The lack of high-speed internet is leaving parts of the state behind.
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Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Help close the Maine broadband gap – vote for expansion bond
The pandemic has made clear that reliable and affordable internet is a necessity for our livelihood, our education, our health care and our economy.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Home internet use surges in Maine as families shelter in place
The shift in usage from businesses and schools to homes also has moved up peak usage times from evening to afternoon.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Maine lawmakers send forward transportation, internet bonds
The bond questions will be put to Maine voters on the June 9 congressional primary ballot.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Plan to improve broadband in rural Maine gets Senate approval
The Maine House will next consider a proposal to try to expand broadband coverage in rural parts of the state.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Times Record
Democrats renew push for broadband expansion with $15 million proposal
Lawmakers rejected a borrowing plan for broadband investment last year, but a new bill would tap into the state’s General Fund to support a plan developed by the ConnectME Authority.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Maine Legislature has a long agenda for a short session
Lawmakers have important issues to deal with, and they shouldn’t leave them on the table when they adjourn in April.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Times Record
Health care, corrections, broadband at top of state legislative agenda
The Legislature will return with a long list of work before including another attempt to pass a package of borrowing bills aimed at building infrastructure and boosting the economy.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Communities moving forward on broadband will need state’s help
Communities faced with inadequate access to high-speed internet will need funding to make the necessary infrastructure improvements.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Politics
Sen. King co-sponsors bill to improve telehealth access, a benefit to rural areas
The bill could help patients in rural Maine, where using technology is seen as an increasingly essential way for patients to receive health care.