In the 1940s and ‘50s West Brook Skating Rink off Pool Street in Biddeford was known for speed skating and barrel jumping. It was also known for at least one romantic encounter. “That's where my dad ...

The end of the school year is usually bittersweet, but at John F. Kennedy School in Biddeford, it’s even more bittersweet than usual this June. Students will exit the building for the last time ...

On June 24, 1825, revolutionary war hero Marquis de Lafayette visited Biddeford in a return trip to the United States from France. The stop to Biddeford was part of a 13-month tour that began in 1824.

Saco City Administrator John Bohenko has announced he will be resigning, effective Aug. 27. In a phone interview, Bohenko, who will be 70 in August, said after leaving the job he plans to “work on my ...

Numerous people spoke both for and against a proposed year round marine science center research pier the University of New England is proposing to build on its Biddeford campus during a public hearing ...

Business was steady despite cloudy skies on June 19, as George Pouravelis ushered vehicles into Tom’s Parking, an iconic site at 10 West Grand Ave. in Old Orchard Beach. It’s a role with which his ...

A new Biddeford city manager has been hired. On Tuesday, June 17, the City Council unanimously voted to approve Truc Dever of Washington to be the next city manager. Dever will start the position on ...

A food truck park is opening in Biddeford this weekend. The Lot, at 64 Alfred St., is having a soft opening this weekend, said owner Steve Liautaud. The line-up of vendors includes Pasta 212 and Amal ...

The Biddeford City Council is expected to hire a new City Manager next week. The council has nominated Truc Dever of Washington to be the next city manager and will make the official vote whether to ...