I drive Interstate 295 every work day, and what feels threatening on the road is pickup trucks, motorcycles and cars whizzing past me as I drive the posted speed. Statistics bear out that speeders and alcohol are the most major safety threats. Yet we are constantly warned about distracted drivers and “threatening trees”? (“With eye on safety, Maine DOT clearing trees near I-95 exits, ” June 22).
These highways used to literally be a sight for sore eyes, even winning scenic awards. But thanks to the myopic Department of Transportation, they may soon just be an eyesore.
George Hunt
Gardiner
Send questions/comments to the editors.
Related Stories
Latest Articles
-
EditorialsOur View: In 2021, Maine should work toward universal internet access
-
Business
Working remotely? Don’t plan on deducting added expenses
-
Opinion
Today’s editorial cartoon
-
Local & State
King’s speeches resonate in time of violence and racial tension
-
Local & State
Echoes of the past and the long road ahead for racial justice
Success. Please wait for the page to reload. If the page does not reload within 5 seconds, please refresh the page.
Enter your email and password to access comments.
Hi {SUB NAME}, to comment on stories you must . This profile is in addition to your subscription and website login.
Already have one? .
Invalid username/password.
Please check your email to confirm and complete your registration.
Only subscribers are eligible to post comments. Please subscribe or login to participate in the conversation. Here’s why.
Use the form below to reset your password. When you've submitted your account email, we will send an email with a reset code.