A recent consumer/visitor survey conducted by Heart of Biddeford shows enthusiastic support for the safety measures taken by the downtown business community in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly two hundred people responded to an online survey in the one-week period of July 13-20, 2020. The survey was distributed through the Main Street organization, Heart...

Problem statement: Businesses need to constantly adapt to COVID-19 related challenges. It can be challenging to figure out how to re-design a space to meet safety guidelines. Now, businesses in Biddeford are allowed to creatively add exterior dining. However many restaurateurs do not have the design experience to create an aesthetically pleasing design change with...

In an effort to support frontline, essential workers as well as local restaurants during the “Stay healthy. Stay home” statewide order, Heart of Biddeford launched a fundraising campaign called, “Share the Love” on Tuesday, April 20. To date, nearly $12,000 has been raised through the online campaign. Heart of Biddeford will use 100% of the...