Heart of Biddeford is pleased to announce the hiring of Larry Weyand as Program Director of Art of Biddeford (AOB), marking an exciting new chapter for the city’s creative community. A practicing artist with experience in arts administration, governance, and leadership, Weyand brings a strong commitment to supporting artists and building thriving creative ecosystems. In...

Representatives of Heart of Biddeford, Nibblesford Cheese Shop, and Round Turn Distilling recently gathered interested partners to plan a new WinterFest market-style event on Sat., Feb. 7, 2026 above Portland Pie (13W-2). It would run from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. with food, drinks, makers, art, and an evening dance party. The group outlined a full-day schedule,...

On November 19, 2025, Heart of Biddeford convened downtown businesses and community partners—including the Biddeford Police Department, Office of General Assistance, Seeds of Hope, the York County District Attorney’s Office, McArthur Library, and the Coastal Healthy Communities Coalition—to strengthen shared understanding around downtown safety and our neighbors who are unhoused. The discussion focused on the...