Originally posted in Saco Bay News The wait is over. Biddeford Mayor Marty Grohman is expected today to formally announce his nomination to fill one of the two vacant seats on the city council. According to multiple sources, Grohman has selected Neva Gross to take over the Ward Five council seat that was vacated by … Continue reading Mayor picks new resident to fill council vacancy
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Don’t Do Me Like That
For better or worse, I have a reputation in my hometown. I am the guy who holds local and state politicians' feet to the fire. I rarely hesitate to publicly criticize elected officials when I think they have screwed up or acted inappropriately. Biddeford Mayor Marty Grohman My column, All Along The Watchtower, debuted on … Continue reading Don’t Do Me Like That
Political rivalry could play role in filling vacancies on the Biddeford City Council
By RANDY SEAVER BIDDEFORD --- Dominic Deschambault, a former school committee member and current board member of the Biddeford Housing Authority, has reportedly expressed interest in being appointed to fill the city council seat that was vacated last week by former Councilor Julian Schlaver. Mayor Marty Grohman declined an opportunity to confirm that he has … Continue reading Political rivalry could play role in filling vacancies on the Biddeford City Council
Top-20 local, political movers and shakers
After more than 12 years, I have finally gotten around to publishing an update about who I consider to be the most influential politicians, policy makers and staffers in the Biddeford-Saco area. The Top-20.
I Wanna Hold Your Hand
Two rather interesting events happened this week, each painting a troubling picture for loyal, solid Democrats at both the national and local level: Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia announced he would not seek reelection, and City Councilor Marty Grohman was elected to become Biddeford’s next mayor. What do Manchin and Grohman have in common? … Continue reading I Wanna Hold Your Hand
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