More than $42 billion has been allocated nationwide to expand high-speed internet access, and Maine’s share is the largest of any state in New England.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine wants to use $200 million to expand broadband access, starting where it’s needed most
The state is deciding how to use federal funds for improving high-speed internet access, and wants public input on some of the priorities that have been identified so far.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Planned $82 million upgrades, expansion would improve Maine broadband access
Charter Communications says it will bring high-speed internet connectivity to underserved areas, and is buying Bee Line Cable in Madison.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Award of $8.8M means Skowhegan, surrounding towns to see high-speed internet service by next year
The Maine Connectivity Authority has awarded the money to the towns through a partnership with Consolidated Communications.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Labor shortage could slow Maine’s broadband expansion
A new report says Maine could soon face a shortage of as many as 4,400 workers in the industry, depending on how fast and extensively broadband access is expanded.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Grants will bring high-speed internet to 16,000 homes and businesses in rural Maine
Brookton and 10 surrounding communities will get high-speed broadband through an $8.1 million grant announced by the Maine Connectivity Authority this week.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Maine to receive $5.5 million in federal money to expand internet access statewide
Maine becomes the first state to receive the funding as part of a federal push for broadband improvements meant to give every American access to high-speed internet service.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
New agency pitches $150 million to stretch broadband across Maine
The Maine Connectivity Authority has a goal to offer every home and business in Maine a high-speed internet connection by 2024.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine to get $110 million to expand high-speed internet
Starting this fall, the money is expected to be used on projects to reach rural areas.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: In Maine and nationwide, high broadband cost is part of the digital divide
A federal program will make internet service accessible to millions of families, but it won’t solve the whole problem.