Category: Downtown Biddeford News
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...
Miranda Carrabba, UNE Sustainability Fellow, Summer 2025, presenting about her results at a national conference. Heart of Biddeford is excited to announce Science Collider: The Story of the Saco. This one-of-a-kind community event will be a space where data meets poetry, research meets songs, and every perspective helps to tell The Story of the Saco....
"We need to move beyond viewing the environment as a collection of “natural resources” and instead recognize the land, water, and all living beings as our ancestors. If we listen to the knowledge of the people who have lived here for 13,000 years on this land and water, we will have the potential to fully understand how sustainability works."
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Biddeford, Maine — Heart of Biddeford (HOB) is thrilled to announce the launch of a new initiative, Art of Biddeford, a program designed to connect the community through the arts, foster creativity, and build equitable access to arts entrepreneurship. The project builds upon Biddeford’s rich artistic history and deep cultural roots, laying the foundation for...
25 Days of Gift Giving Ideas! Looking for the perfect gifts this holiday season? Our 25 Days of Gift Giving guide highlights the best stores, unique finds, and seasonal specials right on Main Street! From unique gifts to festive treats, discover everything you need to make your celebrations extra special, all while supporting our local...
Heart of Biddeford invites you to join the I Heart Biddeford 5K on Saturday, October 26th, 2024! Starting at 8:00 AM at the Biddeford Primary School parking lot, this family-friendly event serves as a key fundraiser for Heart of Biddeford’s downtown revitalization efforts, helping to create a vibrant, thriving community. Whether you’re a seasoned runner...
Since its inception in 2010, Engine has played a transformative role in Biddeford by creating a welcoming space for artists, fostering the creative economy, and providing arts education. However, Engine has faced significant challenges due to staff and location transitions over the last several years, compounded by the impact of the pandemic felt by many...
AUTHOR: Micayla Budd, HOB Summer Intern Introduction: A Lifelong Connection to Biddeford I’ve lived in Biddeford for my whole life, always loving being around town. Whether it was going out to dinner at a local Mexican restaurant and going to see a show at City Theater or going out to events like River Jam and...
Heart of Biddeford (HOB), the award-winning organization dedicated to revitalizing Biddeford’s downtown, is excited to announce a 20th Birthday Party on Wednesday, June 26, at 5 p.m. in Mechanics Park. This event marks the beginning of a new chapter for HOB as it celebrates 20 years of community-building and looks towards the future with a...