Maine’s infrastructure gets mediocre grades in latest report card

Maine got a C for its infrastructure overall, up slightly from the C-minus it earned in the last report card, released in 2020.

A lightly traveled border outpost in Franklin County is getting a $95 million upgrade

Built in 1932, the station at Coburn Gore is 1 of 5 in Maine in line for overhauls with federal infrastructure funds. But the reasons for this crossing's outsized expense aren't entirely clear.

How the Key Bridge collapse will disrupt the supply of cars, coal and tofu

The suspension of vessel traffic to the Port of Baltimore will add another disruption to already stressed supply chains, experts say.

Key takeaways about the condition of U.S. bridges and their role in the economy

How ship captains work with harbor pilots to avoid deadly collisions

Two ship pilots were on board the large cargo vessel that hit Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. A veteran ship captain describes the role these pilots play in close-quarter maneuvering.

Second channel opened allowing some vessels to bypass wreckage of the Baltimore bridge

The channels are open primarily to vessels involved in the cleanup effort after the bridge collapse, along with some barges and tugs that have been stuck in the Port of Baltimore.

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.

Sen. King gets whirlwind tour of Skowhegan and investments that signal promising future

Independent U.S. Sen. Angus King, whose first professional job was in Skowhegan, was in town Monday to hear how federal money is being invested in projects, including the River Park and redeveloping the former Solon Manufacturing Co. mill.

North Carolina attack described as ‘wakeup call’ to protect power substations

The governor calls for a thorough assessment of the state's critical infrastructure, and thousands remain without power after a person or persons shot up 2 substations.

Some Portland flights turned away as jetport runway paving continues

The Portland International Jetport will be closed to air traffic overnight until its newly repaved main runway reopens in mid-June.