LETTER | Stick to the facts? Sure, let’s try that
It’s important to remember, there are those who will use insults when they lack facts. Here are the facts Mr. Hawkins was either unable or incapable of finding on his own.
NEWS | Residents and others call for ‘more than just words’
During Tuesday’s special Biddeford City Council meeting, several residents and others expressed grief and anger and demanded measurable actions in response to the fatal shooting of a Biddeford resident on July 13
EDITORIAL | Biddeford showed its best, including leaders who focused on leadership over politics
July 13 will perhaps be remembered as one of Biddeford’s darkest days, but we also witnessed several moments of inspiration, community solidarity and some examples of true political leadership [Click here for more]
VIDEO | 72 Hours In Biddeford
A reflection of events that took place in Biddeford, Maine between July 13 and July 16, 2026
LETTER | The day ICE murdered someone in my hometown
“Is this how we want to spend our precious time together? To what ends will we go until we learn none of this is the answer? The hatred is energy wasted.”
Mayor’s CNN interview encapsulates his position on Monday’s ICE shooting
Biddeford Mayor Liam LaFountain spoke late Monday evening with a reporter from CNN International. During that interview, LaFountain often a clear summary of how he is working to lead the city through an event that rocked the community.
OPINION | Lessons learned from Monday’s ICE protest
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