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🌱 How Biddeford’s new economic chief plans to shape the city’s future

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In today's newsletter:

  • How Biddeford’s new economic chief plans to shape the city’s future
  • Biddeford crews join regional effort to battle destructive Arundel barn fire.
  • Biddeford native’s Boston Marathon run is powering joy for sick kids

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Warmer with showers around, with a high of 64 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Saturday: Cloudy and cooler, temps: high: 51, low: 42.
  • Sunday: Rain; breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 51 and low of 34 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Biddeford hires former Colby College vice president as economic development director (pressherald.com) — Biddeford has hired Brian Clark as its new economic development director, tasking him with guiding business growth, redevelopment, and grant programs that shape the city’s future. City leaders say his experience with major projects and community partnerships will support local businesses, housing for working families, and the next phase of Biddeford’s much-discussed “Biddesance.”
   

2. Arundel barn destroyed in fire: ‘It had a significant head start on us' (seacoastonline.com) — Biddeford firefighters were among several neighboring departments that helped battle a fast-moving barn fire in Arundel on April 14, which destroyed the structure but spared the nearby farmhouse and residents. No people or livestock were hurt, and officials believe an electrical issue in an old milking room likely sparked the blaze.
   

3. Maine native running Boston Marathon to help children fight cancer (wmtw.com) — A Boston Marathon runner who grew up in Biddeford is turning his race into a fundraiser for One Mission, a nonprofit that brightens the lives of children undergoing cancer treatment across New England. He’s already raised $16,000 and credits his community and family support while training through tough weather to honor kids facing far greater challenges.
   

4. Saugus/Lynnfield North Shore Stars PeeWee 2 Capture Valley Hockey League Title (advocatenews.net) — A youth hockey team from Biddeford fell 3–1 to Saugus/Lynnfield’s North Shore Stars PeeWee 2 squad in the Valley Hockey League championship game, capping a strong season for both sides. The Massachusetts team’s coaches and athletic director praised their players’ resilience, growth, and teamwork after securing the title.
   

5. Gun rights, cannabis testing and more left in limbo after Legislature's early adjournment (newsfromthestates.com) — Biddeford’s own House Speaker Ryan Fecteau is at the center of a messy end to the Maine legislative session, with key bills on gun rights, cannabis testing, housing, and more left unresolved until at least April 29. Lawmakers disagree over how much work can be revived on “veto day,” leaving many statewide policy changes in limbo.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • In search of two mew homes for two beautiful 8 month old pups!
    They will be a great addition serious inquiries please and I will send pics to those who are very interested! (Nextdoor South St)
  • Does anyone have a raffle drum my organization could borrow this weekend 4/17 to 4/19?
    I can return it on Monday or Tuesday. Thank you! Denise (Nextdoor South St)
  • SaVida Health posted a job opening for Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist in Biddeford. Apply here.
  • University of New England posted a job opening for Assistant Professor, Biochemistry in Biddeford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Biddeford here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Biddeford

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