The federal grant will fund a public-private partnership to extend high-speed internet service to thousands of people in unserved parts of the state.
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Internet service plans will soon be required to have ‘nutrition’ labels
Under the proposal, internet service providers will be required to offer clear, straightforward explanations of their plans and services before you sign anything.
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GWI to expand fiber-optic broadband networks in 5 Maine communities
The planned fiber-optic expansion will be accessible to 12,000 homes and businesses, including some in South Portland.
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Bethel discusses free Wifi, COVID, and Ethel Bisbee
BETHEL — At the Aug.17 Bethel Board of Selectmen, the board stated the town had taken an interest in having Bethel provide swimming lessons for its residents. There was some discussion regarding where to get instructors, but the conversation was brief. Mia Purcell, vice president of Economic Development and Impact for Community Concepts, came and […]
Posted inBusiness, Maine
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.
Posted inMaine, News
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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FCC chief who ended net neutrality says he’ll quit Jan. 20
Ajit Pai’s departure is set to unleash a wave of uncertainty as the new administration takes shape.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine launches statewide internet speed test initiative
In addition to finding out their own upload and download speeds, participants will help the Maine Broadband Coalition identify slow spots where upgrades are needed.
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Spectrum owes over $142,000 to southern Maine towns, audit alleges
The cable internet and TV provider underpaid fees to 9 Cumberland County towns in 2017 and 2018, according to an audit commissioned by the municipalities.
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Mainers seeking internet upgrade tell stories of poor service to highlight feds’ mistakes
The Federal Communications Commission’s map of Maine showing various levels of broadband access grossly overstates the quality of service. That’s especially a problem in a pandemic.