Maine’s electric vehicle transition a costly proposition, report says

transportation

Published
December 22, 2021

Maine’s electric vehicle transition a costly proposition, report says

Public funding for new vehicle incentives and charging stations to meet Maine's climate goals is projected to fall short by more than $100 million, according to the state-commissioned report.
Published
December 18, 2021

First snow arrives to blanket Maine

Between 4 and 7 inches is expected throughout much of the state. A year ago Maine had 19 inches of snow on the ground by this date.
Published
December 17, 2021

Portland adds summer flights to Nashville, New York City

Maine's largest airport expands travelers' options during peak tourism season.
Published
December 3, 2021

Rating agency expects Maine Turnpike to raise tolls by 29% in 2028

Fitch Ratings, a major bond rating agency, projects that the Turnpike will need to raise tolls to fund anticipated construction projects, including the Gorham connector.
Published
November 8, 2021

Maine expects nearly $2.4 billion from Biden infrastructure package

More money will help address a backlog of work on highways, bridges, water and sewer pipes, and other physical structures Mainers rely on every day.
Published
October 22, 2021

For the 1st time in 9 years, Maine Turnpike Authority to raise tolls in November

To make up for lost revenue during the pandemic, the agency is seeking more money from highway users.
Published
September 7, 2021

Auburn city councilors refuse to fund passenger rail study

Lewiston officials already contributed $10,000.
Published
August 26, 2021

Shortage of school bus drivers prompts districts to offer big incentives

Some are trying to lure new hires by offering bonuses as big as $3,000, as the pandemic makes a longstanding problem worse.
Published
August 5, 2021

Infrastructure deal includes $1.9 billion for Maine transportation, broadband

The $1 trillion compromise Senate bill includes money for the state and potentially even more in competitive grants, according to a White House estimate.
Published
August 2, 2021

Mass transit recovery lagging in Maine as officials debate solutions

Some regional planners think the only way to get riders back and attract new ones is to invest in transit expansion and innovation.