Sydney Richelieu – Centralmaine.com

Staff Writer

Sydney is a community reporter for Biddeford, Saco, Old Orchard Beach, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel and previously reporter for the Courier and Post. Sydney grew up in Kennebunk and is a graduate of Emerson College. She can usually be found at a coffee shop, concert, or hiking trail when not reporting. Past journalism experience includes The York County Coast Star and The Berkeley Beacon.

Local & State, News

Maine cyclists ride in support of man killed in Minneapolis ICE operation

by Sydney Richelieu January 31, 2026February 2, 2026

Over 40 cyclists gathered in Portland on Saturday afternoon to show support for Alex Pretti, a Minnesota nurse and avid cyclist who was fatally shot by an immigration agent.

Local & State, News

Former Brunswick state Sen. Stanley Gerzofsky dies at 81

by Sydney Richelieu and Sophie Burchell January 26, 2026January 26, 2026

The advocate for his Brunswick neighbors died in his home on Jan. 21.

Local & State, News

Major snowstorm, extreme cold headed for Maine Sunday and Monday

by Sydney Richelieu January 24, 2026January 24, 2026

A major snowstorm will bring over a foot of snow in southern Maine, with anywhere from 8 to 12 inches expected up north.

Local & State, News

Little ones get a taste of farm life in Freeport

by Sydney Richelieu January 4, 2026January 5, 2026

Every Saturday, Wolfe’s Neck Center offers an opportunity for children ages 5 and under to feed barn animals and learn a little bit about farm life.

Local & State, Nation & World, News

Protesters gather in Portland to oppose Venezuela operation

by Sydney Richelieu January 3, 2026January 3, 2026

Over 100 people convened downtown on Saturday afternoon to protest President Donald Trump’s strike on the South American nation.

Health, Local & State, News, Schools and Education

UNE launching effort to train medical workers on addiction treatment for rural Mainers

by Sydney Richelieu December 23, 2025December 23, 2025

A 4-year, $1.6 million grant will allow the university to expand programs designed to equip health care providers to respond to the ongoing opioid crisis.