3G network shutting down in Maine, affecting older phones, devices

Some older cellphones will not be able to make or receive calls or texts after the switch and other devices like medical alert devices, smart watches, vehicle SOS services, home security systems and tablets could stop working.

Maine’s days as 207 are numbered, because the area code’s ‘exhausted’

The state is running out of usable phone numbers to assign to its beloved area code, forcing regulators to consider adding a second one.

Biddeford ‘sting’ reveals drivers largely undeterred by new handheld cellphone law

On several details, police could not keep up with the violations they observed, they say.

New 10-cent surcharge on Maine phone lines will fund broadband expansion

The surcharge approved by the Legislature will be used to support broadband expansion projects in the state starting in 2020.

Judge lowers first-time fine for drivers caught holding their phones, but it could go back up

The first offense for holding a cellphone while driving was reduced to $85, including fees, down from $230, bringing the cost in line with what lawmakers intended.

Hands-free driving law goes live – with one expensive mixup

The fine and fees set by a judge Wednesday are nearly triple the amount the bill's sponsor intended for first-time offenders. The difference is in the language of the law.

Just a Minute: Alert system passes test; citizens fail to be impressed

Smartphones and kids … a good mix?

Cell phone ban is good for students

Gov. Paul LePage says he vetoed bans on cell phones and cigarettes