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PublishedJune 16, 2021
Maine lawmakers approve new broadband agency
Gov. Janet Mills is expected to sign a bill to create the Maine Connectivity Authority, which would oversee investing tens of millions of dollars for high-speed internet.
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PublishedMay 10, 2021
Maine proposes huge boost in broadband standards for grants
As the state prepares to dole out millions for rural broadband expansion, it seeks to future-proof taxpayer-subsidized networks.
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PublishedMay 4, 2021
Mills unveils plan for COVID-19 recovery and use of more than $1 billion in federal aid
The governor says her plan is focused on immediate economic recovery from the pandemic, long-term economic growth and infrastructure revitalization.
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PublishedApril 29, 2021
Analysis: Harris to lead administration’s push to bring every American online
Biden is planning an unprecedented expansion in funding to address the digital divide during the pandemic and beyond.
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PublishedApril 27, 2021
Proposed Maine broadband agency could negotiate contracts, provide grants – and build, if it must
In a legislative committee meeting Tuesday, Gov. Janet Mills called the proposal 'one of the most important pieces of legislation' this session.
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PublishedApril 26, 2021
Bipartisan plan would create Maine agency to expand broadband, with federal dollars
The Maine Connectivity Authority would be given the power and discretion to coordinate a statewide buildout of high speed internet, instead of a patchwork of local and private-sector initiatives.
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PublishedApril 21, 2021
Federal internet reimbursements expected to begin this spring
Eligible households using participating broadband providers could see their internet bill decreased by $50.
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PublishedApril 5, 2021
Outage brings down Spectrum internet across Maine, New Hampshire
Internet service appeared to be restored at about 8 p.m. Monday night after customers from New Hampshire through Maine lost connection for about 2 hours.
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PublishedMarch 22, 2021
COVID-19 stimulus bill to create $500 million windfall for Maine towns and cities
The huge package passed by Congress will provide cash-strapped local governments a substantial source of additional revenue over the next two years, and some already have ideas on how to use it.
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PublishedMarch 21, 2021
Large investment to bring broadband to Islesboro pays off
A $4 million project to bring $30-a-month high-speed internet to the small island off Lincolnville has made a heavenly difference, residents say.
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