-
PublishedApril 30, 2024
Lawmakers and advocates make last-ditch push to extend affordable internet subsidy
The program, which is set to expire at the end of May, helps people with limited means pay their broadband bills.
-
PublishedApril 9, 2024
Funding shortfall forces FCC to slash monthly broadband benefits in May
With Congress stalled on approving new funding for the low-income benefit, some Americans could see their aid halved, and others may not receive a subsidy.
-
PublishedMarch 18, 2024
Residents of 2 Casco Bay islands band together to bring high-speed internet to their homes
More than a dozen Maine islands are waiting for access to fast, reliable internet that has become critical for everything from schoolwork to watching movies.
-
PublishedFebruary 29, 2024
Fidium parent company laying off nearly quarter of customer service staff in Maine
The cutting of 12 jobs at Consolidated Communications continues what union and congressional leaders have called a 'troubling' trend at Maine's largest telecommunications company.
-
PublishedFebruary 16, 2024
Feds approve Maine’s plan to broaden internet access, unlocking up to $14 million
The first Digital Equity Plan in the nation to win approval outlines how Maine will expand access to high-speed, reliable internet and break down barriers to broadband connections.
-
PublishedJanuary 25, 2024
Over 95,000 Maine households may soon lose internet subsidy
Supporters of the federal Affordable Connectivity Program are fighting to extend funding that's set to end April 30.
-
PublishedDecember 12, 2023
The state of broadband uncertain in Wilton
With several companies vying for majority control of the town, consumers are left uncertain who their provider is and where their broadband is coming from.
-
PublishedDecember 8, 2023
GoNetspeed fiber-optic internet service coming to Lisbon
Residents are expected to have access to service by the beginning of 2024.
-
PublishedDecember 7, 2023
Village Trading Post in Minot reopens 2 years after devastating fire
Also in The Buzz: GoNetspeed fiber-optic internet service coming to Lisbon; Brazilian steakhouse planned for former Yvette's Cocina on Main Street.
-
PublishedJuly 20, 2023
Wilton votes to accept MCA grant
With the acceptance of the MCA grant on Tuesday, July 18, the Select Board will be able to move forward with Matrix Design Group to bring high-speed internet to Wilton.
- 1
- 2
- Next Page →