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PublishedMarch 8, 2021
For rural Mainers seeking broadband solutions, is Starlink the answer?
As Elon Musk's SpaceX rockets deploy more low-orbit satellites, residents in remote areas have a new option for high-speed internet service.
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PublishedMarch 4, 2021
Commentary: Prospects for broadband growth at critical point in Maine
Regulatory change could enable much-needed fast, reliable and affordable fiber internet access – if legacy phone, power and cable companies don’t block it.
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PublishedFebruary 24, 2021
Mills makes push for another $30 million for broadband internet in Maine
Weak or nonexistent internet connectivity, a longstanding problem in rural Maine, has been exacerbated during the pandemic as workers, businesses, students and families struggle to stay connected.
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PublishedFebruary 24, 2021
Sen. Collins and Nevada Democrat propose grants to expand rural broadband
The senators propose matching grants to help states and state-approved entities build 'last-mile' infrastructure.
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PublishedFebruary 14, 2021
Maine Voices: Internet connectivity that just works will help Maine thrive
One key step is to chart internet quality. The ISPs won’t tell us the truth – the Maine Broadband Coalition needs to hear from you.
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PublishedFebruary 7, 2021
Silver Linings: Bill aims to broaden broadband in rural Maine
An Oxford County legislator's bill would enhance access to telehealth, education and social interaction.
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PublishedDecember 15, 2020
Broadband advocates ready to award projects with bond money
Maine voters in July approved a $15 million bond for broadband expansion projects, and the first proposals are expected next month.
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PublishedNovember 23, 2020
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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PublishedSeptember 20, 2020
Our View: Broadband access key to Maine’s economic recovery
As work gets more mobile, we will need to invest in infrastructure that will bring jobs here. This isn’t a problem that the market will solve.
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PublishedSeptember 15, 2020
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.
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